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The cost of independent living in Columbus is about $3,771 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 44 options. Read 724 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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9.9
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95 reviews
9.9
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95 reviews
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Sodalis Wharton is a compassionate senior community that strives to promote meaningful experiences to residents and families. Along with a caring staff who contributed daily to achieve a great level of...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward...
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99 Floor plans available
9.9
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87 reviews
9.9
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87 reviews
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70%
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22%
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Watercrest at Katy is an excellent facility! Staff is very friendly and helpful. Facility is clean and pleasant. [name removed] has moved into a skilled nursing facility and won't be returning to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
ENJOY, EMBRACE AND EXPERIENCE for yourself the warm hospitality, value, and high quality that await you at Watercrest at Katy. We are Katy's newest 55+ retirement community for active adults. Watercrest at Katy is a distinctive, independent living community developed to offer a lifestyle that...
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44 Floor plans available
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9.7
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70 reviews
9.7
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70 reviews
5 star
66%
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23%
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9%
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I always feel.a sense of home when I visit Sunrise. The staff is friendly and professional. The place is clean. I watch how they give such personal attention to their residents. It is truly refreshing to see
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
No one champions quality of life for seniors like Sunrise. We've devoted 30 years to refining our resident-centered care, building the most passionate and skilled teams who get to know our residents, and filling every community with the special touches of home.Relationship-based Care Our...
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77 Floor plans available
9.7
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86 reviews
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Overall I would recommend this place. They have very nice rooms, a clean facility, and the head staff are all very solid and seem to care. The food is really good. Some of the nurses are through agencies...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Embark on the best years of your life at Carriage Inn. Enjoy active senior living at its finest and discover our LOVE, FUN and WOW! Our convenient location in Katy is within easy reach of Brookshire, Rosenburg, Sugarland and the I-10 corridor. Imagine a cruise ship on land, where you can live...
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2727 Floor plans available
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9.6
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80 reviews
9.6
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80 reviews
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77%
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I've lived here for 3 weeks and wish I would've moved sooner. Start is so caring and meals are great. Highly would recommend this place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the charming town of Katy, Atria Cinco Ranch is a senior living community where older people can live more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff. In addition to assisted living services, Atria offers Life Guidance memory care for individuals living with...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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47 reviews
9.2
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47 reviews
5 star
65%
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They have treated my Dad with love, care and compassion. He is 96 years old and is set in his ways. Is this place perfect no, but what place is. For the most part they have made sure he has people to talk...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There's Nothing More Boring Than ORDINARY Assisted Living. What does Assisted Living mean to you? Probably seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. And, that's exactly what everyone has come to expect. It's normal, predictable and not very exciting. Now...
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55 Floor plans available
9.1
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51 reviews
9.1
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51 reviews
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The thing we like most about Caydance Assisted Living and Memory Care is the staff. They are friendly and attentive, from the workers & nurses to management. Everyone knows my parents by name, and greet...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Caydance Assisted Living and Memory Care has earned the reputation for being an excellent choice for senior living in Katy, Texas.Assisted Living and Memory Care residents enjoy delicious chef-prepared meals three times a day, served in their respective dining rooms. They are offered a choice of...
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1313 Floor plans available
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9.0
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43 reviews
9.0
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43 reviews
5 star
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The front desk person, [name removed], is a true angel and helps keep that place going. She is a true delight! Also, they helped out amazingly when my dad had a medical emergency. The administrator even...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
ENGAGE, ENJOY AND LIVEOak Park Retirement Resort living at its Best! Our luxurious, all-inclusive resort-style community designed for independent living is available exclusively for Adults 55 and over. We offer the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living without the hassle of upkeep. Your...
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9 reviews
8.8
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My loved one was a resident at The Legacy at Long Meadow and everything was great for her at this facility! This is an excellent place! I would recommend this facility to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care in Pecan GroveNear Pecan Grove and Rosenberg, nestled in the heart of Long Meadow Farms on Mason Road, and just southwest of the newly-extended Grand Parkway is The Legacy. The Legacy at Long Meadow is an assisted living and memory care community providing...
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2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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50 reviews
8.8
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50 reviews
5 star
70%
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My MIL has adjusted well. She likes living there and is very proud of the facility. She loves showing family around and then having them stay for dinner. The food is very good. She likes having physical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to retirement living the way it is meant to be. At The Delaney at Parkway Lakes, you can enjoy life on your own terms. Take your pick from comfortable and spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, each designed with the casual elegance that's so popular today. Bright, sunny...
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Photo of The Reserve at Katy
99 Photos available
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8.7
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54 reviews
8.7
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54 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
17%
3 star
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2 star
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The Reserve is such a warm, welcoming community. [name removed] worked with us to make the transition go well for my father. The entire staff was friendly and respectful of our time with our loved one. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Reserve at Katy offers a special combination of daily living, personalized supportive services, and interactive activities. We focus on wellness and keeping our residents as independent as long as possible with a tailored plan of assistance to meet their needs.Our residents call The Reserve...
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.6
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15 reviews
7.6
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15 reviews
5 star
47%
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3 star
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We chose this facility mainly due to the convenient location. I do think that the staff and administrative staff could communicate with the family more. Overall I would still recommend Kruse Village to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kruse Village is located between Houston and Austin in the beautiful rural town of Brenham Texas. Kruse Village has been serving Seniors of Washington County for over 20 years and has built its reputation on quality care for our residents. Kruse is located on 20 manicured acres with lush...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
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13 reviews
7.5
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13 reviews
5 star
61%
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3 star
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I would rank all 5's... the staff was awesome, they truly care, my mom wasn't there long, but she was happy there during her short stay.. Thank you for making her last few weeks special.. her words: "I'm...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
WHO IS CAMBRIDGE SQUARE ASSITED LIVING?Some people need a little help with daily activities such as medication reminders, dressing and even bathing. If this is your situation, Assisted Living at Cambridge Square may be a solution.In years past, the only options for this level of assistance were a...
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7.4
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9 reviews
7.4
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9 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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I am currently a resident at The Grand Parkway. The community of residents is fairly friendly. They are more welcoming than staff. It is quiet for the most part, which is nice. The elevator has broken a few...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome home to The Grand Parkway Apartment Homes, an active 55+ adult community that combines worry-free living with luxurious homes and amenities. At The Grand Parkway Apartments, we offer a resident calendar that is fully-packed with social gatherings and outings, making every day an...
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5.7
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I picked this community because, of pricing and proximity to the hospital. The food was always on time and good, per my loved one. Activities Director does the same thing each week. Bingo. Never saw them...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Columbus, TX

The average cost of senior living in Columbus is $3,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weimar, TX with an average of $2,691 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbus, TX vs. nearby cities

Columbus, TX
$3,771/mo
$2,691/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbus, TX vs. the state and national average

Columbus, TX
$3,771/mo
$4,023/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbus vs. other types of senior living

$4,513/mo
Independent Living
$3,771/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Columbus, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,070/mo
Studio
$4,746/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,075/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,282/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,915/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Columbus

Recent reviews for independent living in Columbus

Caydance Assisted Living and Memory Care in Katy, TX

4.0
My aunt was there for 14 months. During that time she was in both areas, assisted living & memory care. Overall the care & concern were very professional. Food very good & several choices. Personnel helpful & attentive to her needs & my inquiries. I can only compare Caydsnce to two other ...
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Atria Cinco Ranch in Katy, TX

3.6
This community appeals to the needs of the most residents as possible. The community is kept very clean, and the staff and fellow residents are very friendly and fun to be around. The activities are quite varied.

Veranda House Senior Living in Katy, TX

4.9
They have so much to offer! Yummy food, fun activities and a family friendly atmosphere that is inviting. My grandma lived there and they treated her like she was the only one there.

Columbus independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbus independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbus, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbus independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Columbus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbus, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.2%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbus independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Columbus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbus, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.5%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbus independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Columbus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbus, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
31%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
45.4%
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