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The cost of independent living in Dale is about $4,379 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 225 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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Photo of The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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22 reviews
9.8
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22 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
23%
3 star
0%
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5%
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My dad had to go in to assisted living following a traumatic illness and an extended stay at a skilled nursing facility. It all happened rather quickly and [name removed] and the staff at Provident helped to...
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.
Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers a homelike, apartment-style living with all meals, snacks, social activities and wellness programs included in your one monthly fee.We have 24-hour, compassionate associates on site to care for your loved one day and night, whether they are...
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Photo of Sage Plum Creek
66 Photos available
9.6
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9 reviews
9.6
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9 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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All of them a 5 except the staff. The staff does a great job, but there has been an issue with the media room for a long time and we keep asking to get it fixed. The apartment sizes are great! It really is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sage Plum Creek is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Kyle, TX just south of Austin. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for those who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every corner of...
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Photo of Orchard Park of Kyle
2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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80 reviews
8.9
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80 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
33%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
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5%
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Mom is in the memory care wing. I looked at several and it was by far the nicest and most spacious, including both the rooms and the common areas. I especially like that they have a lovely outdoor patio...
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.
Orchard Park of Kyle is an assisted living and memory care community located in Kyle, Texas. Kyle is a city situated in Hays County and is among the state's fastest growing regions. Residents enjoy access to an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing and hiking at Lake...
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Photo of The Philomena
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8.2
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22 reviews
8.2
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22 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
27%
3 star
5%
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5%
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Our experience at Philomena has been great so far. They have kind and compassionate caregivers and my mom really feels like they care about her. Although my mom is not very social, I see lots of nice...
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.
Founded in 2020, our beautiful, modern community offers a warm and supportive environment for seniors. We are ideally located near a major hospital, specialty healthcare providers, shopping centers, and a variety of amenities to make life more convenient and enjoyable.Our community features a...
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Photo of Golden Age Home Assisted Living
3535 Photos available
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.
Welcome to Golden Age Home Assisted Living – Where Compassion Meets IndependenceLocated in the heart of Lockhart, Texas, Golden Age Home Assisted Living is a nonprofit senior living community where residents are treated like family. With 48 comfortable rooms, we provide just the right amount of...
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Photo of Buda Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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7.5
Review score
41 reviews
7.5
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41 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
22%
3 star
10%
2 star
2%
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Very nice place with a very nice and friendly staff. The place is decorated beautifully. More upscale dining room look. And the staff seems very friendly & knowledgeable. And a Buda Oaks without our...
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.
Discover a vibrant community full of love, friendship, and Texas Hill Country hospitality at Buda Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our beautifully-appointed, pet-friendly apartments are set in an atmosphere of small-town charm that offers plenty of inviting gathering spaces and exciting...
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Photo of Bois d'Arc Assisted Living
88 Photos available
5 star
75%
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3 star
25%
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There was no stress, it was a pleasure to be there and deal with them. They had all kinds of things to do with the seniors, they would take them to do things. The owners knew exactly how to handle, and what...
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.
1017 Bois D'Arc is three years old and is the newest residence of Assisted Residential Retirement, located in Lockhart,Texas. This 'Arts and Crafts' home, has been completely remodeled for a maximum capacity of 16 people. Our intimate group of familiar caregivers and residents quickly develop...
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Photo of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Kyle
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
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5%
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I can’t say enough about New Haven in Kyle Texas. My sister has been a resident there for several months. The facility has been very clean every time I have visited. The staff is patient and caring with...
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.
At New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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Photo of Argent Court Bastrop
7.5
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4 reviews
7.5
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4 reviews
5 star
25%
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Staff is very friendly, attentive and want to see people cared for. There are lots of activities. Food is B+ for quality, A for portion size.
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.
Argent Court Bastrop is an assisted living community which has been in operation since 2001.  Argent Court is licensed by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services as a Type B Large assisted living community.  Argent Court is currently undergoing an expansion project, adding...
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5 star
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Care is always kind of expensive, but it's not too bad and the caregivers here all seem really friendly. One of the main reasons we chose Comfort care was because when they came for their initial assessment;...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Dale, TX

The average cost of senior living in Dale is $4,379 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lockhart, TX with an average of $4,090 per month.

Independent living costs in Dale, TX, vs. nearby cities

Dale, TX
$4,379/mo
$4,090/mo

Independent living costs in Dale, TX, vs. state and national averages

Dale, TX
$4,379/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Dale, TX, vs. other senior living options

$5,117/mo
Independent Living
$4,379/mo

Independent living costs in Dale, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,242/mo
Studio
$4,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,286/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,029/mo

Senior living costs in Dale vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dale, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDale, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,379/mo$4,247/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,756/mo$4,770/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$5,117/mo$4,935/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
Dale, TX:$4,379/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Dale, TX:$4,756/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Dale, TX:$5,117/mo
Texas:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Dale

Recent reviews for independent living in Dale

Affinity at South Park Meadows in Austin, TX

5.0
Affinity provides very comfortable, safe, well-planned apartments. Rooms for movies, golf practice, hobbies, dog washing, poker, card games, family gatherings, and happy hours are open for all. The staff is friendly, easy to contact, and skilled. My two years here have been very pleasant!

New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Kyle

4.0
I would recommend you checking out the community to see if it would be the right fit for your loved one. This is a nice and clean community. The community didn't have enough qualified staff to provide individualized care for my loved one. There is no nurse on staff in the building each day, ...
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The Overlook At Plum Creek in Kyle, TX

5.0
We put our grandma in this facility a year ago, and have been extremely happy with them. The Overlook at Plum Creek in Kyle, TX sits next to the golf course and has lots of activities for the seniors. I would recommend these senior apartments to other families in search for a caring place for ...
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Dale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dale, 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 Dale 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 Dale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dale, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dale 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 Dale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dale, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dale 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 Dale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dale, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
60%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living, Sage Plum Creek and Orchard Park of Kyle are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dale, Texas. See full list of communities.

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