10 Best Independent Living Communities in Georgetown, TX
Georgetown’s city motto is “sincerely yours,” and it shows! Seniors who live in Georgetown will find a welcoming and friendly community with plenty to enjoy. For active seniors who love to socialize, independent living is for you.
Independent living communities in Georgetown, just 27 miles from Austin, are stacked with features to make life relaxing and fun for seniors. For those at least 55, these communities take chores and maintenance off your plate while filling it back up with fun things to do and amenities that make retirement life easier.
In this guide, we’ll introduce you to our eight partner independent living communities within a 10-mile radius of Georgetown’s city center, which includes Round Rock. We’ll also cover everything you need to know about costs, how to pay for senior living, which benefits might help, as well as the health care, transportation, and activity options available to you in Georgetown.
Georgetown Independent Living Facilities | 584 Reviews
I think one stop shopping in the community and the activities were all great. The staff is solid. Having the nurse [name removed], there was probably the single biggest key to our success.
Less staff turnover and a great home feel. We have been super pleased for over 2 years. I would choose this for my mom every time.
I live in North Dakota so I don't see day to day living. Mom is happy there. Mom is diabetic. She said there is not a lot of choices for her. She also said the portion are small. Mom is on a fixed...
My husband and I really enjoying this place. We have had a slow moving in process because of other commitments but everytime we come back to Northstar everyone is always so welcoming. The staff is...
The Amberlin is truly independent living-there are no meals or transportation service. They do promote community by hosting some events, and there are exercise classes. It's a better for for those which...
Anyone looking for a place, I would recommend the Oscar!!
We chose Isle at Cedar Ridge for my father’s advanced care needs, and it’s been the best decision. Their two-person assist and diabetic management services are handled flawlessly. The Memory Support program...
[name removed] and her team are truly exceptional. Their kindness, empathy, and compassion are unmatched. They show incredible patience with my mom's temperament and have quickly built a strong relationship...
The place is nice and my sister enjoys being around people. The staff overall is good at the upper levels but they have had some turnover with the other people especially kitchen and dining staff.
We have been very disappointed in the housekeeping for my mom's actual apartment. I have had to ask them to come and vacuum. I do not see the weekly housekeeping for her apartment that was promised and it is...
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The meals and dining gets a 3/4 only because they've had a lot of issues keeping staffed in dining; good quality varies. My mom only participates during meal time when it comes to activities, she enjoys...
My husband seems to be happy. There is no perfect place. The food is ok, but service is VERY very slow and portion size has been too small on occasion. The nurses are good, keep you informed. It is a...
Moving my parents here has been the best choice they have made . It's been a wonderful experience so far. The are enjoying socialing with people there own age and that they have things in common with. They...
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one without any hesitation. They are very attentive and the care that they have provided is more than I could have done for my loved one. They...
A seat in the shower could be a nice improvement, but overall everything has been very pleasant and based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend this community to other families
During the stay at fairway my father seemed to make many improvements. The decision to move him to an assisted living was a hard step to swallow but after the recent passing of my mother seemed more than...
Maintenance guys could not be better. Staff up front has really improved. Activities provided are very good and frequent. Library is outstanding and well maintained. Speed bumps would be a plus for...
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- Costs of independent living in the Georgetown area
- What families are saying about independent living in Georgetown
- How people pay for independent living in Georgetown
- Understand Texas laws and regulations for independent living communities
- Types of independent living in Georgetown
- Georgetown independent living services and amenities
- Explore senior care with confidence
- Unfamiliar with Georgetown? Highlights for seniors
Costs of independent living in the Georgetown area
Independent living in Georgetown will cost an average of $3,461, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] That takes into consideration the floor plan you choose or additional fees you have to pay, such as the extra cost of being allowed to house a pet.
The chart below shows the average baseline cost of independent living in the Georgetown area without additional fees taken into account.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Georgetown, TX vs. nearby cities
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Georgetown, TX vs. the state and national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Georgetown vs. other types of senior living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Georgetown, TX by room type
What families are saying about independent living in Georgetown
Recent reviews for independent living in Georgetown
Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown
Sundara Senior Living in Round Rock, TX
Asher Point Independent Living of Round Rock
How people pay for independent living in Georgetown
Seniors can pay for independent living through several methods, such as private income and VA benefits. However, independent living facilities are not covered by Medicaid, Medicare, or long-term care insurance.
In this section, we’ll discuss which methods you can use to pay for independent living. You’ll also learn how Medicare and Medicaid can be used to pay for medical costs while living in an independent living facility.
There are several private pay methods seniors can use to pay for independent living costs, including personal savings and investment returns, Social Security benefits, and pensions. Other private pay methods include:
Number of veterans who live in Georgetown
About 67% of Georgetown veterans are 65+
More than 6,000 veterans live in Georgetown, and 67% are at or over retirement age. That means you’re not alone if you are looking into benefits for veterans to help pay for senior living. There are myriad benefits that apply to veterans depending on their circumstances, but two of the most common are the VA Pension and the Aid and Attendance benefits. The Pension is paid monthly, and the Aid and Attendance is an additional amount on top of that to help improve the quality of life for veterans who need help with daily activities.
Determining eligibility and navigating the application process is difficult, but there are people to help guide you. Veterans service officers are VA-approved and trained experts that provide free assistance. They can be found at the Williamson County Veterans Services Office or at veterans service organizations, such as the American Legion. If you’re not sure if you qualify for any benefits, it is worth connecting with these experts to check.
Resources for Georgetown veterans
Williamson County Veterans Services Office
100 Wilco Way
Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-943-1900
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – noon.; Saturday, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. (appointment only)
American Legion Post 174
1000 N. College St.
Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-635-3729
Email: alpost174gtx@gmail.com
American Legion Post 447
1000 N. Georgetown St.
Round Rock, TX 78664
Phone: 512-244-0480
Medicaid in Texas is medical coverage for low-income seniors and those with disabilities. Medicaid doesn’t cover the cost of an independent living facility, but you may be able to use it for in-home health care that a doctor says is medically needed. If eligible, a home and community based services waiver would provide coverage for the health care you need at your independent living facility.
Additionally, Texas has Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD). This program is for eligible low-income seniors who already have Medicare. Your Texas Benefits portal is the place to apply for MEPD.
The state also has the Health Insurance Premium Payment Program (HIPP) that will pay for the premium for employer-sponsored health insurance in a family where one person is on Medicaid. You can also apply for HIPP online.
You can apply for Texas Medicaid online. But if you need help figuring it all out, the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area operates the Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area, as well as the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. These resources can assist you with the application process and answer questions you might have.
For more information, this Texas Medicaid Reference Guide called the “Pink Book,” is available to Georgetown residents.
Georgetown resident Medicaid resources
Texas Health and Human Services Commission – Georgetown Office
2500 N. Austin Ave.
Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-942-4030
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission – Round Rock Office
1101 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Suite 100
Round Rock, TX 78664
Phone: 512-224-1592
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area
Phone: 512-916-6000
Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area
6800 Burleson Road, Building 310, Suite 165
Austin, TX 78744
Phone: 855-937-2372
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Phone: 512-916-6054; 800-252-2413
Williamson County Ombudsman: Pete Moreno
Email: cpmoreno@capcog.org
If you’re at least 65 years old, Medicare is the federal health insurance program for you. It doesn’t pay for the rent in an independent living community, but it can help cover medically necessary in-home care at your independent living facility for short-term medical needs. This list details your Medicare coverage.
Medicare Savings Programs are another cost-saving option for low-income seniors. This program can pay for some or all of the Medicare premiums or copayments. A low-income subsidy called Extra Help is offered in Texas to provide additional help for prescription drug coverage.
Texas offers a free Medicare Helpline to assist you with understanding and applying for Medicare as part of the Texas Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP). HICAP offers no-cost counseling about your Medicare options and can also help you enroll. The Williamson County long-term care ombudsman is another great resource. The ombudsman can be found through the Aging Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area.
You can apply for Medicare online or by using enrollment forms and taking them to your local Social Security Administration (SSA) office.
Georgetown resident Medicare resources
Social Security Administration Office
3010 Williams Drive
Georgetown, TX 78628
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Texas Medicare Helpline
Phone: 800-252-9240
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
6800 Burleson Road, Building 310, Suite 165
Austin, TX 78744
Phone: 512-916-6054
Williamson County Ombudsman: Pete Moreno
Email: cpmoreno@capcog.org
Understand Texas laws and regulations for independent living communities
Independent living communities don’t require a license to operate in Texas. They’re treated the same as any other rental complex because they don’t provide personal or medical care. The facilities do, however, have to adhere to federal laws, such as the Fair Housing Act and Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Both of these laws ensure people are not discriminated against when looking for housing.
The Texas attorney general has a comprehensive list of renter’s rights, and the state also provides this Texas Landlord/Tenant Law Guide that also serves to provide a full picture of your rental rights and responsibilities.
When an independent living community also offers assistance
Things change a bit when an independent living community is also combined with assisted living and/or memory care, and this can often be the case. In that situation, the facility would be subject to licensing and regulatory requirements under this Texas Administrative Code and this Health and Safety Code.
An assisted living facility would generally need a Type A license, which means residents can comprehend directions in case of emergency and don’t require help during the night. A memory care facility would need a Type B license, which is for facilities with residents who would not be able to evacuate during an emergency without assistance — and they might also require help during the nighttime.
These licenses come from the Texas Department of Health and Human Services, which also inspects the facilities at least once every two years. You can access inspection and complaint information on this long-term care provider search portal.
Texas Department of Health contact information
Texas Department of Health and Human Services
North Austin Complex
4601 W. Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78751
Phone: 512-424-6500
COVID-19 regulations for Georgetown independent living communities
Georgetown doesn’t have COVID-19 prevention requirements for independent living communities, but it does provide coronavirus information on the city website. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide guidelines for preventing COVID-19.
Vaccinations.
Staying updated on COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters is recommended by the CDC.
Masking.
Georgetown no longer requires face masks to be worn; however, individual facilities may require them if they’d like.
Facility cleanliness.
The CDC suggests improving airflow and ventilation in buildings to reduce the chances of virus spread.
Quarantining.
The CDC recommends isolating if you have COVID-19 symptoms until a test comes back negative.
Types of independent living in Georgetown
With its gorgeous and thriving downtown square and more than 40 beautiful parks — some with waterfront views — Georgetown is a great place for an active senior to find independent living.
Independence alongside available care
A Place for Mom partners with eight independent living facilities in Georgetown. While two are standalone independent living communities, the rest are combined with other classifications. One combines senior apartments with an independent living facility. Two are independent living facilities that also offer assisted living. Three are facilities that blend independent living, assisted living, and memory care on one campus.
Convenient living arrangements
Some independent living facilities in the Georgetown area describe themselves as retirement resorts and for good reason! These communities offer just about everything you need right on-site. From movie theaters and beauty salons to bars and shops, it’s easy to find everything you need and plenty to do right in your own backyard.
A haven for social butterflies
There is so much to do at our partner independent living facilities, you’ll never have time to get bored. Join the pinochle or bridge club, shoot some pool, sit in on a book club, play video games with friends, garden, enjoy the arts and crafts center, or get in a workout at the fitness center (available at 88% of our partner facilities). Enjoy planned events like wine tasting, dances, picnics, or just relax in the TV lounge.
Georgetown independent living services and amenities
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Georgetown independent living
Availability of select dining options in Georgetown independent living
Availability of select programs and activities in Georgetown independent living
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Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Georgetown
Median annual income for Georgetown seniors 65 and older
Health care for seniors in Georgetown
Within the 10-mile radius of Georgetown’s city center, residents have a lot of great health care options. Going south just a few more miles into Texas’ capital of Austin, even more options open up.
Transportation for seniors in Georgetown
Getting around Georgetown by bike or on foot isn’t really an option. While you can get around as a pedestrian in the Old Town District or downtown, you’ll need four wheels everywhere else. Walk Score, which grades the walkability of an address, only rates Georgetown’s walkability as a 23 on a scale of 100 (and a 35 for bicycling).[04]
If you’re not able to or don’t like to drive, you can potentially rely on the transportation provided by our partner independent living facilities since three-quarters of them offer it for free, and 38% offer it at cost.
Another option is CARTS, a bus and van service that runs fixed routes around Central Texas. Wheelchair accessibility and bike racks are features of all CARTS buses. If you are disabled or at least 65 years old, you can enjoy half-price fares. That deal applies to one-off rides and monthly passes.
GoGeo, the limited paratransit service in Georgetown, operates weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. There is an eligibility process that requires a paper application to be filled out. However, if you’re at least 65, you are automatically eligible and can sign up by phone. Just call 512-478-RIDE.
Faith in Action’s Driving Seniors program is another way to get around town. Volunteer drivers use their own vehicles to give seniors door-to-door service. The rides offered by this nonprofit organization are free; however, wheelchairs can’t be accommodated.
Walk Score
Bike Score
Senior activities in Georgetown
Explore a cave, fly a kite, catch some live music, go kayaking, and more in Georgetown! It sounds like a lot because it is, and since Texas’ motto is pretty much “go big or go home,” you can bet you won’t run out of grand adventures in Georgetown.
Hit up area attractions
It’s pretty much impossible to miss the Inner Space Cavern, which has been open to visitors since 1966. While you’re there, you can partake in some gemstone panning, pick up some gourmet fudge, or hop on the Saber Tooth Zip Ride.
Appreciate some art for all
Take in a live performance at the historic, renovated Art Deco Georgetown Palace Theatre, where they go the extra mile to make sure everyone has something to enjoy. Georgetown’s inclusion theater offers free, shortened productions of shows for people with special needs. Each stage production also features an American Sign Language night, as well as sensory-friendly shows. The theater also has an inductive hearing loop that can deliver audio directly into hearing aids with T-Coils.
If being immersed in history interests you, check out the Williamson Museum, which puts local history in the spotlight. If fine art is more your thing, don’t miss the Georgetown Art Center, where you can sign up for a workshop or a masterclass or simply admire the exhibits.
Go to the most beautiful town square in Texas
Georgetown is claiming its right to be called the most beautiful town square in Texas. Head down there and take the historic Georgetown walking tour to see if you agree! You can do it on your own, get a map Visitor’s Center, sign up for a guided tour, or use this directory. Enjoy shopping, public art, and great food. Go hungry because you can stop for anything from Texas BBQ or Thai to mouth-watering Mexican or homemade pie at Lulu’s.
Since you can’t truly be a Texan without a 10-gallon hat, you’ll want to check out Nathaniel’s Custom Hats on the square. If that’s not really your style, you can pick up a fedora or just about anything else you want. All his hats are made by hand the old-fashioned way on vintage equipment.
Get outside and enjoy the fresh air
It’s going to be hard to know where to start since Georgetown has 40 beautiful parks! Check out this interactive parks and trails map to look for a good starting point. If you’re still not sure, head to San Gabriel Park and enjoy the views along the banks of the San Gabriel River, play some disc golf, have a picnic under the 200-year-old oak trees, or go fishing. You can also cast a line or go swimming at Blue Hole. The centerpiece of this park is a beautiful lagoon bordered by limestone bluffs.
If you’d like to hit the links, there are plenty of opportunities for that, too. Georgetown is home to six golf courses. You can also find another 11 within 20 miles of the city.
Activities galore
If you don’t mind the Texas heat in the summer, then the Sunset Movie Series at San Gabriel Park or the Live on the Lawn summer music series at Garey Park will be perfect for you. At the end of the summer, take your furry friend to the K-9 Kerplunk to enjoy a summer swim party for pups! It’s $5 per dog, but all humans are free.
Since Georgetown is the red poppy capital of Texas, the city throws a big 3-day festival every year in honor of its moniker. The Red Poppy Festival is known for lots of live music, more than 100 vendors, a car show, the red poppy parade, and lots more. There’s also the Blazin’ Beer Crawl, the Georgetown Art Strolls, and the popular Christmas Stroll.
Keep young doing senior stuff
It’s a real group, and you can join: Keep Young Doing Senior Stuff (KYDSS). The KYDSS group meets monthly to take a day trip. Need more adventure? The Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department created just the thing: The Senior Adult Adventure Program. You and your 55+ peers can go fishing, go kayaking, and more. If you feel like kicking up your heels, the senior dance program is for you. Learn ballroom dancing, country line dances, or other moves. If dancing is not your thing, but sports is, then Granny Basketball might be what you’re looking for! This fun fitness program is for women who are at least 50 and don’t mind wearing bloomers and middy blouses for this 1920s-style basketball game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Amberlin Pflugerville, The Isle at Cedar Ridge and Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown are the top-rated Independent Living facilities near Georgetown, TX. These Independent Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Independent Living in Georgetown is $3,988 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
References
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.
U.S. News & World Report. (2023). Hospitals in Georgetown, TX.
Walk Score. (2023). Living in Georgetown.
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