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The cost of independent living in Lively is about $3,364 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 82 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 Ennis Pointe Senior Living
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This facility is always bright, clean, and very homey. The staff is welcoming and always smiling. They know each resident well and interact with them like family. There are engaging activities planned...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Whether you’re socializing with friends in our courtyard, going on a shopping excursion or relaxing in your private apartment, our assisted living community in Ennis, Texas, just 25 miles south of Dallas, will help you stay as independent as possible. And because our staff is on-site 24 hours a...
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Staff is very friendly and helpful when it comes to our concerns about my aunt. I think they should revamp their menu for the residents and give more them variety. More attention to housekeeping in some...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Pegasus Landing of Forney is an exceptional assisted living and memory care community in historic Forney, TX. Our community is a quick 30-minute drive east of Dallas in Kaufman County. At Three Forks, we honor each resident's aging process, celebrating life in a community of familiar faces,...
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We love this community. The staff are caring and always caring and friendly. The menu is outstanding and healthy. They do offer activities for the residents who are able to participate. We have been happy...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cedarview Place is located one mile east of beautiful Cedar Creek Lake in Gun Barrel City, TX. Our caring staff sets us apart from other communities, we get to know our residents, their likes and dislikes and what is most important to them. All resident rooms have either a view of the wooded...
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Attention to detail making sure everything is done such as making sure my dad is changed, could do a better job. very nice looking place, overall! It was clean, the staff were friendly, and they seemed to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Heritage Oaks Retirement VillageEnjoy the peaceful surroundings of Heritage Oaks Retirement Village, an assisted living community located in Corsicana, Texas. Our charming facility offers attractive residential living options for those who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle, yet desire...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Photo of Lorenz Community Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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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
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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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My mom loves it there. They are nice updated apartments with a quiet atmosphere. We also like that it feels safe here at the Preserve at Gateway.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Lively, TX

The average cost of senior living in Lively is $3,364 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kemp, TX with an average of $3,525 per month.

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

Lively, TX
$3,364/mo

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

Lively, TX
$3,364/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

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

$3,754/mo
Independent Living
$3,364/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,495/mo
Studio
$4,178/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,734/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,495/mo

Senior living costs in Lively vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lively, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLively, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,364/mo$4,247/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$3,754/mo$4,770/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$3,754/mo$4,935/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
Lively, TX:$3,364/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Lively, TX:$3,754/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Lively, TX:$3,754/mo
Texas:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Lively

Recent reviews for independent living in Lively

Cedarview Place in Gun Barrel City, TX

4.5
This is a great community for my mom. She is enjoying the activities. The food seems to be ok, a little improvements on the food. The staff are very nice and very caring. We like the community alot for being so clean and well taken care of. I would recommend this community for great care and ...
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Pegasus Landing of Forney

4.9
My mom moved into this Assisted Living facility in April. In July she had a mental breakdown of sorts. For 2 months she was not herself. She required much more than the “normal” care she was supposed to receive. The caretakers went above and beyond and worked hand in hand with me while we ...
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Ennis Pointe Senior Living

5.0
If you and your family have an elderly loved one in need of a new living environment, there is no better place than Ennis Point Senior Living. The team gives 110% to make sure that our father as well as the other residents have a safe and healthy lifestyle. I could not think of a better ...
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Lively independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lively independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lively, 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 Lively 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 Lively partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lively, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lively 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 Lively communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lively, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lively 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 Lively offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lively, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Ennis Pointe Senior Living, Pegasus Landing of Forney and Cedarview Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lively, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Lively, Texas. See the full list.

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