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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mill Creek, TX

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The cost of independent living in Mill Creek is about $4,041 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 50 options. Read 880 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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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: 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: 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.
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: 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: 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.
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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My Father is a resident in Assisted Living at Crestview. The staff treats him like family, and the care he receives there is top notch. Many staff members have 10 or more years longevity with this company....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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Photo of The Homestead Assisted Living
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: 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: 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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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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Ever since finding Veranda House, we have been at ease with leaving our mom here. My family is all so pleased with the amount of activities offered to her. They even take them on field trips! They are so...
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.

Cost of independent living in Mill Creek, TX

The average cost of senior living in Mill Creek is $4,041 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Grange, TX with an average of $2,691 per month.

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, TX, vs. nearby cities

Mill Creek, TX
$4,041/mo
$4,097/mo
$4,202/mo

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

Mill Creek, TX
$4,041/mo
$4,248/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,820/mo
Independent Living
$4,041/mo

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,100/mo
Studio
$5,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,723/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,646/mo

Senior living costs in Mill Creek 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: Mill Creek, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMill Creek, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,041/mo$4,248/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,792/mo$4,770/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,820/mo$4,935/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Mill Creek, TX:$4,041/mo
Texas:$4,248/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Mill Creek, TX:$4,792/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Mill Creek, TX:$4,820/mo
Texas:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mill Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Mill Creek

Crestview Retirement Community in Bryan, TX

4.5
This was one of the facilities I considered as an option for my loved one when I was searching for care. It is a very nice looking facility, and the staff all was very caring and professional. However, it is expensive, and was outside of the budget I was considering.

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.

Valiente Senior Living in Magnolia, TX

4.1
the Valiente is clean and has a nice homey feeling , staff is very friendly and makes me feel right at home when i visit. its pretty small so somethings hard to find enough people to play games with my mom on weekends.. Manager play guitar for residence on demand , which is very nice. it is the ...
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Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and inclusive nature of the communities, with both residents and staff creating a welcoming environment. At Watercrest at Katy, my parents have made numerous friends and feel at home. At Carriage Inn at Katy, new residents are greeted with open arms, leading to ...
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Engaging communities with various activities. Communities offer a range of activities designed to keep residents active and engaged. At The Grand Parkway, residents enjoy a lap pool and participate in religious services. At Carriage Inn at Katy, my mother has become involved in numerous activities since moving in, making her feel fulfil ...
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Caring and helpful staff. Staff members are praised for their compassionate and supportive nature, going above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and well-cared for. At Watercrest at Katy, staff members are described as friendly and attentive, while at Carriage Inn at Katy, the staff's positive attitude and wil ...
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Well-maintained apartments and facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with apartments and facilities being described as spacious, modern, and well-maintained. At Watercrest at Katy, apartments are roomy and clean, while at Carriage Inn at Katy, the staff takes pride in maintaining the ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Residents appreciate the quality of the meals and dining experiences offered at their communities. At Watercrest at Katy, my parents enjoy the restaurant-style meals, while at Carriage Inn at Katy, the meals are described as delicious and the staff accommodating to residents' dietary needs.
Secure and safe community environments. Safety and security are important concerns for seniors, and several communities have been praised for their efforts to ensure a safe living environment. At Carriage Inn at Katy, residents feel confident that they will be well taken care of as they progress in their disease and move into assist ...
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Mill Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mill Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mill Creek, 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 Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mill Creek, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mill Creek, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
27.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mill Creek, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
34.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
46.4%
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Broadmoor Court, Watercrest at Bryan and Isle at Watercrest Bryan are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mill Creek, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 50 independent living facilities near Mill Creek, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mill Creek, Texas are Watercrest at Bryan, Isle at Watercrest Bryan and Watercrest at Katy. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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