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The cost of independent living in Oak Forest is about $4,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options. Read 1374 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 Oaktree Assisted Living
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.
Photo of College Place Inc.
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.
Photo of The Villas
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.
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: 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.
Photo of Mabee Village of the Marbridge
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.
Photo of Alterra Sterling House of Nacogdoches
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.
Photo of Mid Crown Pavillon
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Oak Forest, TX

The average cost of senior living in Oak Forest is $4,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flatonia, TX with an average of $3,626 per month.

Independent living costs in Oak Forest, TX, vs. nearby cities

Oak Forest, TX
$4,412/mo
$4,391/mo
$4,791/mo

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

Oak Forest, TX
$4,412/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Oak Forest, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,939/mo
Independent Living
$4,412/mo

Independent living costs in Oak Forest, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,162/mo
Studio
$4,971/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,907/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,555/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,735/mo

Senior living costs in Oak Forest 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: Oak Forest, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOak Forest, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,412/mo$4,247/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,361/mo$4,770/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,939/mo$4,936/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Oak Forest, TX:$4,412/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Oak Forest, TX:$4,361/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Oak Forest, TX:$4,939/mo
Texas:$4,936/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Oak Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Oak Forest

Argent Court Seguin

4.0
So far, things are going pretty well here. The staff is nice and friendly and they seem to care. The facility is nice and well kept as far as I can see. We haven't had any major issues with Argent Court so far.

Emerald Cottages New Braunfels

4.8
They are so helpful! [Name removed] and [name removed] are so amazing! They dedicate so much time to the facility and it’s occupants. They always have something going on as for activities. My parents have not been to any of activities as of yet, but have a good schedule of things monthly.

Eden Hill Communities, a CCRC in New Braunfels, TX

5.0
I have lived here 7+ years and have witnessed a couple slumps but overall this is an excellent facility. Food is chef prepared with many choices, served attractively and have been told by several it is the best in the area of care centers. Apartments are nice, fairly spacious (choices of ...
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Oak Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Forest, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Forest, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Forest, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
46.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.7%
46.4%
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There are 66 independent living facilities near Oak Forest, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Oak Forest, Texas is The Waterford at Thousand Oaks. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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