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The cost of independent living in Rock Island is about $3,728 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 422 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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99 Floor plans available
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The staff is very friendly. The residents are very friendly. The only real negative is the food is too fatty and doesn't consistently allow for dietary needs. We are working on this with them now. There are...
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.
Discover a vibrant, hassle-free retirement at **Watercrest at Katy**, a premier independent living community designed for luxury, comfort, and active living. Enjoy resort-style amenities, a rich calendar of events, and the freedom to live life on your terms. Stay active in our cutting-edge...
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9.9
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111 reviews
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Mom has been eating better since admittance. What we like the most about the community is that it is always clean and fresh smelling. I will have to get back with you on improvement suggestions. Mom has had...
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.
Welcome to Sodalis of Wharton!Residents in our Assisted Living Community are proud of the independence they maintain and enjoy the security of 24-hour personalized assistance. While we offer a helping hand with day-to-day tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication monitoring, they are treated...
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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56 reviews
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Friendly staff, amenities that are on site, the various outings and events that the community has for its residents. I'd recommend them to others. I think they were considering a facility for your loved one...
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.
Caydance Assisted Living and Memory Care has earned the reputation for being an excellent choice for senior living in Katy, Texas.Assisted Living and Memory Care residents enjoy delicious chef-prepared meals three times a day, served in their respective dining rooms. They are offered a choice of...
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Mom has been in memory care for a year now. We are pleased with the atmosphere and cleanliness of Carriage Inn. The staff is nice and friendly. She is receiving quality care beyond what I was able to provide...
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.
Embark on the best years of your life at Carriage Inn. Enjoy active senior living at its finest and discover our LOVE, FUN and WOW! Our convenient location in Katy is within easy reach of Brookshire, Rosenburg, Sugarland and the I-10 corridor. Imagine a cruise ship on land, where you can live...
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19 reviews
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When mom took an unfortunate fall the day after Christmas 2024, our lifelong plan to always take care of our Mom in our homes faded as we were no longer able to physically maneuver her. We frantically...
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.
The Affectionate ExperienceWe know life is full of amazing events that needs to be celebrated and embraced (birthdays, holidays and family accomplishments). At affectionate care we take pride in assisting you with all of your activities of daily living so that you can focus on enjoying all of...
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I cannot say enough good things about Kruse Village. Every aspect of it is wonderful and they helped make the transition a positive experience. Both staff and residents have gone out of their way to make my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Kruse Village is located between Houston and Austin in the beautiful rural town of Brenham Texas. Kruse Village has been serving Seniors of Washington County for over 20 years and has built its reputation on quality care for our residents. Kruse is located on 20 manicured acres with lush...
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33 Floor plans available
7.2
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14 reviews
7.2
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I would rank all 5's... the staff was awesome, they truly care, my mom wasn't there long, but she was happy there during her short stay.. Thank you for making her last few weeks special.. her words: "I'm...
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.
WHO IS CAMBRIDGE SQUARE ASSITED LIVING?Some people need a little help with daily activities such as medication reminders, dressing and even bathing. If this is your situation, Assisted Living at Cambridge Square may be a solution.In years past, the only options for this level of assistance were a...
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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: 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: 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.
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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 Meridian 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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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.
Photo of Oak Haven 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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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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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.
Photo of Carlinda Ranch
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.
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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Rock Island, TX

The average cost of senior living in Rock Island is $3,728 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weimar, TX with an average of $2,691 per month.

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TX, vs. nearby cities

Rock Island, TX
$3,728/mo
$3,975/mo

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

Rock Island, TX
$3,728/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,376/mo
Independent Living
$3,728/mo

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,940/mo
Studio
$4,700/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,749/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,778/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,385/mo

Senior living costs in Rock Island 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: Rock Island, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRock Island, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,728/mo$4,247/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$4,326/mo$4,770/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,376/mo$4,936/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Rock Island, TX:$3,728/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Rock Island, TX:$4,326/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Rock Island, TX:$4,376/mo
Texas:$4,936/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Rock Island

Recent reviews for independent living in Rock Island

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.

Cambridge Square Assisted Living in Rosenberg, TX

4.8
So far it has been a great place for my mom. The facility is very clean and she has her own private room. If she does not want to go down to eat the staff will bring her meals to the room. They have plenty of activities provided like exercise classes, dominoes, arts and crafts, etc. They are ...
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Kruse Village in Brenham, TX

4.4
Kruse Village is a nice facility for Independent living. Mom is comfortable in her 1 bedroom apartment and is pleased with the layout. One meal a day is provided by Kruse with a decent variety of. The laundry facility is convenient which is nice.

Rock Island independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rock Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rock Island, 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 Rock Island 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 Rock Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rock Island, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Rock Island 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 Rock Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rock Island, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rock Island 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 Rock Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rock Island, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Watercrest at Katy, Sodalis Wharton and Caydance Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rock Island, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 35 independent living facilities near Rock Island, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Rock Island, Texas are Watercrest at Katy and Sodalis Wharton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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