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The cost of independent living in Santa Clara is about $5,451 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 256 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 Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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I recently moved my wife from a nearby facity to Serenity Oaks. What a difference! My wife is doing so much better. I could see the difference within a couple of days. My stress is gone as I know that...
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.
Our resident centered approach reminds us that our residents and their families are the reason we are here. We strive to provide the best service to each of them as individuals. We get to know our residents and their families on a personal level. These are relationships for life. Here at Serenity...
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Photo of Brookdale New Braunfels
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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47 reviews
9.3
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47 reviews
5 star
51%
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In every way “ A Place for Mom” is just what it says. They took what I asked for and it was just perfect. They do their best to please my Mom and our family. They do everything they can to make my Mom...
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.
Our community in New Braunfels, Texas, is located two miles west of the Comal River and its many recreational opportunities, including water parks, hiking trails and quiet picnic areas. Many of these locations are favorites with our residents and their families.Each day is filled with exciting...
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Photo of The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living
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9.1
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36 reviews
9.1
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36 reviews
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When visiting the community I did sit down for lunch and join my loved one for an activity! The food was wonderful and the service was amazing. The activity was so fun and the activity director does an...
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.
Home is not a place. It’s a feeling. One makes their home where the living is best. At The Brooks of Cibolo, we strive to help you live your best life, every single day. We believe that life becomes richer for everyone when even just one person truly connects to the people and the world around...
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Photo of The Legacy at Forest Ridge
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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36 reviews
9.0
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36 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about the community is the Friendliness and kindness of the staff. Yes, we would recommend The Legacy at Forest Ridge to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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 Legacy at Forest Ridge offers assisted living and memory care services in Schertz, TX, creating a welcoming environment for older adults. Our community provides daily activities, personalized care, and meaningful resident experiences. Through our Connections memory care program, we offer...
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Photo of Emerald Cottages New Braunfels
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9.0
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7 reviews
9.0
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7 reviews
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5 on all. We do not have a cafeteria with prepared meals. We do have a meal once a month that is catered by EC. But at least once a week they will organize a meal that everyone pays for their own. But this...
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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Photo of Eden Hill Communities, a CCRC
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8.0
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14 reviews
8.0
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As with any large organization, there were some hiccups. Although the staff at Eden Hill are great and my Dad is quite happy there.
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.
Assisted Living at EdenHill CommunitiesLet us customize your care with a plan tailored to support your individual needs. We’ll handle the daily details, and you live life to the fullest: Enjoy life-enriching social activities, spend time in our nature areas, or join neighbors for a delicious...
Photo of Mercy House New Braunfels
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7.5
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30 reviews
7.5
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30 reviews
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Mercy House New Braunfels has been a true blessing for our family. The staff are incredibly compassionate, attentive, and treated my mother with the dignity and love she deserved. The environment is warm,...
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.
Mercy House is located in New Braunfels, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON TOURS. It has one community located in Cross Street and the other strategically positioned in Rock Street all within the beautiful small town of New Braunfels.The community, that provides memory care to the residents of Texas,...
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Photo of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Cibolo
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11 Floor plan available
7.0
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42 reviews
7.0
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42 reviews
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Very costly but hopefully in line with other such facilities. Smaller number of residents is good. Be helpful for staff to identify themselves when we call. We were attracted to them because of the room...
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.
At New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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Photo of Oak Tree Assisted Living
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5.0
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7 reviews
5.0
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7 reviews
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Oaktree is such a loving place. The staff is amazing and the care they give is top notch. The kitchen is so clean and they care enough to give many options "off the menu" to accommodate. I have eaten there...
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 Graceland at Garden Ridge
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6.8
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36 reviews
6.8
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36 reviews
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From our first tour visit through family member's current residency, everyone at Graceland is caring and kind, very responsive to requests & questions from family members/resident. The general areas are kept...
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.
Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Sodalis Elder Living Graceland has been the community of choice for seniors since we were built in 2007! Our levels of care provide for individuals who are independent, as well as those who need a little, or a lot, of assistance with daily tasks such...
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It's really a retirement community, but they have levels of care. She has her own apartment with her own bathroom, and a kitchenette. It gave her back a little of her dignity. She loves it and she isn't...
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 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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Santa Clara, TX

The average cost of senior living in Santa Clara is $5,451 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kingsbury, TX with an average of $4,367 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Clara, TX vs. nearby cities

Santa Clara, TX
$5,451/mo
$5,566/mo
$5,085/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Clara, TX vs. the state and national average

Santa Clara, TX
$5,451/mo
$4,234/mo
U.S. national average
$4,131/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Clara vs. other types of senior living

$5,979/mo
Independent Living
$5,451/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Santa Clara, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,907/mo
Studio
$5,138/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,186/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,995/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Santa Clara

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Clara

Adante Assisted Living and Memory Care in San Antonio, TX

5.0
Visited several senior communities about 2 years ago with a "Senior" friend (88 YO). When we visited Adante, we both were quite impressed and loved it immediately. The price for a one bedroom apartement was the least expensive of all we visited. Our friend decided to go into Adante ...
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Volante of Sage Spring in San Marcos, TX

4.1
We went with them because the layout of building, it's one story-which we liked better, the staff we were introduced to (but I think they are a bit understaffed, honestly), the location ( easy to get to without having to sit in I35 traffic) and the facility grounds (they aren't surrounded by ...
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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.

Santa Clara independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Clara independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Clara, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Clara, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Clara, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 13 independent living facilities near Santa Clara, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Clara, Texas are The Waterford at Thousand Oaks, Brookdale Maltsberger and The Haven and The Laurels in Stone Oak. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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