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The cost of independent living in Shiro is about $4,346 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 375 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 Isle at Watercrest Bryan
66 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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Food could definitely be improved. i really appreciated the frequent trash being taken out daily. I founf it very difficult to take my laundry down the hall to wash and dry it. [name removed], the activity...
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.
At Isle at Watercrest Bryan, our mission is to create the ideal balance of comfort, care, and empowered living. We understand that we are just one chapter in your loved one’s journey, and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment. By partnering with your family, we...
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Photo of Watercrest at Bryan
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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9.8
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Great place the management is outstanding. All staff is awesome, my mother in law is extremely happy. I have met a lot of the residents they are all very nice and happy to be living here. Great place highly...
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.
Experience the warmth, elegance, and opportunities that await you at Watercrest at Bryan, a independent living retirement community located in Bryan/College Station, TX just minutes from Texas A&M University. Watercrest is dedicated to a creating a friendly and hassle-free living environment...
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Photo of The Waterford at College Station
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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124 reviews
9.6
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We enjoy the smaller, homier environment at Waterford. We’re very happy with our choice to move our loved one in. We are very happy to have found this place. [name removed], [name removed] and [name removed]...
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.
Discover Texas hospitality and friendly staff at the Waterford at College Station, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in College Station, Texas. Recently renovated, our community invites residents to relax and experience the very best amenities, both in our apartments and in the...
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9.4
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5 reviews
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We have really been pleased with the employees, one and one care. Especially the ones that are usually in house. The view is beautiful in the country setting.
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.
When Someone You Love Needs More Care.Making decisions about your loved one's care is one of the hardest things you'll ever face. The guilt, the worry, the overwhelming fear of making the wrong choice—we understand all of it. At Ambria Assisted Living in Montgomery, Texas, we founded this...
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9.4
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73 reviews
9.4
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I would rate it a 5. We are there roughly every other day. The meals we have seen look good. I am thankful for the staff. They care lovingly for the residents. I understand that many of the residents think...
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.
Bluebonnet Place is located in College Station, Texas, home of Texas A&M University. Our residents enjoy the cultural, educational and sports related activities available there. We provide transportation for outings to town for special occasions such as fireworks on the 4th of July or to see...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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27 reviews
9.3
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27 reviews
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It's a comfortable place to live with many activities. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Food is adequate. Sometimes good sometimes not so good.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Huntsville. Enjoy active senior living at its finest! Our tight-knit community offers both Independent & Assisted Living. Our convenient location in Huntsville is within easy reach of interstate 45, Madison, Walker and Trinity...
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The staff was inviting and attentive during our visits. Their plans met my mother's needs. It is hard to make these choices when it's not really what your family member wants, but we all felt good about the...
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.
Sodalis Senior Living has been a Texas based provider of assisted living and memory care communities since 1998. We have one purpose, to provide the best life possible to adults living with physical limitations and/or diminished cognitive abilities. We do this by providing assisted living and...
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Photo of Sundale Senior Living of Huntsville TX
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Getting my mother in law in the facility was super simple and very inviting. Overall id give them a 4. The staff have been amazing, with my mother in law who at times can be unbearable. One thing I have an...
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.
At Sundale Senior Living of Huntsville, we care for residents like family, and that starts with a thoughtful, people-first approach to hiring, training, and everyday support.A Caring ApproachCompassion cannot be taught, which is why we hire qualified staff who truly lead with heart.Ongoing...
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We moved here almost a year ago from Florida to be near family and have NOT EVER regretted the move. Woodland Cottages is such a fun and friendly place that we feel like one big family here. We have so...
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, 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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Shiro, TX

The average cost of senior living in Shiro is $4,346 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Waverly, TX with an average of $4,042 per month.

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

Shiro, TX
$4,346/mo
$4,344/mo
$4,094/mo

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

Shiro, TX
$4,346/mo
$4,321/mo
U.S. national average
$4,202/mo

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

$5,058/mo
Independent Living
$4,346/mo

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

Studio
$2,810/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,783/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,445/mo

Senior living costs in Shiro 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: Shiro, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShiro, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,346/mo$4,321/mo$4,202/mo
Assisted Living$5,058/mo$4,838/mo$4,742/mo
Memory Care$5,058/mo$5,015/mo$5,003/mo
Independent Living
Shiro, TX:$4,346/mo
Texas:$4,321/mo
U.S.:$4,202/mo
Assisted Living
Shiro, TX:$5,058/mo
Texas:$4,838/mo
U.S.:$4,742/mo
Memory Care
Shiro, TX:$5,058/mo
Texas:$5,015/mo
U.S.:$5,003/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Shiro

Recent reviews for independent living in Shiro

Ambria Assisted Living in Montgomery, TX

5.0
My experience at a Village Home. For mom has been excellent. Staff provided excellent care giving communication, and assistance, if needed, with daily living activities. Meals were well balanced. Dining family-style comforting. Resolution of conflict with adjoining resident regarding shared ...
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Watercrest at Bryan

5.0
Watercrest at Bryan has truly mastered the art of independent living with its flexible options to suit any lifestyle. Whether you’re an active adult or looking for a touch of assistance like meals, housekeeping, or an all-inclusive plan, this community delivers beautifully. The well-kept ...
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Carriage Inn at Huntsville

5.0
My dad has lived at Carriage Hills since [date removed] and absolutely loves it. He has made so many friends, goes to activities, field trips, parties. He says the only thing he regrets is not going sooner!!

Shiro independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shiro independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shiro, 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 Shiro 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 Shiro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shiro, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shiro 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 Shiro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shiro, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.6%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shiro 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 Shiro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shiro, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
33.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
43.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
42.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46.8%
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Isle at Watercrest Bryan, Watercrest at Bryan and The Waterford at College Station are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shiro, Texas. See full list of communities.
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