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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hico, TN

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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.
When you have made the decision that assisted living is the best choice for you or someone you love, you'll find a welcome home at Southern Oaks. All the help you need is right here, but you may not notice it right away. That's part of the charm. We believe in being felt more than being seen, and...
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.
What are you looking for in a Retirement Community?  Is it friendly staff? Delicious food prepared on site?Fun activities and a social environment?A spacious 2 bedroom suite?Full size refrigerator and microwave?Lots of cabinet space and a double sinkIn a kitchenette?Private garden...
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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.
OakBrook Retirement Living is a great affordable alternative for those who aren't ready for full assisted living. The peaceful atmosphere is ideal for seniors who wish to be independent and yet free from the burdens of private home ownership. Many of our residents supplement their care with...
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.
Henley Park Apartments is nestled in the quite small community of Clinton, Kentucky and is North of Jackson and Memphis, Tennessee. The high quality housing facility was newly constructed in 1997 and has 44 one bedroom spacious apartments available to call home. We are known for offering the...
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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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Cost of independent living in Hico, TN

The average cost of senior living in Hico is $3,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clarksburg, TN with an average of $2,610 per month.

Independent living costs in Hico, TN, vs. nearby cities

Hico, TN
$3,051/mo
$3,051/mo

Independent living costs in Hico, TN, vs. state and national averages

Hico, TN
$3,051/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Hico, TN, vs. other senior living options

$3,433/mo
Independent Living
$3,051/mo

Independent living costs in Hico, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,798/mo
Studio
$4,241/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,466/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,062/mo

Senior living costs in Hico 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: Hico, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHico, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,051/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,433/mo$4,139/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,433/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hico, TN:$3,051/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hico, TN:$3,433/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Hico, TN:$3,433/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Hico, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hico and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Hico, TN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hico have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hico, TN$2,405/mo$2,604/mo-7.6%
Tennessee$2,940/mo$2,856/mo+2.9%
National$3,166/mo$3,029/mo+4.5%
Hico, TN
2024 average cost:$2,405/mo
2023 average cost:$2,604/mo
Percent change:-7.6%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,940/mo
2023 average cost:$2,856/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,166/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Hico

Recent reviews for independent living in Hico

Heritage Place of Lexington

5.0
An excellent amount of care was given to my father in law in this community. The staff went above and beyond with all the help they gave us. The community was clean and the food was good. It was a very exceptional community. Highly recommended to family and friends.

Regency Retirement Village - Jackson

5.0
My parents are doing so well here in the memory care. The staff makes sure that they take part in the activities, and join them in the dining room and my parents like the food. They have a very nice room together and I know that my parents are safe and that the memory care is well secured. My ...
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The Bungalows at Mayfield

4.6
It's been good so far my mom is doing good there. They keep her fed and gives her activities to do there is always something going on there.

Hico independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hico independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hico, 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 Hico 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 Hico partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hico, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hico 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 Hico communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hico, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
6.8%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hico 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 Hico offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hico, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
15.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Murray, Wellington Manor Jackson and Brookdale Jackson Oaks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hico, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 69 independent living facilities near Hico, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Hico, Tennessee is Brookdale Murray. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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