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Photo of Reunion Court of Kingwood
1919 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.6
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The staff was so helpful and kind. I feel great knowing that my mother is in a safe and supportive environment. I would highly recommend Reunion Court for anyone looking for a place for their loved one.
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.
Reunion Court of Kingwood is a unique, pet-friendly community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services. We are located in the Kingwood, Texas area, and we have many options for shopping, dining, entertainment and medical care with minutes of our community.We offer a...
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8.6
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My dad has been very happy with his experience so far. My dad and I looked at five places last January and he liked the location and appearance of The Conservatory the most.
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.
At The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents enjoy an active independent lifestyle enriched with the affordable luxuries that make life comfortable, carefree and rewarding. From gourmet meals to fun activities; wellness care to resort-style amenities, everything we do at The Conservatory is...
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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75 reviews
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The community was mostly nice, but there was always a shortage of staff that actually wanted to help the residents. The therapy department was not very good. There was no doubt that the facility's main...
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.
Spring Creek Village offers the finest senior living experience for those needing assisted living or memory care support services in the Spring, Klein and just south of The Woodlands areas. Come see how our caring team can provide a wonderful home environment for you or your loved ones.
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8.4
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41 reviews
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I can make this short and sweet! Avanti Sr Living has exceeded every requirement we had for placing our loved one in a safe, lovely, immaculate, professional, caring, and skilled facility. The staff are...
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.
We've embraced the exceptional, abandoned the mediocre and innovated in every area imaginable. And by 'innovated,' we mean genuine land-a-man-on-the-moon innovation. Life-changing, never seen before innovation that transcends words on a website and results in better moments, better days and...
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8.4
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79 reviews
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Some of the rooms have their own access to a very nicely maintained courtyard, providing a beautiful view from the bedroom window. I know it's not about the level of care, but this is what made us choose...
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.
Step into a contemporary haven of light, warmth, life, and love at Heritage Oaks – your new home in Conroe, Texas, where Assisted Living and Memory Care services are thoughtfully designed to brighten every moment.Our community is a modern masterpiece, inspired by the timeless beauty of luxury...
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1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.0
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39 reviews
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39 reviews
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Everyone is extremely nice at Calder Woods. The grounds are beautiful. We are happy with the experience and would recommend them.
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.
When searching for senior living in Beaumont, look no further than Calder Woods. Nestled in Beaumont’s growing west end, the beautifully-landscaped 17-acre community combines convenient living, Southeast Texas charm and exciting life-enrichment opportunities to bring you the best in affordable...
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7.7
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9 reviews
7.7
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My experience and interactions with Provident Memory Care have been great. I am glad A Place for Mom pointed me in their direction. I couldn't be happier. I mostly interact with the morning shift. They're...
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.
When you live in a nursing center, you should feel welcome as part of the community. At Livingston Convalescent Center, that's just what will happen. This is our goal. Livingston Convalescent Center is a 52-bed nursing and rehabilitation center in the heart of Polk county. Our competent and...
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My mother is currently and has been a resident here for a few years. The OLD owner was a thief and sold the facility last fall (2018). New owners took over in early spring. Since the takeover things have...
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.
Pine Hollow Ranch is a beautiful Independent Living Facility located on 10 acres of land surrounding a breath-taking pond. This is a 16-Bed Facility that memorializes true country living. Our facility has an onsite home health agency to assist with the administration of medication and personal...
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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.
The Suites at Crimson Heights, established in 2019, is a robust Assisted Living Community that boasts 27 beautiful units, equipped with modern kitchen appliances, heated bathrooms with walk-in showers, and a private patio option. Our residents enjoy a variety of amenities, such as salon services,...
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We really appreciated the fact that took a big interest in our loved one and made big efforts helping her get adjusted during her first few weeks at the community. It makes us feel better and more...
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, our residents mean everything to us. Our mission is to exceed the expectations of our residents and their families through our commitment to compassionate care, honesty, integrity, affordability, and respect. Let us help you provide the comfort, care, community, and...
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Photo of Serenity Assisted Living
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1.0
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4 reviews
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4 reviews
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This has been a great home for my husband. I would very highly recommend it. The director is absolutely wonderful. The staff treats my husband with respect and he is so well taken care of. Thank you for...
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.
Serenity Assisted Living provides a caring community for seniors that is located in Beaumont, TX. The city of Beaumont has much to offer, including great roadside attractions, shopping, and dining. Those who enjoy spending time outside will find that the city's parks have much to offer. Residents...
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99 Floor plans available
8.5
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17 reviews
8.5
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17 reviews
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My loved one was in Pelican Bay the entire time, and we were very pleased with it, so thank you for pointing us in that direction. They did change hands, and toward the end there was a lot of turnover of...
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.
Pelican Bay Assisted Living Community and Memory Care is a locally owned business. The owner has over 35 years experience in senior care in the South East Texas area. Pelican Bay opened in December of 2012. We are conveniently located on Beaumont's west end 3 miles north of Interstate 10 and one...
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.
Photo of Our House
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.
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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.
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2020 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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1616 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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 Fountainwood at Lake Houston
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: 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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX

The average cost of senior living in Big Thicket Lake Estates is $3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ames, TX with an average of $2,583 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX vs. nearby cities

Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX
$3,954/mo
$4,015/mo
$3,974/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX vs. the state and national average

Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX
$3,954/mo
$4,205/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Thicket Lake Estates vs. other types of senior living

$4,501/mo
Independent Living
$3,954/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,699/mo
Studio
$4,535/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,149/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,004/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,643/mo

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 Big Thicket Lake Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Thicket Lake Estates

The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center

4.9
We haven't had a negative experience. The hurricane is a natural disaster that is always going to be challenging. They evacuated my dad and he is safe. Yes we would recommend this community to other families. I know there is a lot of negative right now but we don't feel that way. Even my almost ...
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Landing at Woodland Lakes in Conroe, TX

5.0
Since Dad started his journey at Landing at Woodland Lakes, it's like watching him conduct a symphony of life. He's surrounded by support, yet free to compose his days with activities he loves. The blend of care, community, and personal space is music to our ears.

Collier Park in Beaumont, TX

4.6
I like being here my apartment is nice it's a good place to be and the value for cost gets a 5+. Based on the experience I have had, I would recommend Collier Park to other families

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

High-quality, chef-prepared meals. Many reviews praise the delicious and fresh meals provided in several communities, with residents expressing gratitude for the restaurant-style dining experiences. For instance, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents enjoy the great variety and quality of food, while at Fountainwood a ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a range of activities to cater to residents' interests, keeping them engaged and active. For example, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents enjoy bingo, arts and crafts, ice cream socials, and exercise classes, while Reunion Court of Kingwood residents participate ...
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Thoughtful and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the friendly and compassionate care that staff members provide, making residents feel welcome and supported. For instance, the staff at Watermere at Woodland Lakes went above and beyond to help a new resident integrate into the community when they moved in, while ...
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Beautiful and well-maintained living spaces. Residents describe their living spaces as clean, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. For instance, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, apartments are beautiful and well-maintained, and there are many outdoor areas to enjoy. When a resident experienced water damage at Reunion Court of Ki ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere at several facilities. For example, residents at Carriage Inn Conroe have made new friends and built a support system. At The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, there are ambassadors to help new residents get acclimated an ...
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Comprehensive services and resources. Communities offer a range of services and resources to accommodate various needs. For example, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents can enjoy weekly shopping trips and transportation to medical facilities, while Fountainwood at Lake Houston offers activities and a supportive enviro ...
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Big Thicket Lake Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Thicket Lake Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Thicket Lake Estates, 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Thicket Lake Estates, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Thicket Lake Estates 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Thicket Lake Estates, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
52.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Thicket Lake Estates 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Thicket Lake Estates, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
49.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Watermere at Woodland Lakes and Watercrest at Kingwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Thicket Lake Estates, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 68 independent living facilities near Big Thicket Lake Estates, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Big Thicket Lake Estates, Texas are Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Watermere at Woodland Lakes and Watercrest at Kingwood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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