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Everyone is friendly and my mom's move in was smooth. I have noticed that several staff members have quit since January, but the new members are very helpful and approachable. The facility provides...
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.
INDEPENDENT LIVING CENTERWisteria Place Independent Living Center, the ultimate in independent living, is located nearby our main Senior Living & Memory Care campus. The residents at the retirement community enjoy spacious apartments that provide a comfortable, safe place to live while...
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When it comes to the care services, I had to be reminded more than once she must be watched taking her meds. They all complain about the food. Our loved one enjoys the music but not really a games or craft...
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.
Wisteria Place Senior Living and Memory Care Our Senior Living Community offers a full range of lifestyle options so you can live the way you want to live. Our active seniors get to enjoy a large variety of personalized services and exquisitely tailored amenities. We know you’ll feel right at...
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We picked this community, because of the price. I would recommend it. The apartments are nice. The amenities are refrigerator and microwave in the apartment as well as ceiling fan, personal thermostat,...
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.
Discover a vibrant community at Morada Abilene, offering Assisted Living services in Abilene, Texas. Our experienced staff and friendly residents make everyone feel at home, while our spacious apartment homes provide the perfect place to cozy up at the end of the day. Imagine an apartment home...
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Our loved one was very resistant going into an assisted living community but after a few days when she started to engage with the activities she really opened up and not is happy being there. She also talks...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Not only do Mike and Kathy Cauveaux from Abilene Physical Therapy refer clients from their physical therapy clinic to Lyndale Abilene, Kathy's mom is also a resident of the community. 'Mom wanted to live at Royal Estates and we were supportive of her decision. She is more active now than she has...
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I have been very happy with this community. They are very family-oriented and take the time to get to know the residents. they always have lots of activities for the residence. I would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
There’s no better place to begin your retirement journey than the Wesley Court community. Nestled on 70 beautifully landscaped acres, Wesley Court is a private residential neighborhood consisting of executive and garden homes, independent living apartments, assisted living apartments, and private...
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Cost of independent living in Buffalo Gap, TX

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Gap is $3,644 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Novice, TX with an average of $3,531 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo Gap, TX vs. nearby cities

Buffalo Gap, TX
$3,644/mo
$3,644/mo
$3,644/mo

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

Buffalo Gap, TX
$3,644/mo
$4,205/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo Gap vs. other types of senior living

$4,236/mo
Independent Living
$3,644/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Buffalo Gap, TX by room type

Studio
$3,758/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,386/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,625/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,028/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Buffalo Gap

Recent reviews for independent living in Buffalo Gap

University Place Independent Living in Abilene, TX

4.9
Electric, cable, and 3 meals a day are all included in the rent. For activities, they have special days where they take you shopping and out to eat. Coming up soon, they're going to have a Senior Prom. They have musical nights where people play the guitar and things. They have yoga class, ...
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Lyndale Abilene Senior Living

4.5
Before the pandemic, it was an overall very positive experience, however, because independent and assited living are in the same building, the independent living is also in complete lockdown. The staff are great. The food is pretty good with a good variety. I think mentally this has been ...
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Wisteria Place Independent Living in Abilene, TX

5.0
I would definitely recommend this Independent Liiving facility to others. The staff is very pleasant and easy to work with. The housekeeping is only light housekeeping, but [name removed] does great for what she does. The meals are not always great, but I am not a picky eater. They always have a ...
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Buffalo Gap independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Gap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Gap, 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 Buffalo Gap 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 Buffalo Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Gap 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 Buffalo Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Gap 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 Buffalo Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Chisholm Court, Wisteria Place Independent Living and University Place Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buffalo Gap, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Buffalo Gap, Texas. See the full list.

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