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My loved one is currently a resident at Sonoma House Assisted Living and most everything about our experience with them has been great so far. The staff is excellent. My loved one is in hospice now, so 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.
Welcome to a place that feels like home. Sonoma House feels like home. For seniors who want special care, Sonoma House feels like home. A place where they are known by name. Treated with respect. Loved like family. And have more freedoms, not more restrictions. From our smaller size to our...
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This is a very nice facility. It is always clean and well maintained. The staff here is wonderful and they are very competent at what they do. There are plenty of activities for the Seniors and the food is...
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.
CHRISTUS St. Joseph Village, located in Coppell, Texas, is a faith based, not-for-profit retirement community. The community is a part of CHRISTUS Health, a Catholic faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 40 hospitals. Inpatient and long-term care facilities can be...
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That the person needs to be at level of care otherwise there is a big deficit in care they don't help the person get changed in the afternoon or fed they don't encourage the person enough to get out of 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.
Welcome to Cedar Crest of Lewisville, located in Lewisville, Texas, offering exceptional assisted living care options for seniors in the Dallas area.Cedar Crest is an intimate, senior living community designed to provide optimal comfort, care and privacy. Some features include:Private and shared...
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The community is very neat and clean. The rent includes electricity. They have a computer lab and a garden nursery. I would recommend this community to others. It's in a good location in the city also
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.
Welcome to Forest Dale Senior Apartments in Dallas, Texas!The finest community living for seniors 62 and older. Our apartment homes offer a range of different floor plans with a wide array of modern amenities that are designed to enrich your unique lifestyle. From the in-home benefits of upgraded...
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The Tradition is a warm and friendly place. Four years ago, after my mother passed, my father moved into The Tradition on Prestonwood, so that he would not get lonely. The beautiful décor, excellent meals,...
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.
The Tradition-Prestonwood is a premier senior living community in Dallas, Texas providing a continuum of care with Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities. Beauty is just the beginning at Tradition Senior Living communities, which comprise beautiful interiors filled with...
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This community has more vibrant people living here. The rooms here are larger than some other communities. We have a full kitchen in your...
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.
Enjoy resort-style amenities, thoughtful interiors, and upscale services at Everleigh Forestwood’s 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes. At Everleigh you can find true connectivity and convenience. Ideally, located in Dallas, Texas, you’ll have big city access from the sanctuary of your beautiful...
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So far so good with our experience for our loved one being here. The food has recently been going downhill according to my loved one. The staff have been responsive to our questions. There has been a...
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.
We believe it is the little things that are the secret to a retirement that is carefree and personally fulfilling: a warm and inviting community where every home is part of a neighborhood, a wide range of social, cultural, and intellectual activities, and a staff that believes that there is...
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I have not moved in twenty years and was very apprehensive, but thanks to [names removed] the transition was smooth. They were always kind, patient, and helpful. . I am actually excited about this next...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
McDermott 55 is a luxurious active adult community offering BRAND-NEW pet-friendly apartments in West Plano, Texas. Our 55+ residents have full access to both phases of the property, featuring unparalleled amenities, spacious floor plans, award-winning customer service, and a maintenance-free...
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They are very caring in the community. Since they opened right before the pandemic, they are not as organized as they need to be. In the assisted living area of the community, they are not full yet. They...
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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What they could improve on would be less turnover of employee, however we like the location, the newness, the good food and the friendly staff. My parents keep to themselves so it is had to really evaluate...
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.
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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.
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.
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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It was everything I thought it was going to be. The director is great and her assistant is great. Anybody that can keep my step mother reasonably happy, is good in my book. I think she thinks of the...
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.
RENAISSANCE VILLAGE In today’s society, many retired people are living more active lives. Many of these individuals may need some assistance, yet not require the structured environment or care an assisted living facility provides.Created to promote an active homelike quality lifestyle,...
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Carrollton, TX

The average cost of senior living in Carrollton is $4,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Irving, TX with an average of $4,252 per month.

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

Carrollton, TX
$4,353/mo
$4,474/mo
$4,358/mo

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

Carrollton, TX
$4,353/mo
$4,318/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$5,423/mo
Independent Living
$4,353/mo

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

Studio
$2,106/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,689/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,495/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,273/mo

Senior living costs in Carrollton 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: Carrollton, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarrollton, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,353/mo$4,318/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,071/mo$4,820/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,423/mo$5,002/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Carrollton, TX:$4,353/mo
Texas:$4,318/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Carrollton, TX:$5,071/mo
Texas:$4,820/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Carrollton, TX:$5,423/mo
Texas:$5,002/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Carrollton

Recent reviews for independent living in Carrollton

The Tradition - Prestonwood in Dallas, TX

4.9
A resident here for 10 years. I cannot imagine these past 10 years without the friends and care received here. For your sake and that of your caring family, this is where you need to be!

Everleigh Forestwood 55+ Apartment Homes in Dallas, TX

4.8
I think it is great. Everybody is close knit like a family. I have never been any place like this where all of the residents have joined together. Before COVID, the food was really good and it was fun. On Friday nights, we would have wine and different types of food. It was always a nice ...
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The Healthcare Resort of Plano

5.0
This is a gorgeous but mellow place with caring staff members. I had surgery and my needs were complex and the nursing team was able to make me feel safe and their expertise to hospital like procedures kept me worry free. I was discharged home with their outpatient therapy. Their therapy is top ...
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Carrollton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carrollton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carrollton, 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 Carrollton 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 Carrollton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carrollton, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
61.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carrollton 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 Carrollton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carrollton, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
79.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
68.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carrollton 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 Carrollton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carrollton, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
81%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
90.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
76.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
74.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
90.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
60.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
87.3%
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Atria Carrollton, Emerson at Rosemeade Park and Carrollton Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carrollton, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 80 independent living facilities near Carrollton, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Carrollton, Texas are Dogwood Estates, Parkwood Independent Living and Silvermark Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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