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Photo of Morada Grand Prairie
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The rooms and apartments are much larger than other senior living places around our area, seems more secure, parents say food is excellent and they get larger portions than other places, lots of activities...
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.
Situated midway between Dallas and Fort Worth, Morada Grand Prairie is a vibrant community designed to help older adults achieve greater well-being.This independent and assisted living residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes, each with a kitchenette. An array...
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Photo of The Retreat Senior Living
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My mom has been a resident at The Retreat Grand Prairie now for seven months and I am still extremely pleased with my choice of placing my parents there. Although, my mom has not used much of the facility...
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.
The Retreat Senior Living in Grand Prairie is Now Open! We are currently leasing our 1- and 2-bedroom luxury apartments.At The Retreat Senior Living, We invite our Seniors to not only live with us but thrive with us. We have services available to meet your every need! Everything from...
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[name removed] and staff were very friendly and communicative. The facility was very clean and looked more like a resort than an assisted living center. My aunt lived there for a couple of weeks and enjoyed...
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.
Morada Lake Arlington is located on 16 beautiful, wooded acres in Arlington, Texas. Our community provides exceptional care to seniors, offering active independent living, assisted living and SHINE® memory care services. We are just a short drive from Lake Arlington and Veterans Park, both of...
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Activities are super. We've had some really good dinners. I have no complaints. But, a reduction in rent would be great! I would recommend it to others who are searching for a place! maintenance is...
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.
Amberlin at the Station is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Sachse, Texas. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Texas adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every corner of...
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Photo of Sunrise at Hillcrest
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The team at Sunrise has been outstanding. They are caring and attentive. Highly recommend both assisted living and memory care.
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.
A two-time winner of the Presidents Award, the assisted living team at Sunrise of Hillcrest in Dallas offers residents many years of experience and the highest quality of personalized senior care. In fact, our health care coordinator has worked with our team for over 17 years. Our compassionate...
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Often the staff was slow to respond when called and twice they did not come for about two hours. Mostly had issues with the night staff. Overall though, it was a pretty good value and usually friendly and...
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 Carver Heights Estates we acknowledge that every individual requires different levels of care at varying points of their lives. We are dedicated to providing specialized care specifically tailored to each resident’s unique needs throughout the aging experience. Our levels of care include...
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They are very knowledgeable very friendly and always ready to help. Amenities are great and many to choose from. Apartment sizes are small so you don't need much. Everything is free like laundry everything...
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.
Emerson S. Collins is an independent living 55+ community. We are located at East Arbrook and South Collins Street. We are centrally located in the South Arlington area, close to the Highlands Mall, the Parks Mall, and the AT&T Stadium- home of the Dallas Cowboys- as well as Six Flags Over...
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Photo of Mustang Creek Estates Sachse
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Home like atmosphere. Simple food but prepared in smaller quantity than in larger institutions. Staff was wonderful, loving, patient and attentive, especially [name removed], [name removed] and [name...
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.
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 14 to 16 residents per house and two of our houses specialize in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
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55 Floor plans available
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The building and facility are beautiful, well maintained and feels like a 5 star hotel. I give it a 4 because the staff and leadership, while good, is not at the highest level. Feels like they are doing...
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.
Prestonwood Court is very proud to call Plano, Texas our hometown. Combining the warmth of home with the amenities of a fine hotel, life at Prestonwood Court offers a world of possibilities. Socialize with friends in lovely, light-filled living rooms and lounges, find favorite books in our...
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Photo of Emerson at Rosemeade Park
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The consultants were always incredibly helpful, and their follow-up was consistent throughout the entire process. I truly felt like they cared about achieving a positive outcome just as much as I...
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.
Welcome...to Corinthians, the premiere choice for senior retirement living in Carrollton, Texas. Corinthians offers a combination of services and amenities to complement your choice of activities within a beautiful, uplifting environment. Our independent retirement lifestyle meets the diverse...
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Photo of Vitality Court Texas Star
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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They really focus on the residents. They make them feel special. They listen to any concerns you might have. This includes dining room staff, personal caretakers, and the cleaning crew! They are joyful and...
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.
Texas Star Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Allen, Texas, in Collin County and home to over 84,000 people. Part of the Dallas suburbs, Allen is a small modern city where residents will enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, local shops, fairs and markets. They can also get their exercise, go...
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Photo of Morada Cedar Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care
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You really made the whole process much easier and the tools and information provided were immensely helpful. I would recommend to others.
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 the warmth and exceptional services at Morada Cedar Hill, offering Assisted Living and SHINE® Memory Care in Cedar Hill, Texas. Residents will experience the customary Texas welcome and generosity in all aspects of their new home, from the spacious and generous amenities of the...
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Photo of Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff is very patient and kind. Yes, we would recommend Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Join us at Ariel Pointe Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, where clear blue skies reach to embrace the horizon, and new friendships abound. Our active senior living community located in Sachse, Texas, invites residents to enjoy casual, easy living with a distinctive touch and...
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Photo of Brookdale Collin Oaks
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My father is almost 90 and he’s been at BCO since [date removed], right in the middle of Covid. He has had great care taken with him and has made many friends. The facility is always clean and well kept, 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.
When you come to our community, which provides assisted living services and memory care in Plano, Texas, you can stay as active as you want. As an assisted living resident, you can engage in a little friendly competition over board or card games, join classes to boost both your mental and...
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My interaction with Sharon and Dusty was always pleasant. My mom seems very adjusted there too. I would absolutely recommend Mercer Terrace to others, it's peaceful and serene.
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 heartbeat of Mercer Place is our caring staff and homelike senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. Residents can engage in...
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Photo of Brookdale Waxahachie
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The staff is very caring, attentive, and nurturing to the residents and their families. My mom ADORES all the staff! And our family does too.
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.
Our community is more than just a place it live; it’s a place to live well.  Our assisted living and memory care community is located in Waxahachie, Texas, which is a vibrant town, just south of Dallas, that offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience. Its small-town charm...
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Too often, they served cold meals when hot meals were the expectation. Especially at dinner. The apartment size and location of the community were fine.
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.
One of the most unique benefits of Monticello West, is that we bring care to you. You can move throughout your life journey all within familiar surroundings. Start in independent living and as you need it begin receiving assisted living services. Home is home no matter what level of care you...
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Photo of Cambridge Court Senior Living
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Staff is all extremely polite and for the most part very friendly. If they’re gonna put out a menu have what’s on the menu don’t give me a menu and then say no we don’t have it.
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.
Welcome to the season of choice At Cambridge Court Assisted Living and Memory Care Community we pride ourselves on offering you choices that allow you to live your life the way you want. At Cambridge Court we believe life is yours for the taking. It's a simple concept that means you can take...
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Photo of Brookdale Pecan Park
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11 Floor plan available
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All of the staff that I have encountered is very friendly and very willing to help. They really want the people staying there to feel like they are as close as they can get to their home.
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.
No day is the same in our community and the residents like it that way. As an assisted living community that also provides Alzheimer’s and dementia care for seniors, we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is vital to aging well and living well.Our vibrant community enjoys a...
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Photo of Duncanville Senior Living
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There was no issue with the administrative employees only issues with the executive staffing. The original Executive Director was there one day and gone the next with no explanation given to the residents'...
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.
GoodLife Senior Living is a sweet little community in the heart of Duncanville, TX. We are a premier Assisted Living Community offering what others cannot.We are a home setting featuring an open floor plan where residents can have the option of relaxing in their own private room, or enjoying...
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Photo of Walnut Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Staff is kind and well trained. Facility and room is kept very clean. Laundry is kept up with very well. Lots of daily activities to keep residents engaged. Prices are very reasonable. Leadership team is...
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.
Live the country club life at Walnut Creek, where top-notch amenities and convenient services blend under one roof for an enriching experience. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Mansfield, Texas, offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among...
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Photo of Colonial Oaks Senior Living at Campbell Park
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The staff seem very warm and friendly. The food is good and the facility is clean and in a nice neighborhood. Yes, I would recommend Colonial Oaks to others but only as a last resort (if you can't afford to...
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.
At Colonial Oaks Senior Living at Campbell Park, our personalized services are designed for those who desire the finer things in life. Since we believe life improves with age, we have created special services and carefree environment that promote independence and dignity without all of the...
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Photo of Three Forks Senior Living of Forney
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Pegasus Landing was good for a while and then the care got not so great. For example, she would be left sitting in her depends too long or they weren't as good about taking care of her overall hygiene like...
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.
Three Forks Senior Living of Forney is an exceptional assisted living and memory care community in historic Forney, TX. Our community is a quick 30-minute drive east of Dallas in Kaufman County. At Three Forks, we honor each resident's aging process, celebrating life in a community of familiar...
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Photo of Carrollton Gardens
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55 Floor plans available
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They have a caring staff. Someone is always checking on my Dad and giving him reminders for everything from game time to meal time. They help Dad daily with dressing or changes as required. The facility is...
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.
Upon visiting Carrollton Gardens, you will find variety of activities and floorplans as well as multiple common areas that enable residents to feel that the entire community is their home. Our experienced team provides superior services, premium amenities, fine dining, and elder care to the...
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Photo of Buffalo Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Staff is very friendly and helpful. The Memory Care is very clean and a they are attentive to all residents each time I visit. Everyone gets individual attention based on their needs. This is the best...
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 up to a new level of life at Buffalo Creek, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Waxahachie, Texas, that offers country-style living with the conveniences of a big city. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally,...
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Cost of independent living in Cottonwood, TX

The average cost of senior living in Cottonwood is $2,831 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockwall, TX with an average of $2,569 per month.

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

Cottonwood, TX
$2,831/mo
$2,569/mo
$2,875/mo

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

Cottonwood, TX
$2,831/mo
$3,124/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

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

$6,322/mo
Independent Living
$2,831/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,481/mo
Studio
$2,431/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,973/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,095/mo

Senior living costs in Cottonwood 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: Cottonwood, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCottonwood, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$2,831/mo$3,124/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$4,683/mo$4,580/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$6,322/mo$6,239/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Cottonwood, TX:$2,831/mo
Texas:$3,124/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Cottonwood, TX:$4,683/mo
Texas:$4,580/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Cottonwood, TX:$6,322/mo
Texas:$6,239/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Cottonwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Cottonwood

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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Cottonwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cottonwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cottonwood, 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 Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cottonwood, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.3%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.5%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cottonwood, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.4%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cottonwood, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.1%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
71%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.9%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Highlands Village Senior Living of Mansfield, Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas and Meadowstone Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cottonwood, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 274 independent living facilities near Cottonwood, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cottonwood, Texas are Silvermark Assisted Living, Parkwood Independent Living and The Waterford at Plano. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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