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My mother has been a resident since the place first opened as Harbor Chase of The Park Cities 3 years ago, then changed management and became The Preston of the Park Cities. The place is gorgeous and they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Located in Dallas’ popular Preston Center District, the eight-story senior living community offers 134 luxury apartments and is the perfect blend of modern amenities and classic sophistication. The spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments feature private bathrooms, wood floors, carpeted bedrooms,...
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I am happy with the care at this community. The staff is very nice and very attentive with the care. The menu is outstanding in everything that is served. The community is very clean and enjoyable. They are...
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-Lover's Lane 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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My mom lives here at Montclair Estates and its amazing how well the staff takes care if someone here. She was locked out of her apartment and they made sure she got inside and was all taken care of before...
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.
Montclair Estates independent retirement living offers you the privacy and independence of your own apartment coupled with the conveniences of living in a community that caters to each person's individual needs.The apartments at Montclair Estates feature large windows and quality interior design....
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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...
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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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From the very beginning, working with Emily and the entire team at this facility has been nothing short of a blessing. Emily's warmth, professionalism, and genuine heart made a world of difference during...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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.
For over 60 years, Hilltop Haven has been a PROVEN AND TRUSTED NAME IN SKILLED NURSING AND RETIREMENT LIVING. Hilltop Haven and Howard Apartments are members of the Christian Care Centers family of senior living communities, currently serving more residents in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and...
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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 PARK MANOR SENIOR APARTMENTS! Park Manor Senior Apartments offers beautiful one and two bedroom apartments in Sherman Texas for seniors 55 and better. The rural wooded, park-like setting provides a peaceful retreat, while still being conveniently located to shops, restaurants and...
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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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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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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.
Discover Adriatica Senior Living, a remarkable residential community designed for active seniors who are 62+. Adriatica’s amenities are unique and exciting, with Connection and Gathering Lounges where you can get to know your neighbors, and a Wellness Studio to fuel your active lifestyle. Have...
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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.
Villagio of McKinney assisted living community is nestled in McKinney, Collin County, Texas. The community's convenient location on Eldorado Parkway, just off of I-75, makes it easy for loved ones from both McKinney and Dallas to visit residents. Although not in a residential area, the community...
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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, 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.
Silver Leaf Assisted Living at WillowCreek Circle is located in Allen, TX in Collen County. We offer you support from a staff that is there for you at all times in a group home setting. Our staff is available seven days a week and at all hours of the day and night, so that you can know that you...
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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.
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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: 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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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.
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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: 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.
Rambling Oaks Courtyard Assisted LivingRambling Oaks Courtyard is an assisted living community located in the suburbs of Dallas in the town of Highland Village, Texas. Perfectly located, Rambling Oaks is just minutes away from a major shopping mecca and a bustling small town. The former offers a...

Cost of independent living in Dorchester, TX

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,614 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Callisburg, TX with an average of $3,562 per month.

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

Dorchester, TX
$4,614/mo
$4,602/mo
$4,485/mo

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

Dorchester, TX
$4,614/mo
$4,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,631/mo
Independent Living
$4,614/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,725/mo
Studio
$4,569/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,573/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,994/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,636/mo

Senior living costs in Dorchester 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: Dorchester, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorchester, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,614/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,220/mo$4,821/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,631/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dorchester, TX:$4,614/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Dorchester, TX:$5,220/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Dorchester, TX:$5,631/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Dorchester

Recent reviews for independent living in Dorchester

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community environment. Many reviews praise the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. For example, at Meadowstone Place, residents and staff make new friends easily and look out for each other. At Watermere at Frisco, new residents form new friendships and connections through a variety of activities ...
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Helpful and caring staff. Several residents express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. Reviews for Whiterock Court frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the community's caregivers.
Variety of activities for socializing and staying active. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered at communities. For example, at Watermere at Flower Mound, there are activities to suit all interests, from chef-prepared meals to fitness classes and outings. At Atria Canyon Creek, there is an emphasis on both phy ...
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Private apartment spaces with amenities. Residents appreciate the convenience of having their own private living spaces with amenities, such as washers and dryers. For example, at The Remington at Valley Ranch, each apartment has its own washer and dryer, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are highlighted as important factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Waterford at Plano, the facilities are described as clean, neat, and up-to-date, with management doing an excellent job of maintaining a refreshing pl ...
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Supportive and attentive caregivers. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Emerson on Harvest Hill, staff go above and beyond to make the transition to assisted living easier for residents, and care is taken to ensure that residents' needs are met in a compassionate ...
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Dorchester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
63.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
79.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
54.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Willows Sherman and Preston Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dorchester, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 271 independent living facilities near Dorchester, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dorchester, Texas are Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas, Meadowstone Place and Landing at Watermere - Frisco. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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