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Photo of Monticello West
11 Video available
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1212 Floor plans available
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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 Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care
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The food is excellent and there are a lot of activities. Lakeshore is a wonderful community. The staff are so caring, and my dad has always enjoyed his time there. If I ever need an assisted living facility...
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 Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care, you will enjoy the carefree comforts of home with the help of a caring, supportive staff. An array of amenities is offered while promoting independence and well-being. Three chef-prepared meals are offered daily along with a self-serve cappuccino and...
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Photo of Bedford Estates Senior Living
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So far, everything is going well. The staff are all very attentive and they are good about keeping us updated on any changes or additional needs. The cleanliness is not perfect but not horrible. The room 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.
At Bedford 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 assisted...
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My mom moved into Heartis memory care first week of [date removed]. So far we are very happy with the quality of care. The staff, nurses, and med techs are very sweet to her and attentive. My mom is doing...
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.
At Heartis MidCities in Bedford, Texas, we’re going to change the way you think about senior living. Then we’re going to change your life.It all starts with our unique perspective. At Heartis MidCities, we believe that moving to a senior living community is a step in the right direction! Why live...
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It was overall a good experience. The added service from [Name Removed] and her team was a huge help. We didn't realize how rapidly her dementia was progressing and had we been aware we probably wouldn't...
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.
Pinewood Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Perched atop 22 acres of stunningly landscaped grounds, you'll enjoy a feeling of peaceful seclusion while being just minutes from Dallas. Our Town of Flower Mound has been consistently voted by D Magazine...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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Apartment size is very roomy! Enough room for king size bed and nightstand + a recliner and side table. You share the bathroom between Jack and Jill style. Bathroom is spacious with nice roomy walk in...
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.
Heartis Cleburne Heartis Cleburne is an assisted living community located in Cleburne, Texas, in Johnson County and home to about 29,000 people. Cleburne is a small and fun city with park-like settings and a host of activities where residents can go on group outings at Cleburne State Park or to...
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It's a lovely and affordable property. The staff is very pleasant and the food is very good. My only complaint is that there was a lot of confusion about which room and rate we requested before we moved...
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.
Savor the small-town charm and big-city opportunities offered at The Waterford at Pantego. Our Independent Living community in Pantego, Texas, provides residents with the privacy and freedom they deserve while at the same time offering companionship in a cozy setting. From our thoughtfully...
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1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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The staff is ALWAYS so very helpful and knowledgeable. There are lots of community places for residents to hang out, have coffee, snacks, etc. Beautiful facility, light and bright and very clean.
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 The Grandview of Chisholm TrailThe Grandview of Chisholm Trail, Southwest Fort Worth’s premier destination for boutique-style luxury senior living. Located just 5 miles from Texas Health Resources Harris Southwest Hospital, our single story community offers both assisted living and...
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Photo of Brookdale Summer Ridge
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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[name removed] and [name removed] were fantastic and loved their facilities. Unfortunately my MIL passed before we could move her in. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living 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.
When you’re ready to embrace all that life has to offer, our assisted living community is the perfect place to do this. Located in Rockwall, Texas, near scenic Lake Ray Hubbard and a short drive from Dallas, we’re conveniently located near quality health care, eclectic shopping, banks and fine...
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Overall nice place. Food has been an issue with residents. Staff is wonderful!! Parents are happy there. I would recommend HarborChase 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.
HarborChase is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating activities, generous amenities and luxurious...
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Photo of Duncanville Senior Living
77 Photos available
8.7
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42 reviews
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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 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 Carver Heights Estates Senior Living
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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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Photo of Carrollton Gardens
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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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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Worked for our need for short-term respite care (one month)- very accommodating of our short time frame. Staff & residents were kind. Park-like setting & large windows very soothing altho the building was...
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.
For the past 30 years, Parkwood is the Mid-Cities choice for exceptional senior care, allowing residents to enjoy the lifestyle they love with a full continuum of supportive care. Parkwood features TWO assisted living neighborhoods, ensuring a perfect fit for your family. Both feature worry free,...
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Photo of Meadowood Assisted Living and Memory Care
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The complete staff and administration group are awesome, the food is very good and the amenities and activities are top notch. Special call outs to [name removed], [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.
We are committed to providing quality services in an inviting, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Meadowood, we honor...
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I truly enjoyed my stay there. The staff was accommodating and helpful, I truly loved enjoyed my apartment, the people were friendly - I definitely felt connected. It was a good fit for me. Apartments are...
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.
Designed for the active senior adult, Greenway Village is one of the premier retirement communities in the Dallas Metroplex. Featuring an all-inclusive approach to services and amenities, and located on a 26-acre, beautifully landscaped campus, Greenway is also one of the few certified Life Plan...
Photo of Morada Burleson
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All was good! They really tried to place her in the right room. The staff is great to work with. They're attentive and friendly. My mom is very happy there.
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.
Morada Burleson is all about residents enjoying life to the fullest, with regularly scheduled events and outings that bring residents together and inspire new friendships. We offer a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. Our caring and...
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What I like the most about The Luxe is how it is quiet and the people here are friendly. I would recommend The Luxe to other families who may need a place their loved ones
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.
When you make The Luxe at Rowlett your new home, you step into a lifestyle of convenience, relaxation, and effortless style. Whether it’s our beautifully landscaped property, spacious sunlit interiors, or our incredible selection of amenities, you’ll find something you love around every corner of...
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Photo of Brookdale Watauga
77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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[name removed] was an incredible resource to our family. She was so helpful with the transition and treated us like part of the family from day one. Everyone took such great care of my dad and the rooms were...
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.
Connect with other seniors who share similar interests and life experiences when you join our assisted living community, located in Watauga, Texas. Our constantly changing calendar offers a social and active life. When you need quiet time, you can retreat to the comfort of your private apartment....
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Lynridge one bedroom apartments are just the right size for my 92 year old mom. She has enough space to sit in her living area and visit with family and friends, yet it's small enough to easily move around...
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.
Conveniently located in West Arlington, our charming Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers you fun and engaging ways to continue a life well lived. Enjoy all that the city has to offer while being tucked away in a friendly community with a home-like atmosphere. From taking a stroll...
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Everything would be a 5 their great. like the activities they have planned for the residents each day. How they make the new residents feel welcome by providing them a welcome gift with some of the things...
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.
Bradfield Place is located in a quiet tree lined residential neighborhood in Mesquite, Texas. We are five miles from the gorgeous Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. We offer a thoughtful, warm and caring environment designed to promote independence and dignity. With that in mind we offer...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fort Worth
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Facility is clean, lots is natural light, all on one floor. The food is good and the staff attentive overall. Many of the residents tend to keep to themselves and not participate in the offered activities.
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 Sunrise Assisted Living of Fort Worth, and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Photo of River Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Fives for everything. What we like the most about the community is that it is a smaller size, and their staff are caring. They have fun volunteer visitors as well as activities. Yes, we would recommend River...
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 are committed to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At River Oaks, we honor each...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Keller
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They are caring and loving they are just going through some staff changing right now. That's why they didn't get five on those questions as far as activities. My father-in-law really hasn't joined into any...
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.
Truewood by Merrill Keller, offers PRIVATE STUDIO APATMENTS WITHIN in a 62+ Senior Living community with Assisted Living and Memory Care lifestyle options. Memory Care - we are not equipped to care for Frontal lobe and Lewy Body dementia.
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Cost of independent living in Ellis County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ellis County is $3,205 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waxahachie, TX with an average of $2,816 per month.

Independent living costs in Ellis County, TX, vs. nearby counties

Ellis County, TX
$3,205/mo

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

Ellis County, TX
$3,205/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Ellis County, TX, vs. other senior living options

$6,031/mo
Independent Living
$3,205/mo

Independent living costs in Ellis County, TX, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,685/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,301/mo

Senior living costs in Ellis County 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: Ellis County, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllis County, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,205/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,764/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,031/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ellis County, TX:$3,205/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ellis County, TX:$4,764/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ellis County, TX:$6,031/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Ellis County

Recent reviews for independent living in Ellis County

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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Ellis County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellis County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellis County, 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 Ellis County 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 Ellis County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.4%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.7%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellis County 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 Ellis County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.6%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.5%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellis County 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 Ellis County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellis County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
47%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.5%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
48.3%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.8%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Ennis, Arabella of Red Oak Senior Living and Legacy Oaks of Midlothian Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellis County, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 279 independent living facilities near Ellis County, Texas. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Ellis County, Texas are Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks, Silvermark Assisted Living and Whitley Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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