10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kaufman County, TX

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 299 independent living facilities in Kaufman County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cedar Run, Lake June and Elam.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockwall, Forney and Terrell.

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zipAveragecost: $4,367

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Cost of independent living in Kaufman County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Kaufman County is $4,367 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Terrell, TX with an average of $3,324 per month.

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

Kaufman County, TX

$4,367/mo

Kaufman, TX

$4,352/mo

Post Oak Bend City, TX

$3,393/mo

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

Kaufman County, TX

$4,367/mo

Texas state

$4,320/mo

U.S. national average

$4,024/mo

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

Assisted Living

$4,996/mo

Memory Care

$5,332/mo

Independent Living

$4,367/mo

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

Studio

$2,339/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,057/mo

2 Bedroom

$3,866/mo

Detached Cottage/Bungalow

$4,643/mo

Senior living costs in Kaufman 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: Kaufman County, TX

Column state: Texas

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Kaufman County, TX	Texas	U.S.
Independent Living	$4,367/mo	$4,320/mo	$4,024/mo
Assisted Living	$4,996/mo	$4,821/mo	$4,565/mo
Memory Care	$5,332/mo	$5,003/mo	$4,803/mo

Independent Living

Kaufman County, TX:$4,367/mo

Texas:$4,320/mo

U.S.:$4,024/mo

Assisted Living

Kaufman County, TX:$4,996/mo

Texas:$4,821/mo

U.S.:$4,565/mo

Memory Care

Kaufman County, TX:$5,332/mo

Texas:$5,003/mo

U.S.:$4,803/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Kaufman County

Recent reviews for independent living in Kaufman 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 ...

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 ...

Kaufman County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kaufman County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kaufman 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 Kaufman 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 Kaufman County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Kaufman County, TXNational

Nutritionist / dietician

25.7%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

50.2%

34%

No sugar

46.9%

31.4%

Vegetarian

40.7%

33.4%

Pureed meals

14.9%

7.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Kaufman 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 Kaufman County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Kaufman County, TXNational

Professional chef

48.1%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

58.5%

43.4%

Room service

53.9%

36.8%

Anytime dining

24.1%

17.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Kaufman 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 Kaufman County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Kaufman County, TXNational

Activity director

64.3%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

44%

28.3%

Community service programs

43.6%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

65.1%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

72.2%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

68.5%

54.9%

Piano or organ

58.9%

43%

Arts and crafts center

51.5%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

56.4%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

66.4%

47.4%

Live performances

71.4%

47.2%

Dances

46.9%

32.4%

Fitness center

46.5%

39.7%

Fitness classes

67.6%

46.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Three Forks Senior Living of Forney, Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas and Highlands Village Senior Living of Mansfield are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kaufman County, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 299 independent living facilities near Kaufman County, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Kaufman County, Texas are Silvermark Assisted Living, The Waterford at Mesquite and The Waterford at Plano. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kaufman County, TX

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

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

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