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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Murphy, TX
If you’re looking for independent living in the Murphy area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Murphy. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 46 independent living facilities in Murphy, 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 Chimney Hill, Whispering Hills and Woodbridge.
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Adore the staff. Love the activities they are trying to engage their clients in. Love that they all, from the director on down, communicate with me. They are still working to get the kinks out of everything....
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.
The Preserve at Spring Creek is a premier Retirement, Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in Garland, Texas, that serves Garland, Plano, and the surrounding regions. No matter where you’ve lived before, we’d be honored to have you call the Preserve at Spring Creek...
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I moved my elderly father after taking him out of [facility removed] which was third world and awful. I made the best decision as he made such tremendous progress at the new facility. They treated him so...
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.
Healthcare Resort of Plano The Healthcare Resort of Plano is a beautiful, upscale assisted living community located in Plano, TX. Plano is located in Collin County and is home to over 270,000 people. Plano is a bustling city with great restaurants, sporting events and shopping. Residents can...
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51 reviews
Just a great place to live!!! I always enjoy talking to the front desk staff! Everyone does an exceptional job! Excellent food, good sleep conditions, nice and quiet atmosphere, singing and we love 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.
DaySpring Senior Living - A Faith-Based, Not-For-Profit Community in the Heart of Plano, Texas Several years ago, God led Collin Creek Community Church to begin a senior ministry. Through the strong support of the local church and the national Wesleyan church, we are now seeing the fruits of...
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9 reviews
A Place for Mom found it for me and it was exactly what I needed. So grateful to have this place so close to home and knowing my mom is being well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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7.8
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68 reviews
These ratings on how they have been treating mom and myself when I'm there. The staff now is pretty good. They treat mom like she is their mom and the only issue is they have gotten caregivers who don't have...
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.
Recognized as the best location in town, Allen's premier assisted living and memory care community specializes in a holistic approach to wellness, including individual resident customization of our proprietary Seven Dimensions of Wellness. A resident thrives when they feel connected and engaged...
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5 reviews
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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7.4
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33 reviews
Our overall experience has been good. I like the idea of someone always being there to watch them 24/7. also, this place is not that big and I like that. They have great family get together parties almost...
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 New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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7.4
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36 reviews
The meals could be fresher and healthier but the people there are very nice. We would recommend Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement to other families, however it would depend on their loved ones needs.
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.
At Alexis Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
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37 reviews
The staff is very kind. My mom says the food is ok, but she always eats it, they do have a few choices for them to pick from. They have to be patient, it takes a while because they don't have a lot of...
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.
LYNRIDGE of Murphy is a new community offering Assisted Living and Memory Care living options for seniors. Enjoy elegant yet affordable residential care in a warm, nurturing environment, with your own private apartment and access to first-class amenities like a state-of-the-art fitness center...
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I can not think of anything that was not wonderful. They were also the most cost-effective I looked at. My dad is in the memory care unit. I have recommend two or three people already. Christian Care is 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.
Christian Care, in Allen, Texas is a member of the Christian Care Senior Living Communities family, which currently serves seniors in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We are a faith-based, not-for-profit provider with a 70 year history of serving seniors with incredibly compassionate care. Our Life...
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My mom is social. I like that it is all on one floor and she is able to interact with a lot of people. My mom likes the food. I love the community layout. The room sizes are nice, My mom has a private room....
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're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Discovery Commons, we've designed the very best in world-class senior living by blending resort-style amenities, elegant apartment homes, concierge-level services, outstanding social and...
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It is a nice place, but I think it is a little misleading. They say it is an active 55 and older community, and after spring came around, a lot of the community is not as active. There were several cliques...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In Allen, “live, work, play” isn’t a cliché — it’s a fact of life.For years, Allen has consistently ranked on ‘best places to move’ lists because of its superior amenities, excellent schools, best of class shopping and dining options, and an award-winning parks and trails system. In fact, MONEY...
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11 reviews
We went with Monarch at Richardson because the location works out really well for my brother who lives close by. They keep her busy throughout the day in the memory care unit. They play games, do exercise...
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.
Monarch at Richardson is an assisted living and memory care community located in Richardson, TX in Dallas County. Monarch at Richardson is located just twenty minutes northeast from the Dallas city center. Richardson boasts an extensive park and trail system throughout, cultural activities,...
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The Oaks at Liberty Grove is a very clean facility. Dad thought meals were average, but we were satisfied compared to other senior centers. There are lots of activities but dad was primarily there for...
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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If you are pretty independent and you don't need nursing care and you are interested in meeting people and getting out in the community this is a good place to look. This is a good step from transitioning...
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.
When you call Overture Plano home you will wake up to an incredibly designed residence with designer finishes and fixtures. Each day you will be greeted by a stylish lobby, elegantly appointed furnishings, and an array of resort-inspired amenities, services and activities. Venture beyond our...
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The staff is caring and patient. We picked this community because of the location. 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.
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: 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.
Experience the warmth, elegance, and opportunities that await you at Watermere at Firewheel, a brand new independent living retirement community. Watermere is dedicated to creating a friendly and hassle-free living environment where residents can enjoy all the benefits of a safe, luxurious, and...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Embrace a Life of Affordable Comfort at The Cesera - Just Minutes Away From Firewheel Town Center!LIMITED TIME OFFER: Apply today and enjoy up to $2,800 in savings! *Some restrictions apply.The Cesera Senior Living participates in the affordable housing program where income limits apply. Our...
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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...
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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We moved our parents into assisted living at Silver Creek nearly 3 years ago when my mom came out of rehab for a hip replacement. Our dad could no longer take care of her (she also had MS and was developing...
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.
Silver Creek Garland is an assisted living community located on the outskirts of Dallas in the city of Garland, Texas. This lush residential area is home to a nearby football stadium, country club, Lake Ray Hubbard, and more. It offers the perfect mix of shopping, dining, and commercial services...
Cost of independent living in Murphy, TX
The average cost of senior living in Murphy is $4,811 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nevada, TX with an average of $4,278 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Murphy, TX vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Murphy
Recent reviews for independent living in Murphy
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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Murphy independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Murphy independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Murphy, 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 Murphy 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 Murphy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Murphy, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
65.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Murphy 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 Murphy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Murphy, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
69.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Murphy 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 Murphy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Murphy, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
78.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
65.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
89.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
67.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
82.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
87%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
60.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
82.6%
46.1%
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Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas, Brookdale Lake Highlands and Meadowstone Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Murphy, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 46 independent living facilities near Murphy, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Murphy, Texas are Brookdale Lake Highlands, Brookdale Farmers Branch and The Remington at Valley Ranch. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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