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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Houston, TX
If you’re looking for independent living in the North Houston 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 North Houston. 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 49 independent living facilities in North Houston, 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 Braeburn, Sharpstown and Westbury.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Houston, Sugar Land and Cypress.
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My loved one was previously a resident at Windermere Estates Senior Living and the overall experience was great. Our biggest issue was with medication dispense and finding out what we needed to get a...
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.
Windermere Estates offers engaging and personalized care focused on the uniqueness each resident and provide services best suited to their individual needs. We are conveniently located in northwest Houston. Since 1995 when our first community opened, we have offered a full range of personalized...
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I had several recommendations to visit Emerson Pine before I made my move from my apartment of seven years. The staff was very cordial and informative about the choices. I could have in a one-bedroom or two...
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.
“The sense of community we share gives our residents the opportunity to thrive and continue their lives and stories in a positive direction.” Nestled in a quiet residential area, The Gardens at Spring Shadows is conveniently located in Spring Branch at Kempwood Drive and Gessner Road.Our gated...
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It was a very good experience so far. We are still adjusting to the whole situation but I feel it will get easier over time. The neighborhood is very nice so easy to shop or eat while we visit. I would...
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.
Living Life WellSure, you have options for senior living in Houston. But not many of them look like this. We think one visit and you’ll see that we stand out in a crowd, not just because our building often feels more like a resort than what you’d typically think of senior living. It’s also...
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We moved our mother 4 years ago to Apex Oaks. I want to express my gratitude and appreciation to the ladies of this fine company. They welcomed her with open arms and made her feel at home. They cared for...
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.
Apex Oaks Assisted Living & Memory Care strives to redefine senior living with professional care and an environment where the welcome never fades.We are nestled in a cozy, quiet neighborhood in Northwest Houston, Texas. Our community has ~20,000 square feet of living space with a private...
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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.
Proveer at Northgate Memory Care is a community that serves seniors living with Alzheimer's or dementia and their families in the Houston area. We honor the lives of our residents by meeting their needs and offering a fulfilling lifestyle with the hope that we also become an informative resource...
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My mom was at The Cottages for 6 months before she passed away last July. We couldn’t have found a better place for her. She had advanced dementia that my father and I had been dealing with for about two...
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 Cottage of Spring Branch is licensed by the state of Texas in assisted living and certified in Alzheimer’s care and related dementia care. Our trained staff is geared specifically for the challenges that Alzheimer’s and related dementia present. We take pride in offering senior care that is...
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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.
Solea Copperfield is a new boutique, resort style, 55+ active adult apartment community. A new housing option for those that are ready to live a stress free, maintenance free lifestyle. Live easy, where friendships and laughter fill beautifully designed apartment homes and community spaces. Enjoy...
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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.
Lamie’s Care provide personalized long-term care service. Residents receive housing, meals and support. It is an ideal option for older adults in fair or better health who can manage daily life on their own, for the most part, but would benefit from help with essential activities like managing...
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I like the environment here and the overall care they provide is great. I haven’t had any issues since my Mother has moved in and it’s more like an independent living facility. For activities, they offer...
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.
Brookdale now offers a unique way to meet the needs of you and your family. Whether you're looking for the most active or the most intensive care lifestyles, when you come to our Solutions Center you'll be paired with ONE person who will listen to your specific needs, questions and wishes. Our...
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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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I don't understand these other reviews here because I have a totally different experience at the Pinemont Apartments. People here in the office are friendly and very helpful. In fact the first person I...
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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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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.
It is our pleasure to welcome you to THE BELLAIRE LODGES, the newest, most unique and innovative concept in Independent Senior Living, located on 1.72 acres in Spring, Texas.Our design will offer residents a smaller, more intimate setting, while retaining individual privacy and freedom from daily...
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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.
Located between I-45 and Tomball Parkway, Wood Glen Court is an assisted living community just west of Kuydendahl Road, Spring Texas. We are convenient to the best in local shopping, dinning and culture for the pleasure of you and your visiting friends and family. With ample parking for both...
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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.
We have taken a global centric approach and incorporated evidenced based Alzheimer's research into our built environment to make our community one of the most dementia friendly community in the industry. We chose to build a 16-bed facility for a reason. Research has shown that people with memory...
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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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in North Houston, TX
The average cost of senior living in North Houston is $4,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Ridge North, TX with an average of $3,867 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Houston, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Houston, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Houston vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Houston, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in North Houston
Recent reviews for independent living in North Houston
The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center
5.0
My dad loves the place and I have talked to the other residents there and they all love it, too. Some of the residents have been at other places and they said The Terraces is the best. Everyone is friendly and outgoing. The staff interacts with the residents and the food and activities are also ...
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The Heritage Tomball Senior Living
4.8
I would highly recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a clean and friendly place with good services. It is a good value for the money.
The food isn't individually as targeted as my loved one would like.
Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX
5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.
North Houston independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Houston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Houston, 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 North Houston 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 North Houston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
58.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in North Houston 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 North Houston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Houston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
58.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Houston 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 North Houston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Houston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
61%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
61%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.2%
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Watermere at Woodland Lakes, Watercrest at Katy and Paradise Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Houston, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 49 independent living facilities near North Houston, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Houston, Texas are Watermere at Woodland Lakes, Watercrest at Katy and Atria Westchase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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