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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Prairie, TX
If you’re looking for independent living in the North Prairie 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 Prairie. 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 16 independent living facilities in North Prairie, 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 Waco, Temple and Hewitt.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Waco, Temple and Hewitt.
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9.9
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45 reviews
The staff at Arbor House was great and assisted with the move in, as well as end of life transition. We highly recommend this place.
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.
Trustworthy, Creative, Knowledgeable, Positive, Enthusiastic, Energetic, Welcoming, Flexible, and Experienced are all attributes that the management team contribute to the culture at Arbor House Assisted Living and Memory Care. These ladies have provided stability and continuity of care with the...
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88 Floor plans available
9.5
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33 reviews
The facility/staff are amazing. They treat each resident like they are the only one that matters. They know everyone by name and get to know family too. My mom has a studio apartment and it is perfect for...
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 Delaney at Lake Waco is \managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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9.4
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15 reviews
I would highly recommend it to anyone who asks. We picked this community because we visited 3 facilities and it was clearly better. Accommodations and dining. Super friendly staff.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
They say everything is bigger in Texas. That's certainly true at Ascension Living Providence Village, where you'll have opportunities to make your retirement as big as you want. For those looking for an active lifestyle, we're conveniently located close to boating, fishing and hiking of Lake...
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9.3
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31 reviews
Lynridge has made some positive changes in administration. There's a positive energy in the upkeep of faculties. It's a great small community. The caregivers are supportive and go above and beyond. For 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.
Conveniently located in historic Waco, 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 on...
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8.0
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6 reviews
It was perfect for our needs. Mom is still independent. She doesn't need assisted living at this point. All the assisted living facilities that I looked at shared laundry facilities, didn't have a separate...
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.
Emerald Cottages of Waco provides an independent living community to those who are looking to make Waco, TX their home. This community offers residents the opportunity to live in a great area. Waco is a part of McLennan County and it provides both residents and guests with much to do and see....
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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.
Residency at Ridgewood is a boutique assisted living and memory care community located close to Lake Waco and both local hospitals and medical facilities. We are owned and operated by a life-long Wacoan and female entrepreneur with over 25 years of nursing experience caring for senior adults. We...
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8.0
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11 reviews
This is a great option for those with limited finances. The staff is friendly and helpful. My dad likes the fact that in lieu of breakfast, he’s not a morning person, they offer him two lunches. There is an...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
About Us:Since 1985, Ridgecrest has been committed to being Waco's finest option for retirement living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. We offer elegant residential living for all levels of Senior Care. Long known as Waco's premiere choice for retirement living, Ridgecrest can now...
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We have been really impressed with not only the day to day staff but the higher ups in management with just how friendly and helpful they have been. They have had to cut back on the activities but we do wish...
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.
Stoney Brook of Hewitt's comprehensive assisted living services are for those who choose or require assistance with their daily needs, but wish to remain as independent as possible. We provide a spectrum of services tailored for each resident, meaning greater choices and flexibility today and as...
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This community is a great place for rehabilitation services. The people were nice and the community was clean. The food was ok and I would recommend this community.
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.
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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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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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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Cost of independent living in North Prairie, TX
The average cost of senior living in North Prairie is $4,126 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Temple, TX with an average of $3,827 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Prairie, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Prairie, TX vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Prairie, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in North Prairie
Recent reviews for independent living in North Prairie
Stoney Brook of Hewitt
4.9
We were very fond of Stoney Brook right away, even though our loved one was not there for very long we were very impressed. They are a small enough community to where the residents will get more one on one care. Overall our loved one was pleased with the meals and dining, and we were pleased ...
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The Blake at Waco
5.0
Our experience at The Blake at Waco has been absolutely fabulous. They have done a wonderful job with my mother. The thing that sticks out most to me is the staff , they are just so caring. The room sizes are wonderful, my mother is in memory care and she has a very large room and bathroom. The ...
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Wildflower Place in Temple, TX
4.1
The staff are very friendly and attentive. Although it is not a "Memory Care" place per se, they handle my mother's needs with dementia pretty well most of the time. The caregivers' kindness is a real gift to my family.
There have been a lot of changes at Wildflower Place in the last few ...
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North Prairie independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Prairie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Prairie, 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 Prairie 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 Prairie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Prairie, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in North Prairie 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 Prairie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Prairie, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Prairie 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 Prairie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Prairie, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbor House of Waco, Garden Estates of Temple and Brookdale Lakeshore are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Prairie, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near North Prairie, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Prairie, Texas are Arbor House of Waco, Garden Estates of Temple and Lynridge of Waco. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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