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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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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.
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
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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: 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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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...
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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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
For over 60 years, Hilltop Haven has been a PROVEN AND TRUSTED NAME IN SKILLED NURSING AND RETIREMENT LIVING. Hilltop Haven and Howard Apartments are members of the Christian Care Centers family of senior living communities, currently serving more residents in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and...
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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.
Anthology of Highland Park, located steps away from Al Biernat's and the shops of Highland Park. This location is close to ample opportunities for shopping, dining, and exploration. The 11-story high-rise senior living community offers residents spacious private apartments and exceptional...
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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.
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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.
Villagio of McKinney assisted living community is nestled in McKinney, Collin County, Texas. The community's convenient location on Eldorado Parkway, just off of I-75, makes it easy for loved ones from both McKinney and Dallas to visit residents. Although not in a residential area, the community...
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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.
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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: 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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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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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.
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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I have been very happy at Autumn Hill. I receive excellent care. If you can't be at home this is the best. My husband lived with me here until he passed a few years ago. We were blessed to have such a nice...
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.
Autumn Hill Manor is located off Main Street in a picturesque residential neighborhood south of Weatherford's Historic Square.  We are near the medical district, the hospital and shopping.  Our goal is to provide a home-like setting where comfortable is the mood of the day.  Our...
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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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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: 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.
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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.
Lakeland Hills Senior Living provides individuals with an independent living community in Dallas, TX. This community is a great home for those who are looking to be a part of all that the city of Dallas has to offer. Dallas is a part of Dallas County and provides residents and guests with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...

Cost of independent living in Ponder, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ponder is $4,524 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Argyle, TX with an average of $3,981 per month.

Independent living costs in Ponder, TX, vs. nearby cities

Ponder, TX
$4,524/mo
$5,166/mo
$4,971/mo

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

Ponder, TX
$4,524/mo
$4,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Ponder, TX, vs. other senior living options

$5,570/mo
Independent Living
$4,524/mo

Independent living costs in Ponder, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,712/mo
Studio
$4,376/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,389/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,382/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,306/mo

Senior living costs in Ponder vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ponder, TX
Column state: Texas
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Community typePonder, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,524/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,245/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,570/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ponder, TX:$4,524/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ponder, TX:$5,245/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ponder, TX:$5,570/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Ponder

Recent reviews for independent living in Ponder

Morada Cedar Hill

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Morada Cedar Hill and everything about the experience has been great. The staff and care services are great. The cleanliness and friendliness are also great. It's a beautiful facility! I would recommend Morada Cedar Hill to others.

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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Ponder independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponder independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponder, 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 Ponder 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 Ponder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponder 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 Ponder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
60.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponder 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 Ponder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponder, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
76.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
47%
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