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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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Rockdale, TX

The average cost of senior living in Rockdale is $3,836 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Thrall, TX with an average of $3,539 per month.

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

Rockdale, TX
$3,836/mo
$3,827/mo
$4,185/mo

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

Rockdale, TX
$3,836/mo
$4,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,935/mo
Independent Living
$3,836/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,979/mo
Studio
$4,804/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,458/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,194/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,242/mo

Senior living costs in Rockdale vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Rockdale, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRockdale, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,836/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,807/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,935/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Rockdale, TX:$3,836/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Rockdale, TX:$4,807/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Rockdale, TX:$4,935/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Rockdale

Recent reviews for independent living in Rockdale

Crestview Retirement Community in Bryan, TX

4.5
This was one of the facilities I considered as an option for my loved one when I was searching for care. It is a very nice looking facility, and the staff all was very caring and professional. However, it is expensive, and was outside of the budget I was considering.

Sundara Senior Living in Round Rock, TX

5.0
My father joined the Sundara community a week ago. He is very happy there. He told my sister that they they treat him like royalty. It is a loving community where he gets the best care possible. The staff goes out of their way to ensure he has everything he needs to be well cared for both ...
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Juniper Village at Spicewood Summit in Austin, TX

4.0
The front office staff at Juniper Village at Spicewood Summit is friendly and calm The care staff nursing is great, but some of the day to day care staff do not perform up to expected standards with brief changes. For example: 2 different staff member occurrences within 7 months. Families have ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in various communities like Atria at the Arboretum, Atria at the Arboretum, and The Oaks. Residents enjoy socializing with one another and appreciate the warmth and kindness shown by both staff and fe ...
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Varied and enjoyable activities. Communities offer a range of activities designed to encourage socialization and keep residents engaged. Residents at The Conservatory at North Austin and Court at Round Rock participate in games, crafts, exercise classes, and outings to museums and shows. The diverse activities cater to diff ...
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Consistent and attentive communication. Families value clear and timely communication from staff to keep them informed about their loved one's care and well-being. At Morada Temple, The Clairmont Retirement Community, and The Oaks, families appreciate the ease of contacting staff members and the responsiveness they receive.
Beautifully maintained living spaces. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communal areas and apartments in various communities, such as Asher Point Independent Living of Round Rock, Asher Point Senior Living of Austin, and Provident Crossings Retirement Resort. Residents and families feel that the well-maintained livi ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Residents often comment on the high quality and deliciousness of the meals provided at places like The Conservatory at North Austin, Court at Round Rock, and The Oaks. Staff members are accommodating of dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring that all residents can enjoy their dinin ...
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Secure and peaceful environment. Families and residents appreciate the sense of safety and security in communities like Provident Crossings Retirement Resort, Atria at the Arboretum, and Asher Point Senior Living of Austin. The quiet, peaceful atmosphere allows residents to relax and enjoy their daily lives with peace of ...
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Rockdale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rockdale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rockdale, 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 Rockdale 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 Rockdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rockdale, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Rockdale 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 Rockdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rockdale, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rockdale 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 Rockdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rockdale, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.3%
47%
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Broadmoor Court, Watercrest at Bryan and The Isle at Cedar Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rockdale, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 102 independent living facilities near Rockdale, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rockdale, Texas are The Isle at Cedar Ridge, Watercrest at Bryan and Isle at Watercrest Bryan. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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