10 Best Independent Living Communities in Stafford, TX

Q: What are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stafford, Texas?

The Landing at Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch , The Auberge at Sugar Land and Oak Park Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stafford, Texas. See full list of communities.

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 59 independent living facilities in Stafford, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Cost of independent living in Stafford, TX

The average cost of senior living in Stafford is $3,296 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pearland, TX with an average of $2,781 per month.

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

Stafford, TX

$3,296/mo

Texas state

$3,111/mo

U.S. national average

$3,532/mo

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

Assisted Living

$4,803/mo

Memory Care

$6,320/mo

Independent Living

$3,296/mo

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

Semi-Private

$2,672/mo

Studio

$2,838/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,375/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,564/mo

Senior living costs in Stafford vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column destination: Stafford, TX

Column state: Texas

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Stafford, TX	Texas	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,296/mo	$3,111/mo	$3,532/mo
Assisted Living	$4,803/mo	$4,577/mo	$5,909/mo
Memory Care	$6,320/mo	$6,322/mo	$7,121/mo

Independent Living

Stafford, TX:$3,296/mo

Texas:$3,111/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Assisted Living

Stafford, TX:$4,803/mo

Texas:$4,577/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Memory Care

Stafford, TX:$6,320/mo

Texas:$6,322/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Stafford

Recent reviews for independent living in Stafford

The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX

4.7

We are still getting settled and sorting out our belongings since we brought more than we need, so we haven't participated in many activities yet. We are pleased with our choice a nd so are the people we have met, many of whom have been here since they opened. It is working very well for us.

Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land

5.0

5 on all of the above categories, it has been an excellent experience at Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land. The facility is very clean and the staff is very Godly, which meant a lot to our family. I absolutely recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living.

The Cottage of Spring Branch in Houston, TX

5.0

This is a unique community with a special mission. The operation is designed to accommodate the needs of residents with different levels of cognitive impairments. Rather than blending them all together, they separate them by acuity and provide them with activities to offer the highest quality of ...

Stafford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stafford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stafford, 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 Stafford 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 Stafford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Stafford, TXNational

Nutritionist / dietician

17.2%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

40%

30.5%

No sugar

34.4%

27.4%

Vegetarian

36.4%

29.8%

Pureed meals

13.5%

9.9%

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Availability of select dining options in Stafford 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 Stafford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Stafford, TXNational

Professional chef

44.4%

32.2%

Restaurant style dining

52.2%

38.3%

Room service

45.8%

32.7%

Anytime dining

20.6%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Stafford 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 Stafford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Stafford, TXNational

Activity director

53.1%

39.8%

Pet-focused programs

34.4%

25.1%

Community service programs

44.3%

29.2%

Devotional activities on-site

48.4%

41.6%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

57.5%

43.3%

Outings / off-site activities

57.5%

47.4%

Piano or organ

48.9%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

50.1%

34.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

51.6%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

55.3%

41.6%

Live performances

56%

41.3%

Dances

46.4%

29.4%

Fitness center

47.6%

35.2%

Fitness classes

54.6%

40.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Landing at Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch, The Auberge at Sugar Land and Oak Park Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stafford, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Stafford, Texas. See the full list.

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The best independent living facilities near you in Stafford, Texas are The Auberge at Sugar Land, Oak Park Retirement Resort and The Abbey at Westminster Plaza. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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