10 Best Independent Living Communities in Stranger, TX

Cost of independent living in Stranger, TX

The average cost of senior living in Stranger is $3,106 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marlin, TX with an average of $2,815 per month.

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

Marlin, TX

$2,815/mo

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

Texas state

$3,106/mo

U.S. national average

$3,509/mo

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

Semi-Private

$2,706/mo

Studio

$2,687/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,257/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,316/mo

Senior living costs in Stranger 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: Stranger, TX

Column state: Texas

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Stranger, TX	Texas	U.S.
Independent Living	$unavailable/mo	$3,106/mo	$3,509/mo
Assisted Living	unavailable	$4,585/mo	$5,793/mo
Memory Care	unavailable	$6,227/mo	$6,969/mo

Independent Living

Stranger, TX:$unavailable/mo

Texas:$3,106/mo

U.S.:$3,509/mo

Assisted Living

Stranger, TX:unavailable

Texas:$4,585/mo

U.S.:$5,793/mo

Memory Care

Stranger, TX:unavailable

Texas:$6,227/mo

U.S.:$6,969/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Stranger

Recent reviews for independent living in Stranger

Ascension Living Providence Village in Waco, TX

4.4

Our loved one does complain about the food, it does get a little repetitive. They do have an alternative menu so if you do not like what they are serving that day you can pick something off that menu. The activities are pretty much limited, which were hoping they come back since our loved ones ...

Emerald Cottages of Waco

4.7

We chose Emerald Cottages of Waco because it was the only one we found that fit all of our desires. Facilities like that are limited around here. The apartment sizes here are great, we are in a 2 bedroom. I would want others to know that the location and access to this facility are excellent. I ...

Stoney Brook of Belton

5.0

They offer a lot of activities but my dad doesn't really participate (his choice). My mom died a year ago and they really did a good job looking after my dad a little extra right after it. He seems really content there- initially he was just biding his time till he could go home when they first ...

Stranger independent living services and amenities

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

Stranger, TXNational

Nutritionist / dietician

23.1%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

53.8%

34%

No sugar

46.2%

31.4%

Vegetarian

46.2%

33.4%

Pureed meals

30.8%

7.8%

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

Stranger, TXNational

Professional chef

46.2%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

53.8%

43.4%

Room service

57.7%

36.8%

Anytime dining

15.4%

17.2%

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

Stranger, TXNational

Activity director

65.4%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

38.5%

28.3%

Community service programs

34.6%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

65.4%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

73.1%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

65.4%

54.9%

Piano or organ

61.5%

43%

Arts and crafts center

46.2%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

50%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

57.7%

47.4%

Live performances

65.4%

47.2%

Dances

61.5%

32.4%

Fitness center

42.3%

39.7%

Fitness classes

65.4%

46.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Wildflower Place, Brookdale Lake Brazos and Stoney Brook of Hewitt are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stranger, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 26 independent living facilities near Stranger, Texas. See the full list.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Stranger, TX

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Cost of independent living in Stranger, TX

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

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Senior living costs in Stranger vs. state and national costs

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Ascension Living Providence Village in Waco, TX

Emerald Cottages of Waco

Stoney Brook of Belton

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