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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Thelma, TX

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 47 independent living facilities in Thelma, 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 Crownhill Park, Greater Harmony Hills and Shearer Hills/Ridgeview.
You may also consider nearby communities such as San Antonio, Castroville and Pleasanton.

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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: 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.
Blue Skies of Texas II is an assisted living community located in historically magnificent San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas. San Antonio is home to the splendid River Walk which is full of lovely dining and shopping with gorgeous views walking along the San Antonio River. San Antonio is full of...
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Everyone there they look you in the eyes. The staff is friendly. They make you feel like you belong. And it is very clean
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.
Morningside Ministries at The Meadows is Morningside's flagship campus and one of San Antonio's original retirement communities. Located on 22 beautifully-landscaped acres on San Antonio's northwest side, and just three miles from the South Texas Medical Center, Morningside Meadows offers senior...
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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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We have had our fair share of issues here, however if family is not actively involved in the care of their loved ones then it doesn't matter where you take them because all Nursing Homes are...
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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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.
Starlight Homes at Bryn Mawr is our new 16 bed Type B assisted living home located in the Alamo Heights area. We specialize in providing care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia like illnesses. Our smaller, homelike design and appearance provides a very intimate and personal...
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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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So far so good. It's clean, and the staff has been friendly. It was a little more expensive than some of the other places, but we have a bigger room, and it's got more conveniences for my loved one, so I...
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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.
Argent Court, an assisted living community, is a new retirement alternative for seniors combining independent living with personal care in a warm, dignified community setting.Our residents appreciate the pleasant, home-like environment where personal services are provided in the privacy of their...
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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: 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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This is a great community. They have the great staff and the services are excellent. We like the community for being clean and a great environment, They have a chef that is outstanding on his meals that are...
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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.
Originally built in 1981, Timberhill Villa was designed after the traditional Mediterranean villas. The saltillo tile entry and dark woods in the reception area are reminiscent of the heritage/history of early Texas. A unique blend of antiques, paintings, folk art, quilts and whimsical treasures...
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Cost of independent living in Thelma, TX

The average cost of senior living in Thelma is $3,517 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Castroville, TX with an average of $3,528 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thelma, TX vs. nearby cities

Thelma, TX
$3,517/mo
$3,566/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thelma, TX vs. the state and national average

Thelma, TX
$3,517/mo
$4,205/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thelma vs. other types of senior living

$4,060/mo
Independent Living
$3,517/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Thelma, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$3,787/mo
Studio
$4,047/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,436/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,445/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Thelma

Recent reviews for independent living in Thelma

The William in San Antonio, TX

4.5
[Name removed] was a sales manager that helped us initially. She was wonderful with the move-in process and even helped us find some movers to help move my dad's furniture. The nurses and housekeeping people that I met were very nice as well as the staff in the dining room. I liked how the ...
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Timberhill Villa Retirement in San Antonio, TX

4.7
My Mom, [Removed], has been here for 6 months and I am very pleased with the Timberhills community for her. It is a warm and peaceful community of caring people. She will have to transition to assisted living sometime soon, but for now it is a wonderful place for her.

New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Floresville

5.0
The staff at New Haven in Floresville, TX has been wonderful to work with. They provided loving care for my grandparents. I can’t thank them enough.

Thelma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thelma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thelma, 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 Thelma 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 Thelma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Thelma 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 Thelma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thelma 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 Thelma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thelma, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Waterford at Westover Hills, The Waterford at Thousand Oaks and Patriot Heights are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thelma, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 47 independent living facilities near Thelma, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Thelma, Texas are The Waterford at Thousand Oaks, Villa de San Antonio and Carol Ann's Home - Wayward. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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