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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dayton, TX

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1414 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.8
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At Watercrest at Kingwood, I enjoy a perfect balance of luxury and independence. My residence, adorned with high-end amenities, offers a lifestyle that feels like an indulgence while providing me with the...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Watercrest vision sets our communities apart from the standard, one-size-fits-all retirement lifestyle. Watercrest believes that a traditional, uniform retirement no longer meets the needs of an ever-changing senior population. In this day and age, retirees rightfully want the choice and...
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Photo of Novellus Kingwood Assisted Living and Memory CareCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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97 reviews
9.7
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97 reviews
5 star
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I am so glad our family picked Novellus, the staff is very friendly (everybody speak with a smile). The staff has been amazing, patient, and caring. My mom LOVES the activities. The best benefit is the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled among trees in a secluded setting, you'll find comfort and relaxation at Atria Kingwood. Our beautiful community features a well-stocked library, lighted gazebo and outdoor gardening area. Just 15 miles north of Houston, Atria Kingwood received a 2007 Platinum Award from the National...
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1717 Photos available
9.3
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7 reviews
9.3
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7 reviews
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My mother likes living there. The food is good and the staff is very supportive. The most important thing is the staff goes out of their way to care for their residents. My mother confirms that and I see...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Lodge at Pine Creek community is on a beautiful 17-acre setting in Baytown, Texas. A perfect blend of living options is available to fit your lifestyle-whether it be independent living, assisted living, or memory care. Our one-of-a-kind master-planned retirement community is secure and gated...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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94 reviews
9.4
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94 reviews
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My husband says he loves the place and is pleased with the care and home for his grandmother. They have good communication. Very clean and seems to have great security/safety protocols. We would recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Discover convenient services and compassionate care at The Waterford at Baytown in Baytown, TX, a charming and close-knit city located on Texas' scenic Gulf Coast. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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139 reviews
9.5
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139 reviews
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64%
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3 star
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I felt Rosemont was better than some of the others we looked at but not quite as nice as one which I felt had several amenities that my parents didn't need. They have very nice people and some that just...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Strike a winning combination of comfort and convenience at Rosemont. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Humble, Texas offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. Enjoy the freedom of Assisted Living — freedom from the...
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9.0
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15 reviews
9.0
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15 reviews
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5 for all of it, it is a wonderful place. They are focused on excellence in all things. They have so many available activities. Honestly it is like living on a cruise ship! This year we had surgery and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome Home To Fountainwood at Lake Houston!The Vibrant Senior Living Campus You’ve Been Waiting For -Fountainwood at Lake Houston offers a unique lifestyle that encourages our residents to maintain their independence with the comfort of knowing a team of caring associates is always available to...
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8.8
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56 reviews
8.8
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What I like the most about this community is the staffing, the activities, and the meals that are prepared. Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend The Terraces to other families.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center provides the highest quality of independent living in the Kingwood, Texas area. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and attention tailored to where they are and what they need most. At the Terraces at Kingwood Town Center, both residents and...
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8.0
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I checked out all places recommended for my mom. I’m so glad I picked this place. It’s small apartments, and perfect for mom. The staff are excellent! The staff are kind, gentle, and attentive to my mom!...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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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6.5
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6.5
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This is such an amazing place for your loved ones. They truly do care about its residents. My patient was so happy here and misses it. They really do make you feel loved and like family here. Great staff.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Watercrest at Kingwood Garden Village
1616 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At last, a community that understands what you are looking for…..a place to call home.Shady Creek is a premier community offering a warm comfortable convenient address. Be swept away by both convenience and tranquility beginning with our shuttle to Baytown shopping, dining, medical and...

Cost of independent living in Dayton, TX

The average cost of senior living in Dayton is $3,100 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ames, TX with an average of $2,583 per month.

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

Dayton, TX
$3,100/mo
$3,300/mo
$3,249/mo

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

Dayton, TX
$3,100/mo
$4,094/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,031/mo
Independent Living
$3,100/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,583/mo
Studio
$4,212/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,725/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,068/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Dayton

Recent reviews for independent living in Dayton

The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center

4.9
We haven't had a negative experience. The hurricane is a natural disaster that is always going to be challenging. They evacuated my dad and he is safe. Yes we would recommend this community to other families. I know there is a lot of negative right now but we don't feel that way. Even my almost ...
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Reunion Court of Kingwood

5.0
My brother is a resident at Reunion Court of Kingwood and the overall experience has been mostly good. The food service is not as good, but my brother is able to prepare meals for himself in his apartment.

Watercrest at Kingwood

5.0
At Watercrest at Kingwood, I'm immersed in an environment where elegance touches every moment. From the finely appointed residences to the luxurious amenities, every aspect of living here makes me feel like I'm in a five-star resort.

Dayton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dayton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dayton, 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 Dayton 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 Dayton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dayton, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.8%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dayton 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 Dayton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dayton, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dayton 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 Dayton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dayton, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
40%
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Watercrest at Kingwood, Cypress Woods and Novellus Kingwood Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dayton, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 21 independent living facilities near Dayton, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Dayton, Texas are Watercrest at Kingwood, Novellus Kingwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and Rosemont. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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