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Photo of Brookdale San Marcos South
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33 Floor plans available
9.1
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Dad loves Brookdale and tells me he wishes that he would have found it sooner. There is so much more to offer than the previous facility he lived at. The cafeteria has better food, there are more planned...
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.
A Little More Care, A Lot More LifeExperience what independence redefined looks like here at our assisted living community in San Marcos, Texas. Nestled in the heart of hill country, your new residence could overlook an enclosed courtyard brimming with fragrant flowers, a stunning water fountain,...
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1111 Photos available
9.0
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I love the single story structure, and I use the R.T. on site facility. Maintenance requests are answered promptly. I am very Happy here.
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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Photo of Sodalis Victoria Assisted Living
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8.7
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51 reviews
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The staff is great. My dad feels very comfortable with them. His only complaint is that he only likes the food that the head cook makes (but he has always critiqued the cooking of family members too). I...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo as well as...
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Photo of The Philomena
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8.3
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17 reviews
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Most of the employees are friendly and professional. The ED was extremely friendly before we signed with Philomena. Afterwards, it seemed as though we didn’t exist. Any issues we have had were corrected.
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.
Introducing, The Philomena Assisted Living and Memory Care, where gracious living and classic comfort join together to offer our residents the finest in accommodations and senior living care. We invite you to enjoy casual, easy living with a distinctive touch and flair. With concierge-style...
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Photo of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Kyle
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11 Floor plan available
8.0
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38 reviews
8.0
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I can’t say enough about New Haven in Kyle Texas. My sister has been a resident there for several months. The facility has been very clean every time I have visited. The staff is patient and caring with...
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.
At New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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8.0
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It doesn't offer meals and dining. It's a little expensive but I feel safe and like it a lot. I picked this community because of the atmosphere, friendly people, amenities, animal friendly, and you can't...
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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8.0
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It doesn't offer meals and dining. It's a little expensive but I feel safe and like it a lot. I picked this community because of the atmosphere, friendly people, amenities, animal friendly, and you can't...
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.
Photo of Morada Victoria East
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8.0
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10 reviews
8.0
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It was the only community I visited. I was impressed with the management and amenities offered by the community. I felt the apartment and set up of the community was a good match for my cousin. When I took...
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.
The only active independent living retirement community for seniors in Victoria, Texas, Morada Victoria East is an independent retirement community of 70 private patio homes tucked away in a peaceful wooded neighborhood, convenient to all of Victoria's amenities. The city of Victoria is located...
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8.0
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Overall Experience has been great. Loved the staff. The quality of care was wonderful. They always had activities going and encouraged mom all the way till the end of her life. The Memory Care unit in...
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.
Morada Victoria is a senior living care community in Victoria, Texas. We offer three levels of care including active independent living, assisted living and SHINE® memory care in a residential community. Our prime location near Victoria Mall gives us easy access to all the amenities of our...
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Photo of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Bastrop
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11 Floor plan available
7.9
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35 reviews
7.9
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35 reviews
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There are a couple of CNA that have taken great care of dad. A new administrator was hired in October and everything changed. The current administer is does not really care about clients. She is...
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.
At New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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Photo of Bois d'Arc Assisted Living
88 Photos available
3.0
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4 reviews
3.0
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4 reviews
5 star
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There was no stress, it was a pleasure to be there and deal with them. They had all kinds of things to do with the seniors, they would take them to do things. The owners knew exactly how to handle, and what...
Provides: Assisted 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.
1017 Bois D'Arc is three years old and is the newest residence of Assisted Residential Retirement, located in Lockhart,Texas. This 'Arts and Crafts' home, has been completely remodeled for a maximum capacity of 16 people. Our intimate group of familiar caregivers and residents quickly develop...
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Photo of Argent Court Seguin
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So far, things are going pretty well here. The staff is nice and friendly and they seem to care. The facility is nice and well kept as far as I can see. We haven't had any major issues with Argent Court so...
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.
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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8.9
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8.9
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Three years ago I placed both of my parents in assisted living at Sage Springs. My mom was admitted into the memory care unit, where she received very good care from all the staff. They were very patient and...
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.
Photo of Todays Assisted Living
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: 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.
Photo of College Place Inc.
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: 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.
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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: 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.
Photo of Smiley Community Residence
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.
Photo of ALZCare of Dewitt County
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of ALZCare of Dewitt County
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: 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.
48 spacious living accommodations make up the Golden Age Assisted Living facility. Golden Age Home Assisted living is the perfect arrangement for those who may no longer be able to live safely at home but need only a little assistance to live life to the fullest.In the late 1950s it became...
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.

Cost of independent living in Nickel, TX

The average cost of senior living in Nickel is $3,607 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schulenburg, TX with an average of $2,691 per month.

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

Nickel, TX
$3,607/mo
$3,437/mo
$3,682/mo

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

Nickel, TX
$3,607/mo
$4,094/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$3,987/mo
Independent Living
$3,607/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,663/mo
Studio
$4,366/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,073/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,104/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Nickel

Recent reviews for independent living in Nickel

Sage Spring Senior Living in San Marcos, TX

4.1
We went with them because the layout of building, it's one story-which we liked better, the staff we were introduced to (but I think they are a bit understaffed, honestly), the location ( easy to get to without having to sit in I35 traffic) and the facility grounds (they aren't surrounded by ...
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New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Kyle

4.0
I would recommend you checking out the community to see if it would be the right fit for your loved one. This is a nice and clean community. The community didn't have enough qualified staff to provide individualized care for my loved one. There is no nurse on staff in the building each day, ...
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Argent Court Seguin

5.0
I am really pleased with Argent Court. I do not have any problems or complaints with the staff or the facility here. So far, so good.

Nickel independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nickel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nickel, 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 Nickel 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 Nickel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nickel, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nickel 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 Nickel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nickel, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nickel 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 Nickel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nickel, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.6%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
40%
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