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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oak Ridge, TX

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 15 independent living facilities in Oak Ridge, 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 Riverway Estates/Bruton Terrace, Scyene and Lake June.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockwall, Mesquite and Royse City.

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Photo of Village Green Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Village Green has been a life saver for our family. Our mom has been there for a couple of months now. Since being there Her quality of life has greatly improved. The director [name removed], Is wonderful....
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 Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care
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The facility is kept very clean and the staff are awesome!! The activities that they have for the staff are amazing. They also have family get togethers each season that are wonderful!! My mom is in a one...
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 Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care, you will enjoy the carefree comforts of home with the help of a caring, supportive staff. An array of amenities is offered while promoting independence and well-being. Three chef-prepared meals are offered daily along with a self-serve cappuccino and...
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Photo of AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care of Heath
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We were impressed with Avila Care the second we walked in the door. Had a very homelike feel. Fresh cooked meals, attentive staff, very clean - just overall very friendly. My mom stayed there for 10 days for...
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.
GoodLife Senior Living and Memory Care, the answer is quite simple. We’ve built a company whose focus is on compassionate care for those who are ready to acquire all the rewards of being a senior citizen; relaxation and reflection. Our mission is to compassionately provide safe activities of...
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Staff is very friendly and helpful when it comes to our concerns about my aunt. I think they should revamp their menu for the residents and give more them variety. More attention to housekeeping in some...
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.
Three Forks Senior Living of Forney is an exceptional assisted living and memory care community in historic Forney, TX. Our community is a quick 30-minute drive east of Dallas in Kaufman County. At Three Forks, we honor each resident's aging process, celebrating life in a community of familiar...
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My mom loves it there. They are nice updated apartments with a quiet atmosphere. We also like that it feels safe here at the Preserve at Gateway.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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
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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 Hickory Square Retirement Ctr
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 Rosehaven
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.
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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.
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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.
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Photo of Lakewood 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.
Photo of Lakewood Assisted Living
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 Free State Crestwood Assisted Living
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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.
Free State CrestwoodLocated in beautiful East Texas, you’ll find Free State Crestwood Assisted Living, a Senior Care Centers assisted living facility. With a variety of attractive residential living options, it’s the perfect choice for those who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle, but...
Photo of Lakeshore Asssited Living and Memory Care
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.
Photo of Lakeshore Asssited Living and Memory Care
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.

Cost of independent living in Oak Ridge, TX

The average cost of senior living in Oak Ridge is $3,559 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Terrell, TX with an average of $3,324 per month.

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

Oak Ridge, TX
$3,559/mo
$3,656/mo

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

Oak Ridge, TX
$3,559/mo
$4,094/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,491/mo
Independent Living
$3,559/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,087/mo
Studio
$5,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,092/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,000/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Oak Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Oak Ridge

Brookdale Summer Ridge in Rockwall, TX

4.9
The care is top notch at Brookdale Summer Ridge. The team from the Executive Director and down are all kind, professional and attentive. I love how they all seem to get along like family. My loved one has been cared for like a member of their own family. The building smells nice and the ...
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Cambridge Court Senior Living in Mesquite, TX

5.0
I went with Cambridge Village because they had everything I needed. I have a full size kitchen and the size of the rooms in the cottage are great. I also have my own backyard and garage. The meals are chef prepared. They do bring the food to my cottage so I don't have to go to the dining hall. I ...
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Liberty Heights in Rockwall, TX

4.6
I chose Liberty Heights because of the neatness of the facility and the overall client awareness. Staff are overworked. I would recommend Liberty Heights to others looking for independent living.

Oak Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Ridge, TXNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Ridge, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Ridge, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
13.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
24%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
40%
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There are 15 independent living facilities near Oak Ridge, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Oak Ridge, Texas are The Waterford at Mesquite. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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