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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Santa Cruz, TX
If you’re looking for independent living in the Santa Cruz area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Santa Cruz. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 9 independent living facilities in Santa Cruz, 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 Rio Grande City, Penitas and Chihuahua.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Rio Grande City, Penitas and Chihuahua.
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For cleanliness - there was broken glass in the corner of his room from when he knocked over his lamp and it broke. It was only by the bed that was vacuumed up. For meals, I had to finally ask for dad, to be...
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 Gardens at Brook Ridge Brand New, State-of-the-Art Assisted Living & Memory Care Community The Gardens at Brook Ridge is a warm, welcoming assisted living home that fosters a sense of community for the residents. The overall design balances the operational needs of...
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She LOVES it at Brook Ridge!! It is more expensive than her previous facility, but she is so happy here. She also likes the food much better than her last place. She also loves the bus driver that takes...
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.
Brook Ridge is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community located in the beautiful Rio Grande Valley, conveniently located minutes from shops, restaurants, hospitals and the McAllen Airport. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life,...
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We were on a little bit of a time crunch but we found the garden area and outdoor area with Waterford Gardens to be a big plus for us. The rooms are a little on the smaller side and we have to wear a mask,...
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.
Waterford Gardens On Griffin ParkwayLocated in beautiful Mission, Texas, Waterford Gardens On Griffin Parkway is an assisted living community with ample green space and walking paths. Our property is situated in a quiet residential area within just minutes of a variety of activities including...
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He is really happy there. The only thing would be to have a little more help in the wing. A little more staff would nice. I feel really good about leaving him there, he likes it lot. He likes the food.
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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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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Great place to live in. Wonderful personalized care of the residents, amazing staff, beautiful grounds and delicious food. ...and a very kind relation with resident’s family.
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.
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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Santa Cruz, TX
The average cost of senior living in Santa Cruz is $3,074 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Chaparral, TX with an average of $3,074 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Cruz, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Santa Cruz, TX vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Santa Cruz, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Santa Cruz
Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Cruz
The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Pharr, TX
5.0
All 5's. The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care was a blessing, kindness and understand staff relieved a lot of my worries and stress. My mother passed away on [date removed] , which was her 94 Birthday. I am grateful to all at The Gardens who helped me through this last ...
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The Bridges At Edinburg
5.0
I just can't say enough good things about Bridges. They have taken good care of my mom and they are on top of things. She had a fall before coming here and since coming here has been improving. They are located conveniently for our family and they are really just a great community from top to ...
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Brook Ridge Retirement Community in Pharr, TX
5.0
We are very pleased with Brook Ridge. My Mom just loves it. She called it her forever home.
I think the way they make all the residents feel welcome and seem to take personal interest in knowing them is a positive. When I visit, I am well treated and in a professional way. The residents seem ...
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Santa Cruz independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Cruz independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Cruz, TXNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Cruz, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Cruz, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
38.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
31.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, Brook Ridge Retirement Community and Waterford Gardens on Griffin Parkway are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Cruz, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Santa Cruz, Texas. See the full list.
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