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7 Best Independent Living Communities in West Columbia, TX

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Photo of Carriage Inn at Lake Jackson
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55 Floor plans available
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Residents were very friendly and helpful, staff were caring and responsive. Facility was clean and they had lots of activities if you wanted to participate, the ice cream shop and free popcorn.
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.
Embark on the best years of your life at Carriage Inn. Enjoy active senior living at its finest and discover our LOVE, FUN and WOW! Our convenient location is within easy reach of nearby Clute, Angleton, Brazoria and West Columbia. Imagine a cruise ship on land, where you can live worry free and...
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My dad is happy in Sodalis Lake Jackson. He has his routine in place and everyone is happy to see him & us when we visit. They also have awesome monthly family get togethers. Highly recommend this...
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.
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. If you’re...
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My mom lives at the Fountains and we love having her here. The employees work so hard to make sure everything and every need is taken care of. I'm thankful I have a place I can trust the care of my mom to....
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.
The Fountains Assisted Living is a community is Sweeny, Texas. We are located in a safe, secure location on the same campus as Sweeny Community Hospital, Sweeny EMS, Senior Counseling Services and a medical office building. This provides us a quick access to an emergency room and ancillary...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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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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Cost of independent living in West Columbia, TX

The average cost of senior living in West Columbia is $3,896 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brazoria, TX with an average of $3,745 per month.

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

West Columbia, TX
$3,896/mo
$4,253/mo
$3,745/mo

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

West Columbia, TX
$3,896/mo
$4,094/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,971/mo
Independent Living
$3,896/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,900/mo
Studio
$4,106/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,854/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,490/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in West Columbia

Recent reviews for independent living in West Columbia

Carriage Inn at Lake Jackson

4.9
Our experience at Carriage Inn, a part of Independent living, has been positive. The staff members are friendly ad helpful. The food is good. There are many activities planned and you can choose to participate or not.

Sodalis Lake Jackson

4.3
I would say that my dad seems to really enjoy it and is comfortable. I liked the location and the cleanliness over other places.

The Fountains in Sweeny, TX

5.0
Everyone is very nice, helpful, caring, and nice. I have a nice helpful time here. The activities and attentions are very good. No complaints.

West Columbia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Columbia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Columbia, 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 West Columbia 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 West Columbia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Columbia, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Columbia 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 West Columbia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Columbia, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Columbia 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 West Columbia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Columbia, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
40%
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Carriage Inn at Lake Jackson, Sodalis Lake Jackson and The Fountains are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Columbia, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near West Columbia, Texas. See the full list.

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