Senior Living Apartments in Lubbock, TX

When it comes to paying for a senior apartment complex, seniors typically cover the cost out of their own pockets on a monthly basis. However, certain benefits can potentially alleviate the financial burden, whether directly or indirectly. In the following section, we will explore how VA benefits, Medicaid, Medicare, and public assistance programs can potentially assist in creating more room in the budget to afford the rent.

Senior apartment complexes in Texas do not have specific licensing requirements as they do not offer any form of care. Nevertheless, they are subject to federal and state regulations that safeguard the rights and welfare of residents who live in rental properties. These laws ensure the protection of individuals living in senior apartment complexes, maintaining a certain standard of safety and security.

Some of the important laws that apply include:

• The Fair Housing Act, which protects renters against discrimination based on race, religion, sex, disability, nationality, or family status.
• The Housing for Older Persons exemption is part of the Fair Housing Act, and it provides provisions for senior housing to make sure that those who are 55 and older have access to at least 80% of the units in senior apartments.
• The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) ensures that senior apartments provide adequate accessibility and makes discrimination against anyone with disabilities illegal.

Texas provides a Texas Landlord/Tenant Law Guide that goes into detail about your rights and responsibilities as a renter.

Texas Department of Health contact information

Texas Department of Health and Human Services
North Austin Complex
4601 W. Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78751
Phone: 512-424-6500

COVID-19 regulations for Lubbock senior apartments communities

The city of Lubbock does not have any COVID-19 prevention requirements that senior apartment complexes must follow. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer guidelines for preventing COVID-19.

Many of the senior apartment complexes go above and beyond in offering security, extras, and things to make you feel right at home. Keep in mind that senior apartments in Lubbock do have minimum age requirements, and while some are 55+, others require you to be at least 62 years old.

Amenities that go beyond your apartment

Most senior apartment complexes in Lubbock have plenty to enjoy outside of your own apartment. Some feature clubhouses with cozy fireplaces where you can hang out with friends or entertain visitors in fully equipped kitchens. You can enjoy outdoor swimming pools, hot tubs, card and craft rooms, theater rooms, and on-site beauty salons at some of Lubbock’s senior apartments.

Safe and easy living

You won’t have to worry about taking care of a yard, but you can still enjoy beautifully landscaped courtyards and picnic areas at most senior apartments in Lubbock. With 24-hour emergency maintenance service in many complexes, you’re covered if anything goes wrong. You can also have peace of mind at senior apartments in Lubbock that offer gated communities and controlled access.

Sizes to fit all needs

There are plenty of floor plans to fit everyone’s needs in Lubbock. You can choose from senior apartment complexes that offer a studio-style apartment, one or two bedrooms, or even one or two bathrooms.

Health care for seniors in Lubbock

As the 11th largest city in the state of Texas, Lubbock holds its own when it comes to great health care. In addition to some award-winning medical centers, Lubbock also has a VA clinic to help care for its veteran population.

Transportation for seniors in Lubbock

Most people need a car to get around Lubbock, according to Walk Score, which rates cities on a scale of 1 to 100 for ease of getting around on foot, by bike, or via public transportation. Lubbock is not considered walker-friendly and has minimal bike infrastructure. The public transportation score is only 21, which means that’s relatively limited, too.^[05]

However, there is public transportation available in Lubbock: It’s called Citibus. The bus runs nine fixed routes, and it also operates a demand response service and paratransit. However, none of these services run on Sundays. For detailed information about all services, Citibus provides this Guide to Ride.

GoGoGrandparent is an available service that helps seniors get on-demand rides. There is a monthly membership fee.

Senior activities in Lubbock

As the home of Texas Tech University, Lubbock is so much more than a college town. There are plenty of things for seniors to enjoy as well.

Arts, music, and more music

It all starts at The Buddy Holly Center. The rock-and-roll legend was born in Lubbock, and the city honors him with exhibits and special programs, such as the Summer Showcase Concert Series. You can also catch a wide variety of plays and concerts at The Buddy Holly Hall. Lubbock claims to have more music venues per capita than any other city in Texas. You can catch live music at the Cactus Theater, The Blue Light, Charley B’s, The Garden, Jake’s Sports Cafe and Backroom, and more!

On the first Friday of each month, head to the Lubbock Cultural District for the First Friday Art Trail. This free event is a self-guided experience where you can experience public art, live music, and fun. You can even hop on one of the five free First Friday trolleys to get around a little easier.

Entertainment and education

If you want to have some fun and learn something new, check out one of Lubbock’s many museums. The National Ranching Heritage Center highlights Texas’ ranching roots and offers special events like the Summer Stampede. If you’ve ever wondered about windmills, the American Windmill Museum is for you! Lubbock’s Silent Wings Museum takes visitors back to World War II and commemorates the military glider program and its pilots.

The Lubbock Lake Landmark, a Texas Tech University museum, features an archeology museum and a 336-acre natural preserve. It’s free, and the Robert A. Nash Interpretive Center is fully accessible, as are portions of the nature preserve’s trails. To dive into the details of West Texas’ agriculture history, check out the exhibits and special events at the FiberMAx Center for Discovery. Explore the Science Spectrum Museum and OMNI Theater, where you can enjoy more than 250 hands-on exhibits and Lubbock’s only public aquarium.

Play outside

Lubbock offers plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. You can start by casting a line or renting a boat at Lake Alan Henry or the Sam Wahl Recreation Area. If you like sports, you can tee off at Meadowbrook Canyon Creek or one of several other private and public golf courses in Lubbock. If you’d rather watch sports, root for the hometown Texas Tech Red Raiders!

Take in a movie under the stars at the Stars and Stripes Drive-In. It rates as one of the best drive-in theaters in the nation, according to the Travel Channel. While you’re there, grab a famous Ay Chihuahua sandwich from the 50s-style diner.

Senior-specific hangouts

If you want a place to find community, Lubbock’s senior centers have it! You can take classes in art or cooking, enjoy special events, or join an exercise group. An activity guide is published three times a year (in January, May, and September), outlining all the events and activities taking place at each senior center in Lubbock.

• Lubbock Adult Activity Center
• Copper Rawlings Community and Adult Activity Center
• Maggie Trejo Supercenter
• Mae Simmons Community and Adult Activity Centers