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Photo of Fountainwood at Lake Houston
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Friendliness 5 but a 4 for staff. They were either experiencing turnover or had high volume of new customers, so they weren't always as responsive as I'd expect. Admin staff 4 (buy restaurant and support...
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.
Welcome Home To Fountainwood at Lake Houston!The Vibrant Senior Living Campus You’ve Been Waiting For -Fountainwood at Lake Houston offers a unique lifestyle that encourages our residents to maintain their independence with the comfort of knowing a team of caring associates is always available to...
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Food is good , they definitely need more workers 2 staff at a shift in my opinion is not enough for memory care, but they are good at what they do. Overall nice people and good place.
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 The Reserve at Pearland
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If there was a higher rating than 5 I would have rated it that!!!!! We are so thankful that they loved my Dad!!! The staff was very personable with all of the family that visited and with my dad.
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.
The Reserve at Pearland offers a special combination of daily living, personalized supportive services, and interactive activities. We focus on wellness and keeping our residents as independent as long as possible with a tailored plan of assistance to meet their needs.Our residents call The...
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This is more of a Thank You to Heartis Clear Lake for their continued dedication to their residents. My Aunt has been a resident in their AL for a little over 4 years. She has been treated with utmost...
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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My mom has been a resident in Independent Living for 4 years and has been very happy there. When she needed a hip replacement, she went into St. Dominic's skilled nursing and rehab facility on the same...
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.
St. Dominic Village is a faith-based community whose mission is to care for our elders with the compassion of Christ. This is accomplished by providing the highest level of care for our residents, no matter the complexity of their spiritual, physical or economic needs.As a member of the Texas...
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My grandmother-in-law was only at Cottage Grove Living for about a month, but during that time. We found the community to be a wonderful place, and she was very happy there. The staff and the owners were...
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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I have lived at Holly Hall for five years, in Independent Living. It is a friendly, caring community, and I highly recommend it.
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.
Founded in 1949, Holly Hall Retirement Community is a Christian, non-profit, Retirement Community concerned for the physical, psychological, social and spiritual well-being of each of its residents. Holly Hall, a full service retirement community, offers living accommodations ranging from...
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My mom was in the lock down area and the nurses and staff were very helpful in answering questions and generally looking out for the well being of my mom.
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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This is such an amazing place for your loved ones. They truly do care about its residents. My patient was so happy here and misses it. They really do make you feel loved and like family here. Great staff.
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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99 Floor plans available
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My loved one was in Pelican Bay the entire time, and we were very pleased with it, so thank you for pointing us in that direction. They did change hands, and toward the end there was a lot of turnover of...
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.
Pelican Bay Assisted Living Community and Memory Care is a locally owned business. The owner has over 35 years experience in senior care in the South East Texas area. Pelican Bay opened in December of 2012. We are conveniently located on Beaumont's west end 3 miles north of Interstate 10 and one...
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Photo of Somerset Retirement Village
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Lake Haven Apartment Homes
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.
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: 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.
At last, a community that understands what you are looking for…..a place to call home.Shady Creek is a premier community offering a warm comfortable convenient address. Be swept away by both convenience and tranquility beginning with our shuttle to Baytown shopping, dining, medical and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Retreat at Barber's Hill
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Baybrook Park Apartments
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Portofino 55 Plus Apartments
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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.
LIMITED TIME OFFER: Apply today and enjoy up to 3 MONTHS FREE! *Some restrictions apply.Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Underway! The Portofino's multi-million dollar renovation includes modern and stylish in-home upgrades, including granite countertops, a new energy-efficient washer and dryer in...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Crystal Beach, TX

The average cost of senior living in Crystal Beach is $3,601 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anahuac, TX with an average of $2,583 per month.

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, TX, vs. nearby cities

Crystal Beach, TX
$3,601/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, TX, vs. state and national averages

Crystal Beach, TX
$3,601/mo
$4,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,610/mo
Independent Living
$3,601/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,343/mo
Studio
$4,361/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,349/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,052/mo

Senior living costs in Crystal Beach vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Crystal Beach, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCrystal Beach, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,601/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,488/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,610/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Crystal Beach, TX:$3,601/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Crystal Beach, TX:$4,488/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Crystal Beach, TX:$4,610/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Crystal Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Crystal Beach

The Delaney at South Shore in League City, TX

5.0
The modern Delaney at South Shore is managed well and the staff is generally excellent . The rooms are roomy and well stocked, with washer & dryer, dish washer, full size electric stove and oven, nice full bathroom with walk in shower, TV Cable, microwave and pictures windows. Very clean with ...
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Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch in Pearland, TX

5.0
Living at Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch has been a transformative experience. The culinary excellence of restaurant-style dining combined with the comfort of well-designed living spaces makes every moment a pleasure. The fitness center, concierge, and health programs cater to all aspects of my ...
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The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX

5.0
Speedyway is a great place with wonderful staff . they have this like creampie place for seniors here and it's wonderful . The management is awesome and the cooking staff work really hard to get all those meals up to the seniors overall I highly recommend this Senior Living for anybody looking ...
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Crystal Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Crystal Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Crystal Beach, 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 Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Crystal Beach, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Crystal Beach, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Crystal Beach, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.4%
47%
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There are 82 independent living facilities near Crystal Beach, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Crystal Beach, Texas are Chesapeake Bay, Village on the Park at Friendswood and The Waterford at Baytown. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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