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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hunter, TX

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Photo of Brookdale San Marcos South
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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Food was generally excellent and nutritious. Nursing care and aides were friendly and competent while some were better than others, of course. Many activities and programs were offered and special occasions...
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.
A Little More Care, A Lot More LifeExperience what independence redefined looks like here at our assisted living community in San Marcos, Texas. Nestled in the heart of hill country, your new residence could overlook an enclosed courtyard brimming with fragrant flowers, a stunning water fountain,...
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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9.4
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I loved the place. Theda, the nurse, totally went above and beyond! As a nurse myself I knew how great she was! [name removed], the person that handles the visit etc. felt like family! When my mother needs...
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.
Designed With You In MindYou should never have to settle for a retirement brimming with fear, worry or isolation—especially when you could be living here at our assisted living and memory care campus in San Marcos, Texas. Instead of sitting at home and twiddling your thumbs, you could be...
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Photo of Brookdale New Braunfels
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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49 reviews
9.2
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49 reviews
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3 star
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What they could improve on would maybe be the food and choices of food. It felt like home the second I stepped inside. Mom likes it here and that is all I need and based on the experience I would recommend...
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.
Our community in New Braunfels, Texas, is located two miles west of the Comal River and its many recreational opportunities, including water parks, hiking trails and quiet picnic areas. Many of these locations are favorites with our residents and their families.Each day is filled with exciting...
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8.9
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14 reviews
8.9
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I love the single story structure, and I use the R.T. on site facility. Maintenance requests are answered promptly. I am very Happy here.
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 Mercy House New Braunfels
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8.4
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32 reviews
8.4
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Mercy house is such a beautiful small assisted living & Memory Care that treats their residents with the compassion we’d all want for our loved ones. Staff is caring and loving. Smaller is sometimes better...
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.
Mercy House is located in New Braunfels, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON TOURS. It has one community located in Cross Street and the other strategically positioned in Rock Street all within the beautiful small town of New Braunfels.The community, that provides memory care to the residents of Texas,...
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8.0
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14 reviews
8.0
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14 reviews
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As with any large organization, there were some hiccups. Although the staff at Eden Hill are great and my Dad is quite happy there.
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.
Assisted Living at EdenHill CommunitiesLet us customize your care with a plan tailored to support your individual needs. We’ll handle the daily details, and you live life to the fullest: Enjoy life-enriching social activities, spend time in our nature areas, or join neighbors for a delicious...
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33 Floor plans available
7.9
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46 reviews
7.9
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Location and availability. The director of sales was easy to work with. Combined activities for memory care and AL. There seems to be quite a lot of staff turn over. There is no specific director for memory...
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.
Elan Westpointe is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas. The center is fresh and modern, constructed of limestone with iron accents on balconies and awnings. Conveniently located off highways 46 and 337 and just west of Unicorn of...
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Photo of Rio Terra Senior Living
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1212 Floor plans available
7.5
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36 reviews
7.5
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We have only met the sales person, concierge, chief of maintenance and dining room staff. All are really great, especially the dining room staff. We are in an independent cottage behind the main building. 2...
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 to Rio Terra — designed to provide everything you need to lead an effortless lifestyle. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care. The amenities range from beautifully designed residences and delicious, healthy dining options prepared by on site chefs, to a myriad...
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8.9
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8.9
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Three years ago I placed both of my parents in assisted living at Sage Springs. My mom was admitted into the memory care unit, where she received very good care from all the staff. They were very patient and...
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.
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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My mom was here for three years and she said "Finally I have my own washer!" and she was just so thrilled by itself and she didn't want to leave also because she had her privacy there and she really felt...
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: 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.
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Hunter, TX

The average cost of senior living in Hunter is $4,444 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garden Ridge, TX with an average of $3,916 per month.

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

Hunter, TX
$4,444/mo

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

Hunter, TX
$4,444/mo
$4,207/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$4,685/mo
Independent Living
$4,444/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,200/mo
Studio
$4,522/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,701/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,386/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Hunter

Recent reviews for independent living in Hunter

Sage Spring Senior Living in San Marcos, TX

4.1
We went with them because the layout of building, it's one story-which we liked better, the staff we were introduced to (but I think they are a bit understaffed, honestly), the location ( easy to get to without having to sit in I35 traffic) and the facility grounds (they aren't surrounded by ...
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Argent Court Seguin

4.0
So far, things are going pretty well here. The staff is nice and friendly and they seem to care. The facility is nice and well kept as far as I can see. We haven't had any major issues with Argent Court so far.

Emerald Cottages New Braunfels

4.8
They are so helpful! [Name removed] and [name removed] are so amazing! They dedicate so much time to the facility and it’s occupants. They always have something going on as for activities. My parents have not been to any of activities as of yet, but have a good schedule of things monthly.

Hunter independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hunter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hunter, 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 Hunter 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 Hunter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hunter, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Hunter 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 Hunter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hunter, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hunter 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 Hunter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hunter, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.8%
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Brookdale San Marcos South, Orchard Park of Kyle and Sage Plum Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hunter, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Hunter, Texas. See the full list.

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