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Meridian Independent Living Facilities | 1063 Reviews

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Photo of Ridgecrest Retirement and Healthcare Community
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The staff are caring and absolutely great at caring for my Mom and communicating with me. I cannot say enough about the staff. After touring many facilities and having my mother reside in another one prior...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
About Us:Since 1985, Ridgecrest has been committed to being Waco's finest option for retirement living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. We offer elegant residential living for all levels of Senior Care. Long known as Waco's premiere choice for retirement living, Ridgecrest can now...
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It's worked great! They have changed hands, so it's a little too soon to know how that's going to go. But so far we are pretty happy with them. We don't have any major complaints about the cleanliness, or...
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.
Welcome to Wesley HouseEncouraging independence... while nurturing our resident's needsBehind each of our residents is a fascinating story, and it is our primary focus and pleasure to make living at Wesley House a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. Our residents receive personalized care...
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We chose Chisholm Trail Estates because of the cost and location. They are friendly, attentive and responsive staff that proactively communicates situations and progress of loved ones.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Chisholm Trail Estates is located southwest of Fort Worth in serene Keene, TX. Our senior living community offers independent living and memory care. Imagine your life calling Chisholm Trail home. Awake in your luxurious private apartment and join your new friends for a delicious and fresh...
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We love Laurel Glen. They are finally well staffed. My family member loves their staff. They respond quickly to our concerns. The facility is newly remodeled, and Frontier, the new owners, are very...
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.
Laurel Glen is the premier Assisted Living and Memory Care property in Erath County, serving the Dallas, Fort Worth, Dublin, Comanche and surrounding areas. Our warm, inviting atmosphere will certainly feel like home to your loved one, as our experienced team creates a tailor fit plan to meet...
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The staff is wonderful and the facility is nice. The housekeeping could be a bit better. Communication is wonderful. I would definitely recommend this community to others.
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.
Welcome Home to Heritage Place Assisted Living & Memory Care! A beautiful new community that opened in August 2014, we offer 82 private apartments & 30 private/semi-private rooms in Burleson's first Memory Care. Conveniently located near I-35W and less than a mile from Huguley Hospital, our...
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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: 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.
Country Club Retirement Community Assisted Living, CCRC, was designed for people who are ready to make transitions in their life, get a little help with the things that are getting more difficult, yet want to hold on to their independence.CCRC Assisted Living opened June 29, 2009. The Assisted...
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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: 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: 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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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: 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: 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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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.
Residency at Ridgewood is a boutique assisted living and memory care community located close to Lake Waco and both local hospitals and medical facilities. We are owned and operated by a life-long Wacoan and female entrepreneur with over 25 years of nursing experience caring for senior adults. We...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: 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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This community is a great place for rehabilitation services. The people were nice and the community was clean. The food was ok and I would recommend this community.
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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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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Meridian, TX

The average cost of senior living in Meridian is $3,882 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Itasca, TX with an average of $3,508 per month.

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

Meridian, TX
$3,882/mo
$4,119/mo
$3,872/mo

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

Meridian, TX
$3,882/mo
$4,207/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$4,433/mo
Independent Living
$3,882/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,215/mo
Studio
$4,241/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,098/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,641/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,466/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Meridian

Recent reviews for independent living in Meridian

Laurel Glen at Stephenville Assisted Living and Memory Care

4.5
I would choose Oakwood over other options in the area because of the level of care my loved one received. Her aides and the nurses were very responsive and always friendly, and they were very good about being very sweet and compassionate through the ups and downs of dementia. They were also ...
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Stoney Brook of Hewitt

4.9
We were very fond of Stoney Brook right away, even though our loved one was not there for very long we were very impressed. They are a small enough community to where the residents will get more one on one care. Overall our loved one was pleased with the meals and dining, and we were pleased ...
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The Blake at Waco

5.0
Our experience at The Blake at Waco has been absolutely fabulous. They have done a wonderful job with my mother. The thing that sticks out most to me is the staff , they are just so caring. The room sizes are wonderful, my mother is in memory care and she has a very large room and bathroom. The ...
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Meridian independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Meridian independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Meridian, 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 Meridian 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 Meridian partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Meridian, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.9%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.5%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Meridian 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 Meridian communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Meridian, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.9%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
49%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Meridian 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 Meridian offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Meridian, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.2%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
59.2%
47%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.2%
46.8%
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Good Tree, Brookdale Lakeshore and Courtyards at Lake Granbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Meridian, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Meridian, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Meridian, Texas are Good Tree and Courtyards at Lake Granbury. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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