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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mount Houston, TX

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Facility is nice, they just did full remodel. Kept very clean. Staff is extremely friendly and loving towards residents and guests. Affordable for my dad who only has a small monthly SS income.
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.
Paradise Springs provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in an affluent suburb of Houston, you'll enjoy an elegant and peaceful home right next to big city convenience. With shopping, dining and top-notch healthcare just minutes from the front door,...
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At Watercrest at Kingwood, I enjoy a perfect balance of luxury and independence. My residence, adorned with high-end amenities, offers a lifestyle that feels like an indulgence while providing me with the...
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.
The Watercrest vision sets our communities apart from the standard, one-size-fits-all retirement lifestyle. Watercrest believes that a traditional, uniform retirement no longer meets the needs of an ever-changing senior population. In this day and age, retirees rightfully want the choice and...
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Good evening, the staff and overall customer service has been great. My dad loves the dietary choices and the amenities that Cypress Woods offers. Yes, I recommend this community. Cleanliness and customer...
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.
Cypress Woods provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in picturesque grounds and surrounded by trees, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying all the conveniences of the nearby community. We're close to shopping, healthcare,...
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The staff is kind and caring to all residence, the food is good, offering weekday specials for variety. We have exercise classes and weekly entertainment. There is independent living or for individuals...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Clearwater at The Heights offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly team members and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a heated...
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My mom has been living here three months and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this community. The staff is so engaged and focused on taking care of the residents and giving them the best quality 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.
The Village of the Heights is an assisted living community located in Houston, Texas, in Harris County and home to just over 2.2 million people. Houston is a large and busy city where residents can enjoy a host of activities including shopping, fine dining, sporting events, and other activities....
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It is apparent they genuinely care about their residents. They strive to meet all of their needs: physical, emotional, and social. Offering options for most meals would be helpful.
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.
There’s a lot for you to love here.With both assisted living and memory care, at our community, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. For memory care residents, we offer a program, also known as Clare Bridge. Rooted in “a person-centered approach,” our memory care program helps our...
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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 Suites at Crimson Heights, established in 2019, is a robust Assisted Living Community that boasts 27 beautiful units, equipped with modern kitchen appliances, heated bathrooms with walk-in showers, and a private patio option. Our residents enjoy a variety of amenities, such as salon services,...
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
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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
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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: 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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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 at the heights tower for several years. It was a pretty good place but they are beginning a remodeling of the whole place, trying to redo every apartment. It looked like it was up in the air how...
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.

Cost of independent living in Mount Houston, TX

The average cost of senior living in Mount Houston is $4,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baytown, TX with an average of $3,368 per month.

Independent living costs in Mount Houston, TX, vs. nearby cities

Mount Houston, TX
$4,007/mo
$4,031/mo
$4,039/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Houston, TX, vs. state and national averages

Mount Houston, TX
$4,007/mo
$4,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Houston, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,789/mo
Independent Living
$4,007/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Houston, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,878/mo
Studio
$5,289/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,381/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,544/mo

Senior living costs in Mount Houston 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: Mount Houston, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMount Houston, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,007/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,542/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,789/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mount Houston, TX:$4,007/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Mount Houston, TX:$4,542/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Mount Houston, TX:$4,789/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Mount Houston

Recent reviews for independent living in Mount Houston

The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX

4.7
We are still getting settled and sorting out our belongings since we brought more than we need, so we haven't participated in many activities yet. We are pleased with our choice a nd so are the people we have met, many of whom have been here since they opened. It is working very well for us.

The Heritage Tomball Senior Living

4.8
I would highly recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a clean and friendly place with good services. It is a good value for the money. The food isn't individually as targeted as my loved one would like.

Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX

5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.

Mount Houston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Houston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Houston, 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 Mount Houston 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 Mount Houston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Houston, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Houston 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 Mount Houston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Houston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Houston 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 Mount Houston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Houston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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