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Photo of Cypress Woods
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101 reviews
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We are very pleased with the facility, meals are very good and house keeping is great. Yes, we would recommend Cypress Woods to other families based on the experience so far.
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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9.8
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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
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.
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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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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Novellus is an older facility but it is clean and they are planning some upgrades. My mother doesn't care for the food but we keep a stocked refrigerator in her; each room is spacious. The activity staff is...
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.
Nestled among trees in a secluded setting, you'll find comfort and relaxation at Atria Kingwood. Our beautiful community features a well-stocked library, lighted gazebo and outdoor gardening area. Just 15 miles north of Houston, Atria Kingwood received a 2007 Platinum Award from the National...
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Photo of Parsons House La Porte
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22 Floor plans available
9.6
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26 reviews
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They have a very caring staff. They treated my Daddy with dignity. Low turnover of staff. Most folks have worked there for years. Quick response to call buttons. I highly recommend Parsons House.
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.
Parsons House Assisted Living is a 61 unit A license assisted living.We are conveniently located in Laporte Tx on Fairmont Parkway. Parsons House emphasizes life in a homelike setting,while offering the skill of our knowledgeable staff. Our friendly community provides residents with the attention...
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Photo of The Waterford at Baytown
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55 Floor plans available
9.6
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The only problem I really see is they don't watch her better with diet, and refilling prescriptions they're slow on. She ran out of insulin today because it wasn't requested sooner. They called me yesterday...
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.
Discover convenient services and compassionate care at The Waterford at Baytown in Baytown, TX, a charming and close-knit city located on Texas' scenic Gulf Coast. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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44 Floor plans available
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Everything is 1st class. They put the patients 1st as far as health and activities. They always make sure they are engaged. If not they are making sure they get assistance in whatever way needed. And they...
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.
Strike a winning combination of comfort and convenience at Rosemont. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Humble, Texas offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. Enjoy the freedom of Assisted Living — freedom from the...
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Staff are very helpful, facilities are beautiful, they lost a point for frequent management changes and sometimes repetitive menus. My mom loves it there. Her apartment over looks the farm next door.
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.
: Now Touring! Sodalis Senior Living has been a Texas based provider of assisted living and memory care communities since 1998. We have one purpose, to provide the best life possible to adults living with physical limitations and/or diminished cognitive abilities. We do this by providing assisted...
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5 for all of it, it is a wonderful place. They are focused on excellence in all things. They have so many available activities. Honestly it is like living on a cruise ship! This year we had surgery and...
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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8.8
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The Terraces was the perfect fit for my brother. He is happy, loves the food, thinks the staff cares about him . He also found a good friend he enjoys spending time with who has been there two years and...
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 Terraces at Kingwood Town Center provides the highest quality of independent living in the Kingwood, Texas area. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and attention tailored to where they are and what they need most. At the Terraces at Kingwood Town Center, both residents and...
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1919 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.8
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The staff was so helpful and kind. I feel great knowing that my mother is in a safe and supportive environment. I would highly recommend Reunion Court for anyone looking for a place for their loved one.
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.
Reunion Court of Kingwood is a unique, pet-friendly community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services. We are located in the Kingwood, Texas area, and we have many options for shopping, dining, entertainment and medical care with minutes of our community.We offer a...
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8.8
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What I like most about the community -The friendly residences and staff, the food is good, there are activities, and the staff does a lot to ensure the security of the residences.
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.
Let your search for quality Independent Living lead to Morada Deer Park. Our community offers residents the privacy and freedom to live the way they choose in a rich, warm environment that fosters companionship. Residents can say goodbye to home maintenance and housework while enjoying a relaxed...
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All 5's. Mom loves living at The Reserve. Warm, caring staff. Always clean and smells nice. Excellent menu. Spiritually uplifting....Church on Sunday....Bible studies Wednesday evening and Friday morning. ...
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 Pasadena 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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The staff is very helpful and friendly. All the rooms surround a glass courtyard. I am the daughter and I have been helped with a few things and not ignored. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
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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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.
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,...
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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
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: 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
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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: 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: 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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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.
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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 Sheldon, TX

The average cost of senior living in Sheldon is $3,993 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old River-Winfree, TX with an average of $2,957 per month.

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

Sheldon, TX
$3,993/mo

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

Sheldon, TX
$3,993/mo
$4,207/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$4,870/mo
Independent Living
$3,993/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,912/mo
Studio
$3,761/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,721/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,659/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Sheldon

Recent reviews for independent living in Sheldon

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.

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.

Fountainwood at Lake Houston in Atascocita, TX

4.8
Would recommend this facility. Many activities for residents. Very friendly people. Very clean, food is very good. Listen to resident comments. Have ambassadors to help with the transition. Even paid for moving costs.

Sheldon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sheldon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sheldon, 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 Sheldon 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 Sheldon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sheldon, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sheldon 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 Sheldon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sheldon, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sheldon 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 Sheldon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sheldon, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
47%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46.8%
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Cypress Woods, Paradise Springs and Watercrest at Kingwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sheldon, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 40 independent living facilities near Sheldon, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sheldon, Texas are Cypress Woods, Paradise Springs and Village on the Park at Friendswood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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