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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
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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.
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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: 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.
48 spacious living accommodations make up the Golden Age Assisted Living facility. Golden Age Home Assisted living is the perfect arrangement for those who may no longer be able to live safely at home but need only a little assistance to live life to the fullest.In the late 1950s it became...
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The staff is very kind and laid back. They call for every little thing that happens to mom. ( Like a simple fall with no injury) Most families appreciate 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.
Argent Court Bastrop is an assisted living community which has been in operation since 2001.  Argent Court is licensed by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services as a Type B Large assisted living community.  Argent Court is currently undergoing an expansion project, adding...
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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
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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
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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: 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.
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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
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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.
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.
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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[name removed] the sales representative here is just a gem, she truly is a germ and is always upbeat and never steps out of line. I do wish they had some kind of a welcoming packet or even a welcoming...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Southpark Meadows we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,445, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool,...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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
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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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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.
Private and Semiprivate Floor plans, Three meals daily, 24 hour attendant supervision, Housekeeping Daily, Nurse on Staff, Full Time Activities Program, Emergency Call System, Utilities & Cable included in base price.  Our home offers different levels of care which can include assistance with...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Waelder, TX

The average cost of senior living in Waelder is $3,912 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Grange, TX with an average of $3,353 per month.

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

Waelder, TX
$3,912/mo
$3,390/mo
$3,437/mo

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

Waelder, TX
$3,912/mo
$4,207/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$4,558/mo
Independent Living
$3,912/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,407/mo
Studio
$4,351/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,543/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,039/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,863/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Waelder

Recent reviews for independent living in Waelder

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.

Affinity at South Park Meadows in Austin, TX

5.0
Affinity provides very comfortable, safe, well-planned apartments. Rooms for movies, golf practice, hobbies, dog washing, poker, card games, family gatherings, and happy hours are open for all. The staff is friendly, easy to contact, and skilled. My two years here have been very pleasant!

Waelder independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waelder independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waelder, 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 Waelder 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 Waelder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.8%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.7%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Waelder 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 Waelder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.7%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
38.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waelder 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 Waelder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.1%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51%
47%
Dances
Dances
38.8%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.1%
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