Oakmont of The Lakes
3250 South Fort Apache Road, Las Vegas, NV 89117
4.8
(25 reviews)
"Love this community! Oakmont of the Lakes is like an extension of my family. They truly care about their residents, staff and family members...."
READ MOREThere are 52 Independent Living communities in the Las Vegas, NV area, with 36 in Las Vegas.
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3250 South Fort Apache Road, Las Vegas, NV 89117
4.8
(25 reviews)
"Love this community! Oakmont of the Lakes is like an extension of my family. They truly care about their residents, staff and family members...."
READ MORE8630 W. Nevso Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89147
4.6
(36 reviews)
"I toured Acacia Springs. We've got to run through to see everybody, and we've got to sit down for lunch and chat, and all sorts of things, and it was a very pleasant experience. I also viewed the room. We walked through and saw all the available amen..."
READ MORE4940 S. Conquistador St, Las Vegas, NV 89148
4.8
(15 reviews)
"We liked Revel Vegas. They had a nice dining area. Michelle was very nice and gave a lot of information. They had a lot of activities and great amenities. They had bus rides and food. They had everything. They had a theater. It's just the price was t..."
READ MORE2000 North Rampart Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89128
4.4
(35 reviews)
"Atria Seville was very nice. It's elegant, has a nice layout, and is very accommodating. The apartments were all nice. I was shown the studios, also the small one-bedroom, and a deluxe one-bedroom. Melissa was great. She knew her stuff. She showed me..."
READ MORE3150 E Tropicana Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89121
4.0
(97 reviews)
"My brother is a resident of Holiday Montara Meadows. They're very friendly. They took us on a nice tour. We asked some of the residents how they liked it, and they said they loved it there. And the way that the staff knew everybody's name that lives ..."
READ MORE4445 S Grand Canyon Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89147
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Have lived here about a year and wanted to make an apartment change. the management staff worked with me and made it so easy. I plan to stay for a long time, great place but better staff and management staff. You can't ask for a better place. Truly 5..."
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3513 E Viking Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89121
"Welcome to Villas at Viking Road! NEW Luxury Rental Homes! All homes are Villa Style and attached to a private garage. All homes are single ..."
READ MORE8374 West Capovilla Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89113
4.2
(40 reviews)
"My mother has been at Pacifica Senior Living San Martin for more than 6 months now. It is a very good place. I like the staff. They're friendly, nice, and supportive. They help my mom a lot and she's happy there. The place is nice. They have elevator..."
READ MORE6031 West Cheyenne Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89108
4.0
(67 reviews)
"Avamere at Cheyenne is very clean. Their staff is extremely friendly and attentive to my mom's needs. She is thriving. I've not eaten there personally for a while, but my mom says the food is fine. They offer bingo and they have special events where ..."
READ MORE6650 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89103
3.9
(91 reviews)
"I'm 81 years old and have been a resident here since February of 2024. It has been an an excellent experience and I am pleased with all of the services offered here at Desert Springs Senior Living. The staff is great and perhaps what I like most are ..."
READ MORE1600 South Valley View Road, Las Vegas, NV 89102
4.7
(7 reviews)
"Valley View Senior Apartments is an independent living community. I visited it yesterday and it was very nice and very elegant. I loved it and I would recommend it to anybody. The staff was very nice. They showed me a one-bedroom, and a studio apartm..."
READ MORE3250 Town Center Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89146
4.4
(10 reviews)
"Carefree Senior Living at the Willows is my favorite place. It's very beautiful, had a robust schedule of activities, and would be appropriate for my brother. He put down $500 to be at the top of the list. It was well-maintained, didn't look old, amd..."
READ MORE6741 N. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89131
5.0
(4 reviews)
"We have secured an apartment at Decatur Pines in Las Vegas. It seems to be a nice location. There's a lot of shopping and it looks pretty safe. We paid the necessary fees to hold the unit. There's an adjoining assisted living place in the same comple..."
READ MORE10401 W Charleston, Las Vegas, NV 89135
4.1
(11 reviews)
"I toured Las Ventanas Retirement Community. It's a much older building than the others I've toured but it's a beautiful building. The ambiance is different, it's like you're walking into an older country club. The furniture was wing chairs and the co..."
READ MORE300 Promenade Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89107
4.2
(7 reviews)
"Just a quick note about the Thanksgiving dinner ..... it was great! Plenty of delicious food, beautiful decorations, many door prizes, and great company. Rachelle, the volunteers, and the whole staff did an outstanding job; I was impressed. Can't ..."
READ MORE3210 S Sandhill Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89121
3.8
(8 reviews)
"Court Senior Apartments was nice and clean. The people were friendly. The lady showed me a two-bedroom, two bath. The size was OK; but for me, it was a little bit too small for the furniture and stuff that I have. They have a library, beauty salon, b..."
READ MORE8600 Scholar Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89128
4.2
(4 reviews)
"Destinations Pueblo is very nice but a little expensive. The dining area has tables and is spacious. What stood out to me was the professionalism, the management, the warmth, and the atmosphere of the place. The environment is very welcoming and invi..."
READ MORE9170 W. Oquendo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89148
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I was at Mera Rhodes Ranch. I had a one-bedroom there for two days. It had a pool, but no Jacuzzi. And the pool hours were from dawn to dusk, so you could only use it during the day. For $2,500 a month for a one-bedroom, it just doesn't make sense th..."
READ MORE1400 South Valley View, Las Vegas, NV 89102
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father will be moving into Country Club at Valley View - 55+ Senior Community. It was wonderful, it was clean, and everybody there was friendly. There were lots of activities to do in the clubhouse. They're very professional and knowledgeable abou..."
READ MORE1450 E Pebble Road, Las Vegas, NV 89123
3.5
(7 reviews)
"The two-bedroom apartment I saw at Destinations Pebble was very nice. They were big, beautiful, and very clean. I would love to live there, but it's just too expensive. I can't afford it. The girls in the office were extremely friendly, and everybody..."
READ MOREThere are many other resources and activities for seniors in Las Vegas, use the table below to learn about the options available for older adults in the area.
Resource | Phone number | Description |
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Helping Hands of Vegas Valley | (702) 633-7264 | Several transportation services are available to seniors living in Las Vegas based on their individual needs. Some volunteer driving services and senior ride programs offer discounted rates, depending on the services required. |
Las Vegas Senior Center | (702) 229-6011 | Las Vegas has many senior centers that offer a variety of programs. Membership is $10 and seniors gain access to all facilities in the city. Although some activities may have additional costs, facilities have classrooms, computer labs, billiards room and other social groups and excursions included. |
Foster Grandparent Program, Catholic Charities | (702) 382-0721 | Low-income seniors have an opportunity to earn a bit of money helping children in underprivileged schools learn how to read in the Foster Grandparent Program. |
Doolittle Senior Center | (702) 229-6011 | The Doolittle Senior Center has a variety of facilities for seniors to use, including a card and game room, computer lab, health services room and a library. It adjoins the Doolittle Community Center where there is a cardio/weight room and swimming pool. Classes are offered in both facilities. |
Many seniors love how independent living communities reduce unwanted stress, hazards, and fatigue in their lives. Independent living communities take care of housekeeping, yard work and meals while still allowing residents personal space and the dignity of making their own choices. These communities usually provide seniors with an apartment that has a small kitchen, bathroom, living room, and one or more bedrooms. Those who want a small space may even find that some independent living communities offer studio-style apartments. Seniors can invite guests over and enjoy their rooms however they see fit.
Independent living communities often also include the following:
For a more detailed look at common amenities, check out our guide to independent living communities.Â
What Couples Should Know About Independent Living in Las Vegas, NV
While the Las Vegas strip may be the main attraction, the year-round warm weather in the city is one of the many appealing reasons to retire here. A relatively low cost of living and no state income tax may draw even more seniors to Las Vegas. There are many independent living communities for seniors to retire to and enjoy the diverse culture, close communities, walking trails, natural areas and 37 golf courses.Â
Some great activities senior couples can enjoy include strolling through a variety of museums, exploring downtown Vegas, going to a baseball or hockey game, swimming at Lake Mead National Recreation Area or studying the flora and fauna along nature trails at Red Rock Canyon. Las Vegas has a growing art community and the First Friday monthly block party is a great way for seniors to be introduced to the Las Vegas art scene. Many areas of the city have seniors centers that provide social activities allowing residents to continue living independently with the opportunity to make new friends.Â
Paying for Independent Living in Las Vegas, NV
The average cost of independent living in Las Vegas is $23,160 versus the national average cost of $30,600, approximately a saving of $7,440 annually and with no state taxes making this state to be desirable for seniors.Â
The annual cost of living in an independent living community can range anywhere from $12,000-$42,000, depending mostly on the amenities, room type and cost of living in the area. In addition to using personal retirement income, annuities, long-term care insurance, or cashing out an existing life insurance policy, some seniors can use Social Security funds, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments granted due to disability or low-income or HUD-provided housing assistance such as vouchers. Another route many seniors choose to fund their independent living stay is renting out or selling their homes that they won’t need once they move or taking advantage of a reverse mortgage.Â
Our guide provides a more in-depth look at independent living costs and solutions for those who want to learn more.Â
How to Choose an Independent Living Community
When choosing an independent living community, it’s best to consider many factors, including the community’s proximity to loved ones and medical care, the state of repair that the facility appears to be in, the attitude and efficiency of the staff, the cost of both rent and services, the facility’s pet policy and more.Â
Comparing multiple communities can help seniors and their families figure out what they value most in an independent living community. During tours of these communities, staff members should be available to answer questions. To help with the touring and comparison process, we’ve included a checklist full of pertinent questions that anyone can download and print for themselves.
Transitioning to Independent Living
Independent living communities, rather than memory care or nursing homes, are often the first place seniors move to when they realize they need a lifestyle change. The necessity of letting some possessions go and the reality of leaving a home and neighborhood after possibly decades of residence there can make transitioning to an independent living community difficult. These communities are often friendly places, but being in a new environment still initially triggers feelings of loneliness in many seniors.Â
Having a strategy for dealing with the challenges of moving can make the transition to an independent living community a positive experience. We’ve created a downloadable step-by-step guide for tips to making this transition as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
Independent Living
KimVermillion
5.0
Review of Vista Park Retirement Community
Our family member recently moved into Vista Park. From the moment we toured it just felt like home. The care and attention to detail throughout the community was incredible. The community is clean...
Provider response
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so pleased to hear that our activity calendar, chef, and community atmosphere have made your family members experience feel like home. Our team is...
Independent Living
Monte Beardin
5.0
Review of Vista Park Retirement Community
There is not enough positive words I can say about Vista Park in No. Las Vegas. I have had family living in Vista Park for 11 months now and I have visited frequently. I have not met one staff...
Provider response
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our community, amenities, and team. We work hard to create a welcoming and...
Independent Living
Esperanza
5.0
Review of Vista Park Retirement Community
We toured Vista Park Retirement Community. They had everything there. The lady that we spoke to was nice on the phone. Then when we got there, she was a nice lady, and was telling us all about the...
Provider response
Esperanza, Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to review us with such glowing remarks. We wish you the best in your senior living search!