The Best Independent Living Communities in Bexar County, TX

"Villa de San Antonio was a nice place. It didn't look like a nursing home. They had lots of activities. It was around mealtime, so I got to see client interactions and they just seemed happy and interacted with each other, like they were planning to get together for this or that. They could have snacks in their rooms. They can get snacks at certain times. It was pretty open. In talking to the staff and interacting as we walked through, they seemed attentive to me and to the clients, calling them by name. It's an older place, but they seemed to have kept it up pretty well. It could use a little updating, but what was there was clean and working well. Of the ones I've seen, it was one of the two I liked. I saw maintenance people easily available."

"The Waterford on Huebner is absolutely beautiful, and everybody works together so well. The lady we talked to was just excellent, and she tried with all of her might to get the price down to where my friend could afford it. The whole place was just amazing. It's really, really pretty. They have a planned schedule to go somewhere once a week for everybody. They may take them out to dinner or lunch, or they may take them shopping."

We are a privately owned business with over 10 years of experience in this field. After running similar facility in WA state for six years, in 2018 we decided to move and provide our services to the communities of SA, Texas applying all we have learned at its best ever since. Our staff members are experienced and certified in working with all types of care needs. Ingram ASL stands out for its quality of care provided in a home-like environment, clean, peaceful and well-kept. We are located across INGRAM MALL, minutes away from the medical center in a quiet, peaceful and crime-free neighborhood. H.E.B, Walmart and many other stores are conveniently located just under 3-5minutes away. The facility was recently remodeled and everything was redesigned in compliance with ADA and Texas HHS codes for easy access throughout the house. Our residents can enjoy spending time with other residents in the big open concept living room or take a fresh breath of air on our covered backyard patio. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Texas Long-Term Care Provider Search

"The Inn at Los Patios is very comfortable, very pretty, and very accommodating. It also has a better deal than the other places. The fees at the other places were horrible. I moved to their independent living community. My apartment is big, totally furnished with kitchen appliances, stoves, ice makers, and everything. They're all brand new. They have different varieties of rooms, so I picked this one out. It has a patio enclosed with screens to keep the bugs out, so my dog can go outside. They provide two meals a day. I love the place, it's really beautiful inside, and they're redoing everything. They even put in a kitchen garden facility that we can all use for barbecues."

"I toured Franklin Park Sonterra. The community is beautiful, and it has multiple amenities that would make people feel very comfortable. The residents that were there were very friendly and welcoming. And they had a lot of security features that were also very nice. It looks like a wonderful property. The staff were very nice and very helpful. I liked their apartments. They were very spacious as well as suited for senior living. They had modern appliances. They had everything that would make all the conveniences and make living very easy for your loved ones."

"Staff is very friendly and care about the residents. They put on quite a bit of events and activities for the residents as well and encourage fun and socialization. The food is good! Everyday there is a different special but you can always order off the Always Available menu as well."

"I liked The Inn at Westover Hills. It was very good. The staff showed me the whole facility, all the amenities, and the apartments, the ones that face the street and the ones that face to pool. They were very friendly and very courteous. She showed me how you could decorate your doors. You could use your individuality. She showed me the crafts room and the library. She said you can bring books, take books, read books, and watch movies. I met some of the residents. I was impressed that the mailboxes are inside, and the entrance to your apartments is inside. It is a gated community. That was very important to me because it makes it very secure. Mary Jane, the staff member who gave the tour, was bubbly. They have a beauty salon, a pool, a game room, and a movie room. They have a trash room, and it's by the elevator. If you have your trash, you don't have to take it out and take it to the dumpster. That is so unique and convenient. There is maybe a two-and-a-half step-in shower in all the apartments. You can't take your own washer and dryer because if you bring your own and it has a problem and you flood the floor, you have to be responsible. Every unit has a washer and dryer, and that's a win-win."

"I moved to Independence Hill Retirement Community in San Antonio. I'm in their independent living community, and I like it very much. It has quite a list of activities that are available. The food is much better than the previous community that I was in. I have a lot more room. It's nice to have a full kitchen, my own washer and dryer, and an outdoor space with a small patio. The facilities here are very clean and well-kept. The staff is very congenial and very helpful. I enjoy being on the wake-up call list. In other words, they check on me once a day to make sure I'm doing all right. There are day trips to different activities and events in the area, and dining out, where they take you out to different restaurants. I still drive, so I don't need to get help going to appointments and things, but I do know that it's available, too. They have a theater, a pool, two different libraries, arts and crafts activities, and their own beauty salon. There are a lot of different amenities here, plus there's a home health care agency that has an office in the main building. They provide two meals a day, and then there is an option to take a third meal if you pay an extra fee. The grounds are very nice, with mature trees and flowers. It's much more pleasant than where I was before this."

"My dad moved into Discovery Village Stone Oak. This community had a room that met his size requirements and had the space for him. He enjoyed the people he met and the staff who helped him with the transition. They recommended a very good mover to him who moved his belongings from his home to his new apartment. And he enjoys the community he lives in. He made friends. He likes talking to the people there, having meals with them, and doing other things. They have three meals a day. Not only is there a fully posted activities calendar with reminders and things going on all the time, but what really impressed me about this facility, I'm sure it can't be that way, but they've changed the decorations every time we walk in there - seasonal decorations, sporting decorations, not just in one or two places. I mean, wall panels, photographs, football season, Halloween - they do a very good job of keeping people aware of what is going on. I think the decorations help keep people aware that there's a lot still going on out there. However, the move-in process was a little chaotic because at the last minute, I kept finding out things that I suddenly had to produce in terms of documentation, doctor's notes, or things like that. That really caught me off guard for the 24 to 36 hours before he moved in. That was extremely hectic and very bothersome. Other than that, my dad enjoys the meals. He enjoys his living. The access is easy. The staff are friendly and outgoing, and they make every effort to help him and me. It's been an extremely good fit."

"I toured Solea Alamo Ranch. The people are very friendly and they have a lot of activities. I felt very warm and welcome. The rooms are very well laid out and the dining area is very roomy and very beautiful, too."

"We toured Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch. It was a beautiful place, but we weren't looking for a place where meals are included, and you had no option. You had to pay for food or nothing, so that eliminated that one for my sister. She doesn't need that and doesn't really want it. The person who gave the tour was very nice. You couldn't ask for anything nicer. The layout was fine if you're willing to live in tiny places. They're nice. It was without a problem at all. They were very, very nice, clean, and friendly. It's a very good place. I could find no fault for most people's needs. The food situation adds quite a bit of money to the monthly cost. I don't think my sister was interested in spending that much more when it wasn't what you needed, and that was the biggest detriment we found, which was having to pay for food that you probably weren't going to use."

"I've visited Emerald Oaks in San Antonio a couple of times, and they are number one on my list. They're clean and orderly. They are courteous, and the people who are living there seem to be very well-pleased. The buildings are also in very good condition. The staff members I was in touch with were very good. They have a library, outdoor spaces, a movie theater, and an exercise facility. They also have a doctor who is there two days a week."

Nestled at 352 Borchers Boulevard in the heart of New Braunfels, The Oscar at Veramendi is an elegant new senior living destination offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care accommodations. This three-story, 231-unit community spans approximately 230,000 square feet, blending thoughtful design with the comforts of home. Studios, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-with-study, and two-bedroom/two-bath apartments feature high ceilings, full kitchens with granite counters and stainless appliances, luxurious walk-in shower baths, washer-dryer hookups, and many offer balconies or private patios—creating a welcoming, customizable living space for every stage of life. Residents enjoy an exceptional suite of amenities designed to inspire connection and enrichment. Inside, there’s a serene indoor heated pool for morning laps or aqua fitness, a full-service salon for pampering, a lively sports bar with billiards, an art studio, movie theater, and a spacious library. Outside, a terrace with a tranquil garden and water feature invites relaxation, while on-site services such as housekeeping, private cleaning, laundry for linens and clothing, resident transportation, and guest parking support everyday convenience. The community also includes an on-site medical clinic and outpatient rehab, complete with physical, occupational, and speech therapy and a nurse practitioner—ensuring health and wellness are always within reach. What truly sets The Oscar at Veramendi apart is its commitment to both thoughtful care and vibrant lifestyle. Smart apartments, storage units, detached garages, a dog park, and select units with pet yards reflect attention to modern living needs. Staffed by caring professionals trained in memory care—with 24-hour support, personalized care plans, medication management, and cognition-enhancing programming—the community fosters dignity, engagement, and safety. Plus, with nearby attractions like Landa Park, Canyon Lake, Guadalupe and Comal rivers, Natural Bridge Caverns, and the spirited ambience of downtown New Braunfels, residents enjoy effortless access to scenic and cultural experiences just minutes away.

"I like Morningside at The Meadows. They remodeled all the apartments except for the lobby and stuff like that, but it is still a real nice building, and the apartment that they showed me was brand new with all the amenities and stuff. They have two meals a day, which are breakfast and lunch or dinner. They come and clean your apartment and wash your clothes once a week. They have HBO, telephone, and computer services. Then they'll take you to doctors' offices or to any appointments you have. They have various hobby-type deals. They have painting classes, pool tables, and a lot of other things that you can do. They furnish your apartment with an electric stove and microwave oven. There is central air and heat. If you want minor appliances like toasters and coffee pots, you have to furnish those yourself, but they have all those downstairs in the dining area. If you're a coffee drinker, they have all kinds of coffee downstairs. They offered a lot, and the people were nice. My wife likes to go to church. They have a chapel there, and it's non-denomination. They have a pastor and preachers that come. My wife has gone to several of the things there because she wants to try a lot of stuff out before we make the move, and she's really satisfied. Even though we're not there yet, they don't object to her going to church there. They have a real nice balcony where my wife can put all her plants and stuff. They've tried to address a lot of the issues that elderly people have. They don't have a pool, though (and I'm a swimmer). However, they'll take you to the YMCA, and they have exercise events there, too. My car has always been in the garage, and they don't have a garage. They have very limited covered parking, and it's on a first-come, first-served basis. They don't assign them. That was another thing that I wish they had. The lady there was very helpful. She answered all our questions truthfully. She even offered to assist us in the transformation (even though we're not there yet) to where if we make the move, they can lead us to movers, people that will help us connect our appliances, like our TVs, and this and that. So, she offered for us to call her anytime if we have any questions. She was very honest, and she went through the building completely. Some of the apartments had wooden floors. Some had carpeting, and she said that they would comply with whatever your wishes were. If you want a wood floor and that apartment has carpet, they'll pick up the carpet and put wood in it. They try to satisfy your likes as far as the apartment goes. That was a nice feature and a good selling point for me. The buildings are in good condition. They have exercise rooms. They have washing machines that you can use."