The 10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dallas, TX for 2023
Meadowstone Place
10410 Stone Canyon Road, Dallas, TX, 75230
Meadowstone Place had a beautiful pool. They were remodeling when we got there so they were updating and putting a lot into the community. It used to be a condo community that was turned into a 55 plu
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Meadowstone Place had a beautiful pool. They were remodeling when we got there so they were updating and putting a lot into the community. It used to be a condo community that was turned into a 55 plus facility so the apartments were slightly bigger and nicer. It was more expensive, too.
The woman that toured us around was really personable. She came out and greeted us. She was very fun to talk to and was very nice. She took me to the apartment that had been redone and then the one next to it was going to be redone and would be ready in April or May. I was actually favoring that one because the location was closer to me. I live in downtown Dallas and it’s close to everything, but the best thing about this place was that they had a dining room and they had this newsletter where they would take them to shows and things. It was very attractive.
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Meadowstone Place had a beautiful pool. They were remodeling when we got there so they were updating and putting a lot into the community. It used to be a condo community that was turned into a 55 plu
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Meadowstone Place had a beautiful pool. They were remodeling when we got there so they were updating and putting a lot into the community. It used to be a condo community that was turned into a 55 plus facility so the apartments were slightly bigger and nicer. It was more expensive, too.
The woman that toured us around was really personable. She came out and greeted us. She was very fun to talk to and was very nice. She took me to the apartment that had been redone and then the one next to it was going to be redone and would be ready in April or May. I was actually favoring that one because the location was closer to me. I live in downtown Dallas and it’s close to everything, but the best thing about this place was that they had a dining room and they had this newsletter where they would take them to shows and things. It was very attractive.
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Signature Pointe
14655 Preston Road, Dallas, TX, 75254
We liked the amenities that Signature Pointe offered. It gave us a wide choice of cooking facilities (a small kitchen), a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer hookups (rather than having to go to a comm
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We liked the amenities that Signature Pointe offered. It gave us a wide choice of cooking facilities (a small kitchen), a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer hookups (rather than having to go to a community laundromat). The surroundings were amenable and very peaceful. Even if it’s in the big city, it’s in a wooded area with a pond. It just felt really nice, and it felt like we were going back home. Karen was the one who toured us around. She was very friendly, answered all the questions, and did not push to make a decision for us.
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We liked the amenities that Signature Pointe offered. It gave us a wide choice of cooking facilities (a small kitchen), a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer hookups (rather than having to go to a comm
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We liked the amenities that Signature Pointe offered. It gave us a wide choice of cooking facilities (a small kitchen), a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer hookups (rather than having to go to a community laundromat). The surroundings were amenable and very peaceful. Even if it’s in the big city, it’s in a wooded area with a pond. It just felt really nice, and it felt like we were going back home. Karen was the one who toured us around. She was very friendly, answered all the questions, and did not push to make a decision for us.
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Monticello West
5114 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75205
I was impressed with Monticello West. It was much nicer than I was expecting. The staff who helped me with the tour was very nice. I think they just did a revamping of the whole place. It looked very
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I was impressed with Monticello West. It was much nicer than I was expecting. The staff who helped me with the tour was very nice. I think they just did a revamping of the whole place. It looked very nice. The dining room looked OK. She showed me the workout area and the craft room. One thing I did not like about it was that there was no covered parking. You had to park outside.
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I was impressed with Monticello West. It was much nicer than I was expecting. The staff who helped me with the tour was very nice. I think they just did a revamping of the whole place. It looked very
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I was impressed with Monticello West. It was much nicer than I was expecting. The staff who helped me with the tour was very nice. I think they just did a revamping of the whole place. It looked very nice. The dining room looked OK. She showed me the workout area and the craft room. One thing I did not like about it was that there was no covered parking. You had to park outside.
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Autumn Leaves
1010 Emerald Isle Drive, Dallas, TX, 75218
Autumn Leaves on White Rock Lake is located on the edge of White Rock Lake Park in Dallas, Texas. Visitors are pleased to see a kitchenette, refrigerator and microwave in each apartment; the rooms are
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Autumn Leaves on White Rock Lake is located on the edge of White Rock Lake Park in Dallas, Texas. Visitors are pleased to see a kitchenette, refrigerator and microwave in each apartment; the rooms are bright with sunlight reflecting off the private balconies. The facility regularly hosts musicians, speakers and Catholic and Protestant services for religious residents. Residents acclaim workout machines in the exercise room and three healthy meals per day from a rotating menu. On the second floor, a pool table and a card table are frequently busy with friendly competitions between residents.
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Autumn Leaves on White Rock Lake is located on the edge of White Rock Lake Park in Dallas, Texas. Visitors are pleased to see a kitchenette, refrigerator and microwave in each apartment; the rooms are
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Autumn Leaves on White Rock Lake is located on the edge of White Rock Lake Park in Dallas, Texas. Visitors are pleased to see a kitchenette, refrigerator and microwave in each apartment; the rooms are bright with sunlight reflecting off the private balconies. The facility regularly hosts musicians, speakers and Catholic and Protestant services for religious residents. Residents acclaim workout machines in the exercise room and three healthy meals per day from a rotating menu. On the second floor, a pool table and a card table are frequently busy with friendly competitions between residents.
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Emerson On Harvest Hill
5550 Harvest Hill Road, Dallas, TX, 75230
So far, right now, the Emerson on Harvest Hill has the top spot. I like the place and it’s not that far from my daughter. It’s only ten minutes from where my daughter lives. The people were very frien
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So far, right now, the Emerson on Harvest Hill has the top spot. I like the place and it’s not that far from my daughter. It’s only ten minutes from where my daughter lives. The people were very friendly. I’m allergic to cottonwood trees severely, and they have plenty of cottonwood flying around, but I like the people and everything. The only situation is the area that it is in. The apartments there are small for the furniture and stuff that I have.
I like the manager. I like all the activities they got. I think my husband would have more activities and stuff there that he likes to do. He likes to play dominoes, and he enjoys talking to his neighbors. Now he doesn’t go sit out on the balcony anymore. He stays in his room and the only time he goes out is when he goes to the store for his daughter to come and get him and take him somewhere. He doesn’t even go out to eat anymore unless it’s for a party or something, and he doesn’t go to the movies, so I’m trying to get him more active around people. The person who took me around there was excellent. She was really friendly, and we enjoyed talking to her. She was very knowledgeable.
They had a small refrigerator in the apartments. They have games and a movie room where they show movies like a theater room. They show different movies every night. And if you want to have a little get-together with the family, you can always reserve the room just for you and your family and watch a movie. They also have activities where they have little trips, and transportation to the stores, to doctor’s appointments, or wherever they need to go. They have a bus that would take you where you need to go, drop you off, and then come back and pick you up. They have gazebos and they have a park for dogs. They have more than one area for that. They have a game room where they play cards. They have several different activities to keep them busy.
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So far, right now, the Emerson on Harvest Hill has the top spot. I like the place and it’s not that far from my daughter. It’s only ten minutes from where my daughter lives. The people were very frien
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So far, right now, the Emerson on Harvest Hill has the top spot. I like the place and it’s not that far from my daughter. It’s only ten minutes from where my daughter lives. The people were very friendly. I’m allergic to cottonwood trees severely, and they have plenty of cottonwood flying around, but I like the people and everything. The only situation is the area that it is in. The apartments there are small for the furniture and stuff that I have.
I like the manager. I like all the activities they got. I think my husband would have more activities and stuff there that he likes to do. He likes to play dominoes, and he enjoys talking to his neighbors. Now he doesn’t go sit out on the balcony anymore. He stays in his room and the only time he goes out is when he goes to the store for his daughter to come and get him and take him somewhere. He doesn’t even go out to eat anymore unless it’s for a party or something, and he doesn’t go to the movies, so I’m trying to get him more active around people. The person who took me around there was excellent. She was really friendly, and we enjoyed talking to her. She was very knowledgeable.
They had a small refrigerator in the apartments. They have games and a movie room where they show movies like a theater room. They show different movies every night. And if you want to have a little get-together with the family, you can always reserve the room just for you and your family and watch a movie. They also have activities where they have little trips, and transportation to the stores, to doctor’s appointments, or wherever they need to go. They have a bus that would take you where you need to go, drop you off, and then come back and pick you up. They have gazebos and they have a park for dogs. They have more than one area for that. They have a game room where they play cards. They have several different activities to keep them busy.
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Belmont Village Turtle Creek
3535 N. Hall Street, Dallas, TX, 75219
Belmont Village Turtle Creek had very large apartments, but it was very expensive. The staff who toured me was nice. It was a very nice facility, and I liked where it was located.
Belmont Village Turtle Creek had very large apartments, but it was very expensive. The staff who toured me was nice. It was a very nice facility, and I liked where it was located.
Whiterock Court
9215 White Rock Trl, Dallas, TX, 75238
Whiterock Court was very nice. It’s a very secluded and quiet place. The staff that showed me around were very nice. They were very helpful and even checked back after I had visited to see if it was O
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Whiterock Court was very nice. It’s a very secluded and quiet place. The staff that showed me around were very nice. They were very helpful and even checked back after I had visited to see if it was OK, but we were really looking for something that had a full kitchen, and we weren’t needing a place until after the holidays.
The rooms were very nice, and the facility looked good. They have a salon, a big game room with a pool table, weekly housekeeping, library, and transporation to appointments or shopping. It was two levels, so there were some apartments that were on the second floor. The dining room was also nice.
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Whiterock Court was very nice. It’s a very secluded and quiet place. The staff that showed me around were very nice. They were very helpful and even checked back after I had visited to see if it was O
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Whiterock Court was very nice. It’s a very secluded and quiet place. The staff that showed me around were very nice. They were very helpful and even checked back after I had visited to see if it was OK, but we were really looking for something that had a full kitchen, and we weren’t needing a place until after the holidays.
The rooms were very nice, and the facility looked good. They have a salon, a big game room with a pool table, weekly housekeeping, library, and transporation to appointments or shopping. It was two levels, so there were some apartments that were on the second floor. The dining room was also nice.
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The Bentley
3362 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX, 75234
I went to Holiday the Bentley. The big drawback was where it was at. It was not in a great neighborhood. Some of the people had cars and had separate cabanas. We looked at an efficiency and we looked
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I went to Holiday the Bentley. The big drawback was where it was at. It was not in a great neighborhood. Some of the people had cars and had separate cabanas. We looked at an efficiency and we looked at a one-bedroom. The efficiency had a patio, but the one-bedroom in the back was on the second floor, and it was right next to the elevator and the church.
It’s independent living, but they have somebody onsite all the time in case of an emergency. They have something in the rooms where you can press if you need assistance and something that they wear. They had washers and dryers if they wanted to do their own. The girl who showed us around got a little mixed up and took us around another hall. They had three elevators, but one broke down. It’s a lot bigger facility, but it was nice. They had a beauty shop, they had poker night, and they had carts that they would bring around for drinks and stuff. They always had snacks out. They had a lot more amenities. They had an exercise room.
The staff during the tour seemed scattered, but all of the people that we would walk by would say hi to her, hug her, and she knew the names of the people that were walking around. We met the new director for activities. Everything was nice and very clean. The location was just far, and it was not a great neighborhood. If my cousin were to venture out of those gates, I would be worried about her, but the people seemed happy there. They had good rocking chairs out front and stuff.
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I went to Holiday the Bentley. The big drawback was where it was at. It was not in a great neighborhood. Some of the people had cars and had separate cabanas. We looked at an efficiency and we looked
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I went to Holiday the Bentley. The big drawback was where it was at. It was not in a great neighborhood. Some of the people had cars and had separate cabanas. We looked at an efficiency and we looked at a one-bedroom. The efficiency had a patio, but the one-bedroom in the back was on the second floor, and it was right next to the elevator and the church.
It’s independent living, but they have somebody onsite all the time in case of an emergency. They have something in the rooms where you can press if you need assistance and something that they wear. They had washers and dryers if they wanted to do their own. The girl who showed us around got a little mixed up and took us around another hall. They had three elevators, but one broke down. It’s a lot bigger facility, but it was nice. They had a beauty shop, they had poker night, and they had carts that they would bring around for drinks and stuff. They always had snacks out. They had a lot more amenities. They had an exercise room.
The staff during the tour seemed scattered, but all of the people that we would walk by would say hi to her, hug her, and she knew the names of the people that were walking around. We met the new director for activities. Everything was nice and very clean. The location was just far, and it was not a great neighborhood. If my cousin were to venture out of those gates, I would be worried about her, but the people seemed happy there. They had good rocking chairs out front and stuff.
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The Landon at Lake Highlands
8501 Lullwater Drive, Dallas, TX, 75238
I will be moving into The Landon at Lake Highlands. The facilities are wonderful. They have a bistro and a restaurant in the building. They have a nice, large pool, a billiard room, and everything. Th
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I will be moving into The Landon at Lake Highlands. The facilities are wonderful. They have a bistro and a restaurant in the building. They have a nice, large pool, a billiard room, and everything. That’s all inclusive as well. The staff members were wonderful. Their food was delicious. The apartment is very nice in size, has a very nice layout, with large bathrooms, good size two bedrooms, balcony, nice full kitchen, and large pantry. They have yoga, all kinds of group games, dominoes, canasta, and bridge. They have a gym with a fitness trainer. They have a balancing machine that rates where you need the most work on balance. They have a rooftop, a lounge, and a park bench. It’s a large community.
It’s independent living. The residents all seem happy and nice. The staff makes things easy. I just came from there, and they’re helping me get movers lined up, and that sort of thing. They’ve been very accommodating to what I’m looking for, and what I want.
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I will be moving into The Landon at Lake Highlands. The facilities are wonderful. They have a bistro and a restaurant in the building. They have a nice, large pool, a billiard room, and everything. Th
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I will be moving into The Landon at Lake Highlands. The facilities are wonderful. They have a bistro and a restaurant in the building. They have a nice, large pool, a billiard room, and everything. That’s all inclusive as well. The staff members were wonderful. Their food was delicious. The apartment is very nice in size, has a very nice layout, with large bathrooms, good size two bedrooms, balcony, nice full kitchen, and large pantry. They have yoga, all kinds of group games, dominoes, canasta, and bridge. They have a gym with a fitness trainer. They have a balancing machine that rates where you need the most work on balance. They have a rooftop, a lounge, and a park bench. It’s a large community.
It’s independent living. The residents all seem happy and nice. The staff makes things easy. I just came from there, and they’re helping me get movers lined up, and that sort of thing. They’ve been very accommodating to what I’m looking for, and what I want.
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Edgemere
8523 Thackery St, Dallas, TX, 75225
Edgemere was very close to our home and was the nicest place. We visited several others and they had the nicest facilities and seemed to have the best options for my parents. We looked at both the ind
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Edgemere was very close to our home and was the nicest place. We visited several others and they had the nicest facilities and seemed to have the best options for my parents. We looked at both the independent living and assisted living. The staff was very, very good and the lady who gave the tour was excellent and very knowledgeable. She’s been there for a long time, so she knew the community, the staff, and the residents.
Their facilities were very clean and the layout was very nice and very well-thought-out. They have a pool and a patio where they could have access to the outdoors with a relaxing view of the trees and the courtyard. Those were the things that were important to us, but the most important for me personally was it felt safe for my parents and very close to home.
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Edgemere was very close to our home and was the nicest place. We visited several others and they had the nicest facilities and seemed to have the best options for my parents. We looked at both the ind
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Edgemere was very close to our home and was the nicest place. We visited several others and they had the nicest facilities and seemed to have the best options for my parents. We looked at both the independent living and assisted living. The staff was very, very good and the lady who gave the tour was excellent and very knowledgeable. She’s been there for a long time, so she knew the community, the staff, and the residents.
Their facilities were very clean and the layout was very nice and very well-thought-out. They have a pool and a patio where they could have access to the outdoors with a relaxing view of the trees and the courtyard. Those were the things that were important to us, but the most important for me personally was it felt safe for my parents and very close to home.
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C. C. Young
4847 W. Lawther Dr., Dallas, TX, 75214
We toured CC Young, and the guide showed us the whole layout, and then he showed about three apartments that weren’t occupied. It was better than what I was expecting when I went there. It has great v
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We toured CC Young, and the guide showed us the whole layout, and then he showed about three apartments that weren’t occupied. It was better than what I was expecting when I went there. It has great views. It’s also close to one of my daughter’s house. It has a balcony, too.
I haven’t signed up with them yet, but that’s what I’m leaning toward. I have music as a hobby, and they have a lot of musical activities. I also have woodworking as a hobby, and they have a pretty extensive woodworking shop.
They are rather expensive, but not as expensive as the one in Austin. They have several options in that as far as price. The gentleman that showed us around started out working near the bottom of the ladder, and he’s worked himself, and he’s extremely knowledgeable.
It has a central small park, and then the other buildings are arranged around it. I think what impressed me most is you have a view of White Rock Lake and Park from the upper floors and balconies. It also is a short walking distance to the White Lake, as an underpass under the busy highway.
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We toured CC Young, and the guide showed us the whole layout, and then he showed about three apartments that weren’t occupied. It was better than what I was expecting when I went there. It has great v
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We toured CC Young, and the guide showed us the whole layout, and then he showed about three apartments that weren’t occupied. It was better than what I was expecting when I went there. It has great views. It’s also close to one of my daughter’s house. It has a balcony, too.
I haven’t signed up with them yet, but that’s what I’m leaning toward. I have music as a hobby, and they have a lot of musical activities. I also have woodworking as a hobby, and they have a pretty extensive woodworking shop.
They are rather expensive, but not as expensive as the one in Austin. They have several options in that as far as price. The gentleman that showed us around started out working near the bottom of the ladder, and he’s worked himself, and he’s extremely knowledgeable.
It has a central small park, and then the other buildings are arranged around it. I think what impressed me most is you have a view of White Rock Lake and Park from the upper floors and balconies. It also is a short walking distance to the White Lake, as an underpass under the busy highway.
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The Forum at Park Lane
7831 Park Lane, Dallas, TX, 75225
We chose The Forum at Park Lane because it met most of our requirement. It’s close in proximity to where my aunt wants to be, and the price is very reasonable. She’s able to get a 2-bedroom 2-bathroom
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We chose The Forum at Park Lane because it met most of our requirement. It’s close in proximity to where my aunt wants to be, and the price is very reasonable. She’s able to get a 2-bedroom 2-bathroom with a large living area, at a very reasonable price. The staff members were really good and really knowledgeable, they have some good recommendations as well. They’re more sales-oriented but not terribly off-putting by that. The community looked like a fun place to live. We had lunch there, and we really enjoyed that. The apartment is pretty much what sold us on this place because there’s a lot of wall-space, and my aunt can bring some of her furniture which is important to her.
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We chose The Forum at Park Lane because it met most of our requirement. It’s close in proximity to where my aunt wants to be, and the price is very reasonable. She’s able to get a 2-bedroom 2-bathroom
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We chose The Forum at Park Lane because it met most of our requirement. It’s close in proximity to where my aunt wants to be, and the price is very reasonable. She’s able to get a 2-bedroom 2-bathroom with a large living area, at a very reasonable price. The staff members were really good and really knowledgeable, they have some good recommendations as well. They’re more sales-oriented but not terribly off-putting by that. The community looked like a fun place to live. We had lunch there, and we really enjoyed that. The apartment is pretty much what sold us on this place because there’s a lot of wall-space, and my aunt can bring some of her furniture which is important to her.
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Truewood by Merrill, Park Central – CLOSED
7750 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX, 75251
I went to see Truewood by Merrill, Park Central. It was very nice. It was a very nice visit. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. It was very beautiful inside. The outside was a little diff
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I went to see Truewood by Merrill, Park Central. It was very nice. It was a very nice visit. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. It was very beautiful inside. The outside was a little difficult to navigate, but that may have just been me. But the inside was nicely appointed and there was great space. The facility itself and all the rooms I saw, were clean. It looked very inviting. The person who assisted me there was great. She knew her stuff, and she was very helpful and very thorough about what I was looking for. I did not have any of the food, but I did see the dining area. It was great. It was very nice, and the food smelled great. I didn’t observe any activities, not at the time I went. Mostly I got to see some people with their dogs, but it was lunchtime, and that’s pretty much what everybody that I saw was doing.
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I went to see Truewood by Merrill, Park Central. It was very nice. It was a very nice visit. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. It was very beautiful inside. The outside was a little diff
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I went to see Truewood by Merrill, Park Central. It was very nice. It was a very nice visit. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. It was very beautiful inside. The outside was a little difficult to navigate, but that may have just been me. But the inside was nicely appointed and there was great space. The facility itself and all the rooms I saw, were clean. It looked very inviting. The person who assisted me there was great. She knew her stuff, and she was very helpful and very thorough about what I was looking for. I did not have any of the food, but I did see the dining area. It was great. It was very nice, and the food smelled great. I didn’t observe any activities, not at the time I went. Mostly I got to see some people with their dogs, but it was lunchtime, and that’s pretty much what everybody that I saw was doing.
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Highland Springs
8000 Frankford Road, Dallas, TX, 75252
Highland Springs was very nice. Unfortunately, it was way too far from our home, but they had everything there. They had a post office, a pharmacy, doctors, and a little clinic. They also had a gym, s
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Highland Springs was very nice. Unfortunately, it was way too far from our home, but they had everything there. They had a post office, a pharmacy, doctors, and a little clinic. They also had a gym, several restaurants, a salon, and just everything. The staff were all good.
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Highland Springs was very nice. Unfortunately, it was way too far from our home, but they had everything there. They had a post office, a pharmacy, doctors, and a little clinic. They also had a gym, s
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Highland Springs was very nice. Unfortunately, it was way too far from our home, but they had everything there. They had a post office, a pharmacy, doctors, and a little clinic. They also had a gym, several restaurants, a salon, and just everything. The staff were all good.
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Juliette Fowler Communities
1234 Abrams Rd., Dallas, TX, 75214
I am living in Juliette Fowler Communities now. Their staff is excellent and very caring, they have excellent food, and they have a chef who does good work. They’ve just started having a corporate foo
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I am living in Juliette Fowler Communities now. Their staff is excellent and very caring, they have excellent food, and they have a chef who does good work. They’ve just started having a corporate food staff. There’s a courtyard and outdoor area, everybody is involved in doing gardening around, and it’s beautiful. The buildings are very attractive, and the apartments are fine. We have a beauty salon, we have doctors that come in, and in-house medical care. We also have a swimming pool, a hair cutter, and masseuse come in through appointments, and therapists also come in. There’s a movie theater and we have movie nights, they have speakers come in, they have special meals on holidays, and various clubs organized around games. Overall, the place has a good reputation in town. In terms of cost, it’s comparable to other communities in the area.
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I am living in Juliette Fowler Communities now. Their staff is excellent and very caring, they have excellent food, and they have a chef who does good work. They’ve just started having a corporate foo
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I am living in Juliette Fowler Communities now. Their staff is excellent and very caring, they have excellent food, and they have a chef who does good work. They’ve just started having a corporate food staff. There’s a courtyard and outdoor area, everybody is involved in doing gardening around, and it’s beautiful. The buildings are very attractive, and the apartments are fine. We have a beauty salon, we have doctors that come in, and in-house medical care. We also have a swimming pool, a hair cutter, and masseuse come in through appointments, and therapists also come in. There’s a movie theater and we have movie nights, they have speakers come in, they have special meals on holidays, and various clubs organized around games. Overall, the place has a good reputation in town. In terms of cost, it’s comparable to other communities in the area.
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Presbyterian Village North
8600 Skyline Drive, Dallas, TX, 75243
Presbyterian Village North impressed me the most. The residents seemed happy above all. The facilities look great. So I was impressed with it more than with the others. The food was adequate for sure.
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Presbyterian Village North impressed me the most. The residents seemed happy above all. The facilities look great. So I was impressed with it more than with the others. The food was adequate for sure. I think they did a good job. No problems. They’re dealing with a terrible dilemma with a bunch of old folks. They’re doing the best they can.
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Presbyterian Village North impressed me the most. The residents seemed happy above all. The facilities look great. So I was impressed with it more than with the others. The food was adequate for sure.
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Presbyterian Village North impressed me the most. The residents seemed happy above all. The facilities look great. So I was impressed with it more than with the others. The food was adequate for sure. I think they did a good job. No problems. They’re dealing with a terrible dilemma with a bunch of old folks. They’re doing the best they can.
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Ventana by Buckner
8301 N. Central Expy, Dallas, TX, 75225
Excellent…my wife and were delighted to visit Ventana. Katie is amazing and did an outstanding job in introducing us to the facility. The accommodations truly first class, as was the food and everyo
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Excellent…my wife and were delighted to visit Ventana. Katie is amazing and did an outstanding job in introducing us to the facility. The accommodations truly first class, as was the food and everyone of the Members we came in contact with. We came away with the thoughts that although perfect, we are not quite ready for this style of living. We will constantly look in to see future availability. Two to three years out is our timing. We look forward to a couple of follow-up questions to be answered. Again big kudos to Katie and Jennifer.
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Excellent…my wife and were delighted to visit Ventana. Katie is amazing and did an outstanding job in introducing us to the facility. The accommodations truly first class, as was the food and everyo
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Excellent…my wife and were delighted to visit Ventana. Katie is amazing and did an outstanding job in introducing us to the facility. The accommodations truly first class, as was the food and everyone of the Members we came in contact with. We came away with the thoughts that although perfect, we are not quite ready for this style of living. We will constantly look in to see future availability. Two to three years out is our timing. We look forward to a couple of follow-up questions to be answered. Again big kudos to Katie and Jennifer.
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Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas
5455 La Sierra Drive, Dallas, TX, 75231
I was very impressed with Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas. It was beautiful, and I enjoyed the tour. The staff who assisted me could not be nicer. The apartment was very nice, and I was impress
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I was very impressed with Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas. It was beautiful, and I enjoyed the tour. The staff who assisted me could not be nicer. The apartment was very nice, and I was impressed. There was a large atrium with all of the units around it. The apartment that I looked at was a 2-bedroom with large rooms, a beautiful living room/dining room combination, and a large kitchen. I met the chef, and he gave me a dinner package to go home with, which was very good. It had covered parking and valet parking.
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I was very impressed with Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas. It was beautiful, and I enjoyed the tour. The staff who assisted me could not be nicer. The apartment was very nice, and I was impress
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I was very impressed with Five Star Premier Residences of Dallas. It was beautiful, and I enjoyed the tour. The staff who assisted me could not be nicer. The apartment was very nice, and I was impressed. There was a large atrium with all of the units around it. The apartment that I looked at was a 2-bedroom with large rooms, a beautiful living room/dining room combination, and a large kitchen. I met the chef, and he gave me a dinner package to go home with, which was very good. It had covered parking and valet parking.
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Primrose at Highland Meadows
2000 Highland Road Dallas, Dallas, TX, 75228
The staff at Primrose at Highland Meadows was wonderful, very cordial, knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming. The only problem I had was they had an income restriction and said I made too much money.
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The staff at Primrose at Highland Meadows was wonderful, very cordial, knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming. The only problem I had was they had an income restriction and said I made too much money. When we first pulled in, the landscaping was beautiful. It was very clean. The main office was decorated very nicely. I have nothing but positive things to say about them.
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The staff at Primrose at Highland Meadows was wonderful, very cordial, knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming. The only problem I had was they had an income restriction and said I made too much money.
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The staff at Primrose at Highland Meadows was wonderful, very cordial, knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming. The only problem I had was they had an income restriction and said I made too much money. When we first pulled in, the landscaping was beautiful. It was very clean. The main office was decorated very nicely. I have nothing but positive things to say about them.
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What to Expect in an Independent Living Community
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:
- Numerous opportunities for socializing and exploring new activities
- Easy access to public or community-provided transportation
- Meal plans for community dining as well as kitchens for seniors who like preparing their own meals
- The ability to keep small- and medium-size pets such as dogs and cats
- Housekeeping, laundry and groundskeeping services
- 24-hour staff on-site who can be contacted if a problem arises
For a more detailed look at common amenities, check out our guide to independent living communities.
What Couples Should Know About Independent Living in Dallas, TX
Dallas, Texas, is one of the largest cities in the country. In a state known for being big, Dallas stands out, with noted museums, festivals and events, historical sites and world-class dining and shopping. For active seniors who enjoy exploring a sprawling urban area, Dallas may be a lovely place to retire and age in place. Although some parts of the metroplex are pricey, the overall cost of living for the city is close to the national average. Those on a budget may appreciate this.
Downsizing in the DFW area can be an attractive alternative for retired couples. The DART public transportation system has many different routes throughout the greater Dallas area, with discounted senior rates available. The community has many resources for seniors, including a number of senior centers to help residents meet new friends and explore new hobbies.
Paying for Independent Living in Dallas, TX
Independent living in Dallas is a little more expensive than the rest of the country, with average costs at $2,605 compared to $2,550. Different suburbs in the metroplex, such as Mesquite, may be more affordable. Here, the average fees for independent living are $1,945 per month.
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.
Our guide provides a more in-depth look at independent living costs and solutions for those who want to learn more.
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.
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.
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 Resources in Dallas, TX
There are many other resources and activities for seniors in Dallas, use the table below to learn about the options available for older adults in the area.
| Resource | Phone Number | Description |
| Active Senior Adult Programs | (214) 671-1602 | The Dallas Park and Recreation Department fund these programs, designed to help seniors in the area maintain healthy habits and socialize with different fitness classes, hobby groups, arts and crafts and volunteer opportunities. |
| Texas Health Resources | (682) 549-7961 | This program helps seniors in the Dallas area connect with mental health resources, including inpatient therapy and group counseling. Individualized treatment plans are offered by caseworkers, and help with finding Medicaid-accepted programs is available. |
| The Senior Source | (214) 823-5700 | Since 1961, the Senior Source has worked with older adults in the Dallas area to connect them with resources to help them maintain their independence. This includes finding health care benefits, discovering volunteer opportunities in their community and engaging in lifelong learning opportunities. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does independent living cost in Dallas?
According to Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report, the average monthly cost of independent living in Dallas is $2524.
Is Dallas a safe place to live?
The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Dallas is 361, which is above the national average of 323.
What is the traffic like in Dallas?
There is heavy traffic congestion with an above average crash rate of 12.
How much is housing in Dallas?
At $1,214, the average cost of housing in Dallas is below the nationwide average of $1,442
Does Dallas have a good job market?
Dallas offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.49.
Is Dallas an accessible place to live without a vehicle?
In Dallas, 70.4% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is below the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 10 local transit vehicles per hour. This is more than the national average of 8.
Does Dallas have good health care options?
Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 75.2% in Dallas – this is higher the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 67 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is less the national average of 82.
Is Dallas a good place to retire?
According to Caring.com’s 2022 Senior Living Report which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Dallas ranked in the top of the pack. It’s overall rank was 93rd, and it scored the best in Senior Living & Housing, while it’s lowest score was for Health Care.
Does Dallas have fun activities for retirees?
In Dallas, the number of parks is less than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is above the average.