There are 47 Independent Living communities in the San Antonio, TX area, with 41 in San Antonio.
Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care, and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in San Antonio, TX, residents and their loved ones rate Independent Living communities 4.5 out of 5 stars.
20302 Bulverde Road, San Antonio, TX 78259
4.9
(20 reviews)
"I toured Emerald Oaks. It was very good. It's a smaller community. It is all in one building, and I liked the apartment I saw. They also have lots of different activities to keep you going. It's a newer place, and has three meals a day. I did have a ..."
$3,282
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4243 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78217
4.6
(68 reviews)
"My sister was a resident of The Waterford at Thousand Oaks. It was a studio apartment. It was just a one-room apartment with a bathroom and a kitchenette. It just had a microwave and a small refrigerator, and a sink. It was very inexpensive. It was v..."
$2,400
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8103 North Hollow, San Antonio, TX 78240
4.6
(37 reviews)
"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 ..."
$2,600
11300 Wild Pine, San Antonio, TX 78250
4.7
(23 reviews)
"The Landon Ridge at Alamo Ranch's apartments have a full kitchen, and you could use a washer-dryer in the apartment. They have a very nice layout. I looked at a one-bedroom. It's a good size. You could fit a king-size bed in there if you wanted. All ..."
$2,800
20450 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78258
4.6
(30 reviews)
"My uncle lives in Independence Hill Retirement Community. He doesn't partake in many of the things that are offered there, but I know another person who has moved in there, about six months ago or so, and she goes and plays card games, and she's goin..."
$2,795
8551 Huebner, San Antonio, TX 78240
4.3
(83 reviews)
"Incredibly friendly staff and residents. Clean and quiet community. Really helpful with mom's needs. She loves the activities team and her housekeeper...."
$2,200
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18323 Sonterra Place, San Antonio, TX 78258
4.6
(23 reviews)
"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..."
$4,574
2702 Cembalo Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78231
4.6
(16 reviews)
"Everything at Adante Independent Living was perfect. It was sparkling clean. Everybody looked very happy. Their apartments were nice. They had a lot of common rooms, and they were all nice. The staff who gave us the tour was very thorough and very go..."
$3,090
5000 Fawn Meadow, San Antonio, TX 78240
4.5
(19 reviews)
"I'm planning to move into Patriot Heights. They're very informative and very friendly. I just liked being there. I'm looking at a two-bedroom. We were out there for a fiesta party, and the food was very good. The dining area was clean and well put to..."
$2,400
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230 W Sunset Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209
4.2
(19 reviews)
"Franklin Park Alamo Heights was very well run and beautifully maintained. It was an excellent facility. The staff was excellent. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-maintained. I was very favorably impressed with Franklin Park, and I could pictu..."
$4,575
24911 N Saddle Trail, San Antonio, TX 78230
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Golden Stage Assisted Living was the only one who accepted my mother out of all the places, and she could afford to stay there with her money. The staff is very kind and very nice. She's being treated like a human being. The place is really nice, cle..."
$3,500
11133 Westwood Loop, San Antonio, TX 78253
4.8
(5 reviews)
"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...."
$1,399
8645 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I toured Madison Estates. I saw the beautiful fountain, and it did not look like what I expected a facility like that to look like, because it was so beautiful. I was very impressed. I liked the fact that it had a swimming pool. It has a great big li..."
$1,795
9015 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78245
4.0
(11 reviews)
"I toured The Inn at Westover Hills. The manager who sat in the front office was very, very friendly and attentive. She had already sent me an email, so she had a few days to take care of, but she was able to give me a tour very quickly. We walked thr..."
$1,337
6701 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216
3.5
(17 reviews)
"We toured Ensemble Senior Living. It seemed comfortable, affordable, and people seemed to be enjoying their time there. It ensembles like an apartment tower. It's very nice to see. We took the elevator. They have pool tables and a bar. The staff was ..."
$979
24803 Broad Oak Trail, San Antonio, TX 78255
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad moved to Blossom Care Assisted Living. I walked in and it smelled nice, and it had high ceilings. It was very spacious. It had excellent lighting. It had excellent natural lighting. Everyone was smiling. It had modern, updated furniture and wa..."
$3,500
21802 Encino Commons, San Antonio, TX 78259
3.7
(4 reviews)
"Discovery Village Stone Oak has been bought out and they've improved a lot. They've redecorated everything, so the place looks beautiful. It's a good place. I would recommend it. It's got about four floors and it's not an overwhelming amount of resid..."
$3,205
6207 Thunder Dr, San Antonio, TX 78238
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
$3,500
5034 NewForest Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229
4.6
(24 reviews)
"My friend moved into New Forest Haven. It's an apartment-type living for senior adults. They get three meals a day. They have access to washing machines on each floor. A bus will take them a couple of times a week to different places that the residen..."
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311 West Nottingham Place, San Antonio, TX 78209
4.5
(16 reviews)
"I went to The Forum at Lincoln Heights. What I like most about The Forum are the amenities that it provides. It was clean and the location is close to shopping and churches. There's a covered heated pool where they do exercise. The staff is very know..."
$2,794
Independent Living
Diane
4.0
Review of The Inn at Los Patios
I toured The Inn at Los Patios. I like the scenery. They have very nice scenery because I have my dog, and they have a walking trail there. I was looking for a two-bedroom, one-bath, but that's...
Independent Living
Diane
4.0
Review of Patriot Heights
I toured Patriot Heights. What the staff showed me was the cottage. It wasn't clean or anything at all. It was horrible. It was bad. What she showed was not fixed up. It was falling apart. I even...
Independent Living
Beth M.
5.0
Review of The Waterford on Huebner
Incredibly friendly staff and residents. Clean and quiet community. Really helpful with mom's needs. She loves the activities team and her housekeeper.
There are many other resources and activities for seniors in San Antonio, use the table below to learn about the options available for older adults in the area.
| Resource | Phone number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| College Credit Courses | (210) 485-0000 | Seniors age 65 and over are eligible to take up to six credit hours per semester of college courses at Alamo Colleges. The regular tuition rate for these courses is waived under this program, leaving participants with only the associated fees. Of the five Alamo Colleges that offer this program, three are in San Antonio, including Northwest Vista College, Palo Alto College and St. Philip’s College. |
| San Antonio Oasis | (312) 744-4016 | San Antonio Oasis is a non-profit organization that provides challenging courses in disciplines like humanities, health, technology and the arts, as well as an array of volunteer opportunities to San Antonio residents age 50 and over. Membership is free, based on proof of age, and members have access to four centers located throughout the region. These centers are open on weekdays, and hours vary by day and location. |
| Senior Centers | (312) 744-4016 | San Antonio is home to 10 city-operated senior centers for residents age 60 and over. These centers provide a wide variety of programs and activities, including exercise classes, arts and crafts workshops, trips and basic health screenings. Senior centers also provide daily meals, giving members the opportunity to visit with friends. Free transportation is available to the centers from homes within a five-mile radius. |
| Reduced Fare Transportation Services | (210) 362-2020 | VIA Metropolitan Transit, which provides public transportation services in the San Antonio region, has a senior discount program for area residents age 62 and over. Participants pay a very low fee on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and ride on the weekends for free. To apply for a Reduced Fare ID, older adults can go to their nearest VIA Information Center. |
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.
What Couples Should Know About Independent Living in San Antonio, TX
San Antonio is located in the south-central region of Texas. It’s been listed among the best places in the nation to retire for its cost of living, climate and its seemingly endless amenities, including the 35-acre San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld San Antonio and the San Antonio Symphony, all of which offer discounts to seniors. The city is also known for its inventive Tex-Mex restaurants, shopping centers and outdoor attractions.
San Antonio is an affordable city to reside in, thanks to a cost of living slightly lower than the state and national averages, which may make it a good option for retirees with more restrictive budgets. The city also has a fairly comfortable climate year-round, with highs ranging between 63 and 96 degrees and 220 sunny days annually. Active seniors who enjoy spending time outdoors may find San Antonio’s climate to be well-suited to their lifestyle.
Paying for Independent Living in San Antonio, TX
Independent living is a little cheaper in San Antonio than in the nation as a whole, with monthly costs coming in at an average of $2,500. This is slightly more affordable than the national average of $2,550 per month, which may be good for cost-savvy retirees.
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.
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