Independent Living in Houston, Texas

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Independent Living Information

More and more older people, electing to live independent, non-institutionalized lives, are receiving home care services as their physical capabilities diminish. Younger adults who are disabled or recuperating from acute illness are choosing home care whenever possible. Adults and children diagnosed with terminal illness can also be cared for at home.

Houston Independent Living costs vary depending on a multitude of factors including meal plans, size and configuration of residence, room location, and the facility's on site amenities; living in a particular area may also determine the final cost of living in an Independent Living community. Most TX Independent Living use a month-to-month payment system; however, some lean more towards long-term arrangements and upfront payments. In the American economical situation, one key advantage of Independent Living housing is the often less expensive costs compared to nursing home care in the same area. 41 states, including TX, also allow the option of community waivers that allow low-income residents to live in Independent Living. Depending on whether the resident has long-term health insurance, some of the costs may also be reimbursable.

 

Independent Living Comparison

Comparison Chart of Houston Providers in Texas

Houston Providers in Texas
Source: Independent Living Facilities Directory

The Village of Tanglewood (Horizon Bay)


1600 Augusta Drive
Houston, Texas 77057
Phone: 713.977.1400

Village on the Park- Steeplechase (E-Quest)


12102 Steepleway Blvd
Houston, Texas 77065
Phone: 281.970.7979

The Terrace at West University (Horizon Bay)


5151 Buffalo Speedway
Houston, Texas 77005
Phone: 713.432.7777

Did you know that...

42 percent of nursing home patients suffer from some level of dementia.

It is your right as a resident...

to be treated with dignity and respect.

Source: http://www.medicare.gov

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