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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Brownsville, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Downtown Brownsville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as San Benito, Port Isabel or Olmito.
Types of care available in Brownsville, TX
Independent Living
Valley View Senior Living is a great place. I really like it there, and the staff is really nice to my father. I would recommend it to everyone!!
I have not participated in the activities but everybody else has and they seem to love them. The community is affordable and based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend Valley View Independent Senior Living community to other families.
900 Camelot Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550
We Celebrate Life At Valley View Senior Living we believe that every senior deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. We also believe that life should be robust, active and focused on the future at all times. We remain deeply passionate about creating warm, joyous and caring environments...
This place is like no other place. It is very friendly and the staff is knowledgeable in what they do. The director is very nice. She has been very helpful in the transitioning from home to senior living...
1002 King Arthur Court, Harlingen, TX 78550
We Celebrate Life At Valley View Independent Senior Living we believe that every senior deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. We also believe that life should be robust, active and focused on the future at all times. We remain deeply passionate about creating warm, joyous and caring...
The staff is very friendly and helpful. The housekeeping staff do a good job. Communication with family is good. The move in process went smoothly. The food is good most of the time. The quality of food is...
105 Texas 499 Loop, Harlingen, TX 78550
Welcome to Villa!Villa of Harlingen is an assisted living residence in Harlingen, Texas. We are a state-supported and private pay Assisted Living residence that offers all the amenities necessary to provide for a resident’s daily living. We are progressive and flexible to meet the changing needs...
Quality care in a supportive environment!
2101 Treasure Hills Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550
We picked this community because they were able to accept both of our loved ones and provide them with the necessary care when with being on different floors. They had good activities but they really did not...
420 E Ruben M Torres Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520
1155 Paredes Line Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521
24 Lindale Ct, Brownsville, TX 78521
715 N Medford Ave, Brownsville, TX 78521
Medford Place is an assisted living community that is available to seniors in Brownsville, TX. Brownsville offers great opportunities for those looking for the entertainment that festivals bring about, for those who enjoy the theater, and for those who like to golf. This community is located in a...
7385 Old Military Rd, Villa Nueva, TX 78520
100 N Helen Moore Rd, San Benito, TX 78586
The average cost of senior living in Brownsville is 2,872 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Encantada-Ranchito-El Calaboz, TX with an average of 2,599 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
An Independent Living Community allows residents the opportunity to continue to live their active lives while assuring their care requirements have been fulfilled. Basic needs such as meal planning and housekeeping are handled by staff and a calendar of recreational and social activities is maintained, allowing residents the autonomy to use their time as they see fit, free from daily obligations. Along with their daily needs being met, residents can enjoy the opportunity to be among peers, surrounded by others of similar ages and backgrounds. Within the individual units, residents have access to a private living space and a full kitchen, and can even live with a companion if they choose. While policies vary between locations, numerous residences allow pets as well. Nursing and health care services can always be arranged for with private care providers if desired. There are a variety of expenditures and benefits to keep in mind when deciding on an independent living community. It is important to learn if these services are included in your care plan: laundry, meals, move-in fee, transportation, utilities, wellness program, Waiting list deposit, and cable TV. The amenities that pertain to independent living include game/TV room, laundry service, transportation, restaurant-style dining hall, fitness center & swimming pool, golf course, community activities, and security guards.
Demographically, Brownsville is 2.5% other or not specified, 0.6% mixed race, 95.4% white, 0.7% Asian, 93.9% Hispanic, 0.3% Native American, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, and 0.4% black. Based on gender, 48.2% are male and 51.8% are female. The median age of Brownsville is 30 years old. Out of the total population of Brownsville, 11.8% have some form of disability, 31.4% live in poverty, 56.1% participate in the labor force, and 6.3% are widows. Brownsville has a population density of 534 people per square mile. Of the population of Brownsville 18.9% have a college degree, 23.0% have a high-school diploma, and 4.8% have a graduate degree. In Brownsville, 3.5% of the population are veterans of the United States military.
The total cost of living can be a major influence when determining which community is the best fit for your loved one’s needs. The rent burden for Brownsville is about 17.1% of the average person’s monthly income. The median home value in Brownsville is around $85,330 and the median cost for rent is about $678 per month a month.
The state of Texas has a cost of living index of 91.3 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything below 100 is considered less expensive than the national average. The state has a grocery index rating of 88.9 and a housing index rating of 85.3. The state of Texas has 468 hospitals and 501 health centers, providing care to a population of 28,701,845. Nix Health Care System, Grace Medical Center, and Houston Methodist Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. Residents of Texas enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 40th in the United States. Overall, Texas ranks 38th out of all states in quality of life and 37th in healthcare.
In the most recent presidential election, 52% of Texas residents voted Republican and 43% voted Democrat. The state has a median age of 35 and 24% of its population being over the age of 55. In terms of religious values, 42% of Texas’s population regularly attend some form of service and there are in total 27,848 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-31%, Mainline Protestant-13%, and Historically Black Protestant-6%. In Texas there are 1,292 masonic lodges. In terms of diversity, Texas ranks 2nd in the nation.
The average temperature in the winter falls to around 48F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 75F during the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 16F during the month of January. During the summer, the average temperature in Texas is around 82F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 102F during the month of June. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 56F during the month of June. The average air quality index rating in Texas is 36.8 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of July with a rating of around 51.4 AQI. On average, the humidity rating for Texas is around 65%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of February at around 81%. On average, the state receives 31.68 inches of precipitation a month. The most precipitation occurs in June with an average of 7.44 inches of precipitation a month. While residents of Texas mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Texas can include tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods.
The state of Texas has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of small live oak, whitebrush, catclaw, and prickly pear (opuntia) cactus. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the rabbits, the manatees, the armadillos, or the dolphins. Some of the plants species native to the Texas region include live oak, perennial bunchgrasses, and mesquite. The state animal of Texas is the nine-banded armadillo.
The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, Valley View Senior Living and Brook Ridge Retirement Community are the top rated independent living facilities near Brownsville, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Brownsville, Texas. See the full list.
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