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Types of care available in Richardson, TX
Independent Living
So many of staff here have been with the community for many years! The Chef has been there 15 years! You know the food is good if he is still there. The Med Tech has been there 9 years! The care staff, I saw some had been there over 10 years. All in all, friendly, caring and great care.
Friendly staff, very clean, lots of activities. We picked this community, because of proximity to family and price. I would recommend. The facility has a community feel and the residents are very welcoming to new guests. My tour experience was Very thorough and led by a friendly guide, named [name removed]
A resident here for 10 years. I cannot imagine these past 10 years without the friends and care received here. For your sake and that of your caring family, this is where you need to be!
14655 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX 75254
My mom needed Assisted Living so I looked for these things: her safety, good care, and an environment where she can be happy. Due to a fall mom needed Rehab care first and Signature Pointe is the only place...
Welcome to Signature Pointe!At Signature Pointe, our commitment is to provide residents with the care and support they need to lead rewarding, dignified lifestyles.Signature Pointe offers seniors independent living, assisted living, skilled healthcare, and Alzheimer's care in a carefully planned...
12271 Coit Rd, Dallas, TX 75251
A nice place to live. Many activities. Staff are pleasant and willing to help & answer questions. The only downside is that the evening. Meals do not arrive hot, just barely warm. The wait staff need more...
We are proud to introduce the Reserve at North Dallas, newly renovated all inclusive community. In addition to the $5.5 million investment we made to serve our independent living and assisted living community, we have created a vibrant lifestyle so our residents will have a life filled with...
5340 Towne Square Dr, Plano, TX 75024
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It is a lovely facility and very very clean. There is never a bad odor. The staff on my mom's floor are friendly and they do care about the residents. [name removed], the activities director is phenomenal!!...
HarborChase of Plano is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating activities, generous amenities and...
6410 Old Orchard Dr, Plano, TX 75023
Value for the money is about a 10 !!!! HIGHLY recommend Juniper for a place that is lower in cost than most assisted living places. They have the nicest staff!! They cared For what was going on in my...
This property has huge trees surrounding the perimeter the community is located across from a park nestled in a residential area of West Plano. Conveniently located with easy access to HWY 75 and George Bush Tollway. We offer both Assisted Living and Memory Care what that means for your loved one...
6400 Cheyenne Trail, Plano, TX 75023
Just a great place to live!!! I always enjoy talking to the front desk staff! Everyone does an exceptional job! Excellent food, good sleep conditions, nice and quiet atmosphere, singing and we love the...
DaySpring Senior Living - A Faith-Based, Not-For-Profit Community in the Heart of Plano, Texas Several years ago, God led Collin Creek Community Church to begin a senior ministry. Through the strong support of the local church and the national Wesleyan church, we are now seeing the fruits of...
1940 West Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75023
I need hi-protein, low-carb. Because much of the food is hi-carb, I have chosen to eat most meals elsewhere. I am highly mobile and very involved beyond the Solstice domain, so I haven't participated in...
Discover the serenity of the countryside at Solstice Senior Living at Plano, nestled in cozy and culture-filled Plano, Texas, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Located just 30 minutes from the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, family members...
650 South Greenville Ave, Allen, TX 75002
Would highly recommend them. The caregivers are good and I like having a nurse on staff 24-7. There could be more activities and the food is repetitive and not the best. The on-sites physical therapy is...
Texas Star Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Allen, Texas, in Collin County and home to over 84,000 people. Part of the Dallas suburbs, Allen is a small modern city where residents will enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, local shops, fairs and markets. They can also get their exercise, go...
9215 White Rock Trail, Dallas, TX 75238
The overall experience is good with helpful, friendly staff. Enjoy the location with lots of tress for scenery. However, the food has gone down in quality since the ownership changed and now the residents...
Whiterock Court provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within the hills and trees along the White Rock Trail in Lake Highlands, you'll be charmed by our picturesque rural beauty built just minutes away from the conveniences of the city. We're close to...
3640 Mapleshade Ln, Plano, TX 75075
Overall quality seems to have gone down since new management company took over The concierge is excellent. They are trying to improve on communication with the residents. Maintenance is behind on their...
The Orchards at Market Plaza is all about relaxation, beauty, character and individuality! A new level of activities, scenery and experiences where life is more fun, healthy and vivid.The Orchards at Market Plaza is a stunning active adult community.We are brand new and opened July 2020!We are...
3900 Ranch Road, Sachse, TX 75048
The staff and everyone I have met at the Mustang Creek Estate location is genuinely interested in giving my mom the best care possible. Any concerns I have addressed to management have been resolved quickly...
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 14 to 16 residents per house and two of our houses specialize in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
3000 Midway Rd, Plano, TX 75093
It was located very close to my home. The staff were friendly and welcoming. It was very clean and I loved the way the staff interacted with the residents.
Wyndham Court of Plano offers both assisted living and memory care to seniors in the greater Collin County, Texas area. Our community is just down the road from a well-respected hospital, and we are very close to the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve which our residents love to visit on a beautiful...
5701 Dexham Road, Rowlett, TX 75089
Everyone - all of them - are very attentive and kind. The food is just not very tasty to me. Veggies are not flavorful. Seems not very high quality. Would recommend Mercer Terrace highly.
The heartbeat of Mercer Place is our caring staff and homelike senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. Residents can engage in...
720 Valley Creek Court, Allen, TX 75002
I liked the home type atmosphere, it's very close to my house and it was a good price. They have struggled a bit with their staff, but have finally found some good people. The food was not that great at the...
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 10 to 13 residents per house and one of our houses specializes in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
3400 Miles Rd, Sachse, TX 75048
I would say I don't recommend them right now. Having huge issues with staffing. Just raised my mom's rent [amount removed] a month and cut menu items.
Join us at Ariel Pointe Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, where clear blue skies reach to embrace the horizon, and new friendships abound. Our active senior living community located in Sachse, Texas, invites residents to enjoy casual, easy living with a distinctive touch and...
3670 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075
Mom was here for 7 months until she passed away. I felt she received very good care; the facility is kept clean; the meals were very good. Her caregivers treated her with dignity and respect throughout her...
Ideally located in southwest Plano, Village on the Park Plano offers an active lifestyle with just a la carte supportive care for each resident. Beautifully designed for a carefree, amenity- and service-rich lifestyle, the community features luxurious, yet comfortable, accommodations where...
12400 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX 75230
We chose Juniper Village because of the room sizes and the flexibility of care. The staff is certainly very friendly and competent.
Juniper Village at Preston Hollow provides senior living including assisted living and Wellspring memory care. Our active senior living community is located in the prestigious Preston Hollow neighbor in Dallas, Texas. Our community features cozy living spaces, inviting common areas, nicely...
1201 High Grove Dr, Garland, TX 75041
We chose Abba Care because I felt really comfortable with the manager, she seemed very honest. They had Hispanics as well and that was something I was looking for. I love that I can walk in at anytime, there...
Abba Care is a family-owned and operated assisted living that has served Garland and the surrounding areas for more than 15 years. Designed and built from the ground up with the resident in mind, Abba Care houses 16 residents in each of its twin buildings. This means every resident is able to...
8312 Angels Dr, Plano, TX 75024
I have not moved in twenty years and was very apprehensive, but thanks to [names removed] the transition was smooth. They were always kind, patient, and helpful. . I am actually excited about this next...
McDermott 55 is a luxurious active adult community offering BRAND-NEW pet-friendly apartments in West Plano, Texas. Our 55+ residents have full access to both phases of the property, featuring unparalleled amenities, spacious floor plans, award-winning customer service, and a maintenance-free...
7001 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093
The facility is kept clean. The front office staff is great. The care staff are average. Moving in and getting accommodations for my dad's situation was easy. The food quality is good, but meal size is...
Prestonwood Court is very proud to call Plano, Texas our hometown. Combining the warmth of home with the amenities of a fine hotel, life at Prestonwood Court offers a world of possibilities. Socialize with friends in lovely, light-filled living rooms and lounges, find favorite books in our...
2645 E Trinity Mills Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006
They have treated my parents very well. Super friendly and caring staff. The fact that it is 1 story and apt layout is great. Spacious bedrooms and living area.
1501 W Campbell, Garland, TX 75044
He's doing well. We have changed hospice providers. We are now using Anchor of Hope and are very pleased with them as well as with Colonial Oaks. The staff is very nice and helpful. Of course, they need...
At Colonial Oaks Senior Living at Campbell Park, our personalized services are designed for those who desire the finer things in life. Since we believe life improves with age, we have created special services and carefree environment that promote independence and dignity without all of the...
6101 Ohio Drive, Plano, TX 75024
They are not so good with the activities. We picked this community, becasue it afforded my loved one, the opportunity to bring a dog, we liked the people and I talked to them on the phone. They need to...
The Legacy at Willow Bend is owned by The Legacy Senior Communities, a Jewish sponsored 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. Our mission is built around high quality health care, wellness and choice, we are able to continuously innovate and adjust to meet and exceed seniors changing needs.Located...
560 Prestige Circle, Allen, TX 75002
Usually long wait list as only few independent cottages there. Can't speak for assisted living. Good experience with the independent living. People very friendly there and small community. Would...
680 North Watters Rd, Allen, TX 75013
The meals could be fresher and healthier but the people there are very nice. We would recommend Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement to other families, however it would depend on their loved ones needs.
At Alexis Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
11409 N Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Vitality Assisted Living, and I must say it left a lasting impression. The staff members at Vitality are true gems. They go above and beyond to ensure residents feel...
Welcome to our new Chapter! The newly managed and reimagined Vitality Living Preston Hollow is a vibrant senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Unique to Preston Hollow are our Vivid Life programs, which help enrich our residents’ minds, bodies, and spirits that support...
The average cost of senior living in Richardson is 4,535 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University Park, TX with an average of 4,310 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:
Richardson, a suburb of Dallas, offers modern conveniences close at hand while providing easy access to Dallas’s vibrant city center. Within Richardson, residents enjoy local parks and the unique shopping and dining experiences available in the historic downtown area.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Richardson are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Richardson retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The cost of independent living in Richardson varies depending on each community. To learn more about independent living in Richardson and in the state of Texas, contact one of A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Richardson are rated very close to the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated near average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 100 | 104 | 98 | 99 | 101 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $93,356 per year | $53,050 per year | $77,496 per year | $38,457 per year | $44,135 per year | $7,521 per year | $837 per month |
The top hospitals that service Richardson include:
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Richardson’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, experiencing hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters. The average humidity level is 60%, and humidity levels are often highest during May at about 64%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 46°F | 55°F | 36°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 87°F | 96°F | 77°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 14.7% | 111,622 | 3,908 per square mile | 2.6 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4% | 16.4% | 9.6% | 17.1% | 0.1% | 3.2% | 53.7% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Collins County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 39.2% | 56.2% | 4.6% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Richardson include:
Outdoor attractions in Richardson:
Richardson’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is a bus and rail transportation service that operates throughout Richardson and connects it to other cities in the Dallas area. DART also offers paratransit services, and discounted fares for senior citizens. Taxis, and rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft, are also available in Richardson.
Sunrise of Fort Worth, Watermere at Flower Mound and Watercrest at Mansfield are the top-rated independent living facilities near Richardson, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 110 independent living facilities near Richardson, Texas. See the full list.
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