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San Antonio, Texas, has risen to the top ranks of retirement destinations in the U.S. in recent years. Its year-round warm weather, walkable downtown, health care options, veteran opportunities, and relatively low cost of living naturally attract active and retired seniors. Seniors have a range of senior living options to choose from in San Antonio — including 10 independent living facilities that partner with A Place for Mom within a 10-mile radius of the city’s downtown alone.
In this guide to independent living for seniors in San Antonio, you’ll find a wealth of information on local costs, how seniors pay, local independent living features, senior demographics, and senior-specific resources and activities. With this hyperlocal data and information, we intend to help you find the most suitable independent living options in San Antonio.
Types of care available in San Antonio, TX
Independent Living
[Name removed] was a sales manager that helped us initially. She was wonderful with the move-in process and even helped us find some movers to help move my dad's furniture. The nurses and housekeeping people that I met were very nice as well as the staff in the dining room. I liked how the dining room felt more like eating out instead of a cafeteria, so I think that's really nice. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful. When I call the front desk to check on things for my dad, they're always very nice and friendly, and they know exactly who I am. I would recommend this facility. The William is a nice place. And is a good fit for my father.
I chose The Forum at Lincoln Heights because of the friendliness of both the staff and the residents here. As far as the food goes - So many of the dishes are covered with sauces or gravies. Offering the dishes with these on the side would be a major improvement. The vegetables are over cooked. They do have a good variety though.
My Mom, [Removed], has been here for 6 months and I am very pleased with the Timberhills community for her. It is a warm and peaceful community of caring people. She will have to transition to assisted living sometime soon, but for now it is a wonderful place for her.
15430 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78248
I feel like I can give most of those ratings only because I am constantly managing issues. I have to regularly bring things to the attention of staff because my mother-in-law won't or can't advocate for...
HEARTIS San Antonio is an assisted living and memory care community offering high quality, personalized care services in San Antonio, Texas. San Antonio is a thriving city highly regarded for its high quality of life, fine shopping and world-class dining and cultural opportunities. Home to...
4415 Rio d'Oro, San Antonio, TX 78233
Love the larger rooms. Staff has been very helpful and friendly. Really enjoy the monthly family lunch/dinners food is delicious. The only reason I scored a 4 is the remodeling. They have been dragging...
You’ll find the sense of community you’ve been seeking when you join our community in historic San Antonio, Texas. At our assisted living community, you can socialize with friends and neighbors in our comfortable, home-like common areas or retreat to your cozy, private sanctuary in one of our...
20302 Bulverde Road, San Antonio, TX 78259
The fact that the price goes up every year and being on a fixed income, the future did not look like golden years, but perhaps homeless, but I truly was happy. The food was just ok because leftovers were...
Emerald Oaks is the perfect choice for people with a passion for living who are looking for comfort, independence, security, convenience, and a friendly community in the place they call home. Month-to-month rent for studio, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom suites provide all-inclusive services including...
1207 Jackson Keller Rd, San Antonio, TX 78213
Overall we've had a great experience with The Gardens of Castle Hills. All of the staff are very caring except for one of the PCAs. Once I told the director about it though, she was much nicer.
Ventura Hills is located in a quiet neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas. We are very close to the North Star Mall as well as to Olmos Basin Park, both of which provide popular outings for our residents.We provide personalized care in a nurturing environment. Individual care plans are developed for...
9203 Cinnamon Hill, San Antonio, TX 78240
The staff were friendly, gave you hugs, have even visited us over here even though they work at the Etta -- a very family feeling. The William closed 15 May. We were given 30 days notice . Living at [name...
Welcome to a life of leisure and luxury at our upscale assisted living and memory care community in the extraordinary, historic and culture-rich city of San Antonio, Texas. Your fine living includes well-appointed common areas, a spacious private apartment and chef-prepared, restaurant-style...
6849 Crestway Dr, San Antonio, TX 78239
I would absolutely recommend Sodalis Windcrest at San Antonio. It's small enough that my Mom is well tended to and cared for. I do wish that there was a deeper cleaning in the apartments and that they would...
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
5962 Danny Kaye, San Antonio, TX 78240
Location was the first factor in our decision. Considering convenience for family members to visit our loved one. Of course we ensured proper care, cleanliness and respectful care from staff. The facility...
The Cottages on Danny Kaye- AThe Cottages on Danny Kaye - A is a 55+ assisted living community located in bright and beautiful San Antonio, TX. The assisted community is situated along a quiet stretch of shaded road and is close enough to nearby entertainment venues and eateries. The landscaped...
20500 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX 78258
It's not perfect, but she is very happy there and I am very pleased with the changes from the new director it is much better run now. The new director runs things in an excellent professional manner from a...
Independence Hill Assisted LivingIndependence Hill Assisted Living is a vibrant assisted living community located in San Antonio, Texas. We’re more of a resort than your traditional community because we offer high-quality amenities, incredibly beautiful grounds for you to enjoy, and outstanding...
6960 Pembroke Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240
We are very impressed having a well educated and licensed nurse in the home. Mom’s always busy doing something that she likes: dominos, crochet, painting, singing, and getting all prettied up for onsite...
About Us:We are Pecan Views Senior Care and we strive for excellence in care and compassion. We have a beautiful newly constructed facility in the medical center offering 6 private rooms in a home like setting. Meals are home cooked and made to taste for each resident. Snacks are also provided...
2739 Cembalo Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78230
This has been a wonderful experience for my family and loved one. The staff are very friendly and professional. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones.
Life at Adante Assisted Living & Memory Care revolves around modest luxury, personal freedom, and optimal health. Comfortable surroundings, social activity, delicious meals, accommodating staff, and a prime location come together on this unique campus to form a fresh and vivacious lifestyle....
10 Lynn Batts, San Antonio, TX 78218
Staff there generally nice and helpful but there are usually only a few that make the difference as in this business there is a lot of turnover in staff. It is a very good value for the money.
Colonial Gardens in San Antonio promotes a living center that is dignified, and does not strip the independence away from a senior. Memory care can be very complicated. We provide a senior living environment that can provide the safety and security that a senior suffering with memory problems...
8627 Lakeside Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78245
5 across the board except housekeeping. I found my parents' apartment needing more attention, e.g. bathroom sink, kitchen floor needed to be swept. There is only one licensed nurse (LPN) for about 60...
Grandview of Westover Hills-Serving the San Antonio and the surrounding communities, Grandview of Westover Hills offers Assisted Living and Memory care in the ideal environment for active seniors, as well as those who need a little extra help with daily care. We work with a variety of local...
16400 Blanco Road, San Antonio, TX 78232
This is a wonderful assisted living community. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure residents and families are happy and well cared for.
18610 Tuscany Stone, San Antonio, TX 78258
The staff here at Overture has been very helpful and courteous. The apartment sizes are good, I really have no complaints about the experience. I would definitely recommend Overture Stone Oak to others...
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11300 Wild Pine, San Antonio, TX 78253
Great experience overall at Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch. However, I understand this is an independent living facility, but when someone is in obvious need of physical help, there should be an exception made to...
ENJOY, EMBRACE AND EXPERIENCE for yourself the warm hospitality, value, and high quality that await you at Watercrest at Alamo Ranch. Landon Ridge at Alamo Ranch is San Antonio's newest community for active adults. Conveniently located in the Alamo Ranch area (1604/Culebra Rd). Landon Ridge at...
11349 Alamo Ranch Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78253
Recommend getting a camera installed in the room to watch over loved one. Most of the staff is great but there are always a few that aren't and it's usually the midnight shift. There are tons of activities...
Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch - The community that helps you live life to the fullest.In San Antonio, TX, discover Assisted Living and Memory Support that can open new doors to comfort and fulfillment.While attending to the tasks of daily life may be increasingly difficult for you or someone you love,...
230 W Sunset Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209
Friendly and caring staff, nice apartment- Mom didn't want it to look like a hospital room. Attentive staff with plenty of activity options. They look like they love their jobs. Super clean and good meals....
855 E Basse Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209
Dad seems to like the staff and the staff seem very caring towards him. He has his favorites, of course. For the most part his room is clean. Dad's laundry is done for him. I do have concerns that his...
Juniper Village at Lincoln Heights provides senior living including assisted living and skilled nursing. Our active senior living community is located in the Lincoln Heights and Alamo Heights neighborhoods of San Antonio. Our community features cozy living spaces, inviting common areas, nicely...
9000 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78240
Very attentive and excellent care. The director, [name removed], is always friendly, caring and has high expectations for the staff. [name removed], the head nurse, is compassionate and attentive to...
Your life can be as engaging, enjoyable and seamless when you join our upscale assisted living community that also offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. As an assisted living resident in our home-like San Antonio, Texas, community, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar, both on and off...
4154 Swans Landing, San Antonio, TX 78217
It is a small nice quite environment. They keep it very clean, my mom loves the food , anything she wants within reason they will get. They give everyone plenty of attention. I would stay there myself, if I...
21802 Encino Commons, San Antonio, TX 78259
Our loved one was only there for 7 days for respite care but based on that experience we would definitely recommend Franklin Park to other families'.
Franklin Park Stone Oak is in San Antonio, Texas and is a beautiful assisted living community in the heart of the city. We are in a convenient and incredibly secure area where residents can enjoy a variety of the amenities that we offer. Visiting hours are convenient throughout the day so that...
4331 Parkway Drive, San Antonio, TX 78228
We moved my mother to Parkway assisted living facility . The entire staff was caring and took great care of my mother. The care they provide is outstanding.This place is clean and the furniture is in...
6701 Blanco Road, San Antonio, TX 78216
This is a nice environment for seniors who can take care of their own daily needs-- I would recommend for mobile, self sufficient senior living. The are transportation arrangements available-- which is...
Wedgwood Senior Apartments is a 55+ Luxury Apartment Community that offers peace of mind in a gated complex. We are conveniently located in the Castle Hills neighborhood of San Antonio, across from the Park North Shopping Center, Alamo Draft House Movie Theater and close to the North Star Mall,...
5034 Newforest Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229
Very positive! It's a friendly place and well run. Highly recommended! We picked this community because of the affordability.
New Forest Independent Living is a community-centered organization dedicated to promoting autonomy and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities or elderly individuals who require assistance. Situated in San Antonio close to local conveniences, our community offers a range...
5034 Newforest Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229
Very positive! It's a friendly place and well run. Highly recommended! We picked this community because of the affordability.
New Forest Independent Living is a community-centered organization dedicated to promoting autonomy and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities or elderly individuals who require assistance. Situated in San Antonio close to local conveniences, our community offers a range...
The median cost of rent at a partner independent living facility in San Antonio averages $3,000 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s 2022-2023 proprietary data. This cost is higher than the average rent for San Antonio apartments; however, the cost of rent typically includes senior-friendly amenities and activities. Costs may include on-site services and amenities like the following:
The following costs represent average baseline costs and give a good cost comparison locally, though these costs don’t account for any additional fees, like our proprietary costs above.
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Seniors typically use a combination of private income resources to pay for independent living in San Antonio, Texas. And, seniors anticipating future care needs might also use public pay methods to cover home care or assisted living costs.
Below, you’ll find private pay tips, information on veterans benefits, Medicaid, Medicare, and public assistance resources that can help you cover independent living and senior care costs.
Private pay methods include all of your income resources — savings accounts, Social Security benefits, retirement pensions, and/or investment returns. These can all be used to cover costs at an independent senior living facility in San Antonio. Also note, Texas doesn’t have personal income tax, saving seniors from paying taxes on their Social Security benefits and/or retirement pensions.[02,03] Depending on your resources, you may also use a combination of the following payment methods:
San Antonio independent living facilities are not regulated by a state agency. They’re still required to comply with Texas’ general housing and apartment standards, though, such as the Texas Property Code and Fair Housing Act. But, if an independent living facility shares a campus or building with an assisted living facility (or ALF), they must comply with assisted living licensing and regulation requirements set forth by Texas Health and Human Services, also known as HHS.
Independent living facilities that share a campus with an assisted living facility are required to regulate the following in order to pass inspections and stay licensed:
Stand-alone independent living facilities don’t have strict inspection requirements, but they are required to comply with the state’s housing and apartment regulations for landlords and tenants. You’ll find it useful to learn about tenant rights, as it’ll help you find a safe and satisfactory living environment for you as you rent. Here’s a brief summary of tenants’ rights in Texas:
Before you move forward with terminating a lease or hiring an external contractor, it’s strongly recommended that you reach out to an attorney or a tenants association. Consulting a housing expert will help ensure that you don’t breach any lease agreements, and it’ll ultimately help you get the end result you desire. It’s also recommended for tenants to provide written notices to their landlord and to keep a copy of each notice as proof.
For more information on your rights as a tenant in an independent living facility, read the Texas Tenants’ Rights Handbook.
In Texas, federal nondiscrimination laws — such as the Fair Housing Act, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act (or ADA) — protect tenants from being discriminated against due to their disability. This prohibits independent living facilities from refusing housing due to an individual’s disability. Furthermore, these laws require housing providers to provide disabled individuals with reasonable accommodations and modifications in housing, programs, and activities.
If you’re a senior with a disability, you have the right to request reasonable accommodations and modifications within the independent living facility. Reasonable accommodations are defined as changes to facility policies and could include the following:
Modifications are structural changes to common areas and individual units and could include the following:
These nondiscrimination laws apply to all independent living facilities in San Antonio. Independent living facility owners are required to pay for such modifications unless providing them would pose an undue financial or administrative burden. For more information, see this detailed infographic on reasonable accommodations and modifications.
Neither San Antonio nor Texas have any specific COVID-19 regulations in place for independent living facilities. However, independent living facilities with an assisted living facility (or ALF) on-site, must comply with ALF standards set forth by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (or the HHSC). Assisted living facilities are required to develop their own infection prevention and control measures regarding masks, physical distancing, and additional protocols for personal protective equipment (PPE) during an active infection or outbreak.
San Antonio aspires to support its increasing aging population through the implementation of a Senior Services Strategic Plan. It was created to evolve senior support services throughout the city, including plans to enhance programming in city senior centers, expand medical services, and generally support local seniors as they age. Likewise, you’ll see that the San Antonio independent senior living scene tries to support aging seniors by expanding services, amenities, and floor plan options to keep up with unique needs.
Here’s an overview of some of the most unique features of San Antonio independent living facilities:
Some of the most popular independent living communities in San Antonio promote aging in place by offering tiered levels of care. Most of our partnering communities typically have an assisted living unit on-site, while some also offer memory care, respite care, and/or skilled nursing wings. The multiple care options enable seniors to age gracefully and with peace of mind, as increased care needs won’t warrant a move.
These communities also aim to minimize daily stressors for residents by providing convenient services and security. In most of our partnering communities, residents don’t have to worry about cleaning, cooking, or driving, unless it’s something they want to do. Staff members offer housekeeping and laundry services, daily meals, and complimentary transportation. Furthermore, some communities aim to ensure resident safety by employing 24-hour staff, using robust security systems, and providing emergency call systems throughout the community.
San Antonio independent living facilities pride themselves in offering a range of activities and amenities that actively engage residents of all interests. Some of the most common amenities include the following:
As far as activities go, the possibilities are endless. Many San Antonio communities cater to residents’ interests and adjust resident programming accordingly. Communities often host the following activities and events:
Resident comfort is one of the top priorities in all of our partner San Antonio independent living facilities. That’s precisely why communities offer multiple floor plans to help ensure their residents find a home suitable to their desires. From cozy studio units to spacious three-bedroom homes, residents will find something that checks all their boxes. Most units feature a kitchenette, a dining and living area, and at least one spacious closet. Additionally, all in-network communities are pet-friendly, enabling pet friends to come live with their beloved owners.
A few communities even offer a little more privacy and room with individual cottage layouts. While higher in price, these cottages typically have a full kitchen, an individual climate control, a garage, and private patios. Some even offer multiple walk-in closets, a den, or an atrium. Plus, residents don’t have to worry about landscaping as community staff will handle it.
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Percentage of San Antonio seniors 65+ that are retired from the workforce, according to the U.S. Census Bureau
San Antonio has a wealth of health care options for seniors and veterans. Here’s some information on the city’s top-rated medical care facilities:
Methodist Hospital is No. 1 in San Antonio and No. 13 in Texas, according to U.S. News and World Report. It is high performing in 11 procedures and conditions, including diabetic care, kidney failure, and post-stroke care.
Baptist Medical Center is No. 2 in San Antonio. It’s high performing in nine procedures and conditions, including some cancer surgeries, heart failure, and diabetes.
Brooke Army Medical Center is the largest and most robust military health care organization in the U.S. It serves military service members, veterans, their families, and civilian emergency patients. It’s known for its exceptional, patient-centered care and for treating combat causalities and trauma.
Seniors can utilize many means of transportation in San Antonio — drive their own car, use public transportation, and depending on the neighborhood, even walk or bike. Our partner independent living facilities in San Antonio also offer on-site transportation services to residents. This provides convenience and aims to minimize any safety risks for residents looking to get from place to place. In fact, 100% of our San Antonio partner independent living communities offer complimentary transportation. Depending on the community, rides may be limited to errands and appointments.
If a senior is more active and independent, or if you’re a family member looking to visit and take them around downtown, you may want to look into VIA Metropolitan Transit options, including buses, ride share, and paratransit services throughout the city. Seniors 62+ can ride for only a quarter Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and receive free rides on Saturday and Sunday. Seniors must obtain a VIA Reduced Fare ID to receive their senior discounts.
These scores from WalkScore might also help you get a better feel for the San Antonio downtown area. Keep in mind that this data reflects downtown, not the entire city. Each score is out of 100 and is based on downtown’s public density, transportation system, walking and biking routes, and other city information:
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San Antonio is a hub for unique senior activities. Seniors can find something for all of their interests — explore niche museums and expansive parks in the city or travel two hours to stroll sunny beaches and enchanting woodlands. In San Antonio, seniors and loved ones will find themselves surrounded by a world of activities and various landscapes. Here are some activities favored by seniors in San Antonio:
These attractions are great for history buffs:
Arts and culture lovers will enjoy these attractions:
Nature enthusiasts will feel right at home in these attractions:
Keep in mind that some independent living facilities will plan day trips and outings to similar attractions. Also, remember to ask for senior discounts or accommodations for disabilities when planning visits.
Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, Gemstone at Bulverde and Adante Independent Living are the top-rated Independent Living facilities near San Antonio, TX. These Independent Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Independent Living in San Antonio is 3,887 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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