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Retirement Communities

By Terri Rimmer

Here are some of the best retirement communities in Fort Worth and Dallas, TX:

At Trinity Terrace the motto is “We celebrate life.” They tout themselves as the only continuing care retirement community. As a resident you receive unlimited stays at their health care center with no increase in the monthly fee. They offer spacious den and studio apartments and are located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth at 1600 Texas Street. The Trinity Terrace Foundation is the charitable arm of the company. The facility has a restaurant-style dining room with a trained chef. Residents plan their own days and live at their own pace. Trinity Terrace may be reached at 800-841-0561.

Hill Villa Retirement Community is located near the cultural district at 8000 Calmont Avenue. They have month-to-month rent with no long-term leases or buy-in fees. Meals are served daily and household maintenance is available. Weekly housekeeping and linen service and scheduled transportation are also available. All utilities are paid and emergency systems are installed in each apartment. There are a variety of floor plans to choose from. Monthly rent includes all basic services. There are exercise classes, music guests, ceramics, educational opportunities, movies, and scheduled outings among other activities. For more information call 817-560-0346.

Fairview Retirement Community is located in historic Fort Worth. They are a newly constructed, three-story building with modern features. This community housing was formed, according to their website, to ensure that all seniors enjoy a comfortable lifestyle regardless of income. Applicant or applicant’s spouse must be 62 years old or older. Rent and utilities are based on 30 percent of a person’s adjusted gross income. Average apartment size is 520 square feet and most facilities are equipped with a community room and laundry facilities. Interpretive services are available upon request. Located at 7832 Chapin Road they may be reached at 800-735-2989.

Broadway Plaza at Cityview is luxury retirement living. They are considered a full-service retirement community. There is no entrance fee but an all-inclusive monthly rent and one-time security deposit. Located at 5301 Bryant Irvin Road they may be reached at 817-294-2280.

Meadowstone Place was one of the first retirement communities to be built in Dallas. Built by Spectrum Properties, it is independent retirement living with delicious meals served daily and lunch tours are available. One and two-bedrooms are available. Services include a health care liaison, health care programs, covered parking, full-size apartment homes, fully-equipped kitchens, washer/dryer connections, door-to-door garbage pick-up, and other services. Optional services include beauty salon, housekeeping, guest suites, and other features. Located at 10410 Stone Canyon Road they may be contacted at 214-987-0943.

The Waterford At Fort Worth is located at 6799 Granbury Road near the local university. They describe themselves as elegant, affordable, and chore-free. There are privacy areas for visitors and a trained staff in this stress-free environment. They may be reached at 877-357-7432.

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