Independent living

Your days. Your way.

A residence of your own at The Terraces at Kingwood, with chef-prepared meals, housekeeping and maintenance in one monthly rate, and neighbors down the hall.

Offered at
1 community
Where
Texas
On Google
4.6 84 reviews
Monthly rate covers
Meals, housekeeping and upkeep
A couple heading out for the day, car keys in hand
Two friends laughing together on a shaded porch with mugs of tea
A welcoming front door with pots of flowers and a woven doormat

What independent living is

More time for the people and pastimes you enjoy

Independent living is for seniors who manage their own personal care and want less home upkeep. At The Terraces, meals, housekeeping and maintenance leave more time for friends, interests and plans of your own. Help with bathing, dressing or medication is not included.

You keep your independence, your schedule and your car, with more time for the people and pastimes you enjoy.

A day at The Terraces

What a day can look like

  1. Bistro bar pond view at The Terraces at Kingwood

    8:00 am

    Coffee by the pond

    Start slow in the bistro, with a view of the fountain and whoever wanders in.

  2. Restaurant dining room at The Terraces at Kingwood

    11:30 am

    Lunch with neighbors

    Chef-prepared meals in the restaurant, and a table of friends when you want one.

  3. Two friends playing billiards in the game room

    2:30 pm

    Something new to try

    Painting in the art studio, a swim in the heated pool or a game of billiards.

  4. Atrium lounge piano at The Terraces at Kingwood

    7:30 pm

    Music in the piano lounge

    A resident at the piano, a movie in the theater, or a quiet night at home.

Times are a typical day at The Terraces. Every day is your own, so join in as much or as little as you like.

A woman reading in a sunlit window seat with a cup of tea beside her

Is it right for you?

Signs it could be a good fit

Many people move while life is going well, so they can enjoy it, rather than waiting until a move feels urgent.

  • Keeping up a house takes more time than you would like
  • You would enjoy company at dinner more often
  • You drive less than you used to, or would like to
  • Friends have moved and evenings feel quiet
  • You want a plan in place before you need more support
  • You would rather lock the door and travel without worry

On Google

Rated by the people who visit and live here

4.6 Average of 84 Google reviews
  • When I toured The Terraces, I immediately felt at home. Since I moved in, it has been the best decision I have ever made! The Terraces is a home that I love!

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • There is also a wide range of activities to enjoy, including crafts, paint-and-sip events, bingo, chair volleyball, axe throwing, and so much more. There is always something engaging and fun happening.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • I feel part of a safe, caring, and friendly community, surrounded by friends.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • Also the staff is warm and helpful, as are the residents. … We are a family.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • The Terraces of Kingwood made my dad’s transition from living in his home to independent living truly seamless. What could have been an overwhelming and emotional process - over the course of a few months - instead felt smooth, supportive, and surprisingly uplifting.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • My Mom has lived here for 4 years. The staff is very friendly and helpful. My Mom has been able to age in place and enjoy so many activities. She has made lots of friends too.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • Beautiful place to live, staff is amazing, food is phenomenal, lots of activities. Residents all seem very happy and friendly. My mom is there and loves it.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • The community is beautiful, thoughtfully designed, and has a true sense of home rather than feeling like a facility. Every team member I encountered greeted us with a smile, and it was clear they genuinely cared about the residents.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • The new look at The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center is refreshing, warm, and truly feels like home. The updates have created a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

  • The community is beautiful, but what stood out most was the welcoming atmosphere. The residents and staff were genuinely happy, and you could feel the sense of community throughout the event.

    Google reviewThe Terraces at Kingwood

Included

What the monthly rate covers

The Terraces page lists the details and anything that costs extra.

  • Your own residenceStudios, one-bedrooms and two-bedrooms
  • Chef-prepared mealsIn the restaurant and the bistro
  • Housekeeping and linensWeekly, so your time is your own
  • MaintenanceRepairs and upkeep handled
  • Scheduled transportationErrands, appointments and outings
  • Fitness and wellnessClasses, the gym and the heated pool
  • Social events and outingsSomething on the calendar every day
  • A team on site24 hours a day
What it costs

Compare a month at home with a month at The Terraces

Add what you spend each month at home, and see what the monthly rate at The Terraces already covers. Actual costs depend on the residence you choose, so the team can give you an exact rate.

Ways to pay for senior living

Residents typically pay through retirement income, savings, investments or proceeds from a home sale. Elderlife Financial, a SilverAssist company, can walk you through your options at no cost, including a short-term loan to bridge the timing.

Explore financial help

Compare it with staying at home

Other monthly expensesTotal of the expenses below
$1,170

One monthly rate covers it all

Home $0  |  Saga a month

Good to know

What may cost extra

The monthly rate at The Terraces covers your residence, meals, housekeeping, maintenance and the activity calendar. These are the extras families ask about most. Ask each community for its list, and how often rates are reviewed.

  • A one-time community fee when you move in
  • A second person sharing the residence
  • The full-service salon
  • Nights in the guest suite for visiting family
  • Phone, cable or internet in the residence

Personal care, such as help with bathing or medication, which independent living does not include. Some residents arrange it through an outside home care agency.

Living options

How independent living compares

  1. You are here

    Independent living

    Your own residence, with meals, housekeeping and upkeep included. No daily care in the plan.

    At The Terraces at Kingwood

  2. Assisted living

    Your own residence, plus a personal care plan for routines like bathing, dressing and medication.

    At Tarina of Kingwood, Tarina of Cypresswood, Tarina of Stockton, Novellus Clairemont

  3. Memory care

    A secure, calm setting and a team trained in dementia care around the clock.

    At Tarina of Kingwood, Tarina of Cypresswood, Barton House

Compare all three side by side
Independent livingAssisted livingMemory care
Who it fitsSeniors who manage daily routines on their ownSeniors who would like help with some daily routinesPeople living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia
Daily helpNot part of the plan, with a team on site around the clockA personal care plan for bathing, dressing, medication and moreCare around the clock from a team trained in dementia care
The settingYour own residence; come and go as you likeYour own residence, with support close byA secure setting built around familiar routines
Meals, housekeeping and activitiesIncludedIncludedIncluded
Where at SagaThe Terraces at KingwoodTarina of Kingwood, Tarina of Cypresswood, Tarina of Stockton, Novellus ClairemontTarina of Kingwood, Tarina of Cypresswood, Barton House

Still deciding? Read Independent living or assisted living: how to tell, or bring our questions to ask on a tour.

Visit

Come and see it for yourself

Tour in person, join a live video tour, or come for lunch. Pick the way that suits you, and bring your questions.

A teacup on a sunlit windowsill beside a small plant

Where to find it

Independent living at The Terraces

Your own residence in Kingwood Town Center, set around a pond and fountain, with meals, housekeeping and transportation handled. Enjoy the indoor heated pool, art studio, classes and outings when you choose.

Costs

How families pay for independent living

Your residence, meals, housekeeping, maintenance and scheduled transportation come together in one monthly rate. Compare that with what you pay separately at home today, then ask the team about any additional charges.

  • Income and savings

    Pensions, Social Security, savings and investments.

  • Sale of a home

    Many residents use the proceeds of selling a house.

  • Elderlife financing

    A short-term bridge while a home sells.

  • Compare your costs

    Add up what you spend at home today and see how it compares.

Independent living is usually paid privately. Medicare does not pay for it.

Questions families ask

Who is independent living for?

Seniors who live on their own without help with daily routines, but would like to hand off cooking, cleaning and home upkeep and live among neighbors.

How is it different from assisted living?

Independent living includes meals, housekeeping and activities but no personal care. Assisted living adds help with routines such as bathing, dressing and medication.

What is the difference between a senior apartment and independent living?

Many senior apartment buildings offer only the apartment. Independent living at The Terraces also includes chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, maintenance, scheduled transportation and a full activity calendar in the monthly rate.

What if my needs change later?

If you later need personal care, talk with the team about your options. Tarina of Kingwood is a separate Saga community nearby offering assisted living and memory care. Any move depends on assessment and availability.

Can I keep my car?

Yes. Residents are welcome to keep a car, and scheduled transportation is there when you would rather not drive.

Do I have to join the activities?

Never. Join in as much or as little as you like.

Can I visit first?

Yes. Tour in person, join a live video tour, or come for lunch in the restaurant.

Schedule a tour

Come see it for yourself.

Choose the kind of visit that suits you. No pressure, no commitment.

  • In-person tourMeet the team, explore the community and see a residence during your visit.
  • Virtual tourA live video walk-through for family who live out of town.
  • Come for lunchJoin us for lunch, meet a few neighbors and get a feel for daily life.

What to expect: Plan for 30 to 60 minutes to meet the team, see the community and ask questions. Allow more time if you join us for a meal.

Schedule a tour

Pick a day and time that works for you, and the community team will confirm it.

Prefer to talk first? Call the community directly.

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