Discovery Village at Southlake Independent Living

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Discovery Village at Southlake Independent Living

Discovery Village at Southlake Independent Living is an assisted living community in Southlake, TX.

Information last verified:

201 Watermere Drive, Southlake, TX 76092

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 164 reviews
5 stars
124
4 stars
11
3 stars
9
2 stars
3
1 stars
17

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Discovery Village at Southlake Independent Living Costs & Pricing

Discovery Village at Southlake Independent Living offers a range of living options that reflect the quality and amenities provided in comparison to broader regional and state costs. For a one-bedroom unit, residents can expect to pay $3,395 per month, which is notably lower than the Tarrant County average of $3,741 and the Texas statewide average of $3,761. However, for those considering two-bedroom accommodations, the monthly cost rises to $4,575, surpassing both the county's average of $4,099 and the state's at $4,215. Interestingly, the semi-private option at Discovery Village is priced at $5,275, significantly above Tarrant County's rate of $3,889 and Texas's average of $3,680. Lastly, studios are offered at $5,455 - a figure that also exceeds local and state averages of $3,659 and $3,758 respectively. Overall, while some options appear competitively priced within the region's market context, others suggest a premium positioning that may reflect enhanced services or community features tailored for independent living.

Floor plansDiscovery Village at Southlake Independent LivingTarrant CountyTexas
1 Bedroom$3,395$3,741$3,761
2 Bedrooms$4,575$4,099$4,215
Semi-Private$5,275$3,889$3,680
Studio$5,455$3,659$3,758

Overall Review of Discovery Village at Southlake Independent Living

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff communication is a big theme

Residents and families consistently describe staff who are caring and responsive.

Across the reviews, people repeatedly mention communication and follow-through, including quick help when questions come up and regular updates for families. Several reviews also describe specific caregivers and leaders as patient, professional, and focused on residents day to day. A smaller set of negative reviews criticize responsiveness, especially around call lights, night coverage, and how quickly staff arrive.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Dining quality splits opinions

Dining receives mixed feedback, with both praise and strong complaints.

Some residents and families say the food is excellent and that dining supports an enjoyable routine. Others complain about meal quality—describing food as gross or cold in rehab contexts—and mention limited or inadequate options during stays. When dining is positive, reviewers often connect it to the overall care experience and staff attentiveness at meals.

differentiator 13 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy is frequently mentioned

On-site therapy services are a consistent point of support in reviews.

Many reviews describe physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy as helpful during rehab, often noting progress and encouragement from therapists. Several families also highlight therapy availability as part of why they trusted the facility for post-hospital recovery. A smaller number of reviews raise concerns about nursing support and staffing levels in rehab settings, even when therapy itself is viewed more positively.

common 8 reviews mention this

Memory care leadership gets praise

Memory care leadership and daily interaction are highlighted in many reviews.

Reviews focused on memory care often single out the director and the care team for attentiveness, patience, and supporting routines for residents. Families also describe staff helping residents stay engaged with activities and providing frequent check-ins. There are also strong negative memory care reviews that criticize safety and care practices, including how staff respond to residents needs.

differentiator 2 reviews mention this

Costs are priced below benchmarks

Pricing is positioned below county and state benchmarks across unit types.

Price comparisons in the listing indicate the community is priced below both county and state benchmarks for each shown unit type. At the same time, some reviews still mention expense as a concern and criticize how care delivered matches what families expect for the monthly cost. Overall, reviews about value are not one-sided, even though the published pricing is comparatively lower.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers

Transportation

  • Dallas-Fort Worth International (9 miles away) Dallas-Fort Worth International (9 miles away)
  • Dallas Love (21 miles away) Dallas Love (21 miles away)

Care Services

  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Southlake, Texas, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple pharmacies, including Walgreens and CVS, located within a short distance, accessing necessary medications is convenient. There are also various dining options such as Whataburger, Chick-Fil-A, and Maria Cuca's Mexican Cuisine for meals out or takeout. In terms of healthcare, there are reputable physicians and hospitals nearby like North Hills Family Medicine and Methodist Southlake Hospital. Additionally, places of worship like Keller United Methodist Church and Gateway Church provide spiritual support for seniors seeking a sense of community. For leisure activities, there are cafes like Starbucks and Roots Coffeehouse to enjoy a cup of coffee with friends, as well as parks such as Capp Smith Park for outdoor relaxation. Overall, this area in Southlake offers a well-rounded environment with essential services for seniors considering senior living options.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Keller Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Whataburger (1.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.5 miles)
  • Maria Cuca's Mexican Cuisine (3.6 miles)
  • The Barn at Deloitte University (3.7 miles)
  • Moxie's Grill & Bar (3.9 miles)

Physicians

  • North Hills Family Medicine (2.1 miles)
  • Keller Family Medical Center (2.4 miles)
  • Cornerstone Family & Sports Medicine (2.7 miles)
  • All-Star Orthopaedics (3.4 miles)
  • Lighthouse Family Medicine (3.7 miles)
  • Fem Centre (3.8 miles)
  • Cook Children's Pediatrics (4.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Keller United Methodist Church (2.2 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Keller (3.2 miles)
  • Gateway Church (3.3 miles)
  • Wellspring Church (3.6 miles)
  • St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (3.9 miles)
  • Gateway Church (4.1 miles)
  • Gateway Church North Fort Worth Campus (6.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Methodist Southlake Hospital (3.3 miles)
  • Baylor Scott & White Hospital Medicine - Grapevine (5.9 miles)
  • Cook Children's Urgent Care Alliance (6.6 miles)
  • Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance (6.7 miles)

Cafes

  • The Market (3.6 miles)
  • Rosa's Cafe (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Roots Coffeehouse (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.7 miles)

Parks

  • Capp Smith Park (5.4 miles)
  • Bedford Bark Park (6.4 miles)

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