Independent living
Mesquite Gardens
Independent living in Mesquite, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1413 Range Dr, Mesquite, TX 75149 |
| City | Mesquite |
| State | Texas |
| Phone | 972-289-8454 |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | Section 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older. |
| Apartments | 48 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Mesquite Gardens in Mesquite, Texas is an affordable community for older adults age 62 and up, run by RHF. Some apartments are made to fit people who are mobility impaired. The site says a variety of grocery stores and medical facilities, including the local hospital, are within 4 blocks, and local transportation is available for doctor appointments and errands.
This is subsidized housing, which means rent is based on income. A resident pays approximately 30 percent of their income as rent, and if the resident qualifies, HUD pays the rest as a subsidy. Rent includes water, sewer, trash, gas, and an electric allowance. There is a one-year lease, and the security deposit is the same as one month's full rent, with a minimum of $50.
The community has studio and one-bedroom apartments. Studios are approximately 412 square feet, and one-bedroom and accessible apartments are approximately 532 square feet. Apartments come with a full kitchen, safety rails in the bathroom, individually controlled heat, an emergency call system, fire and smoke detectors, carpeting, and window treatments. The building has an elevator, an on-site laundry room, a community room, indoor mailboxes, an entry access system, on-site management and maintenance staff, and a parking lot that is free to use.
A Social Service Coordinator is on staff for residents' personal needs. The Resident Apartment Association plans weekly functions and monthly pot-lucks in the community room. Monthly activities include bingo, movie night, board games, pot-luck meals, seasonal activities, and knitting and sewing for RHF's Project H.A.N.D.S. There is also a puzzle and craft room used daily.
Mesquite Gardens is a smoke-free community. Pets are welcome with rules: fish and birds need no deposit, and small dogs and cats are welcome with a pet deposit, with a limit of one cat or dog per apartment and size and breed restrictions. The site says there is currently a waiting list, and people can call 972-289-8454 for the approximate waiting time.
Who pays for independent living?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- How to Pay for Independent Living: Rent, Income, and Rental Help
- What Senior Apartments Cost: Rent, Fees, and What the Monthly Payment Covers
Independent living guide · Paying for care
Common questions about Mesquite Gardens
Where is Mesquite Gardens located?
Mesquite Gardens is at 1413 Range Dr, Mesquite, TX 75149.
How do I contact Mesquite Gardens?
Call Mesquite Gardens at 972-289-8454.
How much does independent living cost?
There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for independent living?
No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.
What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?
Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.
Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?
Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.