Senior Living in Arlington, Texas

Arlington sits right in the heart of the Metroplex, about 12 miles east of Fort Worth and 20 miles west of Dallas in Tarrant County. It's one of the easiest cities in North Texas to reach for family visits, with Interstate 30 and Interstate 20 both running through the city, State Highway 360 along its eastern edge, and U.S. 287 crossing the south side. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is only about 20 minutes north, and the city's Via on-demand rideshare service makes getting around town simple, even for those who no longer drive.

📍 Why Seniors & Families Love Arlington

Arlington is best known as the entertainment capital of Texas, but it has also made one of the biggest public investments in older adults of any city in the region.

• A brand-new center built for adults 50+. Arlington's voter-approved ACTIV Center on Green Oaks Boulevard is a state-of-the-art, 72,000-square-foot facility for adults 50 and older, with an indoor pool, walking track, fitness area, pickleball courts, a community garden, and a full calendar of classes and events.
• Accessible outdoor spaces. River Legacy Parks offers more than 1,300 acres of nature along the Trinity River with flat, paved trails that are perfect for an easy, safe stroll with visiting grandchildren.
• Great spots for family visits. The Entertainment District puts Globe Life Field, AT&T Stadium, and the restaurants of Texas Live! minutes away, and the Levitt Pavilion downtown hosts dozens of free outdoor concerts every year.
• Programs that keep seniors connected. The city's EngAGE Arlington program runs daily activities, fitness classes, chair yoga, aquatic therapy, and a daily lunch program for adults 50+, alongside regular adult programming at Arlington Public Library branches.

Arlington has a deep medical infrastructure of its own, which means fast emergency response and top specialists without leaving the city. Most senior living communities here are only a short drive from excellent care, including:

• Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital: a full-service hospital serving Arlington since 1958, with comprehensive cardiac, stroke, and emergency care near downtown.
• Medical City Arlington: a comprehensive hospital in south Arlington, recognized among America's Best Hospitals, with surgical, cardiovascular, and emergency services.
• USMD Hospital at Arlington: a physician-led hospital known for surgical excellence and personalized care.

When you work with a Ruby Care advisor, we factor proximity to your loved one’s doctors and preferred hospital into every recommendation.

Cost depends on the level of care, the size of the residence, and the amenities offered. As a general starting point, monthly pricing in the Arlington area tends to fall in these ranges:

• Independent Living: typically from about $2,500/month
• Assisted Living: typically $3,800–$7,500/month
• Memory Care: typically $4,500–$8,500/month
• Residential Care Homes: typically $3,500–$8,500/month

💡 A quick note on Arlington pricing: Arlington often offers better value than Dallas or the northern suburbs at a similar level of care, and the city's central location keeps family in both Dallas and Fort Worth close by. Assisted Living and Memory Care in the DFW area usually combine a base rent (apartment plus meals) with a care tier based on how much hands-on help your loved one needs. When we tour communities together, we'll get you a line-item breakdown so there are no surprises.

Estimates for planning only; they change over time. Ruby Care’s guidance is complimentary, and we’ll help you find the real, current pricing for the communities you’re considering.