Independence Hill Retirement Community sits in the Stone Oak area of San Antonio, surrounded by trees, neat landscaping, and walking paths, and it's been helping seniors since 1987 with Mr. Joel Katleman as Founding Partner and Ms. Michelle Voutour as Executive Director, though the facility isn't BBB accredited. The community has a mix of independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, home health, and adult day care, so folks can stay as needs change, and there's always 24/7 front desk staff and concierge systems at work. Apartments here come in several floor plans like 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and cottages, with things like kitchenettes, full-size fridges and microwaves, walk-in closets, laundry hookups, and private patios or balconies, plus the bathrooms include double vanities and have grab bars for those that need help.
There's help with maintenance, weekly housekeeping, linen service and even laundry, and staff can assist with daily needs like bathing, dressing, managing medicine, and more if needed in assisted living, while the memory care unit supports residents with Alzheimer's and dementia using rooms and routines set up to prevent wandering and confusion. The kitchens are restaurant-style, with chef-prepared menus and healthy meals served in bright dining rooms, and there are private dining spaces too. For social and leisure time, there's a swimming pool, dance studio, fitness room, billiards lounge, arts and crafts studio, movie theater, and computer center, along with a library, indoor and outdoor walking spots, card and game rooms, music and choir room, and guest suites for visitors.
Residents enjoy the cafe serving espresso, the coffee pub, and the country convenience store, besides having a beauty salon and barbershop on-site for personal care, and they can relax in the covered patio or take part in group or solo activities from gardening in the courtyard with the gazebo to BBQs. The community encourages getting out and about with scheduled transportation for doctor visits, prescription pickups, shopping, club outings, and regular trips, and there are faith services and Bible studies as well. Folks have an emergency response system, smoke and fire detectors, and sprinkler systems in apartments, as well as easy access to club privileges at the nearby Club at Sonterra for golf, tennis, and swimming if they choose.
Residents can join in a range of events and excursions, and the indoor atrium with plants and natural light offers another peaceful spot, which helps create a friendly, home-like atmosphere. There's Wi-Fi throughout, and apartments feature ceiling fans, window treatments, and large closets. The grounds have cottages with stone features and covered porches painted light green, and the pool has a rock water feature and shaded lounge chairs. Independence Hill has received awards like Best of Senior Living and Most Friendly for its activities and staff, and the on-site therapy, personal trainer, massage therapist, club membership, and skilled nursing are there for those who need more care or rehab. Independence Hill offers care and company at different levels, with a focus on comfort and a well-kept environment, and it allows people to enjoy retirement in a secure, comfortable place with as much independence as possible.
