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I live in the memory care unit at the Altenheim because my husband has late stage Alzheimer’s disease. We live in a nice one bedroom apartment. We are given three good meals a day and there is a nurse who...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled on 32 beautiful acres, Altenheim hasjust what you are looking for in Independentand Assisted Living services. Relax in your lovelyapartment or garden home and discover the perfect mix of tradition and modern conveniences – with an extended family of friends and neighbors who enjoythe...
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We chose Otterbein because of the cleanliness, friendliness of the staff members, and she was familiar with the location since we grew up on Jefferson Street. The facility itself did not look like an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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All facilities seem to struggle to keep staff, but there was good continuity among direct care providers, which was very helpful. They were going through a really rough patch with management changes followed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gentry Park Senior Living offers independent villas, assisted living apartments, and memory care in Bloomington, IN that focuses on dignity, respect, and quality of life. We strive to be a place that seniors can call their home for life. Our villas and apartments were crafted and meticulously...
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I have been happy with my time here. I've lost my favorite nurse but I've been told it was her decision so I'm happy for her.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let the allure of county living and appeal of big-city services lead to Country Charm, an Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Greenwood, Indiana. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally...
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The facility is attractive and clean. The staff is caring and capable. Their target demographic is independent seniors. While they do offer special care for those that may need it, they are somewhat...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on 15-acres in a beautiful park-like setting, Bell Trace offers the flexibility to design a retirement lifestyle that meets your needs now and in the future.Our cottages and spacious apartments offer the privacy of independent living within a secureand vibrant community, while our...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It's your life.......so live it to the fullest at Miller's Senior Living Community. Mooresville's premier assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America's Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a welcoming...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Along the banks of the Ohio River lies a town where the past is preserved, the future is bright, and the present full of opportunity. City streets are lined with historic architecture, parks are thick with old growth trees, and something exciting is happening around every corner. Welcome to...
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Pluses- friendly staff; nice, clean, inviting facility (a place I'm happy to go to 3-4 times/week; they let you host parties there in several different areas for free; they seem to work on problems that need...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Traditions at Solana is a luxurious assisted living community located in beautiful and bustling Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. Our waterfront community is located at Keystone at the Crossing, providing a park-like setting with abundant walking paths offering gorgeous views of the White...
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Chuck here, this place is phenomenal!!! Call me personally and I'll explain what you'll miss out on if you choose another place. My personal # is [removed].
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It's your life......so live it to the fullest at Miller's Senior Living Community. Castleton's premier assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America's Greatest Generation, our Seniors. Miller's encourages more comfort and enjoyment during those precious retirement years,...
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They were very nice and toured us around the entire facility. We spoke to residents. Everyone was nice. During the move in process they kept in touch and were very helpful. Once my mom moved in though it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Your passions didn’t just disappear when you turned 70, did they? We didn’t think so. At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) you’ll have fewer chores and more time for adventures. Here you’ll have access to four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted...
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I would recommend to others. We picked this community for independent living.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My grandmother is a resident who moved in a few months ago. The facility is very nice and only a few years old. The staff is small but VERY caring. The residents are safe and well cared for. Meals,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Timber Creek Village Assisted Living of Shelbyville
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Crownpointe Retirement Community in Greensburg, Indiana is located 1 mile south of Greensburg on Highway 421 South. We offer private apartments with a variety of floor plans to meet individual needs and preferences.Our mission is to maintain your independence, safety and privacy by honoring...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Crestwood Living means living life to the fullest — enjoying friends and having the freedom to do all of the things you like best. It's comfortable, affordable senior living where one low monthly payment includes all utilities, free bus transportation, social activities, events and much more.All...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hold on for a wonderful ride at Woodland Terrace of New Palestine. Life in this community is filled with joyful moments and fun events. The community’s dedicated team goes all out to provide attentive care and rewarding activities. In fact, one activity has been the talk of the town for years. In...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It’s your life……so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Rushville’s premier assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a gathering area...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of independent living in Bartholomew County, IN

The average cost of senior living in Bartholomew County is $3,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin, IN with an average of $2,770 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bartholomew County, IN vs. nearby counties

Bartholomew County, IN
$3,035/mo
$3,135/mo
$3,125/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bartholomew County, IN vs. the state and national average

Bartholomew County, IN
$3,035/mo
$3,168/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bartholomew County vs. other types of senior living

$4,833/mo
Independent Living
$3,035/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bartholomew County, IN by room type

Semi-Private
$5,643/mo
Studio
$3,589/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,558/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,142/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,792/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bartholomew County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bartholomew County

Recent reviews for independent living in Bartholomew County

Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe in Indianapolis, IN

4.0
I had an awesome tour of this community. It is a really nice facility with kind people. My tour guide was very helpful, and informative. He gave my good information on elder care. The community looked nice, but the apartment I was shown was to small for my mother. It was a lovely experience ...
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Bell Trace in Bloomington, IN

4.0
The facility is attractive and clean. The staff is caring and capable. Their target demographic is independent seniors. While they do offer special care for those that may need it, they are somewhat limited with what they can do if the client is not mentally or emotionally sound. My mother's ...
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Traditions at Reagan Park in Avon, IN

4.3
We have a gathering area with chairs, tables and umbrellas where many of our neighbors gather weather permitting in the evenings. Its in the center of our little housing group so it's right out front. Lots of good conversation and laughter. Wonderful neighbors.

Bartholomew County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bartholomew County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bartholomew County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bartholomew County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bartholomew County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bartholomew County, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bartholomew County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bartholomew County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bartholomew County, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
56.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bartholomew County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Bartholomew County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
61.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.7%
46.1%
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Five Star Residences of Clearwater, Park Square Manor and Meadowood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bartholomew County, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 78 independent living facilities near Bartholomew County, Indiana. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Bartholomew County, Indiana is Five Star Residences of Clearwater. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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