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My dad is in the The Plaza memory care section of The Barrington. He is not an easy man to care for but somehow the caregivers do it with a smile and great attitude everyday. They genuinely consider him as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 new lifestyle can include security and a sense of wellbeing that comes from knowing that when you need care, it's right there. As Indianapolis' brand-new community, The Barrington of Carmel will offer state-of-the-art senior care capabilities, including a full array of services: assisted...
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I have had a loved one in 2 of the 4 Cardon Facilities in Hamilton Co. I can say Carmel health and Living has the most private Medicaid rooms in the county. They are spacious and very accommodating.
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.
Located in the heart of downtown Carmel, Carmel Health & Living Community offers a convenient setting within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and other attractions. Our rehabilitation success, combined with our proximity to local hospitals and an affiliation with local physicians from...
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My mother-in-law has been a resident for almost 2 years. Autumn Park rocks, the staff are very engaging, very attentive and address special needs wonderfully. The Apartments are very spacious compared to...
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 experience has been great. It's a very nice place to live. People are friendly. My apartment is large. There are activities to do. Not much more to ask for
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.
Nora Commons on the Monon, a new active adult community for seniors 55+,  is now leasing spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes.   Our convenient location places you within walking distance to the Monon Trail, shopping, resturants and entertainment.  Adult...
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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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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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, 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.
Bright and beautiful, Woodland Terrace of Danville will fill you with inspiration from the moment you come through the front doors. The stunning interior design with distinct spaces ensures you and your friends and family members will create lasting memories. Sit down at a table on the veranda...
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Thank you just does not seem appropriate; but there are no other words that I can say - the peace of mind, the level of care and the staff at Ivy Trace is exceptional. The facility is warm and inviting. My...
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.
Ivy Trace Assisted Living is a small residence of just 15 one-bedroom apartments. All on one floor, we have no steps or elevators to contend with. Our comfortable community living room is warm and inviting for watching favorite shows or movies on our big screen TV, enjoying musical...
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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.
At Summit Place West you will find all the comforts of home and then some. We feature studio apartments, one-bedroom suites, and one-bedroom deluxe, and two-bedroom suites. Each resident participates in a wellness program that includes a monthly health check by a licensed nurse. A resident...
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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Crestwood West is a five star community! The friendly staff are so welcoming it makes your day - you feel special and just like family. The affordable price for all of the amenities makes this place an...
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.
We offer a choice of lifestyle options for those over 55, with amenities and outstanding services at an affordable rate. Conveniently located on the west side of Indianapolis minutes from Interstate 465, near shopping, restaurants, and some of the countries best hospitals. Justus Community...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Outstanding eastside apartment community. Two bedroom apartments for $435/month including heat and water (2 for the price of 1)! Secure and quiet. On busline and close to interstate. Across from Churches, Grocery, and Shopping. Our maintenance staff is efficient and caring for the Home renter’s...
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.

Cost of independent living in Bear Wallow, IN

The average cost of senior living in Bear Wallow is $3,226 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stilesville, IN with an average of $2,694 per month.

Independent living costs in Bear Wallow, IN, vs. nearby cities

Bear Wallow, IN
$3,226/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Wallow, IN, vs. state and national averages

Bear Wallow, IN
$3,226/mo
$3,145/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Wallow, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,031/mo
Independent Living
$3,226/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Wallow, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,183/mo
Studio
$3,825/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,598/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,444/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,759/mo

Senior living costs in Bear Wallow vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bear Wallow, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBear Wallow, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$3,226/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,916/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,031/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Bear Wallow, IN:$3,226/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Bear Wallow, IN:$3,916/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Bear Wallow, IN:$5,031/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Bear Wallow, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bear Wallow and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bear Wallow, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bear Wallow have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bear Wallow, IN$2,139/mo$2,103/mo+1.7%
Indiana$2,468/mo$2,544/mo-3.0%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Bear Wallow, IN
2024 average cost:$2,139/mo
2023 average cost:$2,103/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,468/mo
2023 average cost:$2,544/mo
Percent change:-3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bear Wallow

Recent reviews for independent living in Bear Wallow

Harmony at Avon

5.0
I feel like the staff has been very friendly. The housekeeping is good. The move in process was easy. There has been some issues lately with a few complaints about the meals not being that good. I would highly recommend this facility.

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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Nora Commons on the Monon in Indianapolis, IN

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have gone so far at Nora Commons! It's a very nice looking, well kept community, and the people all seem very friendly! I really appreciate how on top of things they are when it comes to maintenance, my loved one's refrigerator broke and they had it replaced in ...
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Bear Wallow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bear Wallow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bear Wallow, 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 Bear Wallow 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 Bear Wallow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Bear Wallow 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 Bear Wallow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bear Wallow, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear Wallow 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 Bear Wallow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
39.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Traditions at North Willow, Independence Village of Zionsville West and Park Square Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bear Wallow, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 99 independent living facilities near Bear Wallow, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bear Wallow, Indiana are Independence Village of Zionsville West, Park Square Manor and Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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