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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dexter, IN

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 30 independent living facilities in Dexter, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Codyville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Corydon, Santa Claus and Payneville.

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zipAveragecost: $3,555

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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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Dexter, IN

The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $3,555 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Troy, IN with an average of $3,094 per month.

Independent living costs in Dexter, IN, vs. nearby cities

Dexter, IN
$3,555/mo
$3,725/mo

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

Dexter, IN
$3,555/mo
$3,145/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Dexter, IN, vs. other senior living options

$4,758/mo
Independent Living
$3,555/mo

Independent living costs in Dexter, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,650/mo
Studio
$4,133/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,005/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,658/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,985/mo

Senior living costs in Dexter 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: Dexter, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDexter, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$3,555/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,219/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,758/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Dexter, IN:$3,555/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Dexter, IN:$4,219/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Dexter, IN:$4,758/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Dexter, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dexter 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 Dexter, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dexter 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
Dexter, IN$1,300/mo$2,200/mo-40.9%
Indiana$2,279/mo$2,451/mo-7.0%
National$2,796/mo$2,814/mo-0.6%
Dexter, IN
2024 average cost:$1,300/mo
2023 average cost:$2,200/mo
Percent change:-40.9%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,279/mo
2023 average cost:$2,451/mo
Percent change:-7.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,796/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Dexter

Recent reviews for independent living in Dexter

Treyton Oak Towers in Louisville, KY

4.0
My Mother and I got a really good vibe from this facility. She really loved it here and we know we made the right decision. This is a cat-friendly place and all of the residents are fairly nice. For activities, they have things like exercise classes, once a week they have a pool trip, and they ...
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The Villages at Historic Silvercrest in New Albany, IN

5.0
I could have not found a better place for my loved one to go other then this place. The staff are absolutely outstanding and made sure to accommodate her needs to the best of there ability. She has had no complaints about the meals and loves participating in the activities they have available ...
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Everlan of Louisville

5.0
This was a hard decision - made easier through the kind attention of the staff at Everlan. My Mother was living alone in her home and the time had come for us to choose a place for her to be safe, happy and available to enjoy her days. Everlan is that place. After touring numerous facilities, ...
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Dexter independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, 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 Dexter 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 Dexter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dexter, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dexter 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 Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dexter, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter 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 Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dexter, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
47%
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StoryPoint Louisville South, Traditions at Beaumont and StoryPoint Louisville East are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dexter, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 30 independent living facilities near Dexter, Indiana. See the full list.

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