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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gilead, IN

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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
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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Kokomo provide independent living and assisted living senior care. A one-time refundable $1,000 security deposit secures the retirement home of your choice. We work with 3 month contracts instead of 1 year contracts.Apartments feature central air units and...
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. Wakarusa’s 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, our welcoming atmosphere...
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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.
Avalon Village Garden Homes is an independent living community that is located in the peaceful town of Ligonier, IN, which is in Noble county. The area that the community is built in is beautiful and very historic, and those who enjoy going to museums will have a good time when they check out the...
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It has been an incredible blessing to have been a resident here for over 5 years - I am moving only because of my job which is taking me out of state. My 2BR apartment has been a delight - spacious and...
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: 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.
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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.
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Gilead, IN

The average cost of senior living in Gilead is $2,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lagro, IN with an average of $2,484 per month.

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

Gilead, IN
$2,724/mo
$2,862/mo
$2,979/mo

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

Gilead, IN
$2,724/mo
$3,145/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$4,434/mo
Independent Living
$2,724/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,095/mo
Studio
$3,052/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,310/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,702/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,356/mo

Senior living costs in Gilead 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: Gilead, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGilead, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,724/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,322/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,434/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Gilead, IN:$2,724/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Gilead, IN:$3,322/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Gilead, IN:$4,434/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Gilead, IN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gilead 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
Gilead, IN$2,970/mo$2,406/mo+23.4%
Indiana$2,575/mo$2,609/mo-1.3%
National$3,101/mo$2,897/mo+7.0%
Gilead, IN
2024 average cost:$2,970/mo
2023 average cost:$2,406/mo
Percent change:+23.4%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,575/mo
2023 average cost:$2,609/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$2,897/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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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 Gilead

Recent reviews for independent living in Gilead

Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake, IN

5.0
Extended family gather here for special days like birthdays, Mother’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, New Years, etc. it is very affordable, delicious, accommodating time wise, and lets family join the resident(s) who has a harder time getting out. There’s no standing around and waiting for ...
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Edgewood Downs in Fort Wayne, IN

4.1
I would tell others that this is a nice place to live. The food is marginal. The communication with the staff was good and they were able to assist with answering any questions or concerns with my loved one.

Five Star Residences of Northwoods in Kokomo, IN

4.9
It's a really good place to live. I would like to see more people live here. People are so nice. They help me all the time. There is so much to do here, it's never boring. We play games, bingo, color, go on outings,parties.

Gilead independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilead, 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 Gilead 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 Gilead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilead, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilead 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 Gilead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilead, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilead 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 Gilead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilead, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.5%
47%
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Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne, Northwood Manor and Jefferson Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilead, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near Gilead, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Gilead, Indiana is Five Star Residences of Northwoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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