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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Handy, IN
If you’re looking for assisted living in Handy, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Handy or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Handy.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Handy for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 7 assisted living facilities in the Handy area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Crawford, Englewood and Ridgemede.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Martinsville, Bedford and Spencer.
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9.1
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31 reviews
Visiting loved ones at Brookdale Bloomington is always a delight. The activities and things the residents get to do are amazing. They even hosted a prom event for the residents that was so much fun for...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Here you can live your best life every day and never stop growing.At our assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or learning something new like yoga, you have choices for how you...
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8.0
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37 reviews
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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9.8
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57 reviews
I really liked Cedar creek. I was impressed with the place. Unfortunately my mom was only there a few months before she passed away in January
Provides: Assisted 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.
With spacious apartments, cozy community lounges, and areas designated for a variety of activities, Cedar Creek of Bloomington Assisted Living offers each resident the opportunity to create lasting friendships and warm memories in their new home. Our staff is expertly trained in Assisted Living...
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7.0
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3 reviews
She loves the socialization of the community. Communication with the director needs to be approved. Also, the food needs to be improved.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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12 reviews
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
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Hearthstone Health Campus in conveniently located at the corner of Indiana 46 West and North Curry Pike in Bloomington, Indiana; a community where one can enjoy urban amenities like a thriving arts scene and shopping district in the midst of a beautiful, forested landscape. For residents who wish...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Known as a vibrant, close-knit community, Bloomington, Indiana is a town where both residents and visitors alike feel at home. Stonecroft Health Campus is proud to serve Bloomington and the surrounding communities by enriching the lives of its residents and their families. Located near...
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Cost of assisted living in Handy, IN
The average cost of senior living in Handy is $3,973 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paragon, IN with an average of $3,574 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Handy, IN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Handy, IN vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Handy, IN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Handy
Recent reviews for assisted living in Handy
Bell Trace in Bloomington, IN
5.0
My mother got the very best care at Bell Trace....the rehabilitation was outstanding.
Brookdale Bloomington
4.9
Brookdale is a beautiful place, it's not too big or too small it's a perfect place for my mom. The staff has been amazing with my mom who suffers from alzhimers they have put in alot of time and effort in with getting to know her and me as well. It's the best facility we've got in Bloomington. ...
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Autumn Park Senior Community in Ellettsville, IN
4.0
Recommend to anyone willing to have this life style. My mom loves it there. I think some were given no choice by their family.Even so nice place. Caring staff(veteran staff that is).New staff not always helpful. Turn over is less than a year ago though.
Handy review score based on 42 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 7 Handy assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Handy review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Handy review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Handy assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 42 reviews of 7 Handy assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Handy resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Handy, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Handy assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Handy assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Handy, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Handy assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Handy that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Handy, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
71.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Handy assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Handy Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Handy, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
71.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Handy assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Handy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Handy, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
71.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Handy assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Handy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Handy, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
85.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
57.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Handy assisted 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 assisted living communities in Handy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Handy, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
71.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
85.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
85.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
85.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
85.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Handy
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Indiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Handy protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cedar Creek of Bloomington Assisted Living, Cedar Creek of Bedford and Brookdale Bloomington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Handy, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Handy, Indiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Handy, Indiana is Cedar Creek of Bloomington Assisted Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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