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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cates, IN

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Crawfordsville, Covington and Danville.

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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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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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Cost of independent living in Cates, IN

The average cost of senior living in Cates is $3,144 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dana, IN with an average of $2,529 per month.

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

Cates, IN
$3,144/mo
$3,328/mo

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

Cates, IN
$3,144/mo
$3,145/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$4,580/mo
Independent Living
$3,144/mo

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

Studio
$3,467/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,866/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,355/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,705/mo

Senior living costs in Cates 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: Cates, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCates, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$3,144/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,680/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,580/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Cates, IN:$3,144/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Cates, IN:$3,680/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Cates, IN:$4,580/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Cates, IN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cates 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
Cates, IN$3,097/mo$2,830/mo+9.4%
Indiana$2,587/mo$2,446/mo+5.8%
National$3,004/mo$2,836/mo+5.9%
Cates, IN
2024 average cost:$3,097/mo
2023 average cost:$2,830/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,587/mo
2023 average cost:$2,446/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,004/mo
2023 average cost:$2,836/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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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 Cates

Recent reviews for independent living in Cates

The Oaks Manor in Oakland, IL

5.0
We initially feared Mom would not like being in assisted living, but she absolutely loves it at the Oaks Manor. When we do get her out for the day she is always ready to get back. She always mentions how safe she feels being there. The employees go way above and beyond what is expected and ...
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Cobblestone Crossings in Terre Haute, IN

3.9
So far everything’s been good.

Aster Place in Lafayette, IN

4.6
As indicated by my ratings we just feel Aster is a wonderful place for our mom however the food needs improvement. Luckily mom has a full kitchen in her apartment so does not use the dining room that often but the times she has she has been disappointed. We have heard that complainant from all ...
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Cates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cates, 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 Cates 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 Cates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cates, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cates 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 Cates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cates, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cates 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 Cates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cates, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Manor, Five Star Residences of Lafayette and Autumn Trace Senior Communities Attica are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cates, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Cates, Indiana. See the full list.
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