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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 202 independent living facilities in Dune Acres, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Cost of independent living in Dune Acres, IN

The average cost of senior living in Dune Acres is $7,048 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gary, IN with an average of $2,458 per month.

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, vs. nearby cities

Dune Acres, IN

$7,055/mo

Porter, IN

$3,224/mo

Burns Harbor, IN

$3,112/mo

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

Dune Acres, IN

$7,055/mo

Indiana state

$3,146/mo

U.S. national average

$4,083/mo

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$4,035/mo

Memory Care

$5,909/mo

Independent Living

$7,055/mo

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, by floor plan type

Studio

$2,413/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,129/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,687/mo

Detached Cottage/Bungalow

$4,467/mo

Senior living costs in Dune Acres 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: Dune Acres, IN

Column state: Indiana

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Dune Acres, IN	Indiana	U.S.
Independent Living	$7,055/mo	$3,146/mo	$4,083/mo
Assisted Living	$4,035/mo	$3,852/mo	$4,622/mo
Memory Care	$5,909/mo	$4,945/mo	$5,388/mo

Independent Living

Dune Acres, IN:$7,055/mo

Indiana:$3,146/mo

U.S.:$4,083/mo

Assisted Living

Dune Acres, IN:$4,035/mo

Indiana:$3,852/mo

U.S.:$4,622/mo

Memory Care

Dune Acres, IN:$5,909/mo

Indiana:$4,945/mo

U.S.:$5,388/mo

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Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dune Acres 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.

Dune Acres, ININ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Dune Acres, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dune Acres 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Dune Acres, IN	$3,133/mo	$3,269/mo	-4.1%
Indiana	$2,505/mo	$2,554/mo	-1.9%
National	$3,240/mo	$3,152/mo	+2.8%

Dune Acres, IN

2024 average cost:$3,133/mo

2023 average cost:$3,269/mo

Percent change:-4.1%

Indiana

2024 average cost:$2,505/mo

2023 average cost:$2,554/mo

Percent change:-1.9%

National

2024 average cost:$3,240/mo

2023 average cost:$3,152/mo

Percent change:+2.8%

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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.

Your Guide to Paying for Care

Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.

Your Guide to VA Benefits

The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.

Medicare and Medicaid

Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.

What families are saying about independent living in Dune Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Dune Acres

Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7

I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Tinley Court Catered Senior Living in Tinley Park, IL

4.3

My brother [Removed] lived there for 2 1/2 years. I can't say enough good things about this facility. He had a lot of health needs but was able to be there and maintain a good amount of independence. The staff were always attentive to him and responsive to me. They helped us find wonderful ...

Mather Place in Wilmette, IL

5.0

I like Mather Place because everyone is my friend: the people who live here and the people who work here. I can be alone if I choose but I can also always find an activity or a friend to spend time with. We care for each other, we help each other, we have fun together, and we respect each ...

Dune Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dune Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dune Acres, 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 Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Dune Acres, INNational

Nutritionist / dietician

24.5%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

30.4%

34%

No sugar

27.7%

31.4%

Vegetarian

34.2%

33.4%

Pureed meals

7.1%

7.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Dune Acres, INNational

Professional chef

34.2%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

41.8%

43.4%

Room service

35.3%

36.8%

Anytime dining

13.6%

17.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Dune Acres, INNational

Activity director

42.9%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

26.6%

28.3%

Community service programs

31%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

52.2%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

45.7%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

61.4%

54.9%

Piano or organ

38%

43%

Arts and crafts center

36.4%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

39.1%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

45.1%

47.4%

Live performances

42.4%

47.2%

Dances

27.7%

32.4%

Fitness center

39.7%

Fitness classes

44.6%

46.9%

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