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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Knightstown, IN

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66 Floor plans available
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The Traditions At Brookside facility has been nothing less than wonderful. The administrative staff, food services, nurses, beautician, and more have all been amazing. They had made transition to assisted...
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.
Traditions at Brookside is a licensed senior retirement community with no large entry fee or endowment. Residents are served by providing superior, yet reasonably priced accommodations and services in a peaceful, quiet country atmosphere.Traditions at Brookside welcomes you with all of the peace...
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I chose this community due to the cost and also the size of the apartment. The food is pretty bad and you don't have any choices unless you want a hamburger or hot dog. I have a medical reason for needing to...
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.
Since opening in December 1999, McKay Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Shelbyville. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. McKay Manor is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy...
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It is all I need. If it wasn't I would leave. I have 4 children in the area. They wouldn't let let me stay here if I wasn't happy. It is my Home. As I told you we are like a family here with the staff 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.
Nestled in the heart of Pendleton, you will find a quaint and charming community with a fullcontinuum of care - Rawlins House & Fall Creek Retirement Village.At Fall Creek, you will feel truly at home while you relax in your large apartment. With a widerange of spacious apartment homes,...
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I was looking at some of the ratings online and decided to schedule an appointment on their website. When we walked into the building we were a little lost at first. One of the staff members directed us to...
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.
Located in a beautiful, serene country setting, Bethany Pointe is close to shopping, physician’s offices, and medical facilities. Voted the Best Senior Living Facility of Madison County in 2014, we take pride in providing our residents with an incredible quality of life. Residents who are...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Living at Forest Ridge is designed for those who want companionship and excellent amenities in a safe and engaging environment. We offer a number of studio, one and two-bedroom floor plans, at an all-inclusive price, to fit the lifestyles of independent seniors. The hospitality-centered...
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. Rushville’s premier 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, a gathering area...
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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, 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.
Just a short drive from Indianapolis, Greenfield, Indiana prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere, friendly residents, and strong values. At Springhurst Health Campus, we’re no different. A recipient of the Alzheimer’s Association Achievement in Excellence, we’re honored to provide our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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, 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.
Hold on for a wonderful ride at Woodland Terrace of New Palestine. Life in this community is filled with joyful moments and fun events. The community’s dedicated team goes all out to provide attentive care and rewarding activities. In fact, one activity has been the talk of the town for years. 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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The food is ok, she doesn't think they season it enough sometimes. They have plenty of food, she says everytime she turns around it's time to eat.
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.
CrownPointe of Anderson is located on Anderson's east side near Anderson University. The campus includes a 56-apartment assisted living building, new luxury condominiums, patio homes and villas. The assisted living building provides 24-hour staffing, three nutritious meals each day, a...
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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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Anderson provide independent living and assisted living senior care. We're located in a cozy neighborhood with lots of access to outdoor activities. We have large garages, valet parking and extra storage space. On the inside, all of our apartments and townhomes...

Cost of independent living in Knightstown, IN

The average cost of senior living in Knightstown is $3,115 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glenwood, IN with an average of $1,512 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Knightstown, IN vs. nearby cities

Knightstown, IN
$3,115/mo
$2,945/mo
$2,598/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Knightstown, IN vs. the state and national average

Knightstown, IN
$3,115/mo
$3,168/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Knightstown vs. other types of senior living

$4,528/mo
Independent Living
$3,115/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Knightstown, IN by room type

Studio
$4,074/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,787/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,582/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Knightstown over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Knightstown

Recent reviews for independent living in Knightstown

McKay Manor in Shelbyville, IN

4.3
I am currently a resident at McKay Manor. My move in went well, I had no troubles. The staff is good. The housekeeping is good. Overall, I would recommend the facility to others.

Fall Creek Retirement Village in Pendleton, IN

4.5
My mom was in Rawlins house it was beautiful and the staff was so great. As she got worse they went out of their way to make sure she was taken care of and when things got harder for her they found ways to make sure she could get help if she needed it. That was one decision I will not regret... ...
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Bethany Pointe Health Campus in Anderson, IN

4.5
I bring my husband here about 4 hours a week and for the amount of time that we’re there, the rates are affordable. The staff is very friendly and very encouraging to him. He has trouble eating sometimes but they help him and encourage him to eat. They tell me whenever he socializes and ...
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Knightstown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knightstown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knightstown, 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 Knightstown 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 Knightstown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Knightstown, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Knightstown 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 Knightstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knightstown 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 Knightstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.1%
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Traditions at Brookside, McKay Manor and Fall Creek Retirement Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Knightstown, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Knightstown, Indiana. See the full list.

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