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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Marion County, IN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Marion County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Marion County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 34 independent living facilities in Marion County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Highwoods, Crows Nest and Meridian Kessler.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Indianapolis, Carmel and Westfield.
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Crestwood West is a five star community! The friendly staff are so welcoming it makes your day - you feel special and just like family. The affordable price for all of the amenities makes this place an...
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.
We offer a choice of lifestyle options for those over 55, with amenities and outstanding services at an affordable rate. Conveniently located on the west side of Indianapolis minutes from Interstate 465, near shopping, restaurants, and some of the countries best hospitals. Justus Community...
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.
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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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.
Benjamin Court is a 55+ independent living, affordable apartment community. Located in the Historic Fort Harrison area, on the northeast side of Indianapolis, Benjamin Court not only has luxury one and two bedroom apartments, but also an award winning full-service activities program. We strive...
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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My experience has been great. It's a very nice place to live. People are friendly. My apartment is large. There are activities to do. Not much more to ask for
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.
Nora Commons on the Monon, a new active adult community for seniors 55+, is now leasing spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes. Our convenient location places you within walking distance to the Monon Trail, shopping, resturants and entertainment. Adult...
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Loved the facility and the staff. Older community, very well kept and clean. Spoke with many residents as we toured who were visiting in the lobby and spoke very positive about their apartment and all the...
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.
Crestwood Living means living life to the fullest — enjoying friends and having the freedom to do all of the things you like best. It's comfortable, affordable senior living where one low monthly payment includes all utilities, free bus transportation, social activities, events and much more.All...
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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.
Crestwood Living means living life to the fullest — enjoying friends and having the freedom to do all of the things you like best. It's comfortable, affordable senior living where one low monthly payment includes all utilities, free bus transportation, social activities, events and much more.All...
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Cost of independent living in Marion County, IN
The average cost of senior living in Marion County is $3,178 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenwood, IN with an average of $2,978 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marion County, IN vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marion County, IN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marion County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Marion County, IN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Marion County
Recent reviews for independent living in Marion County
Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe in Indianapolis, IN
4.0
I had an awesome tour of this community. It is a really nice facility with kind people. My tour guide was very helpful, and informative. He gave my good information on elder care. The community looked nice, but the apartment I was shown was to small for my mother. It was a lovely experience ...
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Nora Commons on the Monon in Indianapolis, IN
5.0
We're very pleased with how things have gone so far at Nora Commons! It's a very nice looking, well kept community, and the people all seem very friendly! I really appreciate how on top of things they are when it comes to maintenance, my loved one's refrigerator broke and they had it replaced in ...
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Traditions at Reagan Park in Avon, IN
4.3
We have a gathering area with chairs, tables and umbrellas where many of our neighbors gather weather permitting in the evenings. Its in the center of our little housing group so it's right out front. Lots of good conversation and laughter. Wonderful neighbors.
Marion County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion County, 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 Marion County 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 Marion County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion County 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 Marion County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
46.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion County 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 Marion County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Traditions at North Willow, Five Star Residences of Clearwater and Sunrise on Old Meridian are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marion County, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Marion County, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Marion County, Indiana are Traditions at North Willow, Five Star Residences of Clearwater and Sunrise on Old Meridian. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Marion County
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Carmel, Indiana
- Westfield, Indiana
- Noblesville, Indiana
- Franklin, Indiana
- Fishers, Indiana
- New Palestine, Indiana
- Mooresville, Indiana
- Brownsburg, Indiana
- Whitestown, Indiana
- Plainfield, Indiana
- Zionsville, Indiana
- Danville, Indiana
- Greenfield, Indiana
- Greenwood, Indiana
- Fortville, Indiana
- Pendleton, Indiana
- Lebanon, Indiana
- Lawrence, Indiana
- Avon, Indiana
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