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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Smithson, IN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Smithson 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 Smithson. 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 18 independent living facilities in Smithson, 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 Bar-Barry Heights, Wabash Shores and Happy Hollow Heights.
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88 Floor plans available
9.5
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27 reviews
The nurses and support staff are great. Don't expect to get anything in a timely manner. (Window screen has a hole in it still after telling them for 4 months). People need to be aware that the elderly has...
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.
Let’s talk about senior living. For that, you want to love where you are, who surrounds you, and what you’re doing. Sounds like Five Star Residences of Northwoods in Kokomo, Indiana. The living and community spaces are elegant with just-right warmth. There’s so much to do and share here, it’s a...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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32 reviews
Five star Lafayette is a great community The employees do a great job. The staff is literally awesome. I highly recommend Five Star if you have a loved one needing care. It is a definitely a place worth...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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9 reviews
The staff at Jefferson Manor are wonderful, very friendly and helpful!! There seems to be a big turn over in some areas, but there are some constants. They know my parents and talk to them a lot. The...
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, Jefferson Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Kokomo. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. Jefferson Manor is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy...
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44 Floor plans available
8.8
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27 reviews
What I like the most about Aster Place is the shuttle to take me to appoints. Also the residents are social. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far .
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.
American Senior Communities is proud to present this exciting new option coming soon to the Greater Lafayette area. American Senior Communities have been serving seniors for over a decade with over 60 locations dedicated to the very best customer service. Located between IU Hospital- &...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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11 Floor plan available
8.0
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1 review
He loves everything about it! Nice, clean, nice floor plan, all utilities included and affordable! When I'm ready to downsize I will most definitely call you. Thanks for it all. You made it so easy and...
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.
Williamsport Village and Garden Homes provides an independent living community in Williamsport, IN. This community is a caring place for seniors to call home in a location that is beautiful and special. Williamsport is a part of Lycoming County, and it provides residents and their guests with the...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2626 Photos available
7.0
Review score
43 reviews
My mother who has Alzheimer's disease recently fell, fractured her pelvic and had to have in patient therapy. We chose Westminster Village because they are known as the best around. Also, because I work in...
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.
From its inception, Westminster Village has shared a strong bond with Purdue University. In fact, land for the development was purchased at an attractive price and with the encouragement of Purdue University and the Purdue Research Foundation. Developed and constructed by Presbyterian Housing...
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2.0
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15 reviews
It is a smaller community so it has a more cohesive community feel. Everyone knows each other and helps each other. The grounds are beautiful. They have lots of sidewalks. The food is good. They have several...
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.
One of the best things about our changing times is the way more and more people see themselves as they grow older. People have greater expectations of this time of life. They want to do more, learn more, maintain good health and be less burdened. No doubt you share those expectations. There is a...
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The room sizes are pretty good. They do a good job keeping the residents engaged. Some of the staff spend more time talking to each other than caring for the residents. The food seems pretty good. They have...
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.
Waterford Place Health Campus is located in Kokomo, Indiana, at the end of a quiet street, on a piece of land studded with ponds full of geese and fields of wildflowers. Our residents enjoy the serene privacy of our campus, but those eager to explore the surrounding community do not have 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.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Welcome HomeAutumn Trace is a privately-owned company with a history of operation in rural Indiana, specializing in a hands-on approach to catered independent and assisted living. With management close by, no issue is without a quick resolution and flexibility is always an option. We provide an...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Kokomo provide independent living and assisted living senior care. A one-time refundable $1,000 security deposit secures the retirement home of your choice. We work with 3 month contracts instead of 1 year contracts.Apartments feature central air units and...
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Cost of independent living in Smithson, IN
The average cost of senior living in Smithson is $3,568 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Royal Center, IN with an average of $3,176 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smithson, IN vs. nearby cities
Smithson, IN
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smithson, IN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smithson vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Smithson, IN by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Smithson over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Smithson
Recent reviews for independent living in Smithson
Five Star Residences of Northwoods in Kokomo, IN
4.9
It's a really good place to live. I would like to see more people live here. People are so nice. They help me all the time. There is so much to do here, it's never boring. We play games, bingo, color, go on outings,parties.
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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University Place, a CCRC in West Lafayette, IN
5.0
Four of my relatives currently life at University Place, and I could not be happier with the care they are getting and the lovely community in which they live. The staff is professional and friendly, and the place is always clean and well cared for. The dining service is top notch. It is always ...
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Smithson independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smithson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smithson, 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 Smithson 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 Smithson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smithson, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Smithson 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 Smithson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smithson, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smithson 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 Smithson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smithson, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Five Star Residences of Northwoods, Five Star Residences of Lafayette and Jefferson Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smithson, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Smithson, Indiana. See the full list.
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