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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shawhan, KY

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Surrounded by lush landscaping in a beautiful country setting, privacy and beauty are yours within this Seniors only community offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. Situated in Frankfort, the city named as one of the most livable small cities in the United States for its abundance of...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
There comes a time when the reality of your loved one not being able to live alone must be dealt with. When you are faced with the difficult decision of what will be best remember that there are many options. In the beautiful Brayton area there are some really fine assisted living centers. They...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Riverview Bluffs is a senior housing community for residents 62 years and older, located in New Richmond, Clermont County, Ohio. Located along the Ohio River, New Richmond is a beautiful place to live. Its country atmosphere and the many events held by the river, New Richmond is a great place to...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Meadow Creek Townhomes is an affordable senior apartments for seniors 55 and older located in the beautiful country town of Warsaw, Gallatin County, Kentucky. Meadow Creek is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, parks, and more, being in walking distance to town. At...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Berkshire I & II is a senior housing community located close to the downtown area of the city of Harrodsburg, KY. This puts the community in close proximity to all the local shops, restaurants and businesses in the area. The 55 and older set will love the convenience. Residents will also love...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When it comes to getting the best in real quality senior care and senior living, may we recommend that you enjoy all we have to offer at Cypress Hills. We pride ourselves on providing the best in every aspect of our care, so that you will not have to worry about the one you love, because you know...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Shawhan, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shawhan is $2,710 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ewing, KY with an average of $727 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shawhan, KY vs. nearby cities

Shawhan, KY
$2,710/mo
$3,044/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shawhan, KY vs. the state and national average

Shawhan, KY
$2,710/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,502/mo
Independent Living
$2,710/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shawhan, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,985/mo
Studio
$4,636/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,538/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shawhan over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shawhan

Recent reviews for independent living in Shawhan

Elk River Senior in Georgetown, KY

5.0
At Elk River Senior everything seems good. I have no complaints. Everything here gets five stars from me. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is a good value. I am very pleased with this facility.

Morning Pointe of Lexington-East

5.0
I would like to thank the staff and the management for their hard work and compassionate care of my mother. It is never easy to trust someone else to care for your loved ones. They try very hard to make my mother feel at home, make her smile, and tailor her experience to meet her specific ...
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Dominion of Frankfort

4.4
Staff interaction/communication is excellent. They are taking very good care of mother in law. They relieved us of a big burden and have been wonderful. I would recommend to others, and I already have.

Shawhan independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawhan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawhan, 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 Shawhan 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 Shawhan 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
15.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawhan 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 Shawhan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawhan 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 Shawhan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.9%
46.1%
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Magnolia Springs Lexington, Richmond Place and Holiday Hartland Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shawhan, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 106 independent living facilities near Shawhan, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Shawhan, Kentucky is Magnolia Springs Lexington. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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