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The cost of independent living in Bedford is about $3,725 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 24 options. Read 217 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of 1019 Belles Place of Bedford
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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The minute the owners took over my air conditioning in July repair, the ramp was repaired and any questions that I has were responded in a day! This is getting lighting outside, installed and doors with...
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.
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Photo of Autumn Trace Senior Communities Bedford
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8.0
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I would recommend to others. We picked this community for independent living.
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.
Photo of Meadowood
3535 Photos available
9.5
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11 reviews
9.5
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I have been at Meadow Senior Living 13 months and find it to be accomodating to its patrons. The food is lyxcellent, Lodging to my liking with Sumporch for writing etc. The staff throughout the facility is...
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.
Nestled in the rolling hills just north of the Indiana University campus, Meadowood is eager to showcase our premiere Retirement Community. Proudly serving Monroe County and surrounding communities since 1983. Meadowood is a leader in providing top quality retirement living, resident service...
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Photo of Independence Village of Columbus
1717 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.5
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44 reviews
9.5
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44 reviews
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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.
Parkside Court provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds within Columbus, the architectural capitol of America, you'll be charmed by the graceful elegance of our facilities and the convenience of our community. We're just...
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Photo of Holiday Redbud Hills
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2121 Floor plans available
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9.3
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9.3
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Red Bud was a great place for my mother, so much so that she improved and was able to make to completely independence living!
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.
Redbud Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Rated as one of the top 10 retirement cities by both AAA and AARP, you'll love our pristine grounds conveniently situated close to all the things that make life rich. We're minutes from shopping, healthcare...
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Photo of Traditions of Columbus
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66 Floor plans available
9.0
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22 reviews
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He needed a higher level of care and they were making us pay extra for a sitter. Could improve Training of staff to take care of dementia patients better and understand the disease process. I did like the...
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.
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Photo of GreenTree at Westwood
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8.9
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12 reviews
8.9
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We have not had much yet in the way of patient/resident care.. The food is good and the wait time to get your meal is not long. There are a lot of activities but at this point in time, mom makes the choices...
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.
GreenTree Catered Life offers a new senior housing alternative that combines residential apartment living, hotel like services, and access to personal care assistance. Our apartment styles range from cozy and economical alcove studios to more spacious three bedroom suites.Residents can decorate...
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Photo of Astral at Franklin
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Overall experience has been pretty positive. I would rate it at a 5. Cleanliness. Rate at a 5. The entire facility is very clean and well taken care of. Maintenance responds quickly and does a good job...
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.
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Photo of Gentry Park Senior Living
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8.0
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37 reviews
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All facilities seem to struggle to keep staff, but there was good continuity among direct care providers, which was very helpful. They were going through a really rough patch with management changes followed...
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.
Gentry Park Senior Living offers independent villas, assisted living apartments, and memory care in Bloomington, IN that focuses on dignity, respect, and quality of life. We strive to be a place that seniors can call their home for life. Our villas and apartments were crafted and meticulously...
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Photo of Bell Trace
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12 reviews
6.5
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The facility is attractive and clean. The staff is caring and capable. Their target demographic is independent seniors. While they do offer special care for those that may need it, they are somewhat...
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.
Situated on 15-acres in a beautiful park-like setting, Bell Trace offers the flexibility to design a retirement lifestyle that meets your needs now and in the future.Our cottages and spacious apartments offer the privacy of independent living within a secureand vibrant community, while our...
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Photo of Legacy Living of Jasper
2424 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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We toured other facilities and Legacy Living was by far the cleanest and most organized. They have lots of activities offered for the residents such as golfing and they have a movie theater. The food was...
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 Jasper, IN, Legacy Living Jasper offers specialized programs of care designed to accommodate the various needs of our residents.Our inspiration for Legacy Living comes from this bright and inviting Jasper community. Our team provides concierge-level amenities based on your choices and...
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Photo of Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community
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3.0
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4 reviews
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We chose Otterbein because of the cleanliness, friendliness of the staff members, and she was familiar with the location since we grew up on Jefferson Street. The facility itself did not look like an...
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.
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Everyone there is super friendly and goes above and beyond in their care for the residents. The facility is always spotless and the activities are awesome.
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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My grandmother is a resident who moved in a few months ago. The facility is very nice and only a few years old. The staff is small but VERY caring. The residents are safe and well cared for. Meals,...
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.
Photo of Parkview Village
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.
Parkview Village is a not-for-profit facility with a warm environment and surrounded by friendly people with Christian values.  We operate with integrity in a trust-worthy atmosphere and will strive to provide for the needs of all our residents.  Located within the beautiful...
Photo of Skyline Suites
55 Photos available
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.
Skyline Suites was first opened in May of 2018. Our staff and partners have over 75 years of combined experience in senior care. We have twice been voted "Best Assisted Living facility" by local publications. We are a family owned and operated small business located in Salem, Indiana. Skyline...
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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.
Photo of Grand Valley Garden
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.
Photo of St Charles Health Campus
77 Photos available
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.
The fertile banks of the Patoka River have given rise to a community where families, friendships, and hometown values flourish, making Jasper, Indiana the perfect town for St. Charles Health Campus to call home. Residents of our health campus have regular opportunities to enjoy this vibrant...
Photo of The Villages At Oak Ridge
99 Photos available
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.
Washington Indiana is a town with a friendly, tight-knit community and strong family values. At The Villages at Oak Ridge, we are no different. We pride ourselves in providing a warm, welcoming place for our residents to call home. Residents of The Villages at Oak Ridge can choose from a variety...
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Bedford, IN

The average cost of senior living in Bedford is $3,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newberry, IN with an average of $2,920 per month.

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

Bedford, IN
$3,725/mo
$3,752/mo
$3,693/mo

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

Bedford, IN
$3,725/mo
$3,159/mo
U.S. national average
$4,412/mo

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

$4,665/mo
Independent Living
$3,725/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,680/mo
Studio
$3,842/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,799/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,460/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,093/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bedford over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bedford

Recent reviews for independent living in Bedford

Bell Trace in Bloomington, IN

4.0
The facility is attractive and clean. The staff is caring and capable. Their target demographic is independent seniors. While they do offer special care for those that may need it, they are somewhat limited with what they can do if the client is not mentally or emotionally sound. My mother's ...
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Legacy Living of Jasper

5.0
We chose Legacy Living of Jasper because it is like living in an apartment with all of the freedom you get. The room sizes here are great and perfect sized for our loved one. They also have choices on room sizes as well depending on your needs. I have eaten here and the food is great, it is ...
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Autumn Trace Senior Communities Greene County in Linton, IN

4.6
I would recommend it highly. We picked it because it was close to family and she knew some of the people there.

Bedford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bedford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bedford, 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 Bedford 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 Bedford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bedford, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
8.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bedford 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 Bedford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bedford, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bedford 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 Bedford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bedford, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.2%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.8%
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Meadowood, Independence Village of Columbus and 1019 Belles Place of Bedford are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bedford, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 24 independent living facilities near Bedford, Indiana. See the full list.

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