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The cost of independent living in Columbus is about $3,341 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 73 options. Read 1187 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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I would recommend to others. We picked this community for independent living.
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.
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[name removed] put aside the sales hat and took care of a senior in need, first and foremost. Prior to our signing on, she even took him McDonald’s one evening when he was supposed to show up for a “trial...
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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My mother has been at Wyndmoor for over 5 years now. This facility provided the diligent care necessary during the COVID pandemic! No cases of COVID outbreak until Dec 2020 and even that was limited 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.
The Wyndmoor of Castleton (formerly Brookdale of Castleton - Managing Directors remain the same) is a licensed assisted living community in Indianapolis, Indiana. We are proud to be an award-winning community that showcases our commitment and dedication by providing our residents with outstanding...
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My father had had a couple health issues in the past year: we mutually decided it was time for him to be in a place that could help if necessary. His one main requirement was on-site dining as he hates...
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.
Your passions didn’t just disappear when you turned 70, did they? We didn’t think so. At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) you’ll have fewer chores and more time for adventures. Here you’ll have access to four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted...
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We’ve had a very positive experience with Beech Grove Meadows. From the beginning, it’s been clear that the staff genuinely care about their residents—whether they live in the patio homes or within the main...
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.
Caring people make the difference at Beech Grove Meadows. You can feel it the minute you walk into our community and meet our staff. They are experts at senior healthcare that are not just doing a job, but following a calling. They are here to help you and your family find answers, solutions and...
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So comments on staff. Unfortunately, there has been a lot of turnover at Harmony, and I wouldn't be able to provide a fair assessment of newer staff members.
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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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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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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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. Mooresville'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 welcoming...
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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.
Along the banks of the Ohio River lies a town where the past is preserved, the future is bright, and the present full of opportunity. City streets are lined with historic architecture, parks are thick with old growth trees, and something exciting is happening around every corner. Welcome to...
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Pluses- friendly staff; nice, clean, inviting facility (a place I'm happy to go to 3-4 times/week; they let you host parties there in several different areas for free; they seem to work on problems that need...
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 Solana is a luxurious assisted living community located in beautiful and bustling Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. Our waterfront community is located at Keystone at the Crossing, providing a park-like setting with abundant walking paths offering gorgeous views of the White...
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Chuck here, this place is phenomenal!!! Call me personally and I'll explain what you'll miss out on if you choose another place. My personal # is [removed].
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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.
It's your life......so live it to the fullest at Miller's Senior Living Community. Castleton's premier assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America's Greatest Generation, our Seniors. Miller's encourages more comfort and enjoyment during those precious retirement years,...
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My mother-in-law has been a resident for almost 2 years. Autumn Park rocks, the staff are very engaging, very attentive and address special needs wonderfully. The Apartments are very spacious compared to...
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.
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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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.
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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Situated in beautiful central Indiana, Shelbyville is a unique town full of rich heritage and traditions. Residents of Ashford Place Health Campus who care to explore outside the campus grounds can enjoy annual festivals in the town circle, historic home tours, endless restaurants, 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.
Crownpointe Retirement Community in Greensburg, Indiana is located 1 mile south of Greensburg on Highway 421 South. We offer private apartments with a variety of floor plans to meet individual needs and preferences.Our mission is to maintain your independence, safety and privacy by honoring...
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.
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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...
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.
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...
Cost of independent living in Columbus, IN
The average cost of senior living in Columbus is $3,341 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin, IN with an average of $2,706 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbus, IN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbus, IN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Columbus
Recent reviews for independent living in Columbus
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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Gentry Park Senior Living in Bloomington, IN
4.0
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 by a buy-out. Hopefully they've already addressed the issues I observed. Dad went to ...
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Beech Grove Assisted Living and Garden Homes
4.6
The staff seems friendly and helpful. My mother is in an independent living unit so we don't need the help of the staff often, but they do seem nice.
It would be great if they had more non-game activities.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities, such as Holiday Redbud Hills, The Oaks at Plainfield, and Pinnacle West, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being and happiness of their residents.
Variety of activities and community events. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered in communities like Traditions at Solana, American Village, and Independence Village of Fishers South, including trips to cultural venues, shopping, and outings, providing ample opportunities for socialization and engagement.
Well-maintained and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Independence Village of Columbus, Pinnacle West, and Sugar Grove, with some specifically noting the attention to detail in private rooms and common areas.
Nutritious and delicious meals. The quality of food is a significant factor for residents in their overall satisfaction, with communities like American Village, The Oaks at Plainfield, and Independence Village of Fishers South offering meals that are not only tasty but also cater to dietary restrictions and preferences.
Supportive and accommodating community atmosphere. Reviews from communities like Traditions at Solana, Independence Village of Columbus, and Independence Village of Fishers South express appreciation for the welcoming and inclusive environments, where residents feel at ease and supported in their daily lives.
Flexible care options. Residents at communities like The Forum at the Crossing, Holiday Redbud Hills, and Independence Village of Fishers South share their satisfaction with the ability to customize their care plans according to their evolving needs, ensuring their comfort and independence.
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Columbus independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbus independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbus, 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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
36.6%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Columbus 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 Columbus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
49.3%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.6%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
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37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbus 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 Columbus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.2%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.7%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.6%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.9%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.7%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.5%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
63.4%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Park Square Manor, Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe and Sycamore Reserve are the top-rated independent living facilities near Columbus, Indiana. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Columbus, Indiana are Park Square Manor, Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe and Five Star Residences of Clearwater. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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