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The cost of independent living in Prospect is about $3,589 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 1102 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 think it's an exceptional value with today's cost of living. The owner and daily manager of the facility have been quite helpful the few times we talked. We picked this community because of 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.
The Riverside Meadows welcomes and invites you, your family, and your friends on-site to visit the senior living home. Our mission is to provide comfort, quality and security. Our staff is experienced to help you and your loved one to make this residence their home. We provide a flat affordable...
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My Mother is really enjoying her stay here. She is truly happy here and I’m glad we picked this facility. The staff is wonderful and they are taking care of all her needs. No matter what, they are always...
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.
Located in eastern Louisville, KY (near the corner of LaGrange and Westport Road) Forest Springs Health Campus provides seniors with a place to call home in “Possibility City.” Residents of Forest Springs can enjoy an afternoon outdoors at nearby Tom Sawyer State Park, take a shopping trip to The...
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5 for all when it comes to River Crossing. The staff was especially caring. Fixed room especially for my mom. Let us move her furniture before we moved her. And they didn't have to take her back after she...
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.
Be a part of a warm and inviting community when taking up residence at River Crossing. Our Assisted Living community in Charlestown, IN, provides the privacy residents desire and deserve while at the same time offering companionship in an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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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.
Cornell Trace is an independent living community located in eastern Louisville, Kentucky, in Jefferson County. The community consists of two-bedroom patio town homes with attached garages. Cornell Trace is a residential area with plenty of wooded areas and nearby open space. Though the area has a...
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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.
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This place is wonderful! My aunt has lived here for about a year and a half (maybe closer to 2 years) and loves it. She has made some new and now very dear friends, she loves the staff and they love her....
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.
Parr's at Springhurst in Louisville, Kentucky is an assisted living community with a lot to offer. Louisville is known for providing a high quality of life, having parks around every corner, and welcomes new faces in this tight-knit community. The beautifully landscaped and clean yard is just one...
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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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Great family environment. All staff friendly and helpful. My Father (85) is much happier now than when living alone.
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.
It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home.
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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
Photo of Westminster Village Kentuckiana
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, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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.
Brookstone Senior is a newly constructed affordable senior apartments community located in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. The complex has been designed for residents 55 and older. You can join a community where everybody has fun and looks out for each other. Brookstone Senior is located...
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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.
At The Altenheim, you will find many values and traditions associated with living at home. Our residents consider The Altenheim to be a small community with a big heart. We are a full service retirement home, providing each resident with the individualized care and services he or she needs. In...

Cost of independent living in Prospect, KY

The average cost of senior living in Prospect is $3,589 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brownsboro Farm, KY with an average of $3,605 per month.

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

Prospect, KY
$3,589/mo

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

Prospect, KY
$3,589/mo
U.S. national average
$4,131/mo

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

$4,671/mo
Independent Living
$3,589/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,957/mo
Studio
$4,895/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,141/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,375/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,843/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Prospect over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Prospect

Recent reviews for independent living in Prospect

Amber Oaks Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.6
Amber Oaks Assisted Living is a really good place. We have no issues with the staff. It's a location with not a lot of traffic. My family member really enjoys it there. They provide quality service that gives me peace of mind.

Crescent Place Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.5
Most people were very friendly, others not so much. Laundry often was not picked up, and/or returned. Same with trash. Cleaning was minimal. Meals were not good. Too salty. Not enough salads, fruit & veggies.

River Crossing in Charlestown, IN

5.0
The community is very caring and friendly. The experience was wonderful. The staff were very accommodating to the requests of our loved one. I would highly recommend this community to others for their loved one. The staff communication with the family was great! The Director of Marketing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and supportive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff in communities like StoryPoint Louisville East, StoryPoint Middletown, and Village Crossing Retirement Resort, with residents expressing their appreciation for the emotional support and care provided by staff members.
Varied activities for residents. Reviews highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents, with facilities like StoryPoint Middletown, RiverSide Meadows, and Traditions at Hunter Station offering a range of activities from singing and games to outings and entertainment.
Beautifully maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are consistent themes in reviews, with residents of facilities such as StoryPoint Louisville East, StoryPoint Middletown, and Everlan of Louisville praising the well-maintained interiors and grounds.
Delicious and diverse meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with reviews for communities like StoryPoint Louisville East, StoryPoint Middletown, and StoryPoint Middletown mentioning delicious meals and accommodations for dietary restrictions.
Communication between families and staff. Frequent and clear communication is highlighted in reviews for communities like StoryPoint Louisville East, StoryPoint Middletown, and The Forum at Brookside, with families feeling informed and connected to their loved ones' care.
Secure and welcoming environment. Residents at facilities such as Everlan of Louisville, Village Crossing Retirement Resort, and StoryPoint Middletown appreciate the safety and sense of community, feeling protected and at home in their new living situations.
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Prospect independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prospect independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prospect, 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 Prospect 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 Prospect 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
40.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Prospect 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 Prospect communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
59.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.5%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
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37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prospect 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 Prospect offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.9%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.8%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and Dominion Senior Living of Louisville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Prospect, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 45 independent living facilities near Prospect, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Prospect, Kentucky are StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and Dominion Senior Living of Louisville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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