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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sunset, KY

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The cost of independent living in Sunset is about $2,852 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 73 options. Read 728 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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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.
Situated in Georgetown, Kentucky, Overlook at Elkhorn Creek is an excellent choice for seniors who want to live comfortable lives in small-town surroundings. Our senior apartments sit on Turning Leaf Path, which combines with their lawns to create the picture-perfect scene of the American home....
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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: 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.
Ashland Terrace has served Lexington, Kentucky as a nonprofit community for over one hundred and fifty years, providing reasonably priced housing and meals for independent women over sixty five.Located in a quiet, historic neighborhood of Chevy Chase, the Ashland Terrace environment is secure and...
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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: 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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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.
Trinity Properties is located only minutes from historic downtown Georgetown and is looking for tenant like you.  This established property is surrounded by a safe and secure community and a warm staff that is there to make your experience as pleasurable as possible and provide an...
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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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I love it here! It's a very nice looking, very clean place. I was able to get a very spacious apartment, with a nice little outdoor porch area. It's just been so convenient! They've got an elevator for...
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.
Elk River is nestled away in a quiet, wooded subdivision on top of a hill.  You canwalk down the hill to fish in a branch off Elkhorn Creek, or you can simply enjoy watching the activity of the wildlife surrounding Elk River.  Here at our elderly community in...
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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.
Seattle Washington has a variety of excellent and pioneering independent living centers, but few rival the eloquent and gorgeous Horizon House Apartments. With 24/7 licensed nursing staff, diabetes management centers, and full-fledged hospice care, there is assistance on multiple levels and in a...
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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.
At Park Senior Apartments, we care for our residents like family. We proudly boast of first class service and historical senior living at its finest. Because your recreational needs are also important to us, we offer a recreation room equipped with a kitchen, controlled entry access, and an...
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: 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.
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: 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: 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.
Emerson Center IncEmerson Center Inc. is a senior housing community in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the city of Lexington, Fayette County, KY. The temperate climate of the region is perfectly conducive to maintaining the health of the 55 and older set. Here they can sit back and...

Cost of independent living in Sunset, KY

The average cost of senior living in Sunset is $2,852 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ewing, KY with an average of $727 per month.

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

Sunset, KY
$2,852/mo

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

Sunset, KY
$2,852/mo
U.S. national average
$4,103/mo

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

$4,253/mo
Independent Living
$2,852/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,025/mo
Studio
$4,664/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,326/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,128/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,575/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sunset over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sunset

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunset

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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Boonesboro Trail Senior Living in Winchester, KY

5.0
Expensive to sign in but then the third month was free so that was really nice! Everything is clean and nice. People are friendly and lots of familiar faces from the community of Winchester. Plenty of meal services, a small gym, and activities for all.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews from Richmond Place mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, with several residents expressing gratitude for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers.
Variety of enjoyable activities. At Richmond Place, residents enjoy a wide range of activities including singing, games, social events, movies, museum outings, and gardening classes. Bingo and exercise groups are also popular options.
Immaculate and beautifully maintained spaces. Reviews for The Lafayette and Richmond Place consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with mentions of pristine bathrooms, renovated patios, and lovely dining rooms.
Supportive and communicative community. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication between staff and residents at Magnolia Springs Lexington, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are addressed.
Tasty and well-balanced meals. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Magnolia Springs Lexington, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making meals a daily enjoyment.
Sense of community and belonging. Throughout reviews, residents express feelings of happiness and comfort living in communities where they've made friends and feel at home. At Magnolia Springs Lexington, the family oriented atmosphere and homelike setting contribute to this sense of belonging.
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Sunset independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunset independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunset, 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 Sunset 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 Sunset 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
11.9%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.4%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
9.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunset 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 Sunset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunset 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 Sunset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.9%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.8%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.8%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.9%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.4%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
34.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.4%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.8%
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Richmond Place, Magnolia Springs Lexington and Holiday Hartland Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunset, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 73 independent living facilities near Sunset, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sunset, Kentucky are Richmond Place and Magnolia Springs Lexington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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