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Overview of Rathbone Home

Burrowed in the peaceful town of Evansville, IN, Rathbone Home is a dedicated senior living community offering independent living services. With a touch of history and elegance, this community also has a highly skilled and compassionate team that ensures that its residents are given with round-the-clock utmost care and support throughout their stay.

Dedicated to providing the best life possible for its residents, the community offers exceptional services and amenities such as home-cooked meals, complimentary transportation, indoor and outdoor common areas, and many more. Residents are also enriched with activities that are held on-site and off-site to aid the physical and mental well-being. Explore its beautifully created common spaces and meet new companions along the way. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a worry-free retirement with Rathbone Home.

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Overview of Park Shore Commons

Peacefully nestled near Indiana Dunes National Park, West Beach Trail in Gary, IN, Park Shore Commons is an idyllic haven that offers independent living. The community has cozy and specially designed one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Alongside convenient apartment features, laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

With unique local shops and recreation sites nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. A community room with a kitchen is also available, promoting social interactions over mealtimes for residents’ satisfaction. The community’s income-based rents ensure older adults can live their retirement happily while staying on a budget.

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Andre Place

54501 State Hwy 933, South Bend, IN 46637
Overview of Andre Place

Peacefully nestled in the beautiful setting of South Bend, IN, Andre Place is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. With cozy and purposely built one-bedroom accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. The community also features a concierge and round-the-clock security, ensuring residents’ safety.

A fun-filled calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also foster comfort while satisfying dietary needs with well-balanced dining options. Residents have the finest experience amidst the community’s serene and welcoming environment.

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Overview of El-Beulah Retirement Village

El-Beulah Retirement Village has been part of Indianapolis’s I-69/Fall Creek neighborhood for 31 years now, since 1995. It’s a one-story community, and Walk Score puts the area at 15. It is car-dependent; essentially everything here means driving somewhere.

Housing is rental villas, one or two bedrooms, each with its own kitchen and laundry hookups. Water, sewer, and lawn maintenance are all handled, which takes a real chunk of homeownership hassle off the table. Every villa has its own individual security system too, and the whole community is wheelchair accessible and pet-friendly.

This is independent living with on-call support layered in, not daily hands-on assistance. A 24-hour emergency call system connects residents to staff, though staff are physically on-site during set hours, Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9 to 5, Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 5. Healthcare professionals visit regularly on top of that.

There’s a community center with an industrial kitchen, a lending library, and a lounge, plus a three-acre lake with a walking path for anyone who wants to be outside. The activity calendar runs daily and weekly, with social time, exercise, group activities, health-focused programming, and Bible-based activities woven in as well.

What El-Beulah offers, in the end, is genuine independence with a safety net underneath it: your own villa, your own space, but a call button and a real social community if you want either one. For someone who’s still largely self-sufficient but wants that layer of support and connection built into where they live, that’s exactly the arrangement on offer here.

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Overview of Holiday Retirement Village

Holiday Retirement Village is at 1200 W Buena Vista Rd in Evansville, Indiana. It’s a single-story building, and the area is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 54. That means residents can handle a few errands on foot, like a quick trip to a nearby store, without needing a car every time.

One thing worth noting: this community runs three levels of care under one roof. Nursing home, assisted living, and independent living all operate at the same address. So if a resident’s needs change down the line, they don’t necessarily have to pack up and move somewhere new. They can shift levels of care and stay put.

Rehab services and respite care are both offered on-site. And staffing is 24 hours, full stop, so help doesn’t clock out at 5pm. Whether it’s early afternoon or the middle of the night, someone’s there.

Pets are allowed, too; a lot of people don’t want to give up a dog or cat just because they’re moving into a care setting, and here, they don’t have to. Beyond that, the community also covers transportation to appointments and has salon services on-site, which are small things, honestly, but they add up. Less for a family to coordinate from the outside.

Put simply, Holiday Retirement Village is one building handling a lot of ground: nursing, assisted living, and independent living, all at once. It’s built for continuity, for families who want the option to adjust care over time without switching addresses every time something changes.

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Overview of Albertine Home

Situated in Hammond, Indiana, Albertine Home is a faith-based independent living community serving older adults seeking an independent lifestyle. Three meals are also provided, along with laundry and room cleaning services that reduce routine household responsibilities.

Spiritual life is a central part of the community, with daily Mass and a shared identity as a community of prayer. This creates a faith-centered environment where older adults can engage in spiritual practice alongside neighbors, with support available when needed for added reassurance.

With a Walk Score of 47, the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, allowing a few nearby errands on foot, while most travel likely requires a car or arranged transportation. The location supports a quieter, residential pace of life.

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Overview of Whispering Pines Apartments

Whispering Pines Apartments is a distinguished community in Mishawaka, IN, offering independent living. The community features three distinct floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with on-site management and maintenance services.

Here, residents live actively and maintain social connections with fun recreational activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With a variety of restaurants in the area, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s convenient location near thriving local amenities, combined with its top-notch amenities, creates the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Richmond Park Independent Living

Experience the retirement of your dreams at Richmond Park Independent Living, an idyllic retreat in Evansville, IN, offering independent living. The community features a variety of sophisticated and specially designed two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort. With convenient apartment features, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.

Here, residents can celebrate little moments and milestones with fun events and engaging programs. Unique local amenities, grocery stores, and recreation sites also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their needs and leisure. With its vibrant and welcoming setting, residents make the most of their golden years without worries.

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Overview of Cottages at Sheek Road Apartments

Make every moment count at Cottages at Sheek Road Apartments, a distinct community in Greenwood, IN, offering independent living. The community also features thoughtfully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. A 24-hour emergency call system, alongside plenty of convenient apartment features, is provided, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Delightful shops and fun recreation sites surround the area, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. A breakfast bar is also available, ensuring residents start their day with a delectable meal. Amenities include a clubhouse, a crafts room, a fitness center, an outdoor patio, and a fishing pond, creating the ideal setting for residents to enjoy their golden years.

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Overview of Leisure Living Lakeside

Leisure Living Lakeside sits at 1214 Lavender Ct in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, Indiana, a car-dependent location with a Walk Score of 10 where a vehicle is a practical necessity for daily errands. The community is designed for adults 55 and older, with apartment-style living available in one- and two-bedroom layouts. Pets are permitted. Tours are offered on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM and are not available on weekends.

This is an independent living community. Residents live in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities, without medical or personal care assistance provided.

For independent seniors in Evansville’s Westside who want apartment-style living in a 55-plus community with pet-friendly policies and the practical flexibility of one- or two-bedroom floor plans, Leisure Living Lakeside is worth considering.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Independent Living in Indiana at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Indiana. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 138The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Indiana. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Indiana

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 232 independent living communities in Indiana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Indiana?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Indiana, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Indiana?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.