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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 230 independent living communities in IN using IN Dept. of Health (IDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in IN
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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: 116The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Indiana. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Indiana

Info below is compiled from the IN Dept. of Health (IDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Barrington of Carmel
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Carmel
154
Facility 154
IN AVG 116
Rank #82 / 433
Yes
39
Facility 39
IN AVG 37
Rank #275 / 587
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
IN AVG 8
Rank #71 / 407
71.4% A+Kara OwenPrairie Landing Community, IncMelissa Forrester
94
Facility 94
IN AVG 83
Rank #47 / 392
6
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #44 / 288
12
Facility 12
IN AVG 36
Rank #75 / 312
0.9
Facility 0.9
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #107 / 312
Coventry Meadows Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
Fort Wayne
150
Facility 150
IN AVG 116
Rank #87 / 433
No
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 37
Rank #410 / 587
-
27
Facility 27
IN AVG 8
Rank #34 / 407
84.7% A+Kelly HardyHealth And Hospital Corporation Of Marion CountyCheryl Flaugh
88
Facility 88
IN AVG 83
Rank #99 / 392
28
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 5
Rank #126 / 288
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 36
Rank #104 / 312
0.5
Facility 0.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #14 / 312
Westminster Village Muncie
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Muncie
303
Facility 303
IN AVG 116
Rank #5 / 433
No
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 37
Rank #509 / 587
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
46
Facility 46
IN AVG 8
Rank #11 / 407
83.8% A+Mary CrutcherWestminster Village Muncie IncStefanie Cummins
89
Facility 89
IN AVG 83
Rank #89 / 392
7
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 288
27
Facility 27
IN AVG 36
Rank #149 / 312
1.8
Facility 1.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #208 / 312
Christian Care Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Bluffton (Toll Gate Heights)
145
Facility 145
IN AVG 116
Rank #101 / 433
No
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 37
Rank #527 / 587
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
36
Facility 36
IN AVG 8
Rank #27 / 407
40.0% -Austin SmithAdams County Memorial HospitalMelissa Clark
96
Facility 96
IN AVG 83
Rank #23 / 392
8
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #44 / 288
8
Facility 8
IN AVG 36
Rank #48 / 312
0.5
Facility 0.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #38 / 312
Greenwood Village South
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Greenwood
207
Facility 207
IN AVG 116
Rank #27 / 433
Yes
50
Facility 50
IN AVG 37
Rank #205 / 587
Apartment / Cottage
45
Facility 45
IN AVG 8
Rank #16 / 407
0A+Pamela SeegersJohnson Memorial HospitalAlexa Ulrey
83
Facility 83
IN AVG 83
Rank #154 / 392
11
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #44 / 288
38
Facility 38
IN AVG 36
Rank #178 / 312
1.8
Facility 1.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #186 / 312
The Towne House Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne
447
Facility 447
IN AVG 116
Rank #2 / 433
Yes
38
Facility 38
IN AVG 37
Rank #279 / 587
--0-Hayley CarrBhi Senior Living, IncAngela Watson
94
Facility 94
IN AVG 83
Rank #47 / 392
11
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 288
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #80 / 312
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #53 / 312
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (The Villas At Heritage Lakes)
110
Facility 110
IN AVG 116
Rank #205 / 433
Yes
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 37
Rank #553 / 587
-- 51.8% -Rodney CraftAdams County Memorial HospitalShona Kirkpatrick
82
Facility 82
IN AVG 83
Rank #168 / 392
17
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #200 / 288
21
Facility 21
IN AVG 36
Rank #124 / 312
0.8
Facility 0.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #53 / 312
Greenwood Meadows
IL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Greenwood
169
Facility 169
IN AVG 116
Rank #56 / 433
-
0
Facility 0
IN AVG 37
Rank #562 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #132 / 407
86.4% -Laura DyerHealth And Hospital Corporation Of Marion CountyAshley Maire
81
Facility 81
IN AVG 83
Rank #177 / 392
27
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 5
Rank #126 / 288
41
Facility 41
IN AVG 36
Rank #186 / 312
1.1
Facility 1.1
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #73 / 312
North River Health Campus
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Evansville (East Baseline Road)
95
Facility 95
IN AVG 116
Rank #267 / 433
Yes
11
Facility 11
IN AVG 37
Rank #456 / 587
studio
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #132 / 407
50.5% A+Mikayla WatkinsGood Samaritan HospitalJacquelyn Fehd
91
Facility 91
IN AVG 83
Rank #71 / 392
2-
23
Facility 23
IN AVG 36
Rank #134 / 312
1.8
Facility 1.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #302 / 312
Prairie Lakes Health Campus
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Noblesville
134
Facility 134
IN AVG 116
Rank #128 / 433
Yes
35
Facility 35
IN AVG 37
Rank #299 / 587
Studio
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #132 / 407
44.8% -Holly SnyderHancock Regional HospitalKristen Dyke
85
Facility 85
IN AVG 83
Rank #126 / 392
19
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 5
Rank #100 / 288
31
Facility 31
IN AVG 36
Rank #162 / 312
1.1
Facility 1.1
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #85 / 312
Asbury Towers Retirement Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Greencastle
123
Facility 123
IN AVG 116
Rank #163 / 433
No
73
Facility 73
IN AVG 37
Rank #49 / 587
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-0A+Eric AhlbrandPulaski Memorial HospitalAudra Rose
77
Facility 77
IN AVG 83
Rank #234 / 392
6
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #44 / 288
87
Facility 87
IN AVG 36
Rank #268 / 312
4.4
Facility 4.4
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #310 / 312
Bell Trace Family-first Senior Living
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Bloomington
90
Facility 90
IN AVG 116
Rank #284 / 433
No
29
Facility 29
IN AVG 37
Rank #337 / 587
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms- 85.7% -Daniel W. Moore-------
Adams Woodcrest
IL
AL
MC
NH
Decatur
167
Facility 167
IN AVG 116
Rank #59 / 433
No
79
Facility 79
IN AVG 37
Rank #24 / 587
-
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #132 / 407
100.0% -Alma AhmetovicAdams County Memorial HospitalTrina Peterson
91
Facility 91
IN AVG 83
Rank #71 / 392
13
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 5
Rank #100 / 288
20
Facility 20
IN AVG 36
Rank #117 / 312
0.9
Facility 0.9
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #73 / 312
Compass Park
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Franklin
167
Facility 167
IN AVG 116
Rank #59 / 433
No
80
Facility 80
IN AVG 37
Rank #20 / 587
-
20
Facility 20
IN AVG 8
Rank #56 / 407
88.6% A+William PierceJohnson Memorial HospitalMarissa Meahl
83
Facility 83
IN AVG 83
Rank #154 / 392
9-
32
Facility 32
IN AVG 36
Rank #166 / 312
1.5
Facility 1.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #188 / 312
Hubbard Hill Estates Inc
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Elkhart
280
Facility 280
IN AVG 116
Rank #8 / 433
Yes
0
Facility 0
IN AVG 37
Rank #562 / 587
-
48
Facility 48
IN AVG 8
Rank #5 / 407
21.4% A+Anne KnouseHubbard Hill Estates IncKatherine Gonsalves
95
Facility 95
IN AVG 83
Rank #38 / 392
7
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #44 / 288
12
Facility 12
IN AVG 36
Rank #75 / 312
0.9
Facility 0.9
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #92 / 312
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Overview of Independence Village of Carmel

Affiliated with the StoryPoint group, Independence Village of Carmel is a senior living community in Carmel, Indiana. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care on one campus. Senior Living Carmel LLC operates the community, with Dana Larson serving as administrator and Melissa Kepley as director of nursing. The multiple levels of care within a community allow residents to transition between services as their needs change without switching providers.

The three-story community has 93 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. It has been serving residents for 19 years and currently has an occupancy rate of about 75%. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs are part of daily life. Residents are welcome to bring their pets.

State inspections in Indiana have reviewed fire drill procedures, staff certification, food safety, and personnel practices over the years. Other inspection visits confirmed the community was meeting state requirements. The area has a Walk Score of 23 out of 100, which is car-dependent, so most errands and appointments require a vehicle. Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis is about 5.85 miles away. Hospital care is easy to reach if residents need it.

Contact Independence Village of Carmel

Overview of Morrison Woods Patio Homes

Enjoy your best years at Morrison Woods Patio Homes, an idyllic community in Muncie, IN, offering independent living. Residents can ease their worries with a variety of cozy and sophisticated floor plans, designed to meet their preferences. Light housekeeping, home maintenance, and concierge services are also provided, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Meal services are also available, ensuring residents enjoy a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. With state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, residents can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Chapters Living of South Bend

Located in the neighborhood of Hickory Road of South Bend, Indiana, the Chapters Living of South Bend is a prominent living community that offers assisted living and memory care depending on the needs of its residents. The community offers a spacious yet cozy accommodations with several floor plans suited for the tastes of its residents. Aside from customized care plans, it offers also a program that is devised to treat Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease with the aid of evidence-based techniques.

Dedicated to ensuring its residents to live life to the fullest, the community offers a wide range of amenities such as dining, social activities, neighborhoods, health and wellness, and a salon or barbershop to provide an exceptional living experience. Meet new people with the same interests and build lasting relationships. With its commitment to fostering a caring and inclusive environment, seniors can never go wrong with Chapters Living of South Bend.

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Overview of Gentry Park Senior Living

A charming community providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, Gentry Park Senior Living boasts expansive and upscale residences. Residents are empowered to feel comfortable and secure in the warm and welcoming atmosphere it provides. Management boasts an innovative and person-centered approach with a mission to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness. Gentry Park guarantees to deliver the highest standards of quality care.

The luxurious retirement home ensures that quality caregiving is the top priority on their list, enabling a level of trust that many families have praised over the years. The lifestyle is centered on the independence and flexibility of its residents through amenities and services such as social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, specialized memory care training activities, housekeeping, laundry, concierge, and transportation services.

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Overview of Primrose Retirement Community of Anderson

Operated by Tsmm Management, L. , Primrose Retirement Community of Anderson is a senior living community on West Cross Street in Anderson, Indiana. The community is less than half a mile from Community Hospital Anderson and about 3 miles from the city centre. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof, giving families flexibility if a resident’s needs change over time. The 82-bed community has been open for about a year, with one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences.

Hervey Lawrence serves as the administrator, and Joyce Harris is the director of nursing. On-site nursing staff is available 24 hours a day. Residents have access to on-site therapy through Legacy. The community is designed for adults age 55 and older. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 42%, giving new residents a good selection of available rooms.

Residents have access to a library, chapel, movie theatre, billiard room, wellness centre, and computer lounge. Scheduled transportation, enclosed parking, and guest suites add convenience for residents and visiting family. Residents can also bring their pets, so they do not have to leave a companion animal behind during their stay.

Primrose is in a car-dependent part of Anderson, so most errands and outings require a car. They can rely on the community’s transportation service or family members for travel.

State inspection reviews have focused on recordkeeping accuracy and kitchen sanitation practices. More recent complaint investigations found no substantiated issues. Families touring Primrose Retirement Community of Anderson should ask how kitchen sanitation and documentation practices are managed daily.

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Overview of The Villages at Historic Silvercrest

The Villages at Historic Silvercrest is a 108-bed nursing home in New Albany, Indiana. Administered by Stephanie Miller and operated by the Board of Trustees of the Flavius J. Witham Memorial under owner Trilogy Healthcare of Floyd, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For visitors, the local area has an exceptional walkability score of 81 out of 100, which means the surrounding neighborhood is highly pedestrian-friendly, with local shops and services reachable on foot.

A 71 percent occupancy level defines the daily community here, with individual stays averaging about 50 days. This timeline shows a functional focus on short-term post-acute care and transitional rehabilitation over permanent placement. Around-the-clock staffing manages this clinical load, delivering an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day, including 48 minutes from registered nurses and 2 hours and 21 minutes from nurse aides.

Official health department surveys highlight past regulatory citations focused on kitchen safety, fire procedures, and resident care records. Subsequent visits show that the facility has addressed these items with documented corrective actions, and the building maintains an overall citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Interested individuals researching comprehensive senior layouts or transitional physical therapy plans can use these state regulatory filings to assess the property’s operational background. The public documents outline a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood campus that provides an indoor pool, fitness center, resident garden, and chapel, balanced against completed fixes in past care documentation and safety logging.

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Hoosier Village

5355 Soapberry Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46268
Overview of Hoosier Village

Hoosier Village is the newest neighborhood in Indianapolis that is currently the in-demand senior living community in the city. The independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation community has ensured an upscale and hassle-free lifestyle for its residents. The community is where life-enriching daily activities happen, contributing to a purposeful living for its residents. Hoosier Village is the ideal place for seniors looking for a vibrant environment with exceptional quality of service. 
Hoosier Village ensures that residents are comfortable during their stay. Independent living residents get to choose from a list of cottage options to reside in; however, some can choose to live in an apartment just as with assisted living and skilled nursing residents. All-inclusive and comprehensive features of the community are designed for convenience and fast recovery for all seniors. 

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Overview of The Crossings at Banta Pointe

A very charming senior living community that offers a wide range of assisted living options with several floor plans available, Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe is able to create a home-like atmosphere where families can spend quality time together. They offer assisted living, independent living, and outpatient rehabilitation, with respite care services. As the name suggests, Five Star Residences offers high-quality senior-living experience that is established through their excellent service that many families from all over the country acclaim. A proud member of the Five Star Residences, Banta Pointe offers a stress-free senior living lifestyle for you and your pet. 
Life at the Five Star Residences of Banta Pointe offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. From delicious meals served any time of the day, to fun activities open for everyone, they always strive to provide everything you will need. Residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining that make the environment a place where friendships and memories bloom. They also honor veterans who live in their community through their Wall of Honor that celebrates their effort and experience. 

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Overview of Majestic Care of Carmel Assisted Living

Majestic Care of Carmel Assisted Living offers an environment characterized by warmth, care, positivity, and unwavering support. Its team compassionately assists its residents 24/7/365, creating fulfilling and magical experiences daily. Located less than two miles from the esteemed Carmel Arts & Design District, the residents of Majestic Care have the advantage of proximity to art galleries, restaurants, antique stores, and various specialty retail shops, ensuring their days are as culturally enriched as they are comfortable.

Residents at Majestic Care enjoy spacious accommodations offering both independence and comfort. With meal services, life enrichment activities, and 24-hour nursing care, the community epitomizes gracious hospitality. It also provides assistance with daily living activities, housekeeping, laundry, and household maintenance services. Outdoor patio and garden areas bestow residents with refreshing spaces to unwind. Majestic Home Health extends this revolutionized approach to home-based care, focusing on enriching lives of both the individuals under care and caregivers. Majestic Care truly reimagines assisted senior living, augmenting it with uncompromised quality and enjoyable experiences.

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Overview of Westside Garden Plaza

Recognized as the Best Assisted Living and Best Independent Living from 2022-2023 by US News and World Report, Westside Garden Plaza is an esteemed senior living community set in the serene West Tenth Street, Indianapolis, IN, providing assisted living and independent living. Featuring beautifully crafted and spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, the community ensures seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience. Ease your worries with a kind and compassionate team lending extra support around the clock.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enjoyable programs accompanies seniors as they try out new things and rediscover passions. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Westside Garden Plaza is filled with serene spaces and incredible amenities, making it ideal for seniors to experience a glorious retirement.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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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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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 230 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.