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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Chester, IN
Assisted living costs in Chester average about $4,664 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Chester. Our detailed directory has 28 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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My mom was previously a resident at Brookdale Richmond. The staff loved Mom and said they wanted to take her back when she left. The manager worked to get us the best deal on price. I didn't feel any anxiety...
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.
The Good LifeWhen you decide to move into our assisted living community in Richmond, Indiana, you are leaving behind a life of household chores and humdrum activities for one rich in personalized care, beautiful accommodations, a fun-filled events calendar and a group of men and women who will...
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We came to a point in our family where we needed to make a decision for assisted living care for our Mom. We visited another location, as well as Arbor Trace, and did research on many others. Arbor Trace...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Discover your brand-new home at Arbor Trace. Dynamic senior living right in the heart of Richmond, Indiana. You can be you at Arbor Trace. It’s a Richmond landmark. It’s rich in history, founded on values and built on community ties. The perfect place? We absolutely think it is. You’ll love the...
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I looked at several options and Friends Fellowship Community was our top choice. They have an activities director who is wonderful about planning activities and keeping us updated on what is going on. The...
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.
Friends Fellowship Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Richmond, Indiana, on 125 acres of land. Sponsored by the Indiana Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends, the Community provides six levels of accommodations including Independent Housing, Independent...
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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.
Nestled in picturesque landscape on forty-one wooded acres in Richmond, Indiana you will find Forest Park Health Campus. This serene and welcoming setting is just one of the many amenities you will find at Forest Park. The Richmond/Wayne County Community offers an ample selection of restaurants,...
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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.
Located in historic Richmond, Indiana, The Springs of Richmond provides a warm, home-like atmosphere in the Birthplace of Recorded Jazz. Tastefully decorated private suites, complete with amenities such as an electric bed, telephone, television, and a private dining-room, guarantee both comfort...
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I live here and I love the staff and nurses Very nice people here Good place.
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Chester, IN
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $4,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blountsville, IN with an average of $3,699 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, IN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, IN vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Chester, IN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Chester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Chester
Brookdale Greenville
5.0
The staff at Brookdale Greenville are great people, always willing to help in any way that they can. If anything happens to my father, like a fall or he cut himself or if they feel he needs doctors care, they call and explain everything. The facility is very clean and everyone is friendly. The ...
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Friends Fellowship Community, a CCRC in Richmond, IN
4.8
They've been really good for my mom. The best thing is that we know she's set for life. Now that she was accepted, she can stay there through all levels of care as needed down the road. Right now she's in independent living, and they have all kinds of different housing options. Some are like ...
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Arbor Trace in Richmond, IN
5.0
We've been pleased with the care, cleanliness of the facility, and with the staff. Our loved ones have found a place where they are as happy as they could be now that they are no longer living in their own home out in the country. The only feedback they've given on the food is that sometimes ...
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Chester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Chester assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Chester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
56.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Chester assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Chester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester 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
42.9%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester assisted 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 assisted living communities in Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Chester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Indiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Chester protect seniors.
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Trustwell Living at Oakley Place, Brookdale Richmond and Brookdale Greenville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Chester, Indiana. See full list of communities.
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