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Assisted living costs in Watson average about $4,734 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 30 communities in Watson. Our detailed directory has 751 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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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, 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...
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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....
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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...
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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Cost of assisted living in Watson, IN

The average cost of senior living in Watson is $4,734 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Austin, IN with an average of $3,895 per month.

Assisted living costs in Watson, IN, vs. nearby cities

Watson, IN
$4,734/mo
$4,685/mo

Assisted living costs in Watson, IN, vs. state and national averages

Watson, IN
$4,734/mo
$4,010/mo
U.S. national average
$4,835/mo

Assisted living costs in Watson, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,734/mo
$5,380/mo

Assisted living costs in Watson, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,105/mo
Studio
$5,475/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,153/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,418/mo

Senior living costs in Watson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Watson, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatson, INIndianaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,734/mo$4,010/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,380/mo$5,074/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living$4,004/mo$3,203/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Watson, IN:$4,734/mo
Indiana:$4,010/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Watson, IN:$5,380/mo
Indiana:$5,074/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Watson, IN:$4,004/mo
Indiana:$3,203/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Watson, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Watson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Watson, IN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Watson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Watson, IN$5,145/mo$5,577/mo-7.8%
Indiana$4,805/mo$4,655/mo+3.2%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Watson, IN
2024 average cost:$5,145/mo
2023 average cost:$5,577/mo
Percent change:-7.8%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$4,805/mo
2023 average cost:$4,655/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Watson, IN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Watson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Watson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Watson

Cedarhurst of East Louisville

4.5
My loved one was a resident at The Enclave of East Louisville. Everyone was very friendly at this facility. My loved one liked all of the activities. I think he tried everything. It was good for him to be involved. I would recommend this facility to family and friends.

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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Treyton Oak Towers in Louisville, KY

4.0
My Mother and I got a really good vibe from this facility. She really loved it here and we know we made the right decision. This is a cat-friendly place and all of the residents are fairly nice. For activities, they have things like exercise classes, once a week they have a pool trip, and they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as StoryPoint Prospect, Dominion Senior Living of Louisville, and Magnolia Springs Louisville, who go above and beyond to help residents and their families. Staff members build strong relations ...
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Variety of daily activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of daily activities offered at different communities, like Traditions at Hunter Station, Sunrise of Louisville, and Belmont Village St. Matthews, which cater to various interests. Activities include movie nights, gardening, museum outings, and religious ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews praise the cleanliness, comfort, and modernity of the living spaces at various communities, including Bridgepointe Gardens, Bennett Place, and Magnolia Springs Louisville, which create a warm, homelike environment for residents.
Customized care plans for residents. Many communities, such as Magnolia Springs Louisville, Dominion Senior Living of Louisville, and Magnolia Springs East Louisville, offer personalized care plans for their residents, ensuring their unique needs are met while maintaining their dignity and independence.
Communication and collaboration between staff and families. Family members appreciate the open and consistent communication they receive from staff at communities like Magnolia Springs East Louisville, Sunrise of Louisville, and StoryPoint Prospect, allowing them to feel involved in their loved ones' care and well-being.
Welcoming and inclusive community culture. Reviews frequently mention the friendly and inclusive atmosphere at various communities, such as Sunrise of Louisville, The Ashton on Dorsey, and Vitality Living Springdale, where residents feel welcomed and valued, creating a sense of belonging and community.
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Watson review score based on 199 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 199 reviews of 28 Watson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Watson review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Watson, IN28 facilities
8.3
Jeffersonville, IN31 facilities
8.5
Utica, IN38 facilities

Review subcategories for Watson assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 199 reviews of 28 Watson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watson resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Watson, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Watson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watson, 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 Watson 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 Watson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watson, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watson 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 Watson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watson, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watson 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 Watson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watson, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Watson 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 Watson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watson, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
53.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watson 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 Watson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watson, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
67.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
46.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Indiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Watson protect seniors.
Learn about Indiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Bridgepointe Gardens, Riverbend and Magnolia Springs Louisville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Watson, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 30 assisted living facilities near Watson, Indiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Watson, Indiana are Magnolia Springs Louisville, The Ashton on Dorsey and Dominion Senior Living of Louisville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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