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The cost of independent living in Elrod is about $4,122 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 70 options. Read 1575 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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My daughter and I am very pleased with the services we have received from this community. We know my wife is safe, and in good hands when she is here. I'am comfortable with her staying here while I go handle...
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.
St. Charles Community is sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame. We have been serving the Senior population for well over 50 years. St. Charles began as a Skilled Nursing facility and now provides many levels of care to the seniors in our community. These levels include independent living in our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Established in 1899 as a pioneering mission of five Methodist Conferences, Twin Towers combines the unique charm of historic buildings with innovative programs and modern amenities to offer an unparalleled lifestyle for today's seniors. Along with the best of campus amenities, we offer the finest...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
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.
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My parents were very well cared for. I think they need to give more to the staff so they can keep the great care to the patients. I realize Your employees are as important as your patients. Your...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Brookwood Retirement Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Brookwood offers Independent and Assisted Living Apartments, short term skilled nursing, and long term care all within the same facility. Brookwood's apartments are duel certified, meaning they are all both Independent and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
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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He likes it there. It's clean and they are friendly. Overall he likes the food. He loves the breakfast. It was in the perfect location for us, and is on a pretty piece of land. He likes the residents that...
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.
Enjoy the freedom and beauty of our picturesque grounds and stately trees from your patio door... and on leisurely walks through 55 wooded acres. There is wonderful entertainment, especially the sounds produced by the Greatest Generation! You will have companionship at mealtimes in our bright...
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My cousin is adjusting well to living at SEM Villa. The staff are very nice and welcoming. They offer a lot of daily activities. She has not said anything negative about the food. The community is clean...
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.
Welcome home to SEM Villa, located in the heart of historical Milford. SEM Villa provides independent living, along with the help of support services as needed. We offer spacious single and double units with the convenience of three meals a day in our central dining room. If you enjoy a quiet...
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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.
Situated in beautiful central Indiana, Shelbyville is a unique town full of rich heritage and traditions. Residents of Ashford Place Health Campus who care to explore outside the campus grounds can enjoy annual festivals in the town circle, historic home tours, endless restaurants, and...
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My mother in law absolutely loves it here. It has been a journey getting here. She was in one that was very expensive. No activities to be had and the staff was not friendly at all. After 3 months, she...
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.
Eastgate Village is a retirement community that offers independent living with services such as meals, housekeeping, transportation and limited assistance.
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The staff are very friendly. very helpful, and very caring. They do the best they can do to meet my mother's needs. I chose The Glen because it was in close proximity to my house and it seemed as good as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.

Cost of independent living in Elrod, IN

The average cost of senior living in Elrod is $4,122 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westport, IN with an average of $3,067 per month.

Independent living costs in Elrod, IN, vs. nearby cities

Elrod, IN
$4,122/mo
$4,170/mo

Independent living costs in Elrod, IN, vs. state and national averages

Elrod, IN
$4,122/mo
$3,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Elrod, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,470/mo
Independent Living
$4,122/mo

Independent living costs in Elrod, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,221/mo
Studio
$4,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,383/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,823/mo

Senior living costs in Elrod 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: Elrod, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElrod, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$4,122/mo$3,197/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$3,697/mo$4,010/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,470/mo$5,079/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Elrod, IN:$4,122/mo
Indiana:$3,197/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Elrod, IN:$3,697/mo
Indiana:$4,010/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Elrod, IN:$5,470/mo
Indiana:$5,079/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Elrod, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elrod 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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Independent living cost trends in Elrod, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elrod 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elrod, IN$2,416/mo$2,299/mo+5.1%
Indiana$2,530/mo$2,575/mo-1.7%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Elrod, IN
2024 average cost:$2,416/mo
2023 average cost:$2,299/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,530/mo
2023 average cost:$2,575/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elrod

Recent reviews for independent living in Elrod

Eastgate Village in Cincinnati, OH

5.0
We are happy that our mom feels safe, comfortable, and she absolutely loves the facility and staff, thank you Eastgate Village for the peace of mind she has and our family, too!!! We have nothing goos to say about Eastgate Village and would recommend them to anyone facing a similar situation ...
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The Kenwood by Senior Star in Cincinnati, OH

4.8
I'm currently a resident at The Kenwood by Senior Star. I came to look at this place and loved it, so I moved in! There is lots to do, everyone is so friendly at this facility. I'm happy to be here. I live in an independent apartment and I don't have the meal plan. I would recommend this ...
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McKay Manor in Shelbyville, IN

4.3
I am currently a resident at McKay Manor. My move in went well, I had no troubles. The staff is good. The housekeeping is good. Overall, I would recommend the facility to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the kind and compassionate nature of the staff in various communities, with families expressing appreciation for the long-term friendships developed between their loved ones and caregivers. For instance, at Independence Village of Columbus, several residents mention the ...
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Variety of social and recreational activities. Residents enjoy a wide range of engaging activities suited to their interests in different communities. For example, at StoryPoint Union, residents participate in excursions outside the facility, while at Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community, they enjoy crafts, card games, and other social ev ...
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Comfortable and homey living spaces. Several reviews mention the apartment's spaciousness and hominess, allowing seniors to maintain their independence while feeling secure and comfortable. At Chesterwood Senior Living, the cottage-style living with outdoor patios and gardens creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The apartment ...
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Delicious and varied dining experiences. Residents look forward to mealtimes, with many communities offering a wide selection of menu options and chef-prepared meals. For instance, at Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort, residents praise the food quality and choice, while at Independence Village of Columbus, the dining room is desc ...
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Properly maintained community facilities. Maintaining a clean and well-kept community is essential for seniors' overall well-being and comfort. At The Lodge Retirement Community, the individual apartments are cleaned weekly, and the grounds are immaculate. The common areas, like the dining room in Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort ...
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Thoughtful and attentive care services. Several communities offer individualized care services tailored to each resident's unique needs. For instance, at Eastgate Village, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents feel safe and comfortable, while at Blue Rock Senior Living, the commitment to resident well-being is eviden ...
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Elrod independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elrod independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elrod, 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 Elrod 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 Elrod 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
39.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elrod 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 Elrod communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
57.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elrod 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 Elrod offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elrod, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
67.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
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