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The cost of independent living in Flat Rock is about $2,918 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 99 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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Photo of Independence Village of Columbus
2727 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.3
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48 reviews
9.3
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48 reviews
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Need a new shuttle bush and additional hours the halls and activity rooms has had no air conditioning this summer. Food delivery and quality are disappointing also need heart healthy entrees offered.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 to Independence Village of Columbus! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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55 Photos available
9.0
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9.0
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5 reviews
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Astral is a very active, bright, clean community with a very caring staff. Very happy with the life style there. I would recommend
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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Photo of Traditions of Columbus
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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22 reviews
8.7
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22 reviews
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9%
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He needed a higher level of care and they were making us pay extra for a sitter. Could improve Training of staff to take care of dementia patients better and understand the disease process. I did like the...
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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8.6
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11 reviews
8.6
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11 reviews
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I chose this community due to the cost and also the size of the apartment. The food is pretty bad and you don't have any choices unless you want a hamburger or hot dog. I have a medical reason for needing to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Since opening in December 1999, McKay Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Shelbyville. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. McKay Manor is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy...
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7.9
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We have not had much yet in the way of patient/resident care.. The food is good and the wait time to get your meal is not long. There are a lot of activities but at this point in time, mom makes the choices...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
GreenTree Catered Life offers a new senior housing alternative that combines residential apartment living, hotel like services, and access to personal care assistance. Our apartment styles range from cozy and economical alcove studios to more spacious three bedroom suites.Residents can decorate...
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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.
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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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Flat Rock, IN

The average cost of senior living in Flat Rock is $2,918 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin, IN with an average of $2,659 per month.

Independent living costs in Flat Rock, IN, vs. nearby cities

Flat Rock, IN
$2,918/mo
$3,023/mo
$3,237/mo

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

Flat Rock, IN
$2,918/mo
$3,203/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Rock, IN, vs. other senior living options

$4,741/mo
Independent Living
$2,918/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Rock, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,122/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,901/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,295/mo

Senior living costs in Flat Rock 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: Flat Rock, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFlat Rock, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,918/mo$3,203/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,190/mo$4,010/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$4,741/mo$5,074/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Flat Rock, IN:$2,918/mo
Indiana:$3,203/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Flat Rock, IN:$4,190/mo
Indiana:$4,010/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Flat Rock, IN:$4,741/mo
Indiana:$5,074/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Flat Rock, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Flat Rock 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.

Flat Rock, ININ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Flat Rock, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Flat Rock 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Flat Rock, IN$2,580/mo$2,390/mo+7.9%
Indiana$2,524/mo$2,602/mo-3.0%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Flat Rock, IN
2024 average cost:$2,580/mo
2023 average cost:$2,390/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,524/mo
2023 average cost:$2,602/mo
Percent change:-3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Flat Rock

Recent reviews for independent living in Flat Rock

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.

Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community

4.7
We chose Otterbein because of the cleanliness, friendliness of the staff members, and she was familiar with the location since we grew up on Jefferson Street. The facility itself did not look like an institution, it looked like a nice welcoming place that you want to be. I would recommend to ...
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Brookhaven at County Line in Indianapolis, IN

4.1
Generally they do a good job here. The staff are friendly, and the services and activities that they provide are good. The main area I'd like to see them improve in is being more comprehensive when it comes to the cleaning. The common areas, and the areas near the leasing office are kept very ...
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Flat Rock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Flat Rock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Flat Rock, 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 Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Flat Rock, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Flat Rock, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
87.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
87.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Flat Rock, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
87.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
87.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
87.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
75%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
87.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.4%
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Independence Village of Columbus, Astral at Franklin and Traditions of Columbus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Flat Rock, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Flat Rock, Indiana. See the full list.
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