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The cost of independent living in Lake Dalecarlia is about $5,172 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 184 options. Read 4522 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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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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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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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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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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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.
Photo of Deliverance Manor
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Cal-Met Village Apartments
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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Willa Rawls Manor Apartments
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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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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Photo of Joshua Arms
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: 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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
Photo of Archer Avenue Senior Residences
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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When you first enter the building you are greeted by a friendly person who can answer any question you may have. Everywhere you go everything is pristine throughout the building. The nurses are very helpful...
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.
Alvernia Manor sits atop 80 beautiful acres in Lemont,Il, just southwest of Chicago. We first opened our doors in l971 as a nonprofit private pay home for seniors. We are operated by the School Sisters of St.Francis of Christ the King and we welcome seniors of all races and religions. Alvernia...
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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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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.
Welcome HomeAutumn Trace is a privately-owned company with a history of operation in rural Indiana, specializing in a hands-on approach to catered independent and assisted living. With management close by, no issue is without a quick resolution and flexibility is always an option. We provide an...
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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.
The Village at Our Lady of Angels provides seniors with an independent living community in Joliet, IL. This community offers a great place to live. Joliet is a part of the counties of Kendall and Will. Joliet offers much to do and see, and residents and their guests enjoy checking out the Joliet...
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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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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.
Ruth C. Sabin HomeRuth C. Sabin Home is an independent living community in La Porte, IN. This community is located in an area within LaPorte County that is quiet and peaceful, and residents enjoy calling it home. Those who are residents of La Porte and the guests of those individuals enjoy...
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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.
Carmelite Carefree Village is a retirement residence for men, women and married couples of all faiths and races who are capable of independent living. However, our residents also have access to supportive services for various personal needs. Carefree has 96 motel-style rooms, each with a...
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: 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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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.

Cost of independent living in Lake Dalecarlia, IN

The average cost of senior living in Lake Dalecarlia is $5,172 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gary, IN with an average of $2,479 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Dalecarlia, IN, vs. nearby cities

Lake Dalecarlia, IN
$5,172/mo
$3,050/mo

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

Lake Dalecarlia, IN
$5,172/mo
$3,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,187/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Dalecarlia, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,185/mo
Independent Living
$5,172/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Dalecarlia, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,214/mo
Studio
$5,082/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,160/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,207/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,696/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Dalecarlia 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: Lake Dalecarlia, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Dalecarlia, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$5,172/mo$3,197/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living$4,486/mo$4,008/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$5,185/mo$5,061/mo$5,537/mo
Independent Living
Lake Dalecarlia, IN:$5,172/mo
Indiana:$3,197/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Dalecarlia, IN:$4,486/mo
Indiana:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Lake Dalecarlia, IN:$5,185/mo
Indiana:$5,061/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Dalecarlia, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lake Dalecarlia 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 Lake Dalecarlia, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Dalecarlia 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
Lake Dalecarlia, IN$3,306/mo$3,818/mo-13.4%
Indiana$2,530/mo$2,575/mo-1.7%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Lake Dalecarlia, IN
2024 average cost:$3,306/mo
2023 average cost:$3,818/mo
Percent change:-13.4%
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 Lake Dalecarlia

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Dalecarlia

Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Tinley Court Catered Senior Living in Tinley Park, IL

4.3
My brother [Removed] lived there for 2 1/2 years. I can't say enough good things about this facility. He had a lot of health needs but was able to be there and maintain a good amount of independence. The staff were always attentive to him and responsive to me. They helped us find wonderful ...
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Golden Years Retirement Home in Lyons, IL

4.2
Golden Years Retirement Home is an average looking community, nothing to fancy. The rooms they provide are clean. Overall the food is okay, and we would recommend this community to a family or friend.

Lake Dalecarlia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Dalecarlia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Dalecarlia, 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 Lake Dalecarlia 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 Lake Dalecarlia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Dalecarlia, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Dalecarlia 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 Lake Dalecarlia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Dalecarlia, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Dalecarlia 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 Lake Dalecarlia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Dalecarlia, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
46.4%
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StoryPoint Chesterton, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Dalecarlia, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 184 independent living facilities near Lake Dalecarlia, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Dalecarlia, Indiana are StoryPoint Chesterton, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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