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The cost of independent living in Lake Station is about $7,221 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 217 options. Read 5838 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: 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.
Symphony of Dyer is located in Dyer, IN. This licensed assisted living community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Dyer is a part of Lake County, and it is beautiful in setting. Dyer offers the opportunity for residents and guests to spend time outdoors at one of the town’s parks....
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of River Oaks community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all...
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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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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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.
Freedom Village, a 198 unit, 3 story residential community has been designed to provide a new lifestyle alternative that enables residents to enjoy their retirement years the way they have planned for it.
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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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Everything has been great since I moved in! The apartments are very nice. Big kitchens, hardwood floors in most rooms, and the grounds are always well kept and clean looking. I'd give them 5s across the...
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.
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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, 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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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.
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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.
Wrightwood Senior Apartments are located in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, one of the most exciting cities in the United States. With a population of over three million people, Chicago is buzzing with life and opportunities. Wrightwood Senior Apartments offer convenience and comfort in a healthy...
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: 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 Station, IN

The average cost of senior living in Lake Station is $7,221 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gary, IN with an average of $2,508 per month.

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

Lake Station, IN
$7,221/mo
$2,856/mo

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

Lake Station, IN
$7,221/mo
$3,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,260/mo

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

$5,351/mo
Independent Living
$7,221/mo

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

Studio
$3,387/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,192/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,537/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,826/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Station 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 Station, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Station, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$7,221/mo$3,251/mo$4,260/mo
Assisted Living$4,619/mo$4,047/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$5,351/mo$5,111/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Lake Station, IN:$7,221/mo
Indiana:$3,251/mo
U.S.:$4,260/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Station, IN:$4,619/mo
Indiana:$4,047/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Lake Station, IN:$5,351/mo
Indiana:$5,111/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Station, IN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Station 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
Lake Station, IN$3,740/mo$3,879/mo-3.6%
Indiana$2,531/mo$2,568/mo-1.4%
National$3,201/mo$3,105/mo+3.1%
Lake Station, IN
2024 average cost:$3,740/mo
2023 average cost:$3,879/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,531/mo
2023 average cost:$2,568/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,201/mo
2023 average cost:$3,105/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Station

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.

High Point 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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Mather Place in Wilmette, IL

5.0
I like Mather Place because everyone is my friend: the people who live here and the people who work here. I can be alone if I choose but I can also always find an activity or a friend to spend time with. We care for each other, we help each other, we have fun together, and we respect each ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities. For example, at The Timbers of Shorewood, the staff addresses residents and families by name and go above and beyond to ensure everyone feels welcome. At StoryPoint Chesterton, all staff members are ...
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Social activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of social activities offered within communities. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, residents participate in daily activities such as water exercise, Bingo, LRC, euchre, and chair yoga. At Clarendale of Addison, the Clarendale of Addison hosts different them ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Many reviews praise the cleanliness of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. At Waterford Estates Senior Living, the staff is described as responsive to maintenance requests, ensuring the facilities are always well maintained. At Lisle Creek E ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Throughout reviews, high-quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge, the staff received praise for accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward t ...
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Communication between residents and staff. Families and residents appreciate the clear and consistent communication between them and community staff. At Solstice at Joliet, the staff goes the extra mile to keep residents and their loved ones informed and make sure care needs are being met. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, staff member ...
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Spacious and well-designed apartments. Residents often praise the ample space and thoughtful design of their apartments. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, residents enjoy the quiet and family like atmosphere of the community, which feels more like an apartment complex than a facility. At StoryPoint Chesterton, residents appreciate ...
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Lake Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Station, 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 Station 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 Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.4%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.7%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
28.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.1%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Station 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 Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Station 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 Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Station, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.5%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.6%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
46.8%
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Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Station, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 217 independent living facilities near Lake Station, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Station, Indiana are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and StoryPoint Chesterton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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