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The cost of independent living in Plum Tree is about $2,902 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 17 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 Northwood Manor
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My dad has been at Northwood for just over a year. He moved there after moving back from FL to be closer to me. He wanted independence but needed some supervision and friends his age. Northwood fit 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.
Since opening in December 1999, Northwood Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Marion. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance, full kitchen and its own thermostat to control. Northwood Manor is full of friendly, active residents...
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The food is excellent in fact they overfeed us and the staff is very helpful and very kind I really have nothing bad to say about this facility I have fallen a couple of times and nursing staff is here...
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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When it comes to the care services, our mom's in independent living so doesn't need care yet. For the meals - not able to eat inside right now. Expects to be able to do so in January. Our loved one has not...
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.
Photo of Heritage Pointe of Warren
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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.
Click on link to take a virtual tour of one of our apartments. https://heritagepointeofwarren.org/our-care/independent-living/apartments/
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.
Photo of Central Living Sr. Apts
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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 Heritage Pointe of Huntington, a CCRC
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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.
Check out our floor plans for our apartments and take a virtual tour by clicking the link below. https://heritagepointeofhuntington.org/our-care/residential-living/
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Cost of independent living in Plum Tree, IN

The average cost of senior living in Plum Tree is $2,902 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wabash, IN with an average of $2,391 per month.

Independent living costs in Plum Tree, IN, vs. nearby cities

Plum Tree, IN
$2,902/mo
$6,458/mo
$6,716/mo

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

Plum Tree, IN
$2,902/mo
$3,203/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Plum Tree, IN, vs. other senior living options

$7,656/mo
Independent Living
$2,902/mo

Independent living costs in Plum Tree, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,713/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,353/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,879/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,380/mo

Senior living costs in Plum Tree 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: Plum Tree, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlum Tree, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,902/mo$3,203/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,325/mo$4,010/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$7,656/mo$5,074/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Plum Tree, IN:$2,902/mo
Indiana:$3,203/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Plum Tree, IN:$3,325/mo
Indiana:$4,010/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Plum Tree, IN:$7,656/mo
Indiana:$5,074/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Plum Tree, IN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Plum Tree 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
Plum Tree, IN$3,276/mo$2,472/mo+32.5%
Indiana$2,469/mo$2,484/mo-0.6%
National$2,777/mo$2,786/mo-0.3%
Plum Tree, IN
2024 average cost:$3,276/mo
2023 average cost:$2,472/mo
Percent change:+32.5%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,469/mo
2023 average cost:$2,484/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$2,777/mo
2023 average cost:$2,786/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Plum Tree

Recent reviews for independent living in Plum Tree

Coventry Meadows Assisted Living and Garden Homes in Fort Wayne, IN

5.0
I would tell others to take advantage of all your opportunities. Don't be afraid to ask questions. And be sure to ask for help, they are more than glad to assist you. My mom moved to a studio apartment after dad passed and it has been the perfect size. She has been very happy.

The Crossings at Covington Commons in Fort Wayne, IN

4.7
Dad is healthy enough to be in independent living, so this is a great place with his own place and garage. He can come and go as he pleases and they have activities for him. He's enjoying playing Euchre with new friends. There was some confusion with the rent amount and when it started, but that ...
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Northwood Manor in Marion, IN

5.0
Northwood manor is exactly what my parents needed! This is a place where there is structure and independence! I am relieved knowing they are independent but they have all of their needs met under one roof!! They are not sitting in their home alone anymore! They have opportunities to congregate ...
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Plum Tree independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plum Tree independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plum Tree, 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 Plum Tree 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 Plum Tree partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plum Tree, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Plum Tree 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 Plum Tree communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plum Tree, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plum Tree 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 Plum Tree offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plum Tree, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.4%
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Northwood Manor, River Terrace Retirement Community and Christian Care Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Plum Tree, Indiana. See full list of communities.
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