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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shady Lawn, IN
The cost of independent living in Shady Lawn is about $2,740 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 186 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Crown Point, South Holland and Homewood.
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21 reviews
Although Wittenberg Village has experienced some recent changes, the community is a perfect fit for my mom and the other residents. The activities keep her busy, and she really enjoys all of the extra...
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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Great overall experience. his wasn't easy for my parents but [name removed] with the facility made them feel welcomed and included from day 1. It was a great choice for our whole family and we are so...
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.
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Portage, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities with...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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66 Floor plans available
9.6
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77 reviews
From the receptionist all the way down the line, everyone is top notch and truly care for for our loved one. I sleep well at night knowing the care she is receiving. She is truly happy there, and says it...
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.
Clarendale of Schererville is a top pet-friendly senior community in the Chicago metro area, providing independent living assisted living and memory care for our residents. Our convenient and comfortable suburban location features 177 units and is designed with seniors’ comfort and well-being in...
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8 reviews
My father has been a resident at Miller Senior Living, Assited living in Portage, IN for over a year. The staff are wonderful, very attentive and caring for every resident. The facility is very clean! It is...
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.
About the facility: Miller’s Senior LivingAt Miller’s Senior Living, we tailor our care to your exact needs, whether you are completely self-sufficient and simply looking for maintenance-free living or require some assistance with daily activities like dressing, showering, or remembering to take...
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22 reviews
The communication leaves something to be desired. Nursing staff communicates well most of the time, but the business side is not good at all. Also, they have lost 3 deliveries. 2 were replaced, while one ...
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.
Count on Crown Point Christian Village to help you live better and age with grace. On our scenic 70-acre campus in Crown Point, Indiana, you’ll find a welcoming, serene and safe Christian community that feels like home. You’ll make new friends and stay close to family. And with all of your needs...
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My Mom has lived at Village Woods for a going on 6 years. She loves it there. All the staff is so friendly and nice to her. She has been in Assisted Living for almost 4 years. She loves the activities,...
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.
Village Woods is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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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 Crown Point offers seniors a licensed assisted living community in Crown Point, IN that they can call home. This community provides an excellent location to those seniors who are looking for a safe and caring place to call home. Crown Point is a part of Lake County, and it offers much...
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My mom was there about a year before she passed (6 months in memory care). I couldn't have asked for a kinder more caring staff. When you can't take care of your loved one yourself it is nice to know there...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Shady Lawn, IN
The average cost of senior living in Shady Lawn is $2,740 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gary, IN with an average of $2,478 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Shady Lawn
Recent reviews for independent living in Shady Lawn
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.
Celebrate Senior Living of South Holland
5.0
We chose Elevate South Holland because they were more affordable, patient, and they were friendly and gave us the time that we needed. The staff here went above and beyond their job description and were very accomodating. The apartments are nice and suitable for one person. I would absolutely ...
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Waterford Estates Senior Living in Hazel Crest, IL
4.3
The staff is great. They are helpful and friendly.
In terms of food - Stop serving so much pasta. There are so many seniors that have restricted diets. The servers should be aware of it and only serve them the restricted food that compliments their health.
Shady Lawn independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shady Lawn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shady Lawn, 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 Shady Lawn 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 Shady Lawn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shady Lawn, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shady Lawn 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 Shady Lawn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shady Lawn, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shady Lawn 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 Shady Lawn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
88.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
88.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rittenhouse Village At Portage, StoryPoint Chesterton and Senior Suites of Fay's Point are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shady Lawn, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Shady Lawn, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shady Lawn, Indiana are StoryPoint Chesterton, StoryPoint Schererville and Waterford Estates Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Shady Lawn
- Crown Point, Indiana
- South Holland, Illinois
- Homewood, Illinois
- Munster, Indiana
- Country Club Hills, Illinois
- Valparaiso, Indiana
- Crete, Illinois
- Olympia Fields, Illinois
- Highland, Indiana
- Cedar Lake, Indiana
- Flossmoor, Illinois
- Schererville, Indiana
- Merrillville, Indiana
- Matteson, Illinois
- Dyer, Indiana
- Hazel Crest, Illinois
- Lowell, Indiana
- Gary, Indiana
- Hammond, Indiana
- Lansing, Illinois
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