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The cost of independent living in Wakeland is about $3,203 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 119 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 Meadowood
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A very friendly community, food service beats my previous experience. Activities seem fun but hard to schedule to meet our current calendar. One major dislike is entry doors are too heavy to negotiate while...
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.
Nestled in the rolling hills just north of the Indiana University campus, Meadowood is eager to showcase our premiere Retirement Community. Proudly serving Monroe County and surrounding communities since 1983. Meadowood is a leader in providing top quality retirement living, resident service...
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The prices kept going up, so it got a little two on the expensive side... and the food quality did not go up with the price... other than that I really liked it. Also for the price, the internet should have...
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.
Find Your Joy at The Oaks at Plainfield Independent Living where you'll enjoy a maintenance free lifestyle combined with modern luxury living! Everything is designed with you in mind, from delicious chef-prepared meals to a calendar filled with exciting, educational activities and outings with...
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I personally think so far everything thing is great. The facility is really nice inside and out and the people they were the main cog and still are I see they treat almost all people with respect.
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.
Caring people make the difference at Meadow Lakes. You can feel it the minute you walk into our community and meet our staff. They are experts at senior healthcare that are not just doing a job, but following a calling. They are here to help you and your family find answers, solutions and peace...
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When I first moved in the maintenance was slow to get things done. But it is much better. Meals have improved. The staff are very helpful and kind. We meet once a month to express any complaints and they try...
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.
Live the sweet life when making your home at Sugar Grove. The country setting of our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Plainfield, IN, radiates warmth and provides an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally stimulating. Residents are...
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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.
It's your life.......so live it to the fullest at Miller's Senior Living Community. Mooresville's premier assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America's Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a welcoming...
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My mother-in-law has been a resident for almost 2 years. Autumn Park rocks, the staff are very engaging, very attentive and address special needs wonderfully. The Apartments are very spacious compared to...
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, 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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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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Thank you just does not seem appropriate; but there are no other words that I can say - the peace of mind, the level of care and the staff at Ivy Trace is exceptional. The facility is warm and inviting. My...
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.
Ivy Trace Assisted Living is a small residence of just 15 one-bedroom apartments. All on one floor, we have no steps or elevators to contend with. Our comfortable community living room is warm and inviting for watching favorite shows or movies on our big screen TV, enjoying musical...
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Cost of independent living in Wakeland, IN

The average cost of senior living in Wakeland is $3,203 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Martinsville, IN with an average of $2,648 per month.

Independent living costs in Wakeland, IN, vs. nearby cities

Wakeland, IN
$3,203/mo
$3,317/mo

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

Wakeland, IN
$3,203/mo
$3,203/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Wakeland, IN, vs. other senior living options

$4,664/mo
Independent Living
$3,203/mo

Independent living costs in Wakeland, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$1,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,300/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,100/mo

Senior living costs in Wakeland 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: Wakeland, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWakeland, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$3,203/mo$3,203/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,855/mo$4,010/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$4,664/mo$5,074/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Wakeland, IN:$3,203/mo
Indiana:$3,203/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Wakeland, IN:$3,855/mo
Indiana:$4,010/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Wakeland, IN:$4,664/mo
Indiana:$5,074/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Wakeland, IN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wakeland 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
Wakeland, IN$1,744/mo$1,815/mo-3.9%
Indiana$2,530/mo$2,575/mo-1.7%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Wakeland, IN
2024 average cost:$1,744/mo
2023 average cost:$1,815/mo
Percent change:-3.9%
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 Wakeland

Recent reviews for independent living in Wakeland

Harmony at Avon

5.0
I feel like the staff has been very friendly. The housekeeping is good. The move in process was easy. There has been some issues lately with a few complaints about the meals not being that good. I would highly recommend this facility.

Bell Trace in Bloomington, IN

4.0
The facility is attractive and clean. The staff is caring and capable. Their target demographic is independent seniors. While they do offer special care for those that may need it, they are somewhat limited with what they can do if the client is not mentally or emotionally sound. My mother's ...
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Gentry Park Senior Living in Bloomington, IN

4.0
All facilities seem to struggle to keep staff, but there was good continuity among direct care providers, which was very helpful. They were going through a really rough patch with management changes followed by a buy-out. Hopefully they've already addressed the issues I observed. Dad went to ...
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Wakeland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wakeland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wakeland, 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 Wakeland 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 Wakeland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wakeland 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 Wakeland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wakeland, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wakeland 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 Wakeland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wakeland, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Meadowood, The Oaks at Plainfield and Meadow Lakes Assisted Living and Garden Homes are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wakeland, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Wakeland, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Wakeland, Indiana is Park Square Manor. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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