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The cost of independent living in Shelby is about $3,065 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 118 options. Read 954 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 Westgate Assisted Living
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My wife and I have found Westgate to be a fabulous experience. The staff is hard working & friendly. We knew that this is where she wanted to be as soon as we visited. Would recommend Westgate to anyone...
Provides: Assisted 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.
10-Time Winner of 'Omaha's Best Assisted Living' Award from Omaha Magazine, Westgate Assisted Living has a sparkling reputation! We are also a 4-Time winner of The Reader's Choice Award and a Bronze National Quality Award winner! Westgate is Certified A+ by the BBB. We are nestled in a quiet,...
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Photo of Crown Pointe Retirement Community
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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I was invited last week to there Christmas Dinner. The food was amazing and all the beautiful trees. I even enjoyed meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus. I will be visiting again. The area was so clean and the...
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.
Discover the good life at Crown Pointe, where the most sought after Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Omaha, Nebraska, can be found in abundance. Our warm and inviting community is filled with potential friends and comforts to help residents enjoy every moment of...
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2121 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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64 reviews
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Activities have been great and the experience has been positive. There is an overall homeliness and clean atmosphere to take in. Staffing can be an issue especially in the kitchen but typically there are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Discover the sweet life at Marquis Place of Elkhorn, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Our property invites residents to come together and enjoy the luxury of spacious apartments. Each of our units combines the very best safety features along with...
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Photo of Maple Ridge Retirement Community
2323 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.3
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63 reviews
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Everything is a 4+ I have made a lot of friends being here and I would recommend Maple Ridge community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
Maple Ridge Retirement is Omaha, NE’s Premier independent living community. Maple Ridge Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Maple Ridge Retirement is an all-inclusive retirement...
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2727 Floor plans available
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Our experience transitioning our dad from living at home to independent senior living has been a pleasant experience. The sales director [name removed] will go over and beyond to make your loved one adjust...
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.
Rolling Hills Ranch provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet suburb of Omaha, you'll love the elegance of our facilities, friendly staff and the convenience of being close to the amenities of the nearby city....
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Photo of Walnut Grove Retirement Community
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9.2
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All 5's, it has been a great experience! The size of the apartments is as to be expected. There is plenty of activities to do and the theatre is wonderful. The residents are very friendly and staff are...
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.
Walnut Grove Retirement is Omaha's Premier independent living community. Walnut Grove Retirement Resort comprises 129 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one,  two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Walnut Grove Retirement is an...
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Photo of Connect55 Plus La Vista
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Great people. Very independent but they have a lot of gatherings all the time. They have activities for the renters almost every day. And they have daily workout. You are truly independent but still have the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Active Senior Living Community in La VistaConnect55+ La Vista, located in La Vista, Nebraska, offers spacious, pet-friendly apartment homes for active adults over age 55. Connect55+ communities feature thoughtful amenities, maintenance-free living, and a full range of events and activities for...
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9.1
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Absolutely, a five on every one of them! Cedarhurst was fantastic! The biggest thing that I noticed was that everything was clean. My dad was always taken care of even when he was on hospice there. He had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Cedarhurst of La Vista, we are driven by our mission to be a real, true friend to every member of our community. Our goal is to create a space where our residents enjoy an empowering blend of the independence they want, with the assistance they need in both our assisted living and memory care...
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Photo of Remington Heights Retirement Community
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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25 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the front desk people and the activities that are offered. We would recommend Remington Heights to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Remington Heights Retirement in Omaha, Nebraska, is the ideal community for seniors seeking an active and rewarding retirement.Offering both independent living and assisted living, Remington Heights focuses on providing each resident with an enriching lifestyle.With delicious meal options, an...
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Photo of Allen Place
77 Photos available
8.6
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11 reviews
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Choose this facility because it was a little smaller. My folks lived on a farm and then small town so a larger facility would be overwhelming. I think they try really hard but are short staffed like...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Allen Place is a senior living community in Atlantic Iowa near the Nishna Hills Golf Club. Our community has a wonderful view of the lush green rolling hills but we are close enough to town for frequent outings to restaurants, shopping and our local farmers market. We also take regular visits to...
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Photo of Hansen House Harlan
44 Photos available
8.5
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This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Amelia Senior Living
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8.5
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Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always...
Provides: Assisted 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.
We are proud to offer seniors a suite of assisted care services that make everyday living in their home in our community easier and more enjoyable. We provide housekeeping, laundry, meal service, activities and much more to create a vibrant environment for our residents. Contact us for more...
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Photo of Hansen House
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8.0
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The Hansen House in Council Bluffs, Iowa is an awesome place to place your loved one’s. They are very caring for your loved one’s. In the previous placement they stuck mom in her room by herself and there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Hansen house is a residential care home located in the serene city of Council Bluffs, Iowa which is the county seat for Pottawattamie County. Strategically located in close proximity to the home are a number of major healthcare providers in the area, as well as churches, parks and drug stores....
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Photo of St. Joseph Tower Assisted Living
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What we like a lot about the St Joseph Tower community is all the different activities they have going on for the residents, like cards and bingo nights. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Photo of Via Christe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Love Via Christie!! The Via Christie staff all go way beyond what is expected to make their residents feel at home and safe at all times. Very comforting to know my dad is being well cared for. Thank you to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Photo of Richmont Senior Living
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
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My loved one was a resident at Richmont Senior Living. This is a very nice facility, everything was great and we were very happy with it. The care, the cleanliness, the friendliness were all great. I would...
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.
Proudly serving the Bellevue community for over 13 years,we have genuine affection for our residents. Come see why Richmont Village is the best and most affordable Independent Living in he area. There is no reason to spend your retirement years alone and inactive. If you are an active senior...
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Photo of Hickory Villa
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11 Floor plan available
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Staff are all down to earth, fun and "get it" when it comes to the nuances of aging. They've taken steps above and beyond. She is well cared for and as close to happy as she can be being away from our...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Hickory Villa offers intimate assisted living apartments in a bright, airy neighborhood with spacious grounds and warm caregivers. Hickory Villa is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in...
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Photo of Bickford of Omaha Hickory
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I was in a huge problem with my brother. Bickford on Hickory has helped with all my brother’s needs medically, physically, and emotionally. They helped me also. I had no idea what to do for his care and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
If you've yet to witness a vibrant senior living environment, it's high time you visited Bickford. From appetizing, home-cooked meals to the reassuring presence of our compassionate caregivers, your loved one is in for a treat. Our activity calendar is bursting at the seams, ensuring they're...
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Mom has lived at Homestead a year and a half now, the staff are loving and caring people. The residents come first for all. Management staff ate kind, welcoming and always available to listen. If...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Reed Place is a pet friendly senior living community where our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate assistance in their daily routines only when needed. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a...
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Photo of Bailey Pointe at Roxbury Park
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Bailey Pointe at Roxbury Park is a wonderful assisted living facility. They have an excellent, kind, and caring staff. The food in the community dining room is amazing. The apartment is just the right size....
Provides: Assisted 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.
WELCOME TO BAILEY POINTE ASSISTED LIVING AT ROXBURY PARKBailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park provides expert, compassionate care in a home-like environment tucked away in picturesque Southwest Omaha. At our community, you can enjoy the best of the Omaha area while receiving comfortable,...
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Photo of Avidor Omaha, 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
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What we like the most about Avidor Omaha is the caring and support the residents show each other is something that our family likes about Avidor. We also like all the activities and the encouraging staff.
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.
This premier 55+ active adult community features extensive amenities, designer finishes and daily events & activities. From the pool with sun deck, the fitness club to stainless steel appliances and custom flooring & cabinetry, our designers have thought of everything to make your next adventure...
Photo of Bailey Pointe at Plattsmouth
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We love Bailey Pointe at Plattsmouth community and my Mother-in-law has been there 7 months now and is still content. They offer activities for the residents and the place is always decorated for a holiday...
Provides: Assisted 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.
WELCOME TO BAILEY POINTE ASSISTED LIVING AT PLATTSMOUTHBailey Pointe Assisted Living at Plattsmouth provides expert, compassionate care in a friendly, small-town environment. Enjoy the best of Plattsmouth and the Omaha metropolitan area while receiving comfortable care from our tenured team...
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5 on all. Great experience. Staff is awesome. I definitely would recommend this community to other families. My dad has passed away, but while he was there they took amazing care of him!!
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.
Overlooking a 60 acre lake, Elk Ridge Village includes Independent Apartments, Assisted Living Residences, Alzheimer's Care Suites, Villas, and a beautiful Clubhouse. Elk Ridge Village On The Lake is located near the west edge of the Omaha metropolitan area in the beautiful Elk Ridge neighborhood...
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Photo of Valley Lakes
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33 Floor plans available
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I want to thank [name removed] for her time and professionalism in helping place our mother in your community. She provided us with being more comfortable in placing our mother in a safer place. Thank you...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Valley Lakes is a beautiful community located on 16 acres of tranquil countryside, on the South side of Valley, NE. At Valley Lakes, you can live your life and leave your worries behind! Our assisted living community is the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence, yet need some...
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Photo of Rolling Meadows Senior Living
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Rolling Meadows gets 5 stars all around! The staff are all very approachable with any questions or concerns that we have had. The main things that stuck out about them over other places we initially...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Swan Place is located in the picturesque small town of Carroll, Iowa. We are on the east end of town just one block south of Northeast Park. Our beautiful community evokes images of country living, with its large front porch and white picket fence in front. We have two enclosed courtyards where...
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Cost of independent living in Shelby, IA

The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $3,065 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neola, IA with an average of $1,864 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelby, IA vs. nearby cities

Shelby, IA
$3,065/mo
$2,054/mo
$2,899/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelby, IA vs. the state and national average

Shelby, IA
$3,065/mo
$3,219/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelby vs. other types of senior living

$4,382/mo
Independent Living
$3,065/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shelby, IA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,392/mo
Studio
$4,666/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,217/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,620/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Shelby

Recent reviews for independent living in Shelby

Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA

4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Marquis Place in Elkhorn, NE

4.3
The marketing director was very instrumental in the choice to place our long time friend at Marquis Place! She has continued to be a bright spot for us when we visit! Her friendliness and sense of humor is very welcome! I have made friends with several residents in my time at weekly visits to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Residents and their families consistently praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at Bloomfield. One review even mentions a tour guide going above and beyond to make them feel welcome and ensure their best interests were considered.
Flexible dining options. Reviews at Bloomfield highlight the freedom to choose when and what to eat in the dining room, with optional meals and a remarkable chef accommodating dietary restrictions.
Community atmosphere. The sense of community is strong at Bloomfield, with residents looking out for each other, caring for one another, and a wide range of activities available for all.
Thoughtful communication. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is valued at Bloomfield, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are met.
Friendly and helpful residents. Residents at Bloomfield are described as friendly and supportive, creating a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers and making daily life more enjoyable.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Bloomfield consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of both the private living spaces and communal areas, with a focus on maintaining a beautiful and attractive environment
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Shelby independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby, 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 Shelby 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 Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby 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 Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby 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 Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.7%
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