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The cost of independent living in Franklin is about $3,784 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 141 options. Read 2561 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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hartland Green is located in Horse Cave, KY. When people become senior citizens they want to have an environment to cater to their lifestyle. With all of the different options today, it can be challenging to find a home that offers all of your wants and needs. Hartland Green is a community of...
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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In the Summer of 2015, my Father passed away after 3 months of hospitalization. He was my Mother's true love, soulmate and caregiver as he was 86 and she was 92. At the time, Mother had Neuropathy in her...
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.
The emphasis at Southerland Place is on independence and freedom of choice in an elegant atmosphere of subtle taste and charm.Our personal care residence is a place you can call home....with complete confidence that your medical and personal assistance needs will be met, and that your dignity...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Franklin, KY

The average cost of senior living in Franklin is $3,784 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Horse Cave, KY with an average of $2,207 per month.

Independent living costs in Franklin, KY, vs. nearby cities

Franklin, KY
$3,784/mo
$3,428/mo
$3,530/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin, KY, vs. state and national averages

Franklin, KY
$3,784/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin, KY, vs. other senior living options

$4,537/mo
Independent Living
$3,784/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,492/mo
Studio
$4,946/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,337/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,639/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Senior living costs in Franklin 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: Franklin, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFranklin, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,784/mo$3,290/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,409/mo$4,364/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,537/mo$4,388/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Franklin, KY:$3,784/mo
Kentucky:$3,290/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Franklin, KY:$4,409/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Franklin, KY:$4,537/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Franklin

Recent reviews for independent living in Franklin

Maple Cottage Assisted Living Transitions in Portland, TN

4.4
Overall we have been very pleased with our experience. We like that it's a smaller facility (20 residents), easier to talk with staff. However, there has been quite a bit of turnover in the year we have been with them. We have had three "in-charge " people in a year and the position is currently ...
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Grace Manor Assisted Living Community in Nashville, TN

4.0
I have to say my favorite thing about this community is how well maintained and kept clean it is. Every time I go to visit it is completely spotless with a fresh smell throughout the building. My mom has had no complaints about the food and has really enjoyed participating in the many activities ...
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Dandridge Tower in Nashville, TN

4.0
In general things seem to be going well for my loved on at Dandridge Tower. It's a nice enough looking place, but what really sets it apart is the people. Everyone is so friendly, and so welcoming! It's really a tight knit community. My loved one can be a bit of a shut-in, but she's always got ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities, such as Rutland Place Senior Living, where residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers. Staff members are described as genuinely caring an ...
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Variety of on-site activities. Residents at communities like Park Place Retirement Community and Fieldstone Place enjoy the wide range of activities offered, from games and hobbies to outings and social events. These activities help keep residents engaged and active.
Affordable pricing and value for money. Several reviews mention the reasonable pricing and good value for the services and amenities provided at communities such as Red Cedar Glen, Vitality Living Hendersonville, and AVIVA Maybelle Carter.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, including the private rooms and communal areas, such as the dining rooms and common areas, at places like Windlands South, Rutland Place Senior Living, and The McKendree Senior Living.
Supportive and inclusive environment. Residents feel welcomed and included in communities like Rutland Place Senior Living, where they've formed meaningful connections with fellow residents and staff. The positive and supportive atmosphere encourages socializing and a sense of belonging.
Accessible transportation and proximity to amenities. Communities like The McKendree Senior Living and The St. Paul are conveniently located near grocery stores, hospitals, and other essential services. Accessible transportation options make it easy for residents to get around and maintain their independence.
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Franklin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklin, 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 Franklin 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 Franklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklin, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklin 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 Franklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklin, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklin 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 Franklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklin, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
46.4%
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Rutland Place Senior Living, Fieldstone Place and Morningside of Springfield are the top-rated independent living facilities near Franklin, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 141 independent living facilities near Franklin, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Franklin, Kentucky are Fieldstone Place and Morningside of Springfield. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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