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The cost of independent living in Highland is about $3,770 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 130 options. Read 2301 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: 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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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.
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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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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My name is Betty Shelton. My 90 year old sister has lived at Holiday House in Springfield Tn for 17 years. She says it is the best place she has ever lived. They are helpful and friendly and maintenance...
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.
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.
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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.
Affordable 1 bedroom apartments to rent to families where the head of household is 62 years or older. Rent is based on 30% of the household's adjusted income. Extremely Low income category preference.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
If you are looking for affordable personalized care in a peaceful and welcoming environment, make Edmonson Center your next home. Edmonson Center is a Genesis senior living community located in downtown Brownsville, we are minutes away from Mammoth Cave National Park, the world's longest known...
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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.
Hearthside at Castle Heights is a locally owned and operated, non-profit Christian Retirement Community. The facility is overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors, all of whom live in Wilson County. The facility opened in November, 1994, and added 16 units and an activity room in 2000. Our...
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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.
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I would recommend Chippington Towers I for individuals that can care for themselves. They are not equipped as an Assisted Living Facility. My brother enjoys living there. He says that the staff is excellent....
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.
Chippington Towers is a senior housing located in the quiet, laid-back city of Madison, Davidson County, TN. Thanks to its prime location not far from Nashville, residents have a great many options in terms of things to do and place to go. There are plenty of nearby eateries, shopping...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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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I was at a loss as to where to place my 61yr old husband. The dr suggested Lakeshore Heartland and I knew it was the right placement for him when I walked through the door. I had such a strong feeling of...
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.
Heartland Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in the vibrant and exciting Nashville, Tennessee. You will be able to enjoy the calm and serenity of retirement living while being only a short van or car ride away from all that Nashville has to offer. The well-kept grounds and...
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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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.
Elkton Arms is a senior apartment complex located close to the downtown area of the city of Elkton, KY., the seat of Todd County. This idyllic little peaceful community is perfect for the 55 and older set desire peace and quiet. The small-town flavor exuded by the small, quaint community will be...
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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The Trevecca Towers has been great. It is very clean. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. The value is great as well. They have many activities such as Bingo and movie night. My loved one is very happy here....
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.
Trevecca Towers II is a senior housing community located in the lively city of Nashville, Davidson County, TN. Nashville, which is known as Music City, is the capital of Tennessee and is located on the Cumberland River. It boasts a vibrant cultural life, and is home to popular destinations such...
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I'am enjoying my time here at this community. It is a very nice community with kind people. The community is very well maintained. I have no problems, or concerns about this community. I'am very pleased with...
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.
Trevecca Towers is located in Nashville, Davidson County, TN. It is a place for the 55 and older crowd. The campus is gorgeous and relaxing. Each one of the senior apartments has a bedroom, bathroom, living room and bathroom. Located nearby is the Trevecca Nazarene University and many residents...

Cost of independent living in Highland, KY

The average cost of senior living in Highland is $3,770 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tompkinsville, KY with an average of $1,783 per month.

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

Highland, KY
$3,770/mo
$3,829/mo
$3,475/mo

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

Highland, KY
$3,770/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$4,596/mo
Independent Living
$3,770/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,400/mo
Studio
$2,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,501/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,332/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Senior living costs in Highland 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: Highland, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighland, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,770/mo$3,337/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,443/mo$4,425/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,596/mo$4,450/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Highland, KY:$3,770/mo
Kentucky:$3,337/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Highland, KY:$4,443/mo
Kentucky:$4,425/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Highland, KY:$4,596/mo
Kentucky:$4,450/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Highland

Recent reviews for independent living in Highland

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 helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, including Rutland Place Senior Living, Red Cedar Glen, and The Bridge at Hickory Woods, where residents and their families appreciate the caring nature of the caregivers and the responsiveness of the t ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at communities, such as games, art classes, and holiday parties, as mentioned in reviews for Rutland Place Senior Living, Windlands South, and Fieldstone Place.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important to residents, and several reviews praise the neat and tidy conditions of their apartments and the common areas at communities like AVIVA Maybelle Carter, Fieldstone Place, and Windlands South.
Flexible and accommodating to residents' needs. Reviews for communities like Red Cedar Glen, Clarendale at Indian Lake, and Fieldstone Place highlight the adaptability of staff members to accommodate residents' individual requirements and preferences, making for a more personalized experience.
Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Numerous reviews emphasize the warm and inviting atmosphere at communities, where residents make friends and feel at home, as noted in reviews for Rutland Place Senior Living, Windlands South, and The Bridge at Hickory Woods.
Accessible and convenient location. Living at communities like The McKendree Senior Living and Harmony at Mt Juliet is advantageous due to their proximity to essential services, shopping centers, and medical facilities, making daily life easier for residents.
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Highland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland, 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 Highland 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 Highland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highland, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.6%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
29.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.9%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Highland 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 Highland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highland, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.4%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
27.4%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland 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 Highland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highland, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.6%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.8%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Southern Kentucky Senior Living, The Bungalows at Bowling Green and Rutland Place Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highland, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 130 independent living facilities near Highland, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Highland, Kentucky are The Bungalows at Bowling Green and Vitality Living Hendersonville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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