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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lancaster, KY
The cost of independent living in Lancaster is about $2,744 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 33 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 Richmond, Danville and Berea.
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I would rate everything as a 5. My mom and stepdad are happy at McDowell Place. It's clean, the staff is friendly and caring. The dining manager is responsive to suggestions and they have lots of 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.
McDowell Place of Danville is a unique independent and assisted living community, also offering respite and personal care. It is spacious, comfortable and finely appointed to make your stay, or that of a loved one, as pleasant as possible.What makes McDowell Place unique? Our people: We have 46...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Walker's Trail Senior Living and everything has been great for her at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The food and activities are great. The...
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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We moved our mother from a luxury senior living community in Lexington, KY to Parkview Manor in Danville, where we now live, after she needed more skilled care than an independent community could offer. At...
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.
Anyone who isn't able to deal with the huge variety tasks involved in daily life can benefit from taking residence at Parkview Manor assisted living homes. This assisted living community offers a variety of different living accommodations for those with or without medical problems. Regardless of...
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Felt right from the start! My dad needed extra help with his medications and with bathing. He wasn't eating very well at home and forgot to take his pills often. Morning Pointe has a nurse to give his pills...
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.
Morning Pointe Senior Living The goal of Morning Pointe Assisted Living, Senior Living and The Lantern Alzheimer's Center of Excellence every day is to create Meaningful Days for the seniors we serve. Our mission is to be the provider of choice, offering exceptional and comprehensive quality...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Northtown Senior offers senior housing and independent apartments for seniors and 55+ residents. This apartment housing complex is located in Junction City, Boyle County, Kentucky and is just a few minutes away from Danville. With beautifully landscaped gardens and splendid scenery, Northtown...
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.
Centrally located in the Danville, Boyle County, KY area, the Shaker Point apartments are a quiet and quaint community that is perfect for adults that are over the age of 62. Located directly in the heart of nearby restaurants, grocery stores, shopping centers and more, Shaker Point is an ideal...
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.
Orchard Commons I/II is a senior housing community located close to the downtown area of the city of Crab Orchard, KY. Within walking distance of schools, and several convenient stores, this senior housing apartment complex is ideally suited for the elderly and special needs persons. The complex...
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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Cost of independent living in Lancaster, KY
The average cost of senior living in Lancaster is $2,744 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, KY with an average of $313 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster, KY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Lancaster
Recent reviews for independent living in Lancaster
Morning Pointe of Danville
5.0
Our first choice! We just experienced the difficulty decision to place my mother in Senior home. It was so very hard, but Morning Pointe made this process very easy. We are very satisfied with the care she is receiving. I am amazed at the care and compassion that all the staff shows! My mother ...
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Parkview Manor in Danville, KY
4.0
I would recommend the community to others. They are friendly, and informative. The communication could be better, not sure if this is because of COVID, or because they are busier. The administrative is also similar to the care staff.
McDowell Place of Danville
4.8
We chose Mcdowell Place of Danville because it was a really nice facility, very clean and the staff members were all very friendly. The room sizes here were adequate for their needs. We ate dinner here with my parents on several occasions and the food was always very good, it was on par with any ...
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Lancaster independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lancaster, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster 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 Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lancaster, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster 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 Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lancaster, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.7%
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Holiday Hartland Hills, McDowell Place of Danville and Cedarhurst of Nicholasville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lancaster, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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