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10 Best Independent Living Communities in New Castle, KY

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The cost of independent living in New Castle is about $3,479 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 188 options. Read 3088 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.
Emerson Center IncEmerson Center Inc. is a senior housing community in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the city of Lexington, Fayette County, KY. The temperate climate of the region is perfectly conducive to maintaining the health of the 55 and older set. Here they can sit back and...
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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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We were in the assisted living, but they were great as far as keeping the place clean, the meals, and all that. My loved one was only there a short time. There is enough parking. They were just really good...
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.
Windsor Gardens of Bardstown's mission is to provide the best personal assistance and comprehensive healthcare services in a gracious, home-like community where residents and their families have peace of mind. Our amenities include beautiful, well-maintained and verdant grounds, daily social...
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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.
Ashland Terrace has served Lexington, Kentucky as a nonprofit community for over one hundred and fifty years, providing reasonably priced housing and meals for independent women over sixty five.Located in a quiet, historic neighborhood of Chevy Chase, the Ashland Terrace environment is secure and...
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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.
Belmont Senior Apartments, a community serving individuals and couples 55 and over, is located in Cynthiana KY in Harrison County. Considered by many to be the horse racing capitol of the United States, Kentucky has much to offer its residents, as well as their friends and family. Staff at...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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, 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: 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.
Photo of Pleasant Meadows Assisted Living - Lexington
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.
Berkshire I & II is a senior housing community located close to the downtown area of the city of Harrodsburg, KY. This puts the community in close proximity to all the local shops, restaurants and businesses in the area. The 55 and older set will love the convenience. Residents will also love...
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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.
The Hamburg Senior Residence Center goes beyond meeting all of the standards for quality of care and will meet all of your needs in the same award winning way we have done in years past. Our building is handicapped accessible on all of it's three floors through elevator access. Aside from 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.
When it comes to getting the best in real quality senior care and senior living, may we recommend that you enjoy all we have to offer at Cypress Hills. We pride ourselves on providing the best in every aspect of our care, so that you will not have to worry about the one you love, because you know...
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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.
Come live in a nature-like setting, quietly tucked away in Nicholasville. Yet be close to all the conveniences of city living. We have the ideal place for you. At Creekside Senior Apartments you'll never be too far from schools, parks, banks, stores, post offices, and downtown. These spacious one...
Photo of Rose Terrace Lodge Inc
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in New Castle, KY

The average cost of senior living in New Castle is $3,479 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gratz, KY with an average of $2,117 per month.

Independent living costs in New Castle, KY, vs. nearby cities

New Castle, KY
$3,479/mo
$3,758/mo

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

New Castle, KY
$3,479/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in New Castle, KY, vs. other senior living options

$4,614/mo
Independent Living
$3,479/mo

Independent living costs in New Castle, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,147/mo
Studio
$4,993/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,073/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,602/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,317/mo

Senior living costs in New Castle 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: New Castle, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNew Castle, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,479/mo$3,291/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,653/mo$4,364/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,614/mo$4,388/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
New Castle, KY:$3,479/mo
Kentucky:$3,291/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
New Castle, KY:$4,653/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
New Castle, KY:$4,614/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in New Castle, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in New Castle 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 New Castle, KY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in New Castle 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
New Castle, KY$3,011/mo$3,079/mo-2.2%
Kentucky$2,982/mo$3,067/mo-2.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
New Castle, KY
2024 average cost:$3,011/mo
2023 average cost:$3,079/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$2,982/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in New Castle

Recent reviews for independent living in New Castle

Elk River Apartments in Georgetown, KY

5.0
At Elk River Senior everything seems good. I have no complaints. Everything here gets five stars from me. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is a good value. I am very pleased with this facility.

Crescent Place Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.5
Most people were very friendly, others not so much. Laundry often was not picked up, and/or returned. Same with trash. Cleaning was minimal. Meals were not good. Too salty. Not enough salads, fruit & veggies.

River Crossing in Charlestown, IN

5.0
The community is very caring and friendly. The experience was wonderful. The staff were very accommodating to the requests of our loved one. I would highly recommend this community to others for their loved one. The staff communication with the family was great! The Director of Marketing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Social and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents and staff create a friendly and inclusive environment at The Lafayette, StoryPoint Louisville East, and StoryPoint Louisville South, ensuring that newcomers quickly feel at home. Regular social events, group activities, and opportunities to make friends help keep residents engage ...
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Well-trained and caring staff. Throughout the reviews, staff members at various communities are praised for their dedication and compassionate care, including StoryPoint Union, Traditions at Hunter Station, and Richmond Place. Residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term relationships they've built w ...
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Diverse range of activities. Communities like Richmond Place, StoryPoint Louisville East, and Ashwood Place Senior Living offer an array of activities tailored to residents' interests, ensuring there is always something enjoyable to participate in. From arts and crafts to group outings, residents stay active and engag ...
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Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. At StoryPoint Union, Village Crossing Retirement Resort, and StoryPoint Louisville East, residents enjoy well-prepared meals that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. The dining teams go the extra mile to ensure everyone looks forward to mealtimes and feels nourished.
Spacious and updated living spaces. Living spaces at communities like StoryPoint Louisville South, Traditions at Beaumont, and StoryPoint Middletown are designed to provide comfort and privacy. Residents appreciate the roominess and modern amenities, as well as the cleanliness and upkeep of their apartments and common areas. ...
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Access to convenient on-site amenities and services. Residents at Legacy Living of Florence, Traditions at Hunter Station, and StoryPoint Union appreciate the ease of access to on-site amenities and services, such as a salon, bank, and pharmacy. These added conveniences help enhance the overall senior living experience.
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New Castle independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Castle independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Castle, 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 New Castle 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 New Castle 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
27.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in New Castle 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 New Castle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Castle 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 New Castle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.8%
46.4%
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Twin Oaks Assisted Living, StoryPoint Union and StoryPoint Middletown are the top-rated independent living facilities near New Castle, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 188 independent living facilities near New Castle, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in New Castle, Kentucky are StoryPoint Union, StoryPoint Middletown and Magnolia Springs Louisville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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