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The cost of independent living in Wakefield is about $3,492 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 51 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 Inspirations of Mount Washington
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Our Mom was a resident for 3 years. I cannot say enough great things about Inspirations. The staff was absolutely amazing! They became family to Mom and to us. Mom became very ill and we thought she would...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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Cooper Trail Senior Living is a wonderful facility with caring and professional caregivers. My Mother was very well taken care of during her short stay there. Mom passed away a year and a half ago. I would...
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 Bluegrass Assisted Living -Bardstown
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These ratings were for someone with advancing dementia (w/ varying agitation) and advanced incontinence so those factors should be taken into account for our situation. All staff workers that we encountered...
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.
Bluegrass Assisted Living offers studio and one bedroom apartments, each with their own private bathroom complete with emergency pull cord.  Each apartment also has a kitchenette in which we provide a small refrigerator and a microwave.  Each apartment also has access to basic cable TV...
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A huge thank you for ALL that you do! I know it is not the easiest of jobs and especially during a Pandemic. Hometown Manor and all of you have been a lifesaver to me, and I greatly appreciate all you...
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.
Hometown Manor has been serving residents in this community for over 15 years. At Hometown Manor, we strive to serve as a model of quality assisted living care offering affordable living in a home-like environment. We offer a small setting that features family-style dining and engaging common...
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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, 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.
Windsor Gardens is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Bardstown, Kentucky, and is the leading Continuing Care Retirement Community in Kentucky, boasting a five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a top seven percent rating by the American College of...
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Cost of independent living in Wakefield, KY

The average cost of senior living in Wakefield is $3,492 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willisburg, KY with an average of $2,262 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wakefield, KY vs. nearby cities

Wakefield, KY
$3,492/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wakefield, KY vs. the state and national average

Wakefield, KY
$3,492/mo
U.S. national average
$4,147/mo

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

$4,377/mo
Independent Living
$3,492/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Wakefield, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,380/mo
Studio
$4,486/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,350/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,803/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Wakefield

Recent reviews for independent living in Wakefield

Village Crossing Retirement Resort in Louisville, KY

5.0
I chose Lake Forest Village because of all of the things above that are 5's. I looked at others and none of them even compared. Everything is all inclusive here, there are no extra charges for anything. The food is amazing, I would give it a 6 out of 5. I would recommend them to others looking.

Vitality Living Stony Brook in Louisville, KY

4.3
It's a nice cozy facility, clean and bright; but their food budgets are in need of review as they run out of resident favorites often. The dining experience is less than perfect due to space and ordering/ serving processes. I'd still recommend at this time but my loved ones have only been there ...
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Amber Oaks Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.6
Amber Oaks Assisted Living is a really good place. We have no issues with the staff. It's a location with not a lot of traffic. My family member really enjoys it there. They provide quality service that gives me peace of mind.

Wakefield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wakefield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wakefield, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
32.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Wakefield 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 Wakefield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wakefield, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42%
Room service
Room service
60%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wakefield 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 Wakefield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wakefield, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
45.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.6%
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