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The cost of independent living in Bristol is about $2,724 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 89 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 South Bend, Goshen and Niles.

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Photo of Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living
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Mom lives in a one bedroom apartment. It's very nice. The staff is so awesome. Sadly, she does not engage in the dining or activities. She's kind of a recluse, but we are so happy about the care and...
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.
Brentwood at Elkhart is an independent senior living community in Elkhart, Indiana. Elkhart is a historic and charming town with a small town atmosphere near three major cities. Conveniently located just a short drive from Chicago, Indianapolis and South Bend, Elkhart offers peaceful and tranquil...
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Staff is very friendly and always willing to help your loved one out. They plan lots of activities and special concerts for not only your loved one but for family to join in.
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.
Tanglewood Trace is an independent and assisted living community in Mishawaka, Indiana. Mishawaka is a vibrant city located near South Bend. Mishawaka is a quaint and charming city, known for its Midwestern charm, friendly people and abundance of outdoor spaces. Home to one of the largest...
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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.
The Residence at Waterford Crossing is aptly named as it is located in the Waterford Crossing neighborhood of Maple City, a quiet area just a half mile off of SR 15 south of Goshen General Hospital and a quarter of a mile from Goshen's Prairie View Elementary School. In addition to being...
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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: 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.
It’s your life….…so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Wakarusa’s assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, our welcoming atmosphere...
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My Mother in law has tried one meal at this community as she is in independent living and it was very good. She is still getting settled into the community so she has not yet participated in any activities....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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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Cost of independent living in Bristol, IN

The average cost of senior living in Bristol is $2,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millersburg, IN with an average of $2,396 per month.

Independent living costs in Bristol, IN, vs. nearby cities

Bristol, IN
$2,724/mo
$2,614/mo

Independent living costs in Bristol, IN, vs. state and national averages

Bristol, IN
$2,724/mo
$3,205/mo
U.S. national average
$4,180/mo

Independent living costs in Bristol, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,055/mo
Independent Living
$2,724/mo

Independent living costs in Bristol, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,235/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,230/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,973/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,170/mo

Senior living costs in Bristol 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: Bristol, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBristol, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,724/mo$3,205/mo$4,180/mo
Assisted Living$3,888/mo$4,006/mo$4,765/mo
Memory Care$5,055/mo$5,060/mo$5,516/mo
Independent Living
Bristol, IN:$2,724/mo
Indiana:$3,205/mo
U.S.:$4,180/mo
Assisted Living
Bristol, IN:$3,888/mo
Indiana:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,765/mo
Memory Care
Bristol, IN:$5,055/mo
Indiana:$5,060/mo
U.S.:$5,516/mo
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Independent living costs in Bristol, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bristol 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 Bristol, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bristol 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bristol, IN$2,958/mo$2,517/mo+17.5%
Indiana$2,511/mo$2,566/mo-2.1%
National$3,226/mo$3,103/mo+4.0%
Bristol, IN
2024 average cost:$2,958/mo
2023 average cost:$2,517/mo
Percent change:+17.5%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,511/mo
2023 average cost:$2,566/mo
Percent change:-2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,226/mo
2023 average cost:$3,103/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Bristol

Recent reviews for independent living in Bristol

Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living

4.9
I would tell them they have a great community there. She enjoyed every minute she had there. Along with field trips and activities. I just wished we could have moved her in sooner.

St. Paul's in South Bend, IN

5.0
I would rank St. Paul's as all 5s. The entire staff is amazing. No matter who you see in a hallway or anywhere, they speak to you. This includes kitchen, custodial and laundry. All of the residents are treated with respect. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely ...
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Tanglewood Trace in Mishawaka, IN

5.0
We found Tangledwood Trace to be a lovely community of friendly and active seniors. Also, the Staff all greeted us with a smile and a friendly hello. The dining room is simply lovely, The outdoor grounds provide very nice walking areas. The facility is large enough indoors to provide ample ...
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Bristol independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bristol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bristol, 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 Bristol 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 Bristol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bristol, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bristol 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 Bristol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bristol, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bristol 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 Bristol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bristol, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, Tanglewood Trace and Waterford Crossing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bristol, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Bristol, Indiana. See the full list.

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