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10 Best Independent Living Communities in De Kalb County, IN
The cost of independent living in De Kalb County is about $3,025 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 42 options. Read 409 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 Fort Wayne, Auburn and Garrett.
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9.5
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6 reviews
Every member seems to genuinely care about each person living at Smith Farm. Staff members learn the names of new residents quickly and always address you by name – with a genuine smile. The level of...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Since opening in December 1999, Smith Farms has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Auburn. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. Smith Farms is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy apartment...
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9.1
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11 reviews
The nursing staff was excellent. Sometimes we wanted a doctor's opinion, but a doctor wasn't usually available. We needed memory care. This was by far the best value for what we could afford.
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.
Astral at Auburn is a newly constructed, beautiful Senior Living Community serving seniors our spacious Independent Living, Licensed Assisted Living, and Memory Support all within one campus. We look forward to meeting you!
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98 reviews
The dining gives the feel of a five star experience. The workers are all so kind and make sure that you feel welcome and at home in our home. Thank you Story Point for making me feel at home.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Fort Wayne North! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living and enhanced living. Throughout each service level, we strive...
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9.6
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63 reviews
We chose Georgetown Place because of location, price, amenities, the structure itself and a very friendly and knowledgeable staff. I do worry about the consistency of services for my mom. Not sure everything...
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.
Grow socially at Georgetowne Place, where our residents stay active with weekly outings, water aerobics in our outdoor pool and exercise programs while enjoying some of the most desired amenities and services available at an Independent Living community in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our goal is to...
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9.6
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24 reviews
I thought it was a very good place. I would rate all categories a 5. We chose this place because the location was good. We also knew people that had been patients there and had been happy with the care that...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
North Woods Village at Inverness Lakes in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana is a brand new, state-of-the-art memory care assisted living community that opened in August of 2015. It is located on the prestigious Southwest side of Fort Wayne, IN. It is very close to I-69, making it a very quick...
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9.3
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29 reviews
They are helpful a bit slow to take care of things but my father's happy then so am I. We picked this community because he was familiar with that place. My mother was there for care for a time before she...
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.
Caring people make the difference at Heritage Park. You can feel it the minute you walk into our community and meet our staff. They are experts at senior healthcare that are not just doing a job, but following a calling. They are here to help you and your family find answers, solutions and peace...
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9.2
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36 reviews
Park Place has a warm family atmosphere. The staff is amazing and there is little staff turnover which is unusual in care facilities so everyone feels close and comfortable. I am so glad I chose it and know...
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.
Park Place Senior Living, located near Parkview Regional Medical Center, provides an elegant, peaceful, resort-like atmosphere that fosters independence and self-esteem. At Park Place you can transition from active retirement to assisted living and still be in the tranquil setting you have come...
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9.2
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25 reviews
I would tell others to take advantage of all your opportunities. Don't be afraid to ask questions. And be sure to ask for help, they are more than glad to assist you. My mom moved to a studio apartment...
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.
OUR COMMUNITY Coventry Meadows offers senior housing and health solutions with a multitude of premier services including: Garden Homes Assisted Living Apartments New Energy Wellness Moving Forward Rehabilitation Auguste's Cottage Memory Care Center Skilled Nursing Services Long Term Care Hospice...
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9.0
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34 reviews
It's been fine for my loved one so far. Only bad thing I know of is if she decides to go to big house for a meal they quite often run out of main meal leaving hamburger as an option
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.
Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne is a premier retirement community that assists seniors to reach maximum independence. Unlike other communities, Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne brings home and health together. Conveniently located in Southwest Fort Wayne, Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne...
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8.5
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2 reviews
5 stars for all. I was so impressed with Autumn Trace in Columbia City and all of the staff that I stopped looking any further, I knew that this was the place. The location of the facility, the newness,...
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.
Autumn Trace of Columbia City opened on a sunny August day in 2021. We are a privately owned company with Hoosier roots. When you come for your tour, it will become clear that our goal is to make you feel like you are home. Your family and friends can visit you in the comfort of your apartment...
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8.0
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1 review
When it comes to the care services, our mom's in independent living so doesn't need care yet. For the meals - not able to eat inside right now. Expects to be able to do so in January. Our loved one has not...
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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8.0
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1 review
I am pleased with how much communication has improved since my parents arrived there abruptly a year ago. They could improve on the Flavor and options of the food. Mom likes to eat healthier. She misses...
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.
On 33 acres in North Manchester, Indiana, Peabody Retirement Community offers a complete range of residential senior living options and senior care services including neighborhoods with independent living cottages, assisted living apartments, rehabilitation, skilled nursing services and memory...
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I would recommend you look elsewhere. This is an older community and it would be nice if they could update the community with décor and more maintenance staff. This is an affordable price for a community...
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.
Holiday Retirement provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the heart of Fort Wayne, you'll love the comfort of our facilities, our caring staff and all the convenience of the town. We're close to shopping, dining, healthcare and entertainment. Our...
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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.
When it comes to finding the right senior community for you or a loved one, we understand that the right care and cost can be an issue. Noble Senior Living at Fort Wayne is an assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana, on the corner of East...
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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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2 reviews
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.
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24 reviews
I came to Grace Village after I toured the facility and viewed all my options. I loved the 6,000 book library and media collection. I was amazed that there was a full time art instructor and dedicated Art...
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.
Grace Village, in the charming town of Winona Lake, is the only not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Kosciusko County. Incorporated in 1974, Grace Village is dedicated to preserving the richness of life for seniors in a comfortable and secure Christian setting. Grace...
8.0
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1 review
It has been an incredible blessing to have been a resident here for over 5 years - I am moving only because of my job which is taking me out of state. My 2BR apartment has been a delight - spacious and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
8.0
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1 review
The facility had plenty to do for my dad and a cute little activities area and dinning room and a gym. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cost of independent living in De Kalb County, IN
The average cost of senior living in De Kalb County is $3,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wolcottville, IN with an average of $2,903 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in De Kalb County, IN vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in De Kalb County, IN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in De Kalb County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in De Kalb County, IN by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in De Kalb County over time
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What families are saying about independent living in De Kalb County
Recent reviews for independent living in De Kalb County
Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake, IN
5.0
Extended family gather here for special days like birthdays, Mother’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, New Years, etc. it is very affordable, delicious, accommodating time wise, and lets family join the resident(s) who has a harder time getting out. There’s no standing around and waiting for ...
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Heritage Park Assisted Living and Garden Homes in Fort Wayne, IN
4.8
The staff are very friendly and responsive. We had a slight communication issue when the rent check didn't process and we got a double bill a month later. We would have liked to know the rent was late and we could have fixed it faster. We now have our Mom on auto withdraw of the rent payment, ...
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Edgewood Downs in Fort Wayne, IN
4.1
I would tell others that this is a nice place to live. The food is marginal. The communication with the staff was good and they were able to assist with answering any questions or concerns with my loved one.
De Kalb County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in De Kalb County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in De Kalb County, 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 De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County 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
32.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
17.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
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Availability of select programs and activities in De Kalb County 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 De Kalb County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, Georgetowne Place and The Village at Inverness are the top-rated independent living facilities near De Kalb County, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 42 independent living facilities near De Kalb County, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in De Kalb County, Indiana are StoryPoint Fort Wayne North and Georgetowne Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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