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The cost of independent living in Lake James is about $2,997 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 822 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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StoryPoint North Ft Wayne has become a home for my parents! They treat them and us like family! They are kind, compassionate, patient and available! My parents are well cared for by their children AND now...
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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Our experience with Park Place has exceeded all expectations! The staff is warm and welcoming, treating my parents with dignity and respect. I have been kept well updated regarding their care. My parents are...
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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Mom likes her room and the people, but has some complaints. The food isn't as good as it was when she first moved in. And they are a bit under staffed, so that adds to the waiting when she hits her aid...
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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No comment on the care services and meals and dining - independent living. The activities are a 5 though my dad didn't participate as much as he should have. The staff was very friendly, helpful and...
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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The facility is great. High ceilings and a lot of natural light. The staff is warm and friendly and even staff in other parts of the building greet you by name. The director is not near as friendly and her...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Portage! 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, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each...
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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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The overall experience would be a 4.99 because no place is perfect. The activities get a 3.5 but I am limited by what my wife can do. You get a lot for your buck here. I would most certainly recommend Smith...
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.
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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I'm not sure food is as nutritional as it could be but it is convenient. Staff is impressive. Mom enjoys the crafts and has utilized the hairdresser. Apartment is just right size for her. She has a lovely...
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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The atmosphere at the apartments is that of a community. The staff and residents are very welcoming and actually go out of their way to make a newcomer feel at home. It is close to a lot of restaurants,...
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.
Centre Meadows offers beautiful one and two bedroom luxury apartments. Our apartment homes feature modern appliances, granite countertops, washer and dryer in each apartment and ample space for all of your personal treasures. We are conveniently located in the heart of Portage, MI and only a few...
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Overall it's a real nice place I'm happy here Everybody's been real nice. Very clean just a nice place to be. I'm lucky to be here. Food could be a little better but that's the only thing. Most of the time...
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
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Photo of Coventry Meadows Assisted Living and Garden Homes
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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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Clean, professional yet fun atmosphere; great food themes, variety and choice selections; responsive maintenance team, residents very friendly. Wish they had an ambassador or buddy system; had to spend...
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.
At NorthPointe Woods, we believe senior living should be vibrant, fulfilling, and worry-free. Nestled on 78 scenic acres, our community is designed for those who want to live life to the fullest, whether our residents need independent living, assisted living, or specialized memory care with extra...
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My mom loves it there and we are so happy we moved her The residents and staff are so friendly and helpful. Facility is beautiful and kept up really well. Maintenance staff are quick when needed and very...
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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The staff are really nice and friendly, the know each of the residents. The facility is welcoming. It is clean and not crowded. It does not look like a clinical facility more like an apartment/home. There...
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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Luckily the Grand had an opening at the time and was around $[fee removed] a month cheaper than another facility based on how they charge for the additional spouse. We have since moved my mother to another...
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
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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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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, 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.
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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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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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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Park Village Pines is an very awesome place to stay! The staff is very nice and helpful. Love the way they care for the residents and and how over friendly and helpful everyone is. The Christian aspect...
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 Mission Statement: The Kalamazoo Area Christian Retirement Association, Inc. will provide excellent and affordable housing alternatives, guided by Christian principles.Park Village Pines is an Assisted Living facility dedicated to giving compassionate care guided by *Christian principles.A...
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: 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: 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.
Avalon Village Garden Homes is an independent living community that is located in the peaceful town of Ligonier, IN, which is in Noble county. The area that the community is built in is beautiful and very historic, and those who enjoy going to museums will have a good time when they check out the...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Lake James, IN

The average cost of senior living in Lake James is $2,997 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middlebury, IN with an average of $2,405 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake James, IN, vs. nearby cities

Lake James, IN
$2,997/mo
$3,062/mo
$2,901/mo

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

Lake James, IN
$2,997/mo
$3,206/mo
U.S. national average
$4,181/mo

Independent living costs in Lake James, IN, vs. other senior living options

$4,607/mo
Independent Living
$2,997/mo

Independent living costs in Lake James, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,434/mo
Studio
$5,116/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,288/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,805/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,020/mo

Senior living costs in Lake James 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: Lake James, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake James, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,997/mo$3,206/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living$3,735/mo$4,006/mo$4,767/mo
Memory Care$4,607/mo$5,072/mo$5,519/mo
Independent Living
Lake James, IN:$2,997/mo
Indiana:$3,206/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Lake James, IN:$3,735/mo
Indiana:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,767/mo
Memory Care
Lake James, IN:$4,607/mo
Indiana:$5,072/mo
U.S.:$5,519/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake James, IN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake James 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
Lake James, IN$2,971/mo$2,960/mo+0.4%
Indiana$2,468/mo$2,544/mo-3.0%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Lake James, IN
2024 average cost:$2,971/mo
2023 average cost:$2,960/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,468/mo
2023 average cost:$2,544/mo
Percent change:-3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Lake James

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake James

Smith Farms Manor in Auburn, IN

4.8
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 service is as much as and whatever you need. The food is very good, well prepared and ...
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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.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews across several communities mention the warmth and friendliness of the staff and other residents. At Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, newcomers are welcomed and encouraged to make new friends. At Georgetowne Place, the entire staff goes above and beyond to create a welcom ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, both residents and their families praise the food, with one reviewer going as far as saying 'everyone is always saying how great the food is'. At The Crossings at Coving ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities. At Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, there are many planned activities and field trips for residents to enjoy. At NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC, the community offers a game room, library, and gym, among other ameni ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Staff members are described as kind, caring, and attentive in several reviews. At Georgetowne Place, the staff goes above and beyond to notice and accommodate residents' needs. At StoryPoint Portage, the staff is friendly and willing to help with any situation. Residents of StoryPoint Fort ...
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Affordable and reasonable pricing. Several reviews mention that the communities offer reasonable pricing for the quality of care and services provided. At Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, the community was chosen for its affordability and apartment size. At The Crossings at Covington Commons, the value of the price wa ...
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Access to necessary support services. Residents and their families appreciate the availability of support services, such as Laurus Care, to assist with medical needs. At StoryPoint Portage, the housekeeping department is described as 'very thoughtful'. At Smith Farms Manor, Smith Farms Manor was able to put a resident in touch w ...
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Lake James independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake James independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake James, 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 Lake James 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 Lake James partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake James, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake James 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 Lake James communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake James, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake James 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 Lake James offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake James, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.2%
46.4%
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StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, Park Place Senior Living and Georgetowne Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake James, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 48 independent living facilities near Lake James, Indiana. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lake James, Indiana are StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, Georgetowne Place and StoryPoint Portage. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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