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The cost of independent living in Normal is about $3,373 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 45 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 Five Star Residences of Northwoods
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88 Floor plans available
9.5
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27 reviews
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27 reviews
5 star
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4 star
33%
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The nurses and support staff are great. Don't expect to get anything in a timely manner. (Window screen has a hole in it still after telling them for 4 months). People need to be aware that the elderly has...
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.
Let’s talk about senior living. For that, you want to love where you are, who surrounds you, and what you’re doing. Sounds like Five Star Residences of Northwoods in Kokomo, Indiana. The living and community spaces are elegant with just-right warmth. There’s so much to do and share here, it’s a...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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9 reviews
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The staff at Jefferson Manor are wonderful, very friendly and helpful!! There seems to be a big turn over in some areas, but there are some constants. They know my parents and talk to them a lot. The...
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, Jefferson Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Kokomo. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. Jefferson Manor is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy...
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9.0
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8 reviews
9.0
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Friendly, helpful, kind, compassionate, relationship building My initial experience exceed all my expectations and was eased by the great communication and commitment to the residents overall well-being.
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, Northwood Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Marion. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance, full kitchen and its own thermostat to control. Northwood Manor is full of friendly, active residents...
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The room sizes are pretty good. They do a good job keeping the residents engaged. Some of the staff spend more time talking to each other than caring for the residents. The food seems pretty good. They have...
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.
Waterford Place Health Campus is located in Kokomo, Indiana, at the end of a quiet street, on a piece of land studded with ponds full of geese and fields of wildflowers. Our residents enjoy the serene privacy of our campus, but those eager to explore the surrounding community do not have to...
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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.
Photo of Primrose Retirement Community of Kokomo
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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Kokomo provide independent living and assisted living senior care. A one-time refundable $1,000 security deposit secures the retirement home of your choice. We work with 3 month contracts instead of 1 year contracts.Apartments feature central air units and...
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Cost of independent living in Normal, IN

The average cost of senior living in Normal is $3,373 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Van Buren, IN with an average of $2,755 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Normal, IN vs. nearby cities

Normal, IN
$3,373/mo
$3,385/mo
$3,206/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Normal, IN vs. the state and national average

Normal, IN
$3,373/mo
$3,168/mo
U.S. national average
$4,068/mo

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

$5,122/mo
Independent Living
$3,373/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Normal, IN by room type

Studio
$2,767/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,075/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,567/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Normal over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Normal

Recent reviews for independent living in Normal

Five Star Residences of Northwoods in Kokomo, IN

4.9
It's a really good place to live. I would like to see more people live here. People are so nice. They help me all the time. There is so much to do here, it's never boring. We play games, bingo, color, go on outings,parties.

Bethany Pointe Health Campus in Anderson, IN

4.5
I bring my husband here about 4 hours a week and for the amount of time that we’re there, the rates are affordable. The staff is very friendly and very encouraging to him. He has trouble eating sometimes but they help him and encourage him to eat. They tell me whenever he socializes and ...
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Northwood Manor in Marion, IN

4.1
My husband and I have been here a little less than 2 weeks and are very pleased so far. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Most residents have been friendly and welcoming. I am looking forward to getting more involved in activities.

Normal independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Normal independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Normal, 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 Normal 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 Normal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Normal, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Normal 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 Normal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Normal, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Normal 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 Normal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Normal, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.7%
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Five Star Residences of Northwoods, Jefferson Manor and Northwood Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Normal, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Normal, Indiana. See the full list.

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