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The cost of independent living in Shively is about $3,741 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 323 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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Magnolia Springs was a great fit for my dad. The staff help make the transition from home to Magnolia Springs easy. Everyone was so friendly, called him by name and was there to help him with whatever he...
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.
Magnolia Springs Whipps Mill is an assisted living and memory care community located in Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville is an exciting city in Jefferson County that is known for its annual festivals, museums and art galleries and outdoor attractions. Whether you are visiting Louisville for the...
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Ashton was a very happy community of wonderful caregivers. They gave mom exceptional attention and worked hard to make sure she felt safe and cared for. Food was delicious most of the time.
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.
Dealing with the realities of aging can be challenging—from physical limitations and medical issues to cognitive changes and more. No matter where you are in your story, we know that finding the right senior living experience is paramount. At The Ashton on Dorsey, we’re dedicated to helping you...
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Dominion has made our mothers life amazing and the experience for us has been seamless! What a great family atmosphere. The people are so caring and in tune with the residents. We could not have asked for a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Dominion Senior Living of Louisville at Northfield strives to meet and exceed seniors’ spiritual, mental and physical needs on a daily basis through technological integration, life enrichment activities and professionally trained nurses and caregivers who are available 24 hours a day. The 42,000...
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I visited my grandmother and it was so nice. I was invited to lunch and had lunch with her and her new friends that she has met there. They were all so sweet. The people that work there are all so welcoming...
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 Louisville South! 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. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every moment...
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33 Floor plans available
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Friendly- Clean- Reasonably priced. My only complaint was the food. Not very appetizing plus served same thing on a consistent basis. Based on the experience, yes I have recommend this community to other...
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.
Are you ready to live your best life?Here at our assisted living community, you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  So go ahead and play Bunco or join your new friends for a Zen spa day. We’ll take care of the rest so you can focus on fun ways to spend your day.We can...
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5 for all, we have been pleased with Creekside. We liked it because of the helpful staff. If we need something they try & help. She likes the food they serve. There always something she can do everday if she...
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.
At Creekside on Bardstown, our focus is to promote resident independence, so they may enjoy life to the fullest! Unlike many other senior living communities, our affordable monthly rates are “all inclusive” which gives families peace of mind knowing each month the rent rate will not fluctuate....
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Assistance with filing long term care insurance was very poor. Staff was mainly friendly. Therapy department was good. Meals served should match the gourmet names that they were labeled on the menu. Very few...
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.
Situated near scenic Iroquois Park, Symphony at Valley Farms is a vibrant, warm senior living community located near Park Terrace Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital as well as Valley Commons Shopping Center and many restaurants and other convenient shopping. Wake up every day in a safe,...
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My home is a true blessing Since January of 2023 the Mansion On Main Street in New Albany, Indiana has been my home! A little heaven on earth! Comfortable apartment, great food and dining, helpful friendly...
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.
The Mansion on Main is an exclusive assisted living community in the heart of New Albany. Located on the historic mansion row district, just blocks away from revitalized downtown New Albany. We offer the support and care you need and allow you the independence you want. Come have fun and enjoy...
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When I first took my mom to Treyton Oak I was very emotional [name removed] at the desk said to me don’t worry it’ll be fine , And it was.. Everyone from administration to nursing to nursing aides were...
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.
This community does not fulfill the legal definition of Assisted Living in Kentucky. A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It does not indicate that the facility meets official state...
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I have met one of the housing managers and I liked what I saw in her. I think she is quality for this type of community and her standards are good. She really cares about the elderly and that really stands...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Chapel House and Friendship House is part of a vibrant retirement community in beautiful Old Louisville. Our diverse community of seniors 62+ live independently with convenient access to dining, entertainment and I-65. Our one-bedroom and studio apartments are affordable, secure and include basic...
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I chose this facility because I was in a time crunch and they had something available immediately. This facility is very clean and decorated nicely. They are pet they are a pet-friendly community which is...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Residents of Franciscan Health Care Center can be found spending their afternoons in a number of ways, from dining at one of Louisville, Kentucky’s local restaurants, to shopping with friends at Jefferson Mall, or enjoying the tranquility of nearby Jefferson Forest, just to name a few!...
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Very nice community, the staff were hard to get ahold of to check on our loved one. Then when I was able to get ahold of the staff member they didn't know all the details about my loved one's care since...
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.
The Villages at Historic Silvercrest offers a full continuum of senior living services including independent living, assisted living, respite, and adult day care. The range of services available, and the Silvercrest commitment to providing exceptional service that exceeds customers' expectations,...
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I think it's an exceptional value with today's cost of living. The owner and daily manager of the facility have been quite helpful the few times we talked. We picked this community because of 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.
The Riverside Meadows welcomes and invites you, your family, and your friends on-site to visit the senior living home. Our mission is to provide comfort, quality and security. Our staff is experienced to help you and your loved one to make this residence their home. We provide a flat affordable...
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I have only been at Twinbrook Hotel Apartments for about three weeks, but so far, I would recommend it. The staff are nice and helpful. And the property is clean.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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I visited a few different places before recommending Rose Anna Hughes Home for my mother-in-law. As the director gave me a tour, I was impressed with the fact that she not only greeted every resident by name...
Provides: Assisted 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.
This community does not fulfill the legal definition of Assisted Living in Kentucky. A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It does not indicate that the facility meets official state...
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Great Dementia unit. Staff are very caring and seem to enjoy working with people with memory issues. My mother seems to be happy and has adapted well to her environment. I am very pleased with the facility....
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.
For over 50 years Wesley Manor has been the leader in providing personalized care in a secure, loving environment—at an affordable cost. As a non-profit organization, Wesley Manor has a distinct philosophy of care by being mission-driven rather than profit-driven. While newer facilities exist,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Whispering Woods II is a 55+ assisted and senior housing community located in the western area of Louisville, Kentucky, in Jefferson County. The community is surrounded by residential housing and has large areas of open space with green grass and trees. Major freeways and bus lines are close-by,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Whispering Woods I is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in a beautiful and cozy neighborhood in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. Whispering Woods I is located right by I-264, making it easy to get almost anywhere. We are nearby many shopping...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
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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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It has been a nice experience so far for us with this community. The apartments look very nice. The staff is great, they are quick to respond to my concerns. The community looks very well maintained. My only...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Louisville, Jefferson County, KY is home to Overlook Terraces - a senior housing community with some of the most spectacular hilltop views to be found in the area. Here, a gorgeous home at an affordable price is combined with a prime location just minutes from downtown Louisville. Overlook...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
At The Altenheim, you will find many values and traditions associated with living at home. Our residents consider The Altenheim to be a small community with a big heart. We are a full service retirement home, providing each resident with the individualized care and services he or she needs. In...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Shively, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shively is $3,741 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Buechel, KY with an average of $3,612 per month.

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

Shively, KY
$3,741/mo

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

Shively, KY
$3,741/mo
U.S. national average
$4,129/mo

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

$4,726/mo
Independent Living
$3,741/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,694/mo
Studio
$4,233/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,391/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,337/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shively over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shively

Recent reviews for independent living in Shively

River Crossing in Charlestown, IN

5.0
The community is very caring and friendly. The experience was wonderful. The staff were very accommodating to the requests of our loved one. I would highly recommend this community to others for their loved one. The staff communication with the family was great! The Director of Marketing ...
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Treyton Oak Towers in Louisville, KY

4.0
My Mother and I got a really good vibe from this facility. She really loved it here and we know we made the right decision. This is a cat-friendly place and all of the residents are fairly nice. For activities, they have things like exercise classes, once a week they have a pool trip, and they ...
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Morning Pointe of Louisville

4.0
This community is brand new only been open a few months. The community is very close to my home which is a nice feature. I feel very comfortable placing my mom here. The nursing staff is wonderful here very nice and attentive and professional. There is room for improvement in the staffing of the ...
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Shively independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shively independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shively, 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 Shively 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 Shively 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
14.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.7%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shively 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 Shively communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.8%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shively 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 Shively offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.2%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.6%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
47%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
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StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and The Ashton on Dorsey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shively, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 39 independent living facilities near Shively, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shively, Kentucky are StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and The Ashton on Dorsey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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