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The cost of independent living in Stanford is about $2,823 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 108 options. Read 1001 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
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.
A few months ago, we provided breakfast for our residents with a buffet style breakfast. We have recently are began having Bingo once a month in the evening time with prizes instead of cash. The prizes include things a resident may use in their home. We are also within...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Midway School Apartments is an affordable senior housing complex for seniors 55 and older located in the beautiful small town of Midway, Woodford County, Kentucky. Midway School Apartments is located nearby to numerous houses of worship, shops and restaurants, historic and antique sights and...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Surrounded by lush landscaping in a beautiful country setting, privacy and beauty are yours within this Seniors only community offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. Situated in Frankfort, the city named as one of the most livable small cities in the United States for its abundance of...
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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.
More and more people are choosing Vernon Manor for their senior living needs. We are located in Beautiful Vernon, Connecticut and provide state-of-the-art facilities for senior citizens who need a home away from home. For most seniors, it is simply unsafe for them to be living alone if they...
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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.
Trinity Properties is located only minutes from historic downtown Georgetown and is looking for tenant like you. This established property is surrounded by a safe and secure community and a warm staff that is there to make your experience as pleasurable as possible and provide an...
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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.
Emily Apartments is located in Frankfort, which is the capital city of the Bluegrass. Frankfort has been named one of the most livable small cities due to its affordable housing and cost of living. This area is rich in landscape, architecture, and history and is also known for its generous...
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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.
Situated in Georgetown, Kentucky, Overlook at Elkhorn Creek is an excellent choice for seniors who want to live comfortable lives in small-town surroundings. Our senior apartments sit on Turning Leaf Path, which combines with their lawns to create the picture-perfect scene of the American home....
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I love it here! It's a very nice looking, very clean place. I was able to get a very spacious apartment, with a nice little outdoor porch area. It's just been so convenient! They've got an elevator for...
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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.
Elk River is nestled away in a quiet, wooded subdivision on top of a hill. You canwalk down the hill to fish in a branch off Elkhorn Creek, or you can simply enjoy watching the activity of the wildlife surrounding Elk River. Here at our elderly community in...
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We were in the assisted living, but they were great as far as keeping the place clean, the meals, and all that. My loved one was only there a short time. There is enough parking. They were just really good...
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.
Windsor Gardens is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Bardstown, Kentucky, and is the leading Continuing Care Retirement Community in Kentucky, boasting a five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a top seven percent rating by the American College of...
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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.
Located in the Monticello Community Center in Monticello, Minnesota, you will find the Monticello Senior Center. It is a community focal point that provides services that cater to older adults and their families. The center offers a multitude of programs to area residents. We strive to provide a...
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.
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.
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.
Paris Pointe apartments are a multifamily housing community located in the ambient neighborhood of Bourbon County, Kentucky. The stunning landscape of our community's location and the peaceful atmosphere is set to give our residents and visitors an experience of their lifetime. At Paris Pointe,...
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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.
Cost of independent living in Stanford, KY
The average cost of senior living in Stanford is $2,823 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, KY with an average of $313 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Stanford, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Stanford, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Stanford vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Stanford, KY by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Stanford
Recent reviews for independent living in Stanford
Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY
5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before.
The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.
Elk River Senior in Georgetown, KY
5.0
At Elk River Senior everything seems good. I have no complaints. Everything here gets five stars from me. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is a good value. I am very pleased with this facility.
Morning Pointe of Lexington-East
5.0
I would like to thank the staff and the management for their hard work and compassionate care of my mother. It is never easy to trust someone else to care for your loved ones. They try very hard to make my mother feel at home, make her smile, and tailor her experience to meet her specific ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at Richmond Place, with several residents expressing gratitude for their care and support. They are described as going above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and comfortable.
Wide range of activities. Residents at Richmond Place enjoy the variety of activities offered, from social events like Sing-a-Longs and craft fairs, to regular outings like farmers' markets and museum visits. Bingo and exercise groups are also popular choices.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the grounds and apartments at Richmond Place, with residents appreciating the renovated facilities and immaculate common areas. The dining room and patio are mentioned as particular favorites.
Community atmosphere. The social atmosphere at Richmond Place is a highlight for many residents, with new and long-term residents forming close friendships and engaging in regular activities together. The staff are also described as fostering a welcoming and inclusive community.
Access to transportation. The availability of transportation at Richmond Place is appreciated by residents and their families, with some mentioning the convenience of being able to attend appointments, go shopping, and visit family and friends.
Affordable pricing. Several reviews for The Lafayette mention the reasonable cost of living at the community, with some families feeling that the value for cost is high despite the occasional challenges with food service or maintenance issues.
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Stanford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stanford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stanford, 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 Stanford 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 Stanford 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%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
29%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
9.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Stanford 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 Stanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.6%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stanford 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 Stanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.1%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.9%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Richmond Place, Magnolia Springs Lexington and Highlands Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stanford, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Stanford, Kentucky are Richmond Place and Magnolia Springs Lexington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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