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Photo of Independence Village of Zionsville WestCommunity card badge
1818 Photos available
9.7
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49 reviews
9.7
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49 reviews
5 star
76%
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I was pleasantly surprised to find a strong vibrant community. It's extremely comfortable and well equipped. You're not going to find a better community or facility.
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 Independence Village of Zionsville West! 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, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each......Read more
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1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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26 reviews
8.2
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26 reviews
5 star
30%
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27%
3 star
12%
2 star
19%
1 star
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It has trailed off lately so I may change my answer but they were really on top of her meds / care and in turn kept me informed. I'm hoping it's just a no news is good news
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.
Zionsville Meadows' Garden Homes have been created for the independent resident who wants the freedom to come and go as they please, but desires the amenities that accompany living in a specially designed community. In our Garden Homes, you'll find maintenance-free living with a variety of floor......Read more
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2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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78 reviews
9.8
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78 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
13%
3 star
3%
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1%
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Our experience with Traditions at North Willow was wonderful. What we liked most about the community was the residents, the staff and the activities. We would recommend them to other families based on the...
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.
Traditions at North Willow brings a highly desirable new senior living community to the residents of greater Indianapolis. Our community is ideally located next to St. Vincent Hospital on 86th Street. Transportation is available, our residents enjoy shopping, restaurants and many entertainment......Read more
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1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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56 reviews
9.8
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56 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
23%
3 star
11%
2 star
2%
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Overall the experience is good, the cleanliness is great as well as the staff. The meals however could be better but the activities are very good. The value for cost is very good as well.
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.
Located in the Clearwater area, Five Star Residences of Clearwater offers Independent and Assisted living with 81 licensed apartment from studios to two bedroom/ 2 bath apartments. Our campus also provides various floorplans of 7 Garden Homes. Enjoy unlimited dining services and complimentary......Read more
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1616 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
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68 reviews
9.8
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68 reviews
5 star
44%
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46%
3 star
7%
2 star
3%
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The level of care has been very good. Any problems have been addressed quickly. The staff is kind and very attentive. This is especially important as my friend is nonverbal and has trouble conveying what she...
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.
Sunrise on Old Meridian was developed by Sunrise Senior Living, one of the nation's premier providers of senior living services. Since 1981, the mission of Sunrise has been to champion the quality of life for all seniors. Sunrise currently operates more than 450 senior living communities in the......Read more
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99 Photos available
9.3
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144 reviews
9.3
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144 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
25%
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This staff is led with very high standards. The leaders will step in and do whatever it takes to solve problems. It may not always be pretty, but they are 1000% dedicated to creating the best experience...
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 Independence Village of Carmel! 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 various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each......Read more
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11 Photo available
1111 Floor plans available
8.9
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11 reviews
8.9
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11 reviews
5 star
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It's been a great experience for my loved one. It's been genuinely a great experience. [name removed] doesn't believe it but I believe it saved her life. She is much healthier now because of all the...
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.
Marquette is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. For 3 years in a row, Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food......Read more
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11 Photo available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
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The staff team that works at Glasswater Creek community was very helpful. The meals that were prepared for the residents were good. Overall it was a great experience for our loved one considering it was 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.
Welcome to Our New Affordable Housing Community!At Glasswater Creek Whitestown-We provide medical and supportive care, but also the respect, dignity, and compassion each resident deserves.-Our staff has over 100 years combined experience in Senior Care.-Call us today for availability and......Read more
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Photo of Majestic Care of Carmel Assisted Living
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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3 reviews
8.5
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3 reviews
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I seldom write reviews, but I couldn’t help myself but to do so regarding [name removed], the Marketing Director at Majestic Care. She has been extremely instrumental with keeping my father happy 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.
Majestic Care of Carmel Assisted Living is revolutionizing person-centered care through environments that are warm, caring, positive and supportive. Our Care Team members compassionately assist our residents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year so every day is ful?lling and magical.......Read more
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Photo of Woodland Terrace of Carmel
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8.4
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7 reviews
8.4
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7 reviews
5 star
43%
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43%
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Highly recommend people check this place out. In the 2 months, being here we are pretty pleased, totally friendly people, and staff.
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.
One look around Woodland Terrace of Carmel and you’ll be impressed with its incomparable style and impeccable service. Peruse the works of local artists and engage your imagination in the community’s art studio. Next, visit with the classically trained culinary team and learn about the flavorful......Read more
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Photo of Rose Senior Living at Carmel
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
19 reviews
8.2
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19 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
10%
3 star
10%
2 star
10%
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The people are what stand out. They are all great. The facilities are best I have visited. Plus the value is better than any of the other facilities I have visited. My mother in law also was a resident....
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.
This beautiful community will offer premium options in Independent Living for active adults, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, all with NO COSTLY ENTRANCE FEE OR BUY IN COMMITMENT. You’ll find beautifully appointed community spaces, professionally designed floor plans, and programming to suit all......Read more
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My dad is in the The Plaza memory care section of The Barrington. He is not an easy man to care for but somehow the caregivers do it with a smile and great attitude everyday. They genuinely consider him as...
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.
Your new lifestyle can include security and a sense of wellbeing that comes from knowing that when you need care, it's right there. As Indianapolis' brand-new community, The Barrington of Carmel will offer state-of-the-art senior care capabilities, including a full array of services: assisted......Read more
Photo of Spring Mill Meadows
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
3.0
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6 reviews
3.0
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6 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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We are so pleased with our choice to go with Spring Mill Meadows. My dad is so happy there. He loves his "apartment" and the staff is wonderful. Thank you so much for the referral. [Name removed]
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.
OUR COMMUNITY Image Spring Mill Meadows offers senior housing and health solutions with a multitude of premier services including: Garden Homes Moving Forward Rehabilitation Auguste's Cottage Memory Care Center Skilled Nursing Services Long Term Care Hospice Care for the terminally ill Respite......Read more
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I have had a loved one in 2 of the 4 Cardon Facilities in Hamilton Co. I can say Carmel health and Living has the most private Medicaid rooms in the county. They are spacious and very accommodating.
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.
Located in the heart of downtown Carmel, Carmel Health & Living Community offers a convenient setting within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and other attractions. Our rehabilitation success, combined with our proximity to local hospitals and an affiliation with local physicians from......Read more
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
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.
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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.
RoseWalk on Main offers convenience and caringA retirement community designed especially for active adults over 55 years of age. The comfort of life in small towns and close-knit neighborhoods is still available at RoseWalk on Main.RoseWalk on Main is a comfortable, attractive community boasting......Read more
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Northfield, IN

The average cost of senior living in Northfield is $3,207 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsboro, IN with an average of $2,950 per month.

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

Northfield, IN
$3,207/mo

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

Northfield, IN
$3,207/mo
$3,192/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

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

$5,196/mo
Independent Living
$3,207/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,661/mo
Studio
$4,495/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,900/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,098/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Northfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Northfield

Traditions at Reagan Park in Avon, IN

4.3
We have a gathering area with chairs, tables and umbrellas where many of our neighbors gather weather permitting in the evenings. Its in the center of our little housing group so it's right out front. Lots of good conversation and laughter. Wonderful neighbors.

Beech Grove Assisted Living and Garden Homes

4.6
The staff seems friendly and helpful. My mother is in an independent living unit so we don't need the help of the staff often, but they do seem nice. It would be great if they had more non-game activities.

The Oaks at Brownsburg

4.9
My family and loved one have had a great experience with The Oaks at Brownsburg. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The residents are very friendly and they all get to know each other as well. The community is clean and it is a very good community. We would recommend the community to ...
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Northfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northfield, 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 Northfield 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 Northfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Northfield, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Northfield 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 Northfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Northfield, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
47.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northfield 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 Northfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Northfield, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.4%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.6%
40%
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Traditions at North Willow, Five Star Residences of Clearwater and Sunrise on Old Meridian are the top-rated independent living facilities near Northfield, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near Northfield, Indiana. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Northfield, Indiana are Five Star Residences of Clearwater, Traditions at North Willow and Sunrise on Old Meridian. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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