Located in central Indiana in Hamilton County, Carmel sits just north of Indianapolis in a region where 109 assisted living communities serve seniors with daily care needs. As of 2024, these...
By reading through the 1457 reviews reviews in our directory, you can learn more about local assisted living communities and their amenities. These testimonials contribute to an average quality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
1250 W. 146th Street, Westfield, IN 46074
3.7
(13 reviews)
Copper Trace was nice. They had a great facility. It's very clean and very new. They all had full-sized appliances in their units. I saw their menu, and it looked amazing....
$3,900
3060 Valley Farms Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46214
3.7
(13 reviews)
I was very impressed with The Harrison. It was very clean and inviting. I especially liked the way that it had the atrium, which was open. All three floors were able to look and see movement and things going on. They had a little area that had birds ...
$3,100
3154 S State Rd 135, Greenwood, IN 46143
3.7
(27 reviews)
Aspen Trace is my parents' first choice and the reason is the two-bedroom apartment is the largest offered at the most reasonable price. We didn't meet any of the staff, but the community seemed like a good place for my parents to live, with the oppo...
$4,155
3525 East Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46237
3.5
(32 reviews)
Altenheim Senior Living is a wonderful place. The staff is very attentive. Mom gets good food and good care. She has a nice studio and it's clean. The memory care facility where she's at is very secure....
$2,155
7212 US-31, Indianapolis, IN 46227
3.4
(35 reviews)
I was very impressed with the entire facility of The Wellington at Southport and the lady I talked to. If I had my choice right now, it would be them. I think this is a place that my friend could adjust to. The staff was very friendly and very nice. ...
$3,670
300 Jh Walker Dr, Pendleton, IN 46064
3.4
(17 reviews)
Rawlins House & Fall Creek looked clean. They offer three meals a day and assistance with anything you need. The staff was very friendly. The girl I met was great. The nurses at the nurses' station acknowledged me....
$2,845
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675 S. Ford Rd., Zionsville, IN 46077
3.3
(19 reviews)
Zionsville Meadows was half a mile from my house and I liked it. It had the little independent houses and cottages and it's a real close walk to the activity center. Everything was nice and the price was right. It was a good choice. We also got the a...
$1,730
6199 Colonial Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46228
Our company provides personal care for the Elderly, helping them to feel comfortable and content as they adjust to their new circumstances and changes in health. We understand that each client has different needs so we pry ourselves to catering to each Clients need. We provide all their meals, supplies, personal hygiene care, and caregivers for their personal needs. A Rn in the week to monitor their health. Activities and exercises to help them be active and engaged. Transportation to appointments is also available. We provide a safe and calming environment where they can feel at peace. A home away from home, a family away from family.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Indiana Department of Public Health - Health Care Providers Consumer Reports
$4,700
5829 New Hope Blvd, Whitestown, IN 46075
Glasswater Creek of Whitestown is an affordable option for seniors aged 62 and older who have low- to moderate-income levels. Our community offers Independent and Assisted Living. Elegantly designed purposefully for seniors, Glasswater Creek offers supportive care and healthy choices that help residents maintain and enhance their overall wellness. Our residents can take advantage of all the amenities the community has to offer including a theater, activity-based destinations, a fitness area, social gathering areas, an internet/caf? bistro, and restaurant-style dining. INDEPENDENT LIVING Independent living at Glasswater Creek means being as self-sufficient as possible. You get to live your life, your way. In retirement years, choosing to live in an independent living community means you continue to live a life full of purpose and fun! At Glasswater Creek, we have an array of social excitement where you can meet new people, go on outings to nearby parks, shopping, restaurants, and be able to live your life without the worry of upkeep or maintenance of a house. We do that for you ? along with the laundry, transportation, meal cooking, and clean up. ASSISTED LIVING Our goal is that every resident who moves into the Glasswater Creek community feels like a respected member of our family and has a feeling of connection, comfort, and caring. Care services should be a seamless part of our residents day. Individual care plans are created for each resident based on an assessment and their unique needs. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Indiana Department of Public Health - Health Care Providers Consumer Reports
$2,600
1102 S Main Street, Tipton, IN 46072
5.0
(1 reviews)
My dad was at Autumnwood. It's an excellent facility, and it's a beautiful building. Everyone was super helpful. He was quite happy there. We had no complaints. They had medical staff and hairdressers, they had a variety of games and activities that ...
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7365 East 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219
5.0
(4 reviews)
I did not expect to find such a beautiful interior and the staff was very friendly and attentive to their residents. The Administrator was so sweet, personable and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this facility to anyone who is needing a little tlc...
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610 CrownPointe Drive, Lebanon, IN 46052
5.0
(1 reviews)
My mother chose Crown Pointe because it had a very good reputation, she knew people that lived there, and it’s very homey. The staff is warm, welcoming, and dedicated. The layout has a cosy feeling, the food is tremendous, and they have a lot of acti...
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5225 W MORRIS ST, Indianapolis, IN 46241
5.0
(1 reviews)
Lynhurst has been a real blessing to my family! They may not be the prettiest place around but they make up for that with such caring and loving hearts! Staff to resident ratio is wonderful. The Administrator and the DON are really nice people. I lov...
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5486 W US Hwy 40, Greenfield, IN 46140
5.0
(1 reviews)
I stayed at Sugar Creek for not even a week and then I went back to my own apartment. I was just not ready, and I’m still very independent. It was very good facility. They had a nice big Rec Hall, a big screen TV, and a nice dining hall. The one-bedr...
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1900 N Lebanon St, Lebanon, IN 46052
5.0
(1 reviews)
This is a great place to live! The staff is so very caring! They know everyone’s names, meal preferences and their cater to your needs! It is clean. Lots of activities too. Food is fine....
$3,100
11610 Technology Drive, Fishers, IN 46032
5.0
(1 reviews)
I found Crown Pointe of Carmel for my dad. It's spotlessly clean, and they're very personable. They're very nice people, and they know my father. The food is great, he loves it, and they have movies....
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10480 Glasswater Lane, Indianapolis, IN 46231
4.8
(7 reviews)
Very pleased with Glasswater. Community is clean and beautiful. Staff and residents are helpful. The activities are top notch. We made the right decision....
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7960 N. Shadeland Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46250
4.8
(7 reviews)
Crown Senior Living Indianapolis gave us a family feel. They brought three people into our meeting before the tour, whereas the others gave us a more corporate feel, and only had one person involved. They were all very polite and professional. They h...
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5011 Kessler Blvd. East, Indianapolis, IN 46220
4.8
(5 reviews)
Kesslerwood Place was excellent. The facility was warm, inviting, charming, and beautiful. The staff I spoke with was very caring, empathetic, and really went above and beyond to help me and help guide the situation. They were excellent. They have ev...
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11570 E 126th St, Fishers, IN 46037
4.8
(5 reviews)
I am a retired elementary school music teacher & am privileged to volunteer once a month at Lake Meadows. The facility rates as one of the finest I have visited. The staff always has a friendly greeting & I feel appreciated for the time I spend w...
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Assisted Living
Sbuck
5.0
Review of Independence Village of Carmel
The staff has gone above and beyond for my mother and we couldn’t be more appreciative. Dana, Meghan and Shawna have been great to work with!
Provider response
Hello, Thank you for your review! We’re so glad to hear that our amazing team has played a vital role in caring for your mom. Your appreciation means a lot to us!
Assisted Living
Shannon
5.0
Review of Independence Village of Carmel
We moved mom in very recently and everyone has been very welcoming.
Provider response
Hi Shannon, Thank you for your review! We're proud of our dedicated team, and we're thrilled to hear that you've had a positive experience with us.
Assisted Living
Theresa
5.0
Review of Sunrise on Old Meridian
I toured Sunrise on Old Meridian. I was impressed. It had a home feel to it, like a home away from home feel to it. I like the level of care. It had that high level and high standard of care from...
Provider response
Hi Theresa, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Old Meridian. We would be...
Carmel’s assisted living facilities charge a typical monthly fee of around $3,993, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This rate runs hundreds of dollars below Indiana’s median of $5,013 and offers affordability compared to other nearby cities. Seniors in Lafayette pay approximately $5,499, and facilities in Terre Haute set rates close to $6,131.
Carmel
$3,993
Indiana
$5,013
United States
$5,350
Lafayette
$5,499
Kokomo
$5,198
Muncie
$5,383
Terre Haute
$6,131
The Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey lists the average cost of assisted living in Carmel as $4,478 per month. This is slightly lower than the national average of $4,500 but makes Carmel more expensive than the Indiana average of $4,283.
Low-income seniors in Carmel have access to two programs that can help them cover the expenses of assisted living. These include Supplemental Security Income – Category G and Indiana Medicaid. Carmel does not have an assisted living community that participates in the Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Indiana page
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.
Assisted living ranks as Carmel's most cost-effective senior care solution, with residents paying around $3,993 monthly. By comparison, in-home care and home health care agencies charge higher rates of about $5,911 and $6,673, respectively. Additionally, seniors pay roughly $6,056 for adult day health care, and nursing homes charge approximately $7,908 for shared units.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$6,056
Assisted Living Facility
$3,993
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,908
Note: Since data for Carmel is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Indianapolis, instead.
Seniors planning on spending their retirement years in Carmel can take advantage of a variety of support services from nonprofit organizations and the local government. These organizations offer wellness services, social activities and benefit assistance.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| CICOA Aging and In-Home Services | (800) 432-2422 | CICOA Aging and In-Home Services runs a range of programs for local older adults. It delivers senior meals, transportation and caregiver support programs. CICOA also runs Aging and Disability Resource Centers and provides seniors with care management services, helping them understand their care options and arrange suitable care. |
| Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation | (317) 848-7275 | Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation runs a variety of senior programs for the city's older residents. Programs are delivered in accessible senior centers and include everything from social gatherings and fitness classes to wellness programs and fall prevention sessions. |
| Hamilton County Veterans Service Office | (317) 776-9610 | Hamilton County Veterans Service Office works with veterans and their immediate families, helping them access the practical and financial support they need. The VSO can advise on pensions, benefits and other payments veterans may qualify for. They can also help veterans access healthcare, housing support and other services. |
Carmel Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Indiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page for more information about these laws.
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