Caring.com
Caring.com

(800) 558-0653

Traditions at North Willow

1703 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260

(800) 558-0653

Verified Partner

Offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care

Photos of Traditions at North Willow

Get Cost Information

Who are you looking for?

Full Name

Phone

Email

By clicking Get Costs you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls, which may be autodialed, from us and our partner providers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service.

Get cost information
Find out availability
Ask about payment options

Reviews of Traditions at North Willow in Indianapolis, Indiana

0 Reviews

  • Facility

    4.3

  • Staff

    4.5

  • Food

    3.0

  • Activities

    4.3

  • Value

    3.5

Charmayne

4

February 9, 2024

I visited this facility

Traditions at North Willow was a nice facility. I think my problem was the main area. For someone who can't see, there was a lot of stuff and I was kind of concerned about that, but it was clean. We did a walk-through. We just did not get to see an apartment or eat there either, and it was a little farther, maybe 15 to 20 minutes from me. Price-wise, it was $6000 to $7000 for a one-bedroom. Everyone was nice. We got to see a studio and had my loved one walk around with me. She wanted a door to her bedroom and there was not a one-bedroom available for us to see at the time. They only showed us a studio and she wasn't feeling it. I saw that most of the people there were able to get out and about on their own. There were some that even still drove. They had a beauty shop and exercise equipment. I only met the person who took us on the tour and one other person, the activity person, and they were fine.

ReviewerFC080123A

5

August 4, 2023

I am/was a resident of this facility

I've already moved into Traditions at North Willow. I love it. It's fairly new. The independent living are villas. You've got everything you want. Most of them are two-bedroom, two-bath, and you've got a garage and your own laundry facility. The neighbors and the community are great. The dog park is right across the lane from my villa. There's a club facility here for the villas. We have a euchre club. We had a block party last week. If we want, we can go over as part of our cost and have 30 meals a month at the big building. It's where the assisted living and memory care units are. They have transportation to get you to and from doctor's appointments. Everything is paid for except for your insurance on your personal belongings. It's not cheap, but the quality is amazing. Interaction with the staff is great. They went out of their way to make the transition. I came right from rehab and my kids moved me in and I'm pretty happy. They have transportation to physical therapy. They have church services. They have music where they bring musicians in. It's just a full-service community. There have been two families since I moved in who have decided that going to assisted living is what they should do and they'd have, so it makes it easy to just slide right over. It's a wonderful place. My next-door neighbor is moving over this week to assisted living and his wife who had fallen and injured herself and had been in rehab will follow him over to assisted living in about a week or so. They won't have to worry about having problems because of their age. It's pretty great. I can have my small pets here. I've only had one meal from there. I get Kroger to deliver food and make my own meals. They serve dinner early like 4:30 and I'm not ready to eat at that hour. I'm still in a wheelchair, so getting over to the big building is not easy. I don't go over and eat in the dining room either. I love their activities. They have cards, exercise classes here on the villas, and little excursions because they've got a bus where they can take groups. They have a couple of card clubs. They also bring in a musician from Carmel. He's wonderful and he comes in twice a month and plays some wonderful music. What's interesting is at the block party last week, the chef came over and did the cooking out on the grill and stuff, and it was great, the potato salad and the hamburgers and stuff, and yet it's the same chef that cooks your meals over at the dining room. He did a bang-up job at the block party. It was good.

Carol

4

December 7, 2022

I visited this facility

I went to look at Traditions at North Willow. I thought it was beautiful, but I couldn't afford it. It was too expensive. The facility was large and homey. I met the activities director, and she seemed to be very enthusiastic. Independent living has individual cottages, and I like that. The one I saw was empty, so it wasn't set up, but it was large.

Provider Response

Thank you for your review! We are so glad you toured and met our activity director! Please let us know if we can assist you further!

Sue

4

November 19, 2022

I visited this facility

We toured Traditions at North Willow. I looked at the villas. I like the floorplan. I like the location. It was close to the hospital, and it was close to the rest of my family. Location was a big item for me at this point. But it did not have up to a skilled level, and it did not have any physical therapy, so I ruled it out. They have a building where they have apartments. They have memory care and assisted living. At this point, I was looking mainly at the villa. I like the villas, but when I saw that if I would go into a hospital and come out and need physical therapy, I would have to go to another establishment, I thought, no, that's not what I'm looking for. They offered a meal package. The staff were very nice. The facilities were very clean and very well done decoratively. I went into the chapel, and that was another thing. It was closer to the church that I could go to. They did have a church service once a week there in the villas of the faith that I'm in, and so that was appealing to me. There was nothing wrong. They were more than gracious and they bent over backward to let us get in to see a villa. However, they didn't offer me everything that I needed.

Julie

4

May 18, 2022

I visited this facility

I toured Traditions at North Willow. The rooms were nice. They were set up like apartments, and not a hospital. They have different activities every day. They have a beauty shop there, they have physical therapy, and they have doctors there, so my mom wouldn't have to go to a family practice doctor. She could get a medicine prescription and see a doctor there. The staff was very nice.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your kind words regarding Traditions at North Willow. We are very proud of our team, and we are hopeful your Mom will become part of our family!

Glenda

5

November 13, 2021

I visited this facility

My mom is moving into Traditions at North Willow. I thought it was a pretty good place. I thought that it was well-kept, and they seemed to be very strong in programing for memory care, which is what we were looking for. It's very pretty, very well done, and is a nice place. It doesn't look like a nursing home and has a homey feel. I was very pleased. As far as my mom's room, it's nice and spacious. There's a couple of windows for a lot of light to come in. I like the way it's set up. I noticed that they have a lot of things going on, even in their assisted living. They have a little movie theater, and I believe they have a snack bar and that kind of thing. It's clean and decorated very nicely. It doesn't look dark, and it looks like a really nice inn. It looks like a community. I was visiting and my mom's not there yet, but as far as I could see, everyone was very, very nice, and very polite. I also like that they they're updated, and the environment is very nice. They also have a lot of programs going on. There was some mixed communication that I found with the person that I'm actually moving in with. That's the only thing that I noticed, but I think they did a very good job with the tour. I only spoke to the marketing person, and I met the nurse. The tour experience was excellent. They did a very good job, and it's one of the reasons that I decided on that place. It's really nice. I think the only reason that I probably would give it a four instead of a five is because their memory care is not on the first floor. It's up there on the third floor, and I think the other thing maybe, and I kind of understand why, was that the bedroom isn't carpeted, so I'm buying an area carpet for my mom.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad that your Mom is part of Traditions at North Willow! We are so glad that you were comfortable on the tour, and that our staff was knowledgeable!

Cindy

5

October 17, 2021

I visited this facility

My brother will be moving into Traditions at North Willow. This was the second place we visited; they asked for $2500, he signed the paper, wrote them a check and that's where he chose. We had a couple of other places with appointments, but he chose them after that visit. So we went ahead and canceled the other appointments. He liked the facility itself. We were shown around by the director who took us through all of their programs, the cafeteria, and apartments. Then she showed us the 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa, which is what he decided on. That's why we went with them, it's because they had a villa available. He doesn't need assisted living, so he wanted to be as independent as he could; and by moving into a villa that allowed him to be more independent. It's beautiful. It's 2-bedroom, 2-bath, with a living room, a kitchen, and a 1-car garage. He doesn't drive, but they're going to try to get him a motorized scooter to get around because he's a stroke patient. He'll be able to park that in there. It was handicap accessible, so he could get in and out of the shower easily. They were going to paint it and put new carpet before he moved in, so he could make it his own, which is nice. We met with the director, Libby; and then Alison also followed up with me. Then this week, a gal named Katie called me, she's the move-in coordinator. So, as soon as his COVID is gone, we will coordinate through her to move in. It seems like it's going to be seamless and that's what we wanted, something for him to enjoy. We did not try their food, but we looked at the menu. With the villa, he only gets one meal a day, so he will probably choose breakfast because that's his favorite meal. He'll have a kitchen in his villa; he can do some basic cooking. She showed us the theater where they show movies. She talked about a group, the single men; they go out once a month. She talked about a happy hour on Thursday. They go shopping, and they go to other places. So, he's not just in his villa all the time, he can participate with other people. Although he will be one of the youngest people there because he's only 63, the only reason we had to do this is because of the stroke. He will be one of the youngest residents, but I don't think that'll bother him. It was impeccable. The rooms were spotless, and we met the cleaning crew. The villa that we looked at had not been painted, and she assured us that everything would be painted, and carpets would be replaced. The upkeep is wonderful, and they'll help him change his bed every other week; so that is a big deal too. He did not want to leave his home, and now he's excited to move, so that means a lot. It was beautiful. The library was beautiful. There are computers for him to use. They have all the modern conveniences that he could use.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review, and we are so glad that your brother will be part of our Traditions at North Willow family! We look forward to seeing him and for him to become involved in the community activities!

Rebecca

5

August 23, 2021

I visited this facility

I already signed up with Traditions at North Willow. I liked the fact that I could have my own separate apartment. They're called villas. It's a two-bedroom with attached garage, and I liked having the attached garage. The community relations director was excellent. The apartment I'm moving into is brand new. Nobody's lived in it. It has two bathrooms, a fairly large modern kitchen, and washer and dryer. It's a very nice place. Their dining room isn't open yet from COVID. I looked at their brochure, and the food sounds pretty good. With your rent, you get 30 meals a month and breakfast any time of the day. 30 meals a month means you can have one a day or if you're eating somewhere else, you could have two in one day or whatever, so it's pretty flexible. They have a lot of things going on, and the people in the apartments are pretty friendly. They have an onsite activities director, who coordinates a variety of activities and many outings based on their residents' interests including musical entertainment, special holiday celebration, and summer cookouts. They have an exercise program every morning at 10:00. They do exercise in the main building, arts and crafts, bingo, Bridge games, cooking, daily happy hour, outings to local restaurants, and holiday shopping. They have a lot of things that you can do. I basically just saw the unit I'm going to move into and the model unit. It's very clean. I didn't really tour the main building where they have memory care and assisted living. This place is new. It's only four years old.

Provider Response

We are so glad to have you at Traditions at North Willow! We love our Villas and our overall team that enjoys their jobs! We hope to see you at our variety of activity programs!

Rhea

5

August 23, 2021

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My grandmother will be moving into Traditions at North Willow. It's a little newer. It looked very similar to the place where she is currently. The location is nice because it's just down the street. The apartment looks good. The library area is amazing because my grandmother is an ex-librarian. She really likes that their library has a lot of books, and it's spacious. The staff was amazing, very knowledgeable, very sweet, and very patient (which I think is important when you're working with the elderly). They have a beauty salon and a beautiful outdoor area, where the garden is. There is an activity room, where they do some arts and crafts, play bingo, and all that jazz. I think there's a movie theater. We met the chef, and she's probably amazing; I didn't get to try the food. They have bingo and movie nights. They take them out quite often from what I gather. I've got a lot of church members that live there already, so they're always talking about the different places they go.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad that your grandmother will be part of our Traditions at North Willow family! We take great pride in our team, and the many activities we provide! We look forward to seeing her!

Lois

4

July 9, 2021

I visited this facility

Traditions at North Willow was very nice. It was a little more expensive than we wanted. It was close to the hospital and things, and it had good transportation. I liked the little houses. We liked the place. The thing I didn't like was it was more in the city than we wanted. I didn't meet any other staff, but the one giving the tour was fine.

Provider Response

Thank you for your review! I am glad you enjoyed the tour; even if this did not meet your current needs. Let us know if you have any additional questions!

Patricia

5

June 25, 2021

I visited this facility

I like the memory care at Traditions at North Willow better than the other place we saw. It's spacious, the rooms are big, and they do a lot of activities and things of that nature. The people who work there are amazing. The rooms are all private. That's why they're a little more pricey, so we're trying to get my grandfather a Medicaid waiver. But it's definitely worth it. They have their own bathrooms and showers, the eating area is really big, and the TV areas and everything are really big and wide. They have a really big, nice courtyard where they have people perform sometimes, and they have a visiting area. So that's really nice. They do a lot of arts and crafts. They have celebrations for every religion and celebrate all the holidays. They would have people perform music for them. There are a lot of different activities.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review! WE are so glad that you enjoyed your tour. We hope your loved one joins us at Traditions at North Willow!

Murphy

5

November 8, 2020

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My dad moved into Traditions at North Willow. They're professional and accommodating. They have physical training rooms for whether you have patients, or you're with an actual physical therapist, or like on their own. They do food, they wash your laundry, they have access to cable in your room, WiFi, and this is kind of standard. He's in memory care so it's a little bit more limited. He said the food is good, sometimes he's getting enough, and sometimes he's not getting enough. He's also a young/pretty young patient to have in memory care. When he's stressed out, he's more active, and probably more active than they anticipate their patients to be, and I think he burns out a little bit more.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We are glad that your Dad seems to be adjusting well! We will make sure he is receiving snacks and great meals and can provide larger portions! The team is so glad your Dad is there---we love him like our own family!

Pamela

2

January 18, 2020

I visited this facility

We went to Traditions at North Willow. They're not friendly. We had to wait quite a while when we had an appointment to tour. We were left for an hour in the dining room with some residents, but our tour guide was slow to come back and get us. The food was not very good. The facility looked rundown. The staff could be more efficient in their tour. We were made to feel like we were really bothering her. Also, the staff in the dining area was very unprofessional, and their menu was very limited.

Provider Response

Thank you for letting us know about your experience. Please call Libby Mellinger, our Executive Director. We typically receive 5 star reviews related to our dining and tour experience, so we are concerned we might be being confused with another provider that has a name similar to ours. We are very committed to customer service, so please call at your earliest convenience.

Terri

5

October 17, 2019

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My mom has been a resident since Traditions first opened 2 years ago. First in assisted living and now in memory care. The staff is wonderful and the facility is clean and top notch. We couldn't be happier with her care and living enviroment.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review. We are so glad that your Mom is part of our Traditions at North Willow family. We are proud o our team, and we are so glad that you are happy!

Wendy

5

October 15, 2019

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

The staff is outstanding. There is genuine affection and concern for my mother. The communication is excellent. We are extremely happy that we moved mom here a year ago.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review. We are so proud of our team, and thankful you have shared your thoughts with us. We are so glad that our Mom is part of our Traditions at North Willow family.

D.Dunkman

5

October 15, 2019

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

This place is so amazing!! Staff is so caring and treat you and your loved one like family! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great place for memory care!!!

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your review. We are so glad that you have shared your thoughts with us, and are very proud of our team. We are glad that your relative is part of our Traditions at North Willow family.

C

3

October 1, 2019

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My mother is a resident of Traditions at North Willow for 3 months now. I'm not thrilled, I don't think they treat their patients as human beings. It's just a job to them, and I don't think my mom is getting as good a care as she had at the other place she was at. They keep telling me they're going to give her great care, but my mother spends a lot of time in her bed. I think the management people wanted it to be better, but they're not making good hiring or staffing decisions. The rooms are very nice and very spacious. The assisted living looks pretty nice, and everything there looks pretty good, the memory care is very stark.

Provider Response

We would like to meet with you to discuss your concerns. Our top priority is to provide your mother with the best care. Please talk with our Executive Director.

Fitz

5

July 31, 2018

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My parents are now in Traditions at North Willow. They like it. It is a good environment and it is very clean. The staff members are polite. They look out for their residents. The activities are very good too. I haven't tried the food, but my parents seem to like it. They have a salon, an exercise room, and a theater.

Provider Response

Thank you for your review. We love our residents and your parents have become family to us. Next time you visit, stay for dinner!

TR

5

July 20, 2018

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Your loved one will be cared for just like they are family. The staff goes beyond what's expected and there is never a worry about there quality of care. I wish Traditions was here from the beginning of my family's needs. I can't express enough the respect I have for Traditions at North Willow.

Anne

5

July 19, 2018

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Traditions at North Willow is a lovely assisted living residence. My mother moved in a year ago. She’s enjoyed the activities, the dining, and how clean the facility is. She likes to walk around the safe courtyard to get some steps. It gives the whole family peace of mind that she’s there. My mother in law just moved into her one bedroom there in May with her 2 cats and is enjoying it as well.

Doug

5

July 19, 2018

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Staff are friendly and competent. Facilities are in good condition, relatively new, open and well lit. They have been patient and helpful to meet the needs of my parents.

What you can do with Caring

  • Search the Caring database

    Quickly search the largest online senior living and senior care directory

  • Read reviews and expert guidance

    Read our authentic consumer reviews and content by experts

  • Speak to a Family Advisor for free

    Guided, expert advice to find the best community or agency for you

  • Take a tour to decide yourself

    We’ll help you book tours or get in touch with local agencies

Costs for Traditions at North Willow in Indianapolis, Indiana

Independent Living

Independent Living is for those who desire the feel of a private residence with the amenities and activities available in a planned community, such as fitness classes, game nights, and group excursions. Services such as cleaning and groundskeeping are often available.

$3,595

Starting Price

Assisted Living

This level of care provides support for those who need help with personal care needs such as cleaning, bathing, and dressing. Residents selecting this level of care are treated to many amenities in a home-like atmosphere, while getting support in their daily lives.

$3,195

Starting Price

Memory Care

Memory Care is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Specially trained staff members assist with activities of daily living (such as bathing and dressing) and provide therapies to slow further loss of cognitive abilities.

$6,495

Starting Price

Services and Amenities of Traditions at North Willow in Indianapolis, Indiana

Room and housing options

  • 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio Apartments

Dining options

  • In Room Kitchens
  • Dining Room Shared Meals
  • Room Service For Meals

Features

  • Beauty Barber Shop
  • Resident Transportation
  • Party Space

About Traditions at North Willow in Indianapolis, Indiana

Traditions at North Willow proudly serves seniors looking for peace, comfort, and security in a relaxed, caring environment. Residents enjoy the privacy of their own residence, while still participating in a variety of social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities.

Our independent living community fosters independence and self-esteem, allowing each resident to enjoy active retirement and live life on their own terms. If needed, they can transition to assisted living while remaining in the home they have come to enjoy. Our community setting creates a sense of pride for residents, staff, family and friends.

Traditions at North Willow offers a warm, comfortable setting for seniors who need assistance with personal care and daily living activities. Our Wellness Director creates a personal service plan tailored to each resident. This plan may include assistance with various daily activities or personal care services, all coordinated by our 24-hour on-site licensed nursing staff. For added peace of mind, an emergency response system is provided. The individualized personal service plan is designed to enhance dignity and independence through a variety of recreational, social, physical and spiritual programs that convey the exceptional lifestyle for which Traditions at North Willow is known.

Traditions at North Willow provides a safe, comforting environment for seniors experiencing various forms of memory loss and cognitive decline. We take the time to learn each person's unique life story in order to develop a comprehensive service plan for them. This individualized program incorporates both physical and emotional stimulation to support the resident's highest level of function and maximize quality of life. A state-of-the-art security system is provided, which allows residents to live independently while remaining within the comfort of a secured environment. Traditions at North Willow incorporates, along with group activities, the innovative Behavior-Based Ergonomics Therapy (BBET) to improve the quality of life for our residents with Alzheimers and Dementia.

AMENITIES:

  • Fitness Center
  • Restaurant-Style Dining With Outstanding Menu Choices For All Meals
  • Emergency Response System
  • Scheduled Transportation
  • Walking Paths
  • Snacks Available Throughout the Day

Ideally located next to St. Vincent’s flagship hospital campus on the north side of Indianapolis and will provide multiple living and care options without a large entry fee or endowment. We provide superior, yet reasonably priced accommodations and services in a peaceful, resort-like atmosphere. Living options include independent, assisted living and memory care residences.

Thank you for your interest at Traditions at North Willow. Please give us a call to schedule a free tour.

Map of Traditions at North Willow

Frequently Asked Questions

Help seniors by writing a review


If you have firsthand experience with a community or home care agency, share your review to help others searching for senior living and care.

Request Pricing Information

Who are you looking for?

Full Name

Phone

Email

By clicking "Get Costs", I am providing express written consent to receive calls including automated/pre-recorded calls and automated texts for which I may incur a cost, as well as emails from Caring and its partners. I understand I am not obligated to provide this consent to utilize Caring’s service(s). I acknowledge I was able to review the Agreement to be Contacted, Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

mother and daughter online shopping

Compare costs, photos & reviews of senior living and care options near you.

 

Questions?

Call to speak to one of Caring’s Family Advisors, or submit a request for more information here.

(800) 558-0653

Didn't find what you were looking for?

Caring's Family Advisors can help answer your questions, schedule tours, and more.

Call us at (855) 948-3865

Helpful Articles

Senior Living Communities near Marion County, IN

  • Hancock County
  • Morgan County
  • Hendricks County
  • Johnson County
  • Boone County
  • Shelby County

Senior Living Communities near Indianapolis, IN

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Our Services

  • Senior Living Directory

  • Senior Care Directory

  • Caregiving Resources

  • Sitemap

  • Terms of Use

  • Privacy Policy


© 2024 Caring, LLC. All rights reserved.