Assisted Living Facilities in Pendleton, IN

There are 2 Assisted Living Facilities in the Pendleton area, with 1 in Pendleton and 1 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Pendleton is $3,360 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Indianapolis with an average starting cost of 3,000.

To help you with your search, browse the 501 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Pendleton. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Pendleton 3.0769230769230769 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Anderson with an average rating of 4.7142857142857143 out of 5 stars.

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Pendleton, Indiana is a small town — population 4,307 — with a forward-thinking attitude. Seniors can enjoy the close-knit community feeling small towns are known for without giving up access to modern amenities. Pendleton is considered part of the Anderson metropolitan area, which has seven assisted living facilities. The facilities are either classified as assisted living facilities (ALFs) or residential care facilities (RCFs). Both provide seniors with assistance with their normal activities of daily living (ADLs) to help them maintain a fairly independent lifestyle. RCFs also provide medication administration assistance and basic nursing services. The Indiana State Board of Health Facility Administrators regulates RCFs, but the Family and Social Services (FSS) Division of Aging monitors ALFs.

• Transportation for Rural Areas of Madison County (TRAM) provides door-to-door transportation for Pendleton residents. Rides have to be scheduled 24 hours in advance, and seniors age 60 and older pay reduced rates. The City of Pendleton also operates a Senior and Disabled Taxi Ticket Voucher Program and a Senior Meal Site Transportation program, which transports seniors to and from the Pendleton Senior Center for lunch.
  
  
• The cost of living in Pendleton is higher than Indiana’s average cost of living. However, the average costs for things like groceries and healthcare are on par with the rest of the state, which makes it easier for seniors to find affordable options.
  
  
• Indiana is considered a state that’s moderately tax-friendly to seniors. Social Security income is tax free, but withdrawals from retirement accounts and pension income is fully taxed.
  
  
• The Bloomington area is home to world-class medical facilities, including IU Health Bloomington Hospital and Monroe Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
  
• The crime rate in Pendleton is lower than 72% of Indiana cities and towns. When compared to other similar cities, Pendleton’s crime rates are also noticeably lower. In fact, it’s safer than 78% of cities and towns in the United States.
  
  
• The Pendleton Community Library hosts regular senior events including a Senior Movie Afternoon. They also have a Senior Cafe, which provides hot meals to seniors age 60 and older on a donation-only basis, and they have a Senior Euchre Club.

Assisted Living costs in Pendleton start around $3,360 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Pendleton and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.