Residents’ families describe both a clean facility and, in some accounts, persistent odor and dirt concerns.
Some reviewers say the facility is clean and that room cleaning impressed them. Other families report strong cleanliness problems, including smelling bad, gnats, and an overall environment that did not feel organized or supportive for recovery. Those negative accounts also describe needing to step in to handle issues that staff should have addressed. Taken together, cleanliness is a mixed experience in the reviews.
common7 reviews mention this
Staff communication is praised
Many reviewers highlight responsive, communicative staff and frequent attention to care needs.
Several families describe staff as friendly and quick to respond, with open communication between the community and loved ones. One reviewer specifically praised frequent attention to care and the attentiveness of primary caretakers. Others also mention that staff listens to family concerns and keeps people informed. A few negative reviews contrast this by describing situations where questions went unanswered or help was not timely, but the positive communication theme appears repeatedly.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Some care failures are reported
Some residents experience serious care breakdowns that families say required repeated follow-up.
A subset of reviews describe situations where families had to step in to handle care tasks that were expected from staff. These accounts also mention incidents such as falls and medication-related problems, along with concerns about how call requests and patient needs were handled. One reviewer describes lack of responsibility and attention to patient needs after surgery, while another recounts events that led to emergency care and further procedures. The reviews differ widely, but the recurring concern is that basic care did not always meet expectations.
common2 reviews mention this
Activities and daily routine options
The community includes scheduled daily activities residents can take part in.
The listing describes scheduled daily activities and community-sponsored participation. At least a couple reviews reference the day-to-day experience in a way that aligns with having structured activities and routine. That said, the reviews provided here focus more heavily on care and communication than on specific programs.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
36 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Indianapolis International (20 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.1 miles)
Arby's (0.2 miles)
Jimmy John's (0.2 miles)
The Willard Restaurant (0.8 miles)
Tavern Bar and Grill (0.9 miles)
Long River Chinese Restaurant (1 miles)
Tom's Pancake House (1 miles)
Hospitals
Immediate Care Center of Johnson Memorial Hospital (0.6 miles)
Johnson Memorial Hospital (1.1 miles)
Franciscan St Francis Health (1.3 miles)
Family Physicians Of Johnson County (5.3 miles)
Valle Vista Health System (8.6 miles)
OrthoIndy South (9.5 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
Franklin Community Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (6.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (7.5 miles)
Walgreens (8.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (8.3 miles)
Theaters
The Historic Artcraft Theatre (0.8 miles)
Physicians
Daniel S Martin, DDS MSD (0.9 miles)
Frechette Eye Associates (0.9 miles)
Otolaryngology Associates (1 miles)
Pauszek, Michael Dr - Greenway Trail Emergency Physicians (1 miles)
Franklin Pediatrics (1 miles)
Orthopaedic Care Center (1.1 miles)
Wiseman Patricia G MD - Wiseman G Patricia, MD (1.1 miles)
Hickory Creek At Franklin on seniors.fyi includes 8 photos including images showing interior, landscaping, dining, decor, bedroom, outdoor, artwork, garden, and more.
Nearby Communities
Hummingbird Home Care
Franklin, IN
5 from 3 reviews
Excellent access to healthcare and nearby amenities (parks, dining, pharmacies, worship, theater, hospitals).
Astral at Franklin
Franklin, IN
4.2 from 26 reviews
$4,000 to $4,600 / month
Clean, well-maintained facility with friendly staff and engaging memory-care activities.
Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community
Franklin, IN
4 from 84 reviews
$2,677 to $6,300 / month
Active, engaging environment with friendly staff and a home-like atmosphere.
Franklin Meadows
Franklin, IN
3.9 from 69 reviews
Knowledgeable, compassionate staff skilled in dementia care.
Homeview Center Of Franklin
Franklin, IN
4.5 from 95 reviews
Clean facility with attentive staff and strong rehab services.
Compass Park
Franklin, IN
3.6 from 9 reviews
Beautiful campus with caring staff and abundant activities and amenities.
Compass Park Indiana Masonic Home
Franklin, IN
3.9 from 13 reviews
$1,216 to $3,551 / month
Friendly staff on a well-maintained campus with extensive activities and accommodating dining options.
Morning Pointe Of Franklin, IN
Franklin, IN
4.6 from 77 reviews
$2,850 to $3,150 / month
Well-kept facility with friendly staff and a warm, restaurant-like dining atmosphere.
Demaree Crossing
Greenwood, IN
4.4 from 137 reviews
$2,995 to $5,000 / month
Caring, attentive staff in a warm, engaging, home-like setting.
Assisted living for adults with disabilities has transformed to provide personalized care and support services aimed at improving residents' quality of life while balancing independence and assistance. However, low-income individuals often face challenges in affording these services, requiring navigation of various financial resources and advocacy for better policies and solutions.
Assisted living facilities provide support for older adults needing help with daily activities without extensive medical care, but their costs can be high and vary by location and services offered. Families often seek various funding options and financial strategies to manage these expenses effectively while considering future needs and potential price increases.
The article discusses assisted living expenses, the importance of long-term care insurance in covering these costs, and various financing options, highlighting the need for careful policy review and early planning to address potential needs. It also clarifies common misconceptions about Medicare and private health insurance limitations regarding long-term care coverage.
Get PricingAsk A QuestionSchedule A TourContact Senior Advisor
By clicking submit, you agree to our Partner's Terms of Use. You
also consent to receive calls and texts, which may be autodialed, from our Partner. Your consent is not a condition to
using our Partner's service. Please visit our Partner's Privacy Policy for information about their privacy practices.