Walker Place offers competitive pricing for its living arrangements compared to both Shelby County and the broader state of Indiana. For a semi-private room, residents at Walker Place pay $2,797 per month, which is notably more affordable than the county average of $3,791 and also lower than the state average of $3,739. In contrast, the studio apartments at Walker Place are priced at $3,983, higher than Shelby County's rate of $2,790 but still below Indiana's average of $3,258. The one-bedroom units are priced at $4,956 monthly - significantly exceeding both local and state averages ($3,498 for Shelby County and $3,300 for Indiana) - suggesting that while some options may be appealingly priced at Walker Place, others may warrant further consideration in relation to competing facilities. Overall, Walker Place demonstrates a strategic approach to pricing across various room types that caters to different needs and budgets within the community.
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Walker Place
Shelby County
Indiana
Semi-Private
$2,797
$3,791
$3,739
Studio
$3,983
$2,790
$3,258
1 Bedroom
$4,956
$3,498
$3,300
Overall Review of Walker Place
common10 reviews mention this
Dining and meals get strong praise
Meals and dining service are a consistent bright spot in residents' comments.
Residents frequently describe the food as high quality, with many calling out that they enjoyed meals and found the dining experience better than expected. Multiple reviews mention having meals delivered to rooms or being able to choose options, including ordering for future days. A few also point to the dining service helping residents feel more at home in day-to-day life.
common7 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
The activity calendar is a noticeable part of daily life for many residents.
Many reviews describe staying busy through a mix of group activities and outings, with residents mentioning both participation and enjoyment. Several comments point to specific things like exercise, games, church or devotional activities, and performances coming into the community. Overall, residents portray the activity offerings as helping them feel more connected and engaged.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Pricing feels too high to some
Several reviewers criticize the cost as being far beyond what they expected.
Some negative reviews focus on pricing, describing it as very expensive and inappropriately high for what residents receive. Others compare the monthly cost to meal support and express frustration about price increases. Even among generally positive comments, at least one reviewer flags the pricing as on the high end.
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Features
Housing
47 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
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
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Meals provided
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Vegetarian
Activities
Art classes
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Forever fit
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting chaplain or priest
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Shelbyville, Indiana offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the area. With several physicians' offices nearby, including Allergy Partners of Central Indiana and Bala DR and Associates, access to healthcare is easily accessible. There are also various dining options such as Wendy's and Cracker Barrel within close proximity. For spiritual needs, there are several places of worship like St Luke's Episcopal Church and Second Baptist Church. Additionally, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the numerous parks in the area, including Blue River Memorial Park and Clearwick Park. Major Hospital is conveniently located for medical emergencies, while pharmacies like CVS Speciality and Walgreens provide easy access to medications. Overall, this part of Shelbyville offers a well-rounded community with amenities that cater to senior living needs.
Physicians
Allergy Partners of Central Indiana (0.3 miles)
Bala DR and Associates (0.3 miles)
Intelliplex Medical Arts (0.3 miles)
MHP Psychology (0.5 miles)
Indiana Heart Physicians (0.6 miles)
Major OB/GYN (0.6 miles)
MHP Pediatrics (0.6 miles)
Restaurants
Wendy's (0.3 miles)
Cracker Barrel (0.3 miles)
McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Cow Palace Office (2.1 miles)
KFC (2.4 miles)
Papa John's Pizza (2.4 miles)
Grandma's Pancake House (2.7 miles)
Places of Worship
St Luke's Episcopal Church (1.4 miles)
First Baptist Church (2.4 miles)
Second Baptist Church (2.5 miles)
Victorious Life Baptist Church (2.8 miles)
Evangelical Ucc (4.2 miles)
Mt Pisgah Baptist Church (4.3 miles)
Moscow Christian Church (12.7 miles)
Parks
Blue River Memorial Park (2.2 miles)
Free Parking City Lot (2.3 miles)
Parks (3 miles)
Clearwick Park (4.2 miles)
Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve - Central Indiana Land Trust (6.8 miles)
Southeastway Park (13.2 miles)
Heritage Woods Playground (14.2 miles)
Hospitals
Major Hospital (2.3 miles)
Immediate Care Center of Johnson Memorial Hospital (16.1 miles)
Hancock Surgery Center (16.4 miles)
AMG Specialty Hospital Central Indiana-Hancock (16.4 miles)
Walker Place offers competitive pricing for its living arrangements compared to both Shelby County and the broader state of Indiana. For a semi-private room, residents at Walker Place pay $2,797 per month, which is notably more affordable than the county average of $3,791 and also lower than the state average of $3,739. In contrast, the studio apartments at Walker Place are priced at $3,983, higher than Shelby County's rate of $2,790 but still below Indiana's average of $3,258. The one-bedroom units are priced at $4,956 monthly - significantly exceeding both local and state averages ($3,498 for Shelby County and $3,300 for Indiana) - suggesting that while some options may be appealingly priced at Walker Place, others may warrant further consideration in relation to competing facilities. Overall, Walker Place demonstrates a strategic approach to pricing across various room types that caters to different needs and budgets within the community.
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47 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Forever fit
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Visiting chaplain or priest
Strong staff communication and diverse amenities.
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