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Independent Living Options at St. Paul's in South Bend

Choose the Independent Living lifestyle that fits you best. From Apartment Homes with kitchens to simplified Legacy Studios starting at $999.
 
Retirement is a time for relaxation, happiness, and having fun. All of which you will find here at St. Paul’s. Long gone are the days of housework, cooking, laundry, and yard work. At St. Paul’s, enjoy freedom, convenience and privacy. St. Paul's Independent Living senior living residences offer the ultimate in convenience and individualized services in a warm and friendly environment. St. Paul's is located on beautiful grounds that offer the perfect opportunity to view wildlife while strolling through our reflection garden or enjoying our walking paths. Inside our community, the aroma of chef-prepared meals fills our elegant dining rooms. Enrich your spirit by visiting our Chapel, or by curling up with a book near one of our fireplaces or in our beautiful library. 
 

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Independent Living Isn't One-Size-Fits All

At St. Paul's, Independent Living includes different living options designed around how individuals actually prefer to live. Some residents want more space and a full kitchen. Others prefer a smaller footprint with meals included and lower monthly costs. That's why we offer two Independent Living options within one welcoming senior living community, so you can start where it makes sense for you.

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Legacy Studios: A Smart, Simplified Choice

Legacy Studios at St. Paul's are designed for individuals who want private living with fewer responsibilities and lower monthly costs. These studio-style residences offer:

  • A private living space
  • Meals and utilities included
  • Access to community amenities and social opportunities

Legacy Studios are a great fit for those who don't plan to cook daily, prefer simplicity over square footage and want predictable expenses. Optional services such as housekeeping, transportation and laundry are available if desired.

Legacy Studios do not include kitchens and are intentionally designed as a simplified Independent Living option. Residents of our Legacy Studios benefit from daily meals available in our dining spaces. 

Legacy Studios start at $999 per month.

See if a Legacy Studio is Right for You, Call 574-284-9000 

 

Cozy, Private Apartments with Kitchens

Apartment Homes at St. Paul's are ideal for residents who enjoy having more space, a full kitchen and the flexibility to cook, entertain and live their day their way, while still being part of an Independent Living Community. These homes are designed for those who value independence and want a traditional apartment lifestyle with added convenience. With four floorplans – ranging from and one-bedroom to larger two-bedroom apartment homes – we’re sure you’ll find exactly what you have in mind. We’ll take care of the yard work, removing snow, and fixing leaky faucets. Enjoy your retirement in our affordable, maintenance-free apartments with enough space to entertain family and friends.

With a full personal kitchen, you can prepare your own favorites, entertain guests, or choose to dine with friends in our community spaces—your lifestyle, your choice. Family joining you for a special occasion? Don't forget to reserve our private dining room for a little extra space. 

Our Apartment Homes are a great fit if you:

  • Enjoy cooking or hosting family and friends
  • Want more room for hobbies or daily routines
  • Prefer a traditional apartment layout
  • Are looking for Independent Living with space and flexibility

Not sure which options fits best?  Compare Independent Living Options

Added Amenities

  • Individual climate control 
  • Complimentary utilities, as well as Satellite TV 
  • Complimentary emergency pendant alert system 
  • Laminate flooring in kitchen and bathroom, carpet in living room and bedroom(s) 
  • Window treatments throughout 
  • Kitchen appliances 
  • Complete maintenance services 
  • Access to storage space
     

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Dining Options

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With our popular onsite dining room serving lunch and dinner, our onsite bistro for breakfast, and your personal kitchen or kitchenette (studios), you can dine somewhere different whenever you chose! Our residents love the freedom to cook their own family favorites in their private kitchens or meet up with friends in one of our dining spaces. Either way, you’ll never have to worry about finding something for dinner at St. Paul’s.

 

St. Paul's Dining Room

Enjoy dinner by the fireplace, in front of our picture windows overlooking our wooded property, or cozy up in a booth space for a meal that is sure to delight. The main dining room at St. Paul’s is open for lunch and dinner and your outside guests are always welcome to join you.

 
 
 

Housekeeping Services

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No need to vacuum and dust at St. Paul’s: we’ll do your housekeeping for you. Our bi-weekly housekeeping services are just one of the many benefits you’ll enjoy when you make St. Paul’s your home.

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Pet-Friendly Environment

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Pets are family, and well-behaved, recently-vaccinated pets are always welcome here whether they're yours or just visiting. Our beautiful campus walking paths are the perfect place to help your four-legged friend get some exercise. And all of our residences are pet-friendly. We do limit the number of pets to one per apartment and reserve the right to restrict pets based on size, breed, and demeanor.

Residents who choose Independent Living at St. Paul's often value privacy and an independent lifestyle - while still enjoying community life.

 

 Clean, kind and caring staff, I enjoy my raised garden beds, growing zucchini, muskmelon, radishes, peppers, bush pickles, bush green beans. I enjoy having my grandson with me daily during the week. I love fixing my own meals.

 

-Carolyn M.