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Families overwhelmingly describe Marquette as a beautiful, resort-like life plan community where residents move seamlessly between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing as needs change. Reviewers consistently praise the caring, long-tenured staff, the amenities, and the peace of mind that comes with continuity of care, though a small number of reviews raise serious concerns about assisted living oversight, hospitalizations, and inconsistent care during a rehab stay.
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Marquette is a senior living community in Indianapolis, Indiana offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Outdoor Patio, Fitness Center and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 142 reviews.
Nestled on 46 wooded acres on the northwest side of Indianapolis just minutes from downtown, Marquette retirement community offers a wide variety of beautifully designed residential options, a wealth of exceptional services and amenities, a full calendar of fun and engaging activities, and a warm and welcoming community of new friends.
As a life plan community, we make aging in place simple. You can seamlessly transition from independent living to assisted living to memory care or the health center as your health needs change at a predictable cost for life. That means peace of mind for you and your family. And at Marquette, you can always move into our community right at the level of care you need.
Marquette Senior Living Community, Indianapolis, IN
Winner of the Indianapolis Star’s Best of Senior Living award, Marquette is a not-for-profit life plan community under the ownership of Retirement Living, Inc., and management of Life Care Services®. We offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitative services in Indianapolis, Indiana just minutes from the city’s vibrant downtown. At Marquette, we’re committed to ensuring that residents of have the freedom to live the lives they want to live—guaranteeing choice, flexibility and control over how and when services and care are structured, scheduled and delivered.
Our Mission
We are a non-for-profit continuing care community, honoring the dignity and independence of individuals, providing the highest quality of care and services to our residents.
Our Vision
We will be the premier continuing care community in the Midwest, recognized nationally for innovative programs, involved residents ad organizational strengths.
Life Care Services®
Marquette is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services leads the way in senior living with over 40 years proven experience. This innovative leadership brings passion and performance through strong financial stewardship, lifestyle-centered services, as well as high quality health services in communities as unique as the individuals who live in them. To learn more about Life Care Services, visit www.lifecareservicesLCS.com.
Marquette: Independent Living in Indianapolis, Indiana
Moving from the home you’ve lived in for years can be a big step. That’s why we’ve designed our independent living community for seniors around the things that mean the most to you—freedom, independence, and ability to live the carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle you want, all just minutes from downtown’s shopping and entertainment. At Marquette, you can spend your days doing exactly what you want to do, and you’ll find lots of services, amenities, and fun, engaging activities that nurture all 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you live your very best life. It’s the retirement life you love—but even better!
Amenities
• Restaurant-style, chef-prepared dining in a variety of lovely venues, including our formal dining room, casual grill, and outdoor dining space
• Township Tavern, the perfect place to meet friends for a cocktail or a glass of wine
• Marquette Athletic Center (MAC), our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatic center run by the National Institute of Fitness and Sports (NIFS)
• Wellness programs overseen by two full-time, onsite personal trainers
• Massage studio
• Foundation Hall, our performing arts center
• On-campus BMO Harris banking
• Guest suites and private dining room for when you have visitors
• On-campus Woodworking Shop
• Many wonderful places to gather, including our library, billiards room, outdoor patio space and gardens
• Marquette Dental Office and the Lynne O’Day Clinic which provides a variety of healthcare services
• Fully equipped business center
• On-campus chapel providing services for a variety of faiths
• Walking and biking trails
• The Corner Gift Shoppe
As a Life Plan Community, Marquette provides a seamless transition to assisted living, memory care, long-term care, or rehab, if ever needed, at a predictable cost for life
Marquette: Assisted Living in Indianapolis, Indiana
Sometimes all you need is a helping hand, and that’s just what you’ll get at Bernard L. Strange Pavilion, Marquette’s premier assisted living community. We’ll help with all the basic activities of daily living—whatever you need, it’s always your choice—including bathing, dressing and grooming, medication management, and personal maintenance. Because we’re a Life Plan Community, you have the advantage of being able to seamlessly transition from independent living to assisted living at a predictable cost for life. Plus, you can always enter Marquette right at the level of care you need, including assisted living.
Marquette: Memory Care in Indianapolis, Indiana
Reflections at the Pavilion, the memory care residences at Marquette, provide the safety, security, people and programs to help preserve the things that bring meaning and order to your loved one’s life. Each day our mission is to provide Alzheimer’s care and dementia care that enriches residents’ lives, creates success stories, and encourages and celebrates their interests and abilities. And because we’re a life plan community, residents can seamlessly transition from another level of care to memory care at a predictable cost for life.
Person-Centered, Individualized Memory Care
Our compassionate, highly-trained staff employs reminiscence tools to capture the details of residents’ lives—their careers, hobbies, likes, and dislikes. We then apply the insights gained from each life story to create an individualized care plan that promotes physical and emotional well-being, prolongs daily functioning, and maintains a sense of purpose, satisfaction and quality of life.
Benefits For Your Loved One
• Promotes dignity and a sense of pride and accomplishment in day-to-day activities
• Supports improved self-worth, self-esteem, and overall health and well-being
• Reduces fear, anxiety, and frustration
Benefits For You
• Provides the comfort of knowing your loved one is enjoying the best quality of life possible
• Allows you to return to being a loving spouse, child, or grandchild
• Gives you the opportunity to make the most of your time together
Amenities
• “Secure but open” design concept with family room and enclosed outdoor courtyard, garden, and walking path provides places to spend time with family and friends
• Private suites, each with memory box at front door
• Colors and furnishings chosen to provide calm environment
• Three family-style, chef-prepared meals in our lovely dining room every day
• Marquette Athletic Center (MAC), our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatic center run by the National Institute of Fitness and Sports (NIFS)
• Wellness programs overseen by two full-time, onsite personal trainers
• Massage studio
• Foundation Hall, our performing arts center
• On-campus BMO Harris banking
• Guest suites and private dining room
• Marquette Dental Office and the Lynne O’Day Clinic which provides a variety of healthcare services
• Fully equipped business center
• On-campus chapel providing services for a variety of faiths
• The Corner Gift Shoppe
As a life plan community, Marquette provides a seamless transition to long-term care or rehab, if ever needed, at a predictable cost for life
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Nicole Bell
Jul 2026
Marquette Senior Living provides a warm, welcoming community with caring staff who truly put residents first. The facilities are fantastic, and there are plenty of activities that help residents stay engaged and connected. I highly recommend Marquette Senior Living to anyone looking for a compassionate and high-quality senior living community.
Regan Nickel
Jun 2026
I've had the opportunity to work closely with the social worker at Marquette, and I've been consistently impressed with the level of care and professionalism throughout the community. The staff is compassionate, responsive, and truly dedicated to supporting both residents and their families.
Nikki Mayhew
Jun 2026
This is a warm, welcoming, and beautiful campus filled with wonderful residents and staff. Beautiful amenities, great location, and an exciting expansion is on the horizon to add to their already-lovely living options.
Tony Benages
Jun 2026
Definitely the best choice for senior care
Samantha Markle
Jun 2026
I highly recommend Marquette for anyone looking for senior living options for themselves or a loved one. The leadership at Marquette, especially the Marketing Team and Executive Director, strive to provide an exceptional experience for residents, families, and employees alike. This is absolutely the place you will want to call home for yourself or a loved one.
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 22 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 15, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedPast Non-Compliance
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 30, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 25, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 25, 2025
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 25, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 25, 2025
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 15, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 13, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 15, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 15, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2024
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Marquette offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Marquette has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Indianapolis that publish rates start around $3,200 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.
Marquette is located at 8140 Township Line Rd in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Families overwhelmingly describe Marquette as a beautiful, resort-like life plan community where residents move seamlessly between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing as needs change. Reviewers consistently praise the caring, long-tenured staff, the amenities, and the peace of mind that comes with continuity of care, though a small number of reviews raise serious concerns about assisted living oversight, hospitalizations, and inconsistent care during a rehab stay.
Marquette had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 22 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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