CarDon & Associates is a real estate development and management company based in Carmel, Indiana. The company specializes in the development and management of senior living communities, affordable housing, and market-rate apartments. CarDon & Associates was founded in 1977 by James A. Carpenter and Donald E. Smith, and has since grown to become one of the largest senior living providers in the Midwest. The company is committed to providing high-quality, affordable housing options for seniors and families, and has received numerous awards for its innovative and sustainable development practices.