Home Instead - Mishawaka, IN
3025 N Grape Rd, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
4.8
(106 reviews)
"Great Service setting up care, two weeks of care and best of all, knowing that I can use their services in the future...."
READ MORELocated in the northernmost region of Indiana, about 5 miles from the Michigan border, South Bend offers access to a wide range of recreational and cultural amenities for seniors, an age group that accounts for 14% of the 103,000 residents. It’s listed on the AARP Age-Friendly Network for its high access to public transportation, low housing costs and high diversity of destinations in its neighborhoods. The city is served by Memorial Hospital, and there are numerous home care agencies to help older adults who need daily help around the home. In general, home care in this city costs $5,672 per month. This type of care is similar to home health care, which includes skilled nursing for the same monthly cost.
Below we've compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the South Bend area – complete with services offered and reviews from families who've actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we've compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
3025 N Grape Rd, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
4.8
(106 reviews)
"Great Service setting up care, two weeks of care and best of all, knowing that I can use their services in the future...."
READ MORE3120 N. Home Street, Suite B, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Professional company that guided us through the process. They provided a trained and personable home health aide that my Mom enjoyed. The agency staff genuinely cared about my Mom. We’re grateful for their support. ..."
READ MORE230 Catalpa Drive Suite B, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
"Senior Helpers is committed to providing quality, in home, non-medical care for seniors who wish to continue living at home. Many seniors p..."
READ MORE3840 Edison Lakes Pkwy , Mishawaka, IN, 46545
"WE CARE EVERY DAY IN EVERY WAY Rest Assured! Visiting Angels Are at Your Door! Visiting Angels provides seniors and adults with the ne..."
READ MORE50554 Cobus Ridge Dr, Granger, IN, 46530
"Seniors Helping Seniors is a non-medical provider of in-home services designed to improve the quality of life for seniors. Our services incl..."
READ MORE605 W. Edison Rd., Mishawaka, IN, 46545
4.9
(7 reviews)
"The cleaning services, grocery shopping is superb! Friendly and competent help all the time...."
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PO Box 4, Middlebury, IN, 46540
4.3
(12 reviews)
"Firefly Home Care is a family owned company that goes above and beyond to ensure their clients receive the utmost quality of care. The owners, office staff and caregivers are compassionate, personable, knowledgeable and professional. When you walk in..."
READ MORE3131 Grape Road,,, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
4.0
(4 reviews)
"My wife, Susan, had a stroke 20 years ago that left her totally paralyzed on her left side. I began with Sr1Care about 10 years ago when we moved into their service area. Sr 1Care put together a team of caregivers that were trained in the specifi..."
READ MORE1101 Husky Trail, Warsaw, IN, 46582
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Seasons HomeCare is highly recommended to us. When the owner came out, he was very personable. My parents really like them. They just adore the person they send to the house. That's what ended up selling us -- it is the care that they're giving. My p..."
READ MORE6910 North Main Street, Granger, IN, 46530
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Comfort Keepers is a local in-home care agency. They have provided me with a fantastic caregiver, Sherri W. She has been a TREMENDOUS helper/lifesaver/friend for me and my mom, Evelyn N., was has Alzheimer's. I had to move from my life (full-time ..."
READ MORE17390 Dugdale Drive, South Bend, IN, 46635
2424 Franklin St Suite 202A, Michigan City, IN, 46360
2015 W Western Ave , South Bend, IN, 46619
In South Bend, the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey reports that home care agencies charge average monthly rates of $5,672 for nonmedical services. This is significantly higher than the Indiana norm of $4,767 and the national average of $4,957. In nearby Elkhart, rates are about $100 higher, but home care costs in other nearby surveyed cities tend to be lower. Seniors in Fort Wayne spend about $330 less on care than South Bend residents, and in Lafayette, monthly fees for full-time care average $5,053. In Kokomo, rates average about $1,100 below South Bend’s norms.Â
South Bend
$5,672
Indiana
$4,767
United States
$4,957
Elkhart
$5,768
Fort Wayne
$5,339
Kokomo
$4,576
Lafayette
$5,053
Seniors in South Bend pay $5,672 for in-home care, which includes nonmedical personal care and support services, and home health care, which also features skilled nursing. Living at home is a financially viable option for many seniors who qualify for nursing home care, which has base monthly rates of $8,366. However, older adults may save about $2,400 per month, plus living expenses, by opting for assisted living.
Home Care
$5,672
Home Health Care
$5,672
Assisted Living
$3,308
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$8,366
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help to pay for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
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Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in South Bend:
Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
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Energy Assistance Program | (574) 233-8205 | 1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 | The Energy Assistance Program is funded by the federal government and the state of Indiana. The program is run by the nonprofit organization, Real Services, in the city of South Bend. The aim of this program is to assist low-income households with electric and heating expenses during the winter months. Priority is given to seniors and families with young children. Income restrictions do apply. This is a grant and the money does not need to be paid back. Benefits differ depending on the size of the household, income and utility costs. |
Meals on Wheels | (574) 256-1649 | Multiple Locations | Real Services is a nonprofit organization that runs a Meals on Wheels services in South Bend. The program delivers one nutritious meal each day to homebound seniors in the city. To be eligible, seniors must be over the age of 60 and unable to cook for themselves and have no caregiver to cook a meal for them. The volunteers who deliver the meals provide a moment of contact with the community for many seniors and the volunteers can contact authorities if the senior doesn’t open the door or seems unwell. There is a small charge for the service but financial assistance is available if required. Special diets can be accommodated if requested in advance. |
Home Repairs | (574) 233-0311 | 227 West Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, Indiana 46601 | The city of South Bend has a program to help residents carry out minor repairs or improvements on their homes. The funds are provided by the city as a grant and do not need to be paid back to the city. Program eligibility is subject to income restrictions and priority is given to seniors and homes with young children. The program assists with non-emergency repairs such as repairing leaky faucets, replacing broken doorbells and poorly sealed windows and repairs that lower utility bills. |
Transportation | (574) 284-7174 | 1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 | Real Services is a nonprofit organization that provides door-to-door transportation services to seniors. The program employs staff members who will transport seniors to medical appointments, social services offices, medical appointments, banks and any other places they may need to go. Transport is available from Monday to Friday each week and must be booked in advance to ensure a driver is available. There is no charge for this service but donations are appreciated as the program only receives limited federal and state funding. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.