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Assisted Living Communities in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fort Wayne sits in northeastern Indiana’s Allen County, just 18 miles west of the Ohio border. Those seeking assisted living in this region have numerous options to consider, including 29 residences in the city proper and 16 more options in the surrounding area. Based on 2024 figures, seniors anticipate monthly assisted living fees of $4,456, compared to the Indiana median of $5,013.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey’s data for Fort Wayne, area seniors pay around $4,456 monthly for assisted living. This fee indicates about $560 in savings over Indiana’s median and runs roughly $900 below the U.S. norm. Additionally, it compares favorably to rates in nearby cities such as Muncie and South Bend, where respective monthly rates come in near $5,383 and $5,639. 

Fort Wayne

$4,456

Indiana

$5,013

United States

$5,350

Elkhart

$4,198

South Bend

$5,639

Kokomo

$5,198

Muncie

$5,383

Paying for Assisted Living in Fort Wayne, IN

When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Fort Wayne and 47 other cities in Indiana.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fort Wayne

Indiana’s Regional Care Assistance Program (RCAP) helps seniors pay for the monthly cost of assisted living. The state also offers a Medicaid Waiver program, but it only covers costs for seniors residing in an RCF.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

Inflation's Impact on the Cost of Assisted Living in Fort Wayne, IN

Seniors pay around $4,174 for assisted living in Fort Wayne, making the city relatively affordable compared to the national average of $4,459. Prices are set to increase by 16.5% (from $3,810 to $4,495) from 2022 to 2024. This increase exceeds the average statewide inflation rate of 7.5% (from 4,360 to $4,699).</p><p>Assisted living costs in Columbus are projected to increase by 16.5% (from $1,693 to $1,998), as are prices in Zionsville (from 8,119 to $9,579). Therefore, it's wise to consider inflation rates when budgeting for senior living.

Location2022 Cost (Historical)2023 Cost (Current)2024 Cost (Estimated)
Columbus$1,693$1,855$1,998
Zionsville$8,119$8,895$9,579

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Fort Wayne, assisted living communities typically charge rates of around $4,456 per month. This monthly fee compares favorably to home health care cost norms of approximately $6,673, highlighting the affordability of residential care for those without daily medical needs. Additionally, assisted living offers a budget-friendly rate compared to nursing home placement, which has a monthly cost of roughly $9,292. 

Home Health Care

$6,673

Assisted Living Facility

$4,456

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$9,292

Free and Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Fort Wayne,IN

There are many resources in Fort Wayne,IN that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.

For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Indiana state page.

Area Agency on Aging

Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Aging and In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana, Inc.800-552-3662Area Agencies on Aging in Indiana support older adults and their caregivers by providing services ranging from case management, Medicare fraud prevention and referrals to local programs that support the daily needs of seniors. Sixteen agencies across Indiana work with local programs to provide services such as meal delivery, transportation to medical appointments, assistance paying for heating and cooling bills and training for caregivers. Indiana seniors can call a toll-free number to learn about additional services.

Food Assistance Programs

Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Fort Wayne seniors afford the nutritious food they need.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Homebound Meals - Fort Wayne260-422-3296Meals on Wheels delivers prepared meals yyou can keep in the refrigerator and heat up as you need them. Volunteers deliver meals in their own cars, and most programs include some secondary benefits, such as daily check-in service.
AIHS Nutrition Program - Fort Wayne800-552-3662The Aging & In-Home Services Nutrition Program in Fort Wayne, IN, provides restaurant vouchers, congregate nutrition services site dining and home-delivered meals to seniors age 60+. Specific eligibility requirements, which are clearly described on its website, apply to each program. Interested parties can call and/or text for more information.

Free Used Medical Equipment

Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Fort Wayne collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Durable Medical Equipment Loan - Fort Wayne866-484-9560Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana offers numerous resources to seniors affected by cancer. Available services include mental health counseling, financial assistance, insurance advocacy and free durable medical equipment loans. Additionally, the agency sponsors several wellness programs, including massage, exercise therapy and nutritional education. Visitors can also make use of the center's comprehensive resource library. Upon arrival, each senior is assigned a client advocate, who can help them and their families connect to the services they need.
Equipment Loans - Fort Wayne866-483-1278Turnstone offers time-unlimited loans for mobility and medical assistive devices. Technically, all items are provided as loans, but borrowing terms are unlimited. Inventory items are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Home Repair and Modifications

Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Fort Wayne have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Accessibility Modification Program - Fort Wayne260-427-1127The City of Fort Wayne's Accessibility Modifications Program assists homeowners with permanent disabilities in Fort Wayne, IN. It's a grant-based program that can only be used for accessibility improvements in the individual's home. Applicants must have a household income at or below 80% of the area median income, be up to date with mortgage payments and have homeowner's insurance. Applications should be made through the online portal, but the inquirer can request a paper application by calling (260) 427-8585.

Social Security Offices

Social Security offices in Fort Wayne help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Fort Wayne Social Security Office 46819877-223-6061Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working.

Utility & Energy Bill Assistance

Low-income seniors who are struggling to meet the costs of maintaining their homes can find support from organizations that offer assistance with utility and energy bills. Fort Wayne retirees could also qualify for emergency funding programs if they're in danger of losing utility services due to unpaid invoices.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Energy Assistance Program - Fort Wayne800-589-3506Energy assistance is available to Indiana residents who meet the program's financial restrictions, which are similar to Medicaid's income and asset limits.

Veteran's Services

Fort Wayne retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.

Program NamePhone NumberDescription
Fort Wayne VA Medical Center260-426-5431Veterans can seek out health services at the Fort Wayne VA Medical Center in Indiana from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. An urgent care clinic is open on-site 24/7 for nonemergency situations. In addition to receiving care in areas of medicine ranging from cardiology to podiatry, veterans can get help with quitting smoking, receive job training and speak with a patient advocate, among many other services. Vans can provide transportation to the center.
Fort Wayne Vet Center260-460-1456Fort Wayne Vet Center offers counseling, referrals and connections for veterans, service members and their families in Fort Wayne. Counseling services are provided in a nonmedical setting for individuals, couples and families, and group therapy is available for Iraq, Afghanistan and Vietnam veterans. The center can help visitors with depression, anxiety, anger, PTSD, LGBTQ+ care, military sexual trauma treatment and PTSD care. Returning service members can also access transition counseling services at the vet center.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Indiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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ReviewerFC102924A

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Park Place Senior Living

My parents are in Park Place Senior Living. I couldn't ask for better staff. Every step of the way, they've been fantastic at every level. They all are very concerned with my parents. Even the...

Provider response

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Park Place Senior Living! Your comments really matter to us. We strive to maintain a commitment to excellence in each interaction with our residents,...

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M. Clark

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Georgetowne Place

We signed our Mother up for a month of rehabilitation for back pain and dementia evaluation. What a disaster! Meals were forgotten unless family kept reminding, meds weren’t organized, improper...

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Assisted Living

Brian

I visited this facility

Review of Georgetowne Place

I toured Georgetowne Place. The apartments were nice. The staff was nice. They interacted with the folks living there favorably. They had nice dining facilities. They had an activity program that...

Provider response

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your kind words about our beautiful community.

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