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Assisted Living Communities in Hammond, Indiana
Hammond sits about 25 miles south of Chicago near Lake Michigan. The city and its surrounding areas offer assisted living communities, including within city limits. In 2024, these senior living residences charge around $6,500 per month. For comparison, the typical monthly rate in Indiana stands at $5,013, while the national norm is $5,350.Â
Our directory includes 1478 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Hammond, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars. Explore the reviews below to learn more.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Hammond, IN and Nearby Cities
Data from the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey shows Hammond to be a relatively expensive city for assisted living. Local prices are approximately $1,150 higher than the national norm and $1,487 above Indiana's median cost. Seniors can also find lower rates in nearby areas. Estimated prices drop to $5,913 per month in Michigan City and $4,456 in Fort Wayne. Meanwhile, Indianapolis offers even lower rates at about $3,99
Hammond
$6,500
Indiana
$5,013
The United States
$5,350
Michigan City
$5,913
Fort Wayne
$4,456
Indianapolis
$3,993
Paying for Assisted Living in Hammond
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Hammond
Hammond seniors have access to three state-funded programs that may help cover assisted living expenses, including the Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program, Medicaid and the Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915 (c) waiver program. Â
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Hammond, IN
Hammond features a wide range of senior care prices. Assisted living is more expensive than adult day health care, which costs approximately $2,123 per month, but it's cheaper than nursing home care, which costs about $8,669. Similarly, in-home care presents a more affordable alternative at about $5,720, while home health care is slightly more expensive at $6,578.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$2,123
Assisted Living Facility
$6,500
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,669
Note: Since data for Hammond is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Chicago, IL, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Hammond
Seniors in Hammond who either live in assisted living or are looking for an assisted living community to call home have access to many free resources. State and local government agencies advocate for residents’ rights and assist with benefits, while private organizations can help families locate facilities and ways to pay for them.Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long Term Care Ombudsman | (219) 794-1829 | Hammond seniors can contact Indiana’s Long Term Care Ombudsman to complain about their assisted living facility or get assistance with various issues. Ombudsmen are responsible for advocating for the rights of assisted living residents, resolving quality of care and quality of life concerns and working with friends and family to resolve issues. There is a statewide office and a local contact in Crown Point run by Northwest Indiana Community Action Corporation. |
| Indiana Assisted Living Association | (317) 733-2390 | The Indiana Assisted Living Association (INALA) offers free assistance to seniors in Hammond looking for an assisted living facility. They have a step-by-step guide that gives families valuable information about what to look for in an assisted living facility and how to pay for it. INALA also advocates for residents and facilities on a policy level by communicating with the city, state and federal government. |
| Lake County Veterans Service Office | (219) 755-3285 | Veterans and their surviving spouses in Hammond may be able to pay for assisted living through VA benefits. The Lake County Veterans Service Office can help seniors get these funds by providing information and helping with applications. They can help with pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits, both of which can pay for assisted living. LCVSO can also obtain addresses and forms needed to obtain benefits from other federal agencies, including the SSA. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Hammond
Hammond-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities 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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Roxanne
5.0
Review of Silver Birch of Hammond
My tour of Silver Birch of Hammond was a pretty nice experience. It was a very nice place. It was clean and fresh. It didn't smell like a nursing home. When you go through the front doors there's a...
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Denise
4.0
Review of Silver Birch of Hammond
We toured the assisted living at Silver Birch of Hammond. The place was nice. It wasn't extravagant, but the clientele is a mix of different cultures. The facility was clean. They have 1-bedrooms...
