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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 116 assisted living communities, including 4 within city limits. In 2024, these senior...

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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 ProgramMedicaid and the Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915 (c) waiver program.  

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. 

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Long Term Care Ombudsman(219) 794-1829Hammond 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) 733-2390The 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) 755-3285Veterans 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

I visited this facility

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

I visited this facility

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...

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