Life Care Center of Michigan City
802 US HIGHWAY 20 EAST, Michigan City, IN 46360
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READ MOREServing as a principal city of the Michigan City-La Porte Metropolitan Area, La Porte offers diverse senior care solutions in northwestern Indiana. The region houses 21 assisted living facilities, including 2 in the city proper. Based on survey results, seniors in La Porte pay roughly $5,913 per month for assisted living in 2024. By comparison, the state and national medians run lower at around $5,013 and $5,350, respectively.
This guide features 136 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities. On average, consumers give these communities a rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
21 Results
802 US HIGHWAY 20 EAST, Michigan City, IN 46360
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READ MOREThe 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that La Porte’s seniors pay around $5,913 per month for assisted living, which surpasses the state norm of $5,013 and the U.S. median of $5,350. Several cities in the region have more economically priced care, with rates in Fort Wayne hovering near $4,456 and facilities in Elkhart charging approximately $4,198.
La Porte
$5,913
Indiana
$5,013
United States
$5,350
South Bend
$5,639
Elkhart
$4,198
Fort Wayne
$4,456
Kokomo
$5,198
According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in La Porte can expect to pay an average of $3,617 per month for assisted living, making it a very affordable option compared to the U.S. national average and many other cities in Indiana.
Low-income seniors in La Porte may benefit from one of Indiana’s state-funded programs that may help cover assisted living costs. Currently, there are three programs available, including Indiana Medicaid, the Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915 (c) Waiver program and the Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Indiana page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.
Assisted living costs in La Porte come in close to $5,913 per month, making this a financially viable alternative to nursing home placement for those without complex medical needs. By contrast, seniors who need nursing home care pay around $8,851 for semi-private rooms.
Assisted Living Facility
$5,913
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,851
Note: Since data for La Porte is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Michigan City, instead.
A number of nonprofits and government agencies are dedicated to supporting the needs of seniors in La Porte as they age. These organizations offer programs and services such as care coordination, benefits counseling, wellness programming and legal assistance, all available at little to no cost.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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REAL Services | (574) 233-8205 | REAL Services is the region's designated Area Agency on Aging, serving seniors in 12 counties across Northern Indiana. Through its more than 20 programs, the organization provides a range of services to support the needs of aging adults, including financial guidance, Medicare counseling, guardianship, transportation and caregiver support. |
Aging and Disability Resource Center /InConnect | (574) 284-7107 or (800) 552-2916 | Seniors exploring long-term care options can get information and assistance from the Aging and Disability Resource Center/InConnect. Operated by REAL Services, the ADRC screens individuals to determine the local, state or national programs that best suit their needs. Program specialists then provide referrals and informative counseling to help seniors make informed decisions about their options. |
Activity Center for Older Adults  | (219) 326-5354 | This organization provides a centralized location for La Porte area seniors aged 55 and older to socialize and participate in various educational programs and recreational activities. While there's a small annual fee to become a member, membership includes all activities, events and classes, as well as discounts at local restaurants. |
La Porte County Veterans Services | (219) 326-6808 ext. 2216 | Veterans and their dependents have access to information and services via La Porte County Veterans Services. This includes helping seniors apply for health care benefits, disability compensation, pensions and veterans insurance. The agency can also direct veterans to support groups and counseling services. |
Indiana Legal Services | (844) 243-8570 | This organization provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals across Indiana. To serve the state's elderly population, the organization's Senior Law Project covers topics such as discrimination, long-term care issues, guardianship and estate planning. It also offers assistance with issues of elder abuse through its Legal Assistance for Victimized Adults Project. |
La Porte 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.
Assisted Living
Kathy
5.0
Review of Brentwood at LaPorte
My relative is at Brentwood at LaPorte. She's pretty well taken care of as far as her needs, and she seems happy there. She has some memory issues, so we weren't sure she was going to be able to...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your experience with Brentwood at LaPorte. It's great to hear that your relative is being well taken care of and is happy there despite her memory issues. We're glad to know...
Assisted Living
Joann
5.0
Review of Brentwood at LaPorte
We toured Brentwood at LaPorte. Some assisted living facilities are very quiet and kind of depressing, but this place wasn't like that at all. It's very nice and bright. They were having an...
Provider response
It's heartwarming to receive such positive feedback about your tour at Brentwood at LaPorte. We're glad you noticed the lively atmosphere and the variety of activities that keep our community...
Assisted Living
Lisa
4.0
Review of Brentwood at LaPorte
My dad moved into Brentwood at LaPorte a few months ago. They're very attentive to him. His room is very nice. They have good activities. They can do their laundry, they have a pool table. They...