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Assisted Living Communities in Merrillville, Indiana

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Eric032

I visited this facility

Review of Belvedere Senior Housing

Belvedere Senior Housing was nice. It was very clean, and it didn't smell at all. It looked inviting. The personnel were polite. The staff who gave the tour was knowledgeable and polite, too.

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Sherrill

I visited this facility

Review of Virginia Place

Virginia Place seemed a little congested to me. The place seemed like there was just a lot going on. They had a pretty nice-sized room. It had a dresser, nightstands, and large windows with blinds...

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Valerie

I visited this facility

Review of Belvedere Senior Housing

Belvedere Senior Housing was very nice. Everybody's friendly. It's a very clean place. The apartments were a decent size, very clean, and very nice. It still looks like a brand-new building. The...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Merrillville, IN and Nearby Cities

On average, assisted living facilities in Merrillville charge $3,617 per month for housing and care, which is 15% to 20% lower than state and national norms. Even so, some cities in Northern Indiana have more economical monthly rates, including Fort Wayne, where residents pay $3,485 for services, and South Bend, where care costs come in at $3,308. However, Merrillville is a budget-friendly alternative to Elkhart, where seniors pay $633 more for care, and Lafayette, where rates exceed Merrillville’s norm by about 45%.

Merrillville

$3,617

Indiana

$4,283

United States

$4,500

South Bend

$3,308

Elkhart

$4,250

Fort Wayne

$3,485

Lafayette

$5,255

Paying for Assisted Living in Merrillville

 

While monthly fees may vary depending on amenities and services, assisted living residents in Merrillville typically pay $3,617 for care.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Merrillville

Seniors in the Merrillville area who need help paying for the costs of assisted living can apply for the Regional Care Assistance Program (RCAP). Also, Indiana's Medicaid Waiver program helps pay costs of residing in an assisted living facility as long as the facility is registered as an RCF.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted 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 Merrillville, IN

Seniors in Merrillville pay $3,617 per month for assisted living, making this the most economical senior care option recorded in the city. Those who arrange private care at home pay $5,625 per month for in-home care, which includes nonmedical custodial services, and home health care, which includes skilled nursing. Similarly, nursing home rates are significantly higher than assisted living rates at $8,456 per month for semi private rooms.

In-Home Care

$5,625

Home Health Care

$5,625

Assisted Living Facility

$3,617

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,456

Note: Data for Merrillville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Michigan City, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Merrillville

Merrillville and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Merrillville, please visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Merrillville

Merrillville 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.

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