Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Chesterton, IN below include 39 nursing homes with 173 reviews.
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8800 VIRGINIA PLACE, Merrillville, IN 46410
2.8
(8 reviews)
"My mom has been in this facility for a year now. I can honestly say at first the care was basic. Now they have definetly upped the ante in her care. They watch out for her esp taking the time and effort to make sure she is eating bathing and getting ..."
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353 TYLER ST, Gary, IN 46402
2.6
(6 reviews)
"I placed my grandfather at The South Shore Center in Gary, IN. There were many rumors and when we arrived we were pleasantly suprised. The facility was clean, friendly and professional. His stay there has been amazing. ..."
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2901 W 37th Ave, Hobart, IN 46342
2.3
(3 reviews)
"I visited The Waters of Hobart. They were very friendly. It seemed very accommodating and clean, and they could handle his medical needs. The rooms are double occupancy. So, he would have a roommate, but I think that's a good thing to have someone el..."
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1000 ELIZABETH DR, Valparaiso, IN 46383
1.7
(9 reviews)
"This is the second time my family member has stayed at the Willows, and we couldn’t be more grateful! After a stay at a more advanced rehab facility where she unfortunately experienced complications, we didn’t hesitate to send her back to the Willows..."
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1900 ANDREW AVENUE, La Porte, IN 46350
1.6
(6 reviews)
"My mother was a resident at this home twice for therapy for a total of five months. The therapy department was VERY friendly, helpful, and supportive as they cajoled and got my mother back walking and able to return home. ..."
READ MORE5025 MCCOOK AVE, East Chicago, IN 46312
1.0
(1 reviews)
"The overall impression when you first enter is very unimpressive. The facility is very untidy and has a foul odor. Patients are under supervised, based on the volume of falls that occur on a monthly basis. The staff are uninformed. They have no idea ..."
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8380 Virginia St, Merrillville, IN 46410
"At Lincolnshire, we are committed to providing the highest quality care to every person that comes through our front door. Our experienced ..."
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353 Tyler St, Gary, IN 46402
"Individuals may require assistance with physical or emotional needs for an extended period. The reasons can vary from terminal conditions, i..."
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802 US HIGHWAY 20 EAST, Michigan City, IN 46360
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Indiana Department of Public Health - He..."
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3175 Lancer St, Portage, IN 46368
"We are proud to be a 2008 recipient of the American Health Care Association (AHCA) / National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) Bronze Quali..."
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5909 Lute Rd, Portage, IN 46368
"Miller’s Merry Manor is the premier rehabilitation provider in Portage, offering assisted living apartments in addition to short-term rehab ..."
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700 E 21st Ave, Gary, IN 46407
"We believe in a holistic approach where the mind, body, and soul are treated to maximize each patient's quality of life. Our philosophy of p..."
READ MORESeniors in Chesterton typically pay $1,186 more per month than the state average of $7,270 and $548 more than the national average of $7,908. There are more affordable cities in Indiana, such as Fort Wayne, which has an average cost of $7,574, and Indianapolis at $7,057. Terre Haute has one of the lowest costs in the state, at $6,692 per month.
Chesterton
$8,456
United States
$7,270
Fort Wayne
$7,574
Indianapolis
$7,057
Terre Haute
$6,692
The cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home in Chesterton is $8,456 per month. This cost may vary depending on each facility. Factors include the types of care and the exact location of the facility.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Assisted living is one of the most affordable types of long-term care for seniors in Chesterton, at $3,617. Seniors who prefer to remain in their homes typically pay less at $5,625 for in-home care and home health care, with the latter including skilled nursing and limited medical care. The most expensive option is a nursing home facility, with the cost of a semiprivate room at $8,456 per month and the cost of a private room at $9,034.
In-Home Care
$5,625
Home Health Care
$5,625
Assisted Living Facility
$3,617
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,456
Nursing Home (private room)
$9,034
Note: Data for Chesterton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Michigan City, was used instead.
The following resources include help on making nursing home care more affordable for seniors. It also includes where to go for needed programs and services.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Indiana Community Action | (219) 794-1829 | Northwest Indiana Community Action serves as the largest Area Agency on Aging and Community Action Agency in the state. It offers services to help seniors experiencing financial hardship and provides health screenings, fall prevention classes, meals and transportation. |
| Indiana Division of Aging | (317) 232-7148 | The Indiana Division of Aging helps seniors find the information and assistance they need. It offers referrals to long-term care services and supports, adult protective services, health and wellness, meals, insurance counseling, case management and transportation. |
| Indiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 457-8283 | The Indiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for seniors in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Trained volunteers work to resolve complaints of abuse, neglect and fraud and provide education on elder rights. They also offer education on long-term care facilities and their responsibilities. |
| Porter County Aging and Community Services | (219) 464-9736 | Porter County Aging and Community Services helps seniors address a variety of needs through programs and services. They offer a medical loan closet, insurance counseling, meals and nutrition information and transportation. |
| Porter County Veterans Services | (219) 465-3587 | Porter County Veterans’ services connect seniors with available programs. These services include benefits assistance, health care referrals, education, insurance counseling and employment opportunities. It also provides information on the Aid and Attendance Housing Benefit, which helps pay for home and community-based services in long-term care. |
Nursing Homes
care giver
1.0
Review of Addison Pointe Health & Rehab Center
I had a very bad experience here with my wife in rehab. In my opinion this place is poorly managed. I was not happy with the medicine they were using and asked repeatedly to speak with...
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A MADDD GRANDDAUGHT
1.0
Review of Addison Pointe Health & Rehab Center
HORRIBLE. Night nurses are the WORST! Leaving my Grandma in pee so long it’s crazy!!! Never change the sheets or bedding since she’s been there. Weeks! The night nurses treat her so fowl. Such...
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Sarah
5.0
Review of Symphony Chesterton
Symphony Chesterton did not smell. Everything's nicely furnished. It's an uplifting place. The staff was very nice and kind of just went above and beyond. I had four small children and they went...
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