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609 W TANGLEWOOD LANE, Mishawaka, IN 46545
1.6
(3 reviews)
"The staff appears to be over-worked and underpaid. Residents are vulnerable to having to contend with room-mates who can be noisy and disruptive, and offered no recourse. ..."
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18520 W Seven Mile Rd, Wyandotte, MI 48219
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
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1900 Jeanwood Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514
"Looking for a nursing home or senior care in Elkhart, Indiana? Caring people make the difference at East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Cen..."
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1400 W. Franklin, Elkhart, IN 46516
"Caring people make the difference at Riverside Village. You can feel it the minute you walk into our community and meet our staff. They are ..."
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9935 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106
"Welcome to West Woods of Bridgman a skilled nursing facility that offers short-term rehabilitation rooms for those recovering from surgery o..."
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220 E Dunn Rd, New Carlisle, IN 46552
"Miller’s Merry Manor is the premier rehabilitation provider in New Carlisle and is located just a short drive from LaPorte, South Bend and M..."
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500 WALKERTON TRL, Walkerton, IN 46574
"Miller's Merry Manor is a senior living community located in Walkerton, Indiana. It offers a range of care options, including skilled nursin..."
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316 Woodies Lane, Bremen, IN 46506
"Kindred Nursing and Rehabilitation - Bremen is located in Bremen, IN and provides specialized short-term, inpatient rehabilitation and skill..."
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500 Walkerton Trl, Walkerton, IN 46574
"Miller’s Merry Manor is the premier rehabilitation provider in Walkerton and is located just a short drive from LaPorte, North Liberty and S..."
READ MOREOn an average monthly basis, South Bend’s semiprivate nursing home rooms cost a bit more than is typical across the country, where the rate is $7,756. South Bend’s nursing homes are also more expensive than the Indiana state average of $7,133.
That pattern holds for South Bend in comparison to several nearby cities as well. For instance, South Bend is over $600 more expensive than Elkhart and Fort Wayne, and the difference is even larger between South Bend and Kokomo, which has a rate of $7,148. Michigan City, however, is pricier than South Bend.
South Bend
$7,984
Indiana
$7,133
The United States
$7,756
Elkhart
$7,361
Fort Wayne
$7,300
Kokomo
$7,148
Michigan City
$8,060
In South Bend, the median rate for a semiprivate nursing home room is $7,984, and it is $9,855 for a private room.
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.
For long-term care planning, data on different senior care options’ price points may be of use. In South Bend, adult day health care is the most affordable setup, with an average monthly rate of $1,300. Home care and home health care have identical median rates of $4,767. Assisted living is a bit pricier, coming in at $4,819. Nursing homes are the most costly option, with semiprivate rooms costing $7,984 and private rooms costing $9,855.
Home care
$4,767
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,300
Assisted living
$4,819
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,984
Nursing home (private room)
$9,855
As seniors age, they and their families can utilize many local resources, such as those listed below. Some of the following organizations and services have the goal of keeping seniors in their homes and communities by preserving their independence for as long as possible. Others support older adults when long-term care in a facility-based setting has become the best option.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| REAL Services | (574) 233-8205 | REAL Services’ offerings include a Meals on Wheels program that covers five meals per week for eligible recipients. The organization also provides transportation to medical appointments and other important destinations for seniors. Those two services have a minimum age of 60 for clients. Other offerings include assistance with energy bills and caregiver support as well as Medicare counseling through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center | (574) 284-7107 | Overseen by REAL Services, the ADRC is a valuable source of information and referrals for older adults and their caregivers. For instance, it can help clients figure out what to do when living alone without help is no longer viable for a senior. The ADRC connects clients with federal, state and local programs and performs eligibility screenings. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 622-4484 | Residents of long-term care facilities can contact the LTC Ombudsman Program for information and advocacy. Family members of residents can as well. This program’s free and confidential services include education, problem resolution and communication with facility staff members. Note: The number at left is for the statewide information line; phone numbers for local representatives are available here. |
| Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County | (574) 288-6967 | Through its Aging in Place program, Habitat for Humanity makes dwellings suitable for seniors 60 years of age and older. The program focuses on specific repairs and does not perform cosmetic work. Services are limited to single-family detached homes. Clients must own their homes, and the household must include a resident who is 60 years of age or older. Income limits apply as well. |
| St. Joseph County Veterans Service Office | (574) 235-9978 | In Indiana, each county’s Veterans Service Office helps military veterans and their family members access benefits. These offices liaison with the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. The number for St. Joseph County’s office is at left, and older adults who served may find it useful for accessing financial and health care benefits. |
Nursing Homes
Pamela
5.0
Review of Holy Cross Long-Term Nursing Care
My dad is in Holy Cross Long-Term Nursing Care for rehab. I like the cleanliness of it and the staff. They are genuine and caring. I see that they care about the residents there. The food is good...
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Jill985
5.0
Review of Healthwin
My uncle went to Healthwin. They were wonderful. The best thing I liked about them, is they were very patient with him. My uncle is not a social person, but they were very patient. They assessed...
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Julie
5.0
Review of Healthwin
The building is old; very clean. Most rooms are small but the things that matter most are excellent. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, from the cleaning people to the administrators....
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