Indiana Assisted Living

Cost of Assisted Living in Indiana

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The average cost of Assisted Living in Indiana is $3,620. Assisted Living costs range from $1,600 to $5,820 depending on location and other factors.

Assisted living in Indiana is typically funded by a senior’s retirement savings or by a family member, but there are some program options if a senior requires help paying for care. Assisted Living or Aged and Disabled Medicaid Waivers are available for seniors residing in a Medicaid-certified facility.

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) manages the state’s Medicaid program. If an assisted living resident does not meet the requirements for Medicaid, he/she may be eligible for financial help through Indiana’s Residential Care Assistance Program.

City	Minimum Cost	Maximum Cost	Median Cost
Anderson	$2,143	$4,600	$3,165
Bloomington	$2,975	$3,375	$3,175
Carmel	$2,598	$4,430	$3,650
Columbus	$4,050	$4,095	$4,073
Elkhart	$3,048	$3,795	$3,590
Evansville	$1,599	$4,550	$3,098
Fort Wayne	$2,445	$5,010	$3,302
Indianapolis	$2,598	$4,430	$3,650
Kokomo	$2,845	$3,232	$3,000
La Porte	$3,000	$4,725	$3,795
Lafayette	$2,985	$4,665	$3,120
Muncie	$1,600	$5,400	$4,900
South Bend	$1,538	$4,491	$3,782

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Overview of Indiana Assisted Living

Back to top Life in the Hoosier State is above average in every way. Indiana has a high population density and the second largest capital city in the nation, yet still maintains a peaceful Midwestern style of living. Indiana’s small-town charm set the stage for the popular musical, The Music Man, and Gary, Indiana is also the real-life birthplace of another famous “music man” – Michael Jackson. The state of Indiana offers everything from big-city attractions to the simplicity of the Amish country. While the weather patterns fluctuate drastically throughout the state, residents of assisted living in Indiana will always enjoy four distinct seasons each year. It is projected that in 20 years nearly 20% of the state’s population will be made up of seniors age 65 and above, making it an ideal place to retire.

Assisted Living in Indiana Defined

Back to top There is no exact definition of what constitutes assisted living in Indiana. Facilities offering services that are traditionally associated with “assisted living” are lumped into the category of residential care facilities, comprehensive care facilities or health facilities. According to Indiana state law, it does not appear that there is any clear distinction between these titles, although comprehensive care facilities may have an on-site physician and offer more medical services. If a community offering assisted living in Indiana does not administer medications to their residents, no license is required to operate the facility.

Regulation of Indiana Assisted Living Facilities

Back to top If medical services are included in an establishment’s care plan, the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) oversees facilities for the elderly through their Division of Long Term Care. The Division of Long Term Care is responsible for surveying long-term care facilities for their compliance with Indiana healthcare facility licensure rules. To maintain a license, the facilities must abide by strict rules relating to:

• Staff selection and training
• Emergency procedures
• Health and safety standards
• Minimum size and required features
• Policies concerning resident services

Indiana assisted living facilities which provide healthcare services are surveyed annually by the ISDH. The facility must post the results of said surveys, along with a plan for correcting any shortcomings, where the information will be readily accessible to residents.