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"Grow socially at Georgetowne Place, where our residents stay active with weekly outings, water aerobics and exercise programs while enjoying..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in the city is $2,978 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 26 Assisted Living Communities in Fort Wayne and several in surrounding areas.
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"Grow socially at Georgetowne Place, where our residents stay active with weekly outings, water aerobics and exercise programs while enjoying..."
READ MORE611 W County Line Road S, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
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"Imagine starting your day with a hearty breakfast without having to cook or clean afterward, followed by a round of golf at the Sycamore Hil..."
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"Those seeking a comfortable, compassionate and upscale retirement community in Fort Wayne, Indiana need look no further than Park Place Seni..."
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"Brookdale Fort Wayne (formerly Emeritus at Fort Wayne) offers a homelike setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet y..."
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"We started Cedar Ridge of Ft. Wayne to provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individ..."
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"For families in Fort Wayne, Indiana, they can turn to Coventry Meadows to provide the supportive services and family-like setting that their..."
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11430 Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46845
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"At BrightStar Senior Living of Fort Wayne, our Assisted Living and Memory Care households combine best-of-class residential healthcare with ..."
READ MORE12523 Auburn Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46845
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"Evergreen Village at Fort Wayne provides a wonderful residential alternative to a nursing home or to those struggling alone at home. At Eve..."
READ MORE2601 Covington Commons Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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"Ideally located close to local dining options, shopping destinations and medical facilities, Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne offers senio..."
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6723 South Anthony Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
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"We started Cedarhurst of Fort Wayne to provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individ..."
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7515 Winchester Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
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"Kingston Residence of Fort Wayne is situated in a tranquil part of the city. It is nearby to many local amenities including Tillman Park, Do..."
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"Golden Years Homestead, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is home to some of the warmest, most kindhearted people you'll ever meet. Feel free ..."
READ MORE2002 Heritage Park Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
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1900 Randallia Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
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"Quality Care. Saint Anne Communities is a member of Leading Age of Indiana, the Leading Age of America, Catholic Health Association (CHA), a..."
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7833 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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300 E. Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
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"Noble Senior Living at Fort Wayne is an assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana, on t..."
READ MORE1649 SPY RUN AVENUE, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
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400 Caylor Boulevard, Bluffton, IN 46714
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"River Terrace Retirement Community is located just minutes from the Timber Ridge Golf Club and steps away from native wooded trails and all ..."
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"Astral at Auburn is about embracing your well-being and providing the fullest in lifestyles, focusing on health, heart, and soul. The commun..."
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"Just minutes from U.S. Highway 3 in Kendallville, Chandler Place is nestled among beautifully landscaped grounds that feature an enclosed co..."
READ MORE616 Opportunity Dr., Columbia City, IN 46725
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"Worry-Free Living at Its Best! Autumn Trace of Columbia City is a vibrant senior community located near restaurants and shopping, just of..."
READ MORE515 North Main Street, Avilla, IN 46710
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"Ideally located in tranquil Avilla, Indiana, Presence Saint Francis Place offers the perfect mix of quiet living with all the conveniences y..."
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"Here at Smith Farms Manor, our primary focus is to provide our residents with the maximum amount of independence possible, while also ensuri..."
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"Refund Plan: Declining balance over 5 yrs. Priority access to Assisted Living and Nursing Care on Fee-For-Service basis."
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215 DAVIS RD, Ossian, IN 46777
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"At Ossian Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, each individual is a celebration of life and receives respect and honor. Our professionally..."
READ MORE"Ideally located in tranquil Avilla, Indiana, LaVerna Terrace is located on the campus of Presence Sacred Heart Home. In addition to affordab..."
READ MOREAccording to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study, Fort Wayne is one of the most affordable cities for assisted living in the state of Indiana. At $2,978 per month, it’s significantly less expensive than the state average of $4,385 and the national average of $4,000. In addition to Fort Wayne, the smaller Indiana cities of Kokomo ($3,360) and Michigan City ($3,675) also offer lower monthly costs for assisted living compared to state and national averages. The area around the capital city of Indianapolis is the most expensive, averaging $5,053 per month.
Fort Wayne
$2,978
National average
$4,000
State average
$4,385
Elkhart area
$4,043
South Bend area
$4,625
Muncie
$4,785
Kokomo
$3,630
Indianapolis area
$5,053
Michigan City area
$3,675
The cost of senior care is greatly influenced by the type of care that’s required. In Fort Wayne, skilled nursing care is more than double the cost of assisted living per month. In-home care, whether homemaker services or home health aid services, is also more expensive than assisted living (about $1,200 to $1,800 more per month). It’s important to add up the other costs of continuing to live at home as well, including monthly mortgage or rent payments, maintenance services and unforeseen repairs. The cost of assisted living generally includes most of these expenses. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Indiana Medicaid provides a variety of benefits to low-income residents of all ages in Fort Wayne. This traditional Medicaid program covers services such as hospital care, prescription drugs, home health care and skilled nursing care. Financial support for assisted living may be available through Indiana’s Aged and Disabled Medicaid Waiver, which is listed below.
To qualify for Indiana Medicaid, seniors in Fort Wayne must have incomes under $1,041 per month for an individual or couple and a maximum of $2,000 (single) or $3,000 (couple) in assets. Counted assets may include bank account balances, cash, stocks and bonds, equity in a vehicle and property (other than your home). If your income or assets are above these requirements, there may be the option to pay a monthly patient liability premium.
To sign up for Medicaid, fill out the Indiana Application for Health Coverage online or call (800) 403-0864. To apply in person, visit your local Division of Family Resources office.
Indiana Aged and Disabled Waiver
Residents of Fort Wayne needing financial support for assisted living may be eligible for Medicaid’s Aged and Disabled waiver. The A&D waiver provides an alternative to nursing home admission and covers services in specific Medicaid-approved assisted living facilities. The A&D waiver is not an entitlement program, so waiting lists should be expected.
To qualify for assisted living services under the A&D waiver, residents of Fort Wayne must be willing to live in a Medicaid-approved assisted living facility, have a monthly income of $2,313 or less and countable assets of no more than $2,000. Participants must also be assessed by a nurse and found to need assistance with three or more activities of daily living, which is the level of care provided in a nursing home.
To learn more about the Aged and Disabled waiver, contact the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration at (800) 457-8283.
Fort Wayne seniors who can’t live alone but don’t require nursing home level care may qualify for financial assistance through the state’s Residential Care Assistance Program. RCAP funds can cover room and board, care coordination, food, laundry and other select services in contracted assisted living facilities.
To qualify for RCAP, Fort Wayne residents must be at least 65 years of age or blind or disabled and a current Medicaid recipient or participant in the federal Supplemental Security Income program. They must also be willing to move to an assisted living facility that has an approved RCAP contract with the Indiana Division of Aging.
RCAP applications are available online, and they may be filled out by an applicant’s family, guardian or advocate. It’s also common for RCAP facilities to help applicants with the eligibility process.
For more information about the Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program, contact the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration at (800) 457-8283.
AIHS is a nonprofit, community-based organization that fosters dignity and independence for older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers. Services include advance care planning, safety programs, home support, a family caregiver center, and health, wellness and community engagement activities. AIHS
2927 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
(800) 552-3662
The Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs helps Hoosier veterans and their spouses and dependents obtain every benefit due to them. A network of service officers will provide information and prepare paperwork at no cost. Eligible beneficiaries may also utilize the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System. The Fort Wayne Campus has been proudly serving Indiana veterans with primary care, surgical specialty care and mental health clinics since 1950.
Indiana Department of Veterans’ Affairs
City County Building
1 East Main St., Room 106, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 449-7861
VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, Fort Wayne Campus
2121 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne, IN 46805
(800) 360-8387
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