Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina
Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina
The Gardens on Carolina, situated in Gary, Indiana, has been meticulously designed to cater to the specific needs of elderly individuals. All apartments are accessible through interior corridors, ensuring the highest level of security and ease of access via elevators and stairs. This community features highly efficient floor plans, energy-conscious architectural solutions, and a range of top-quality amenities to enhance the comfort and well-being of senior residents. The three-story design minimizes walking distances with shortened corridors on each floor, providing a senior-friendly environment that prioritizes security and mobility. The building layout has been thoughtfully organized, offering adjacent parking facilities for the convenience, safety, and accessibility of residents.
Volunteers of America, a prominent national leader in senior care and housing, is committed to providing outstanding housing options for seniors across the United States. Their focus in Indiana is empowering senior citizens to maintain their cherished independence. Their dedication to service-enriched housing ensures seniors enjoy the quality of life they desire and deserve. Volunteers of America offers senior residents the opportunity to lead fulfilling lives while gracefully aging in a secure and supportive environment.
37-bed community Rank #422 / 435Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 422nd out of 435 homes in Indiana for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #275 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th out of 587 homes in Indiana for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Specific ProgramsMeals Programs, Aging with Options, Skilled Nursing Facility / Memory Care
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-storey
Transportation Services
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0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gary's city center to Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.59 miles to nearest hospital (St. Catherine Hospital)
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Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina is located in Gary, Indiana.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina
What neighborhood is Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina in?
Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina is in the Emerson neighborhood.
Is Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina in a walkable area?
Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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What is the address of Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina?
Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina is located at 521 Carolina St, Gary, IN 46402.
What is the phone number of Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina?
(219) 951-0534 will put you in contact with the team at Volunteers of America The Gardens on Carolina.
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