Best Assisted Living in Allen County, IN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 17 assisted living communities in Allen County, IN using IN Dept. of Health (IDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in IN
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Info below is compiled from the IN Dept. of Health (IDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Name of the director of nursing on record, when the state publishes this field.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Complaints the state investigated and upheld, as published in the state record.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Park Place Senior Living
AL
MC
Fort Wayne
196
Facility 196
IN AVG 125
Rank #26 / 251
A+No
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 35
Rank #287 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 8
Rank #49 / 248
74.0%
Facility 74.0%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #73 / 240
A+Kristin TownsleyPark Place II, LLCMaria Ellison8
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #25 / 240
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 36
Rank #24 / 241
0.5
Facility 0.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #21 / 239
Lincolnshire Place
AL
MC
Fort Wayne
50
Facility 50
IN AVG 125
Rank #227 / 251
A+No
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 35
Rank #297 / 301
-
9
Facility 9
IN AVG 8
Rank #63 / 248
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #30 / 240
-Tyler WeilbakerMcci Of Indiana, LLCDiana Slate10
0
Facility 0
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 240
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 36
Rank #9 / 241
0.2
Facility 0.2
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #5 / 239
Brookdale Fort Wayne
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Statewood Park)
104
Facility 104
IN AVG 125
Rank #152 / 251
B+Yes
35
Facility 35
IN AVG 35
Rank #138 / 301
Studio / Alcove / Suite
48
Facility 48
IN AVG 8
Rank #3 / 248
35.6%
Facility 35.6%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #230 / 240
A+Kristine LundquistFt Wayne In Opco 2 LLCRachael Bushell10
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 5
Rank #114 / 240
9
Facility 9
IN AVG 36
Rank #60 / 241
0.9
Facility 0.9
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #58 / 239
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
AL
Fort Wayne
47
Facility 47
IN AVG 125
Rank #231 / 251
AYes
29
Facility 29
IN AVG 35
Rank #156 / 301
Suite
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #142 / 248
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #144 / 240
-Belinda BranhamFort Wayne Al, LLCSara Buckhalter7
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #25 / 240
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 36
Rank #18 / 241
0.4
Facility 0.4
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #14 / 239
Georgetowne Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Wayne
280
Facility 280
IN AVG 125
Rank #8 / 251
ANo
20
Facility 20
IN AVG 35
Rank #192 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed
20
Facility 20
IN AVG 8
Rank #32 / 248
48.6%
Facility 48.6%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #188 / 240
-Renee KreinbrinkCsl Georgetowne LLC-12
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 5
Rank #64 / 240
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 36
Rank #24 / 241
0.3
Facility 0.3
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #9 / 239
The Crossings at Covington Commons
AL
IL
RC
Fort Wayne (Times Corner)
106
Facility 106
IN AVG 125
Rank #146 / 251
A+Yes
53
Facility 53
IN AVG 35
Rank #81 / 301
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
65.1%
Facility 65.1%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #117 / 240
-Heather ReichFive Star Covington LLCCarly Terhune9
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #25 / 240
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 36
Rank #6 / 241
0.1
Facility 0.1
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #4 / 239
Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Sand Point)
64
Facility 64
IN AVG 125
Rank #215 / 251
A-No
50
Facility 50
IN AVG 35
Rank #88 / 301
2 Bed
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #142 / 248
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #26 / 240
-Mallory ZehrRiverview HospitalKelly Glasser24
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 5
Rank #134 / 240
19
Facility 19
IN AVG 36
Rank #115 / 241
0.8
Facility 0.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #52 / 239
StoryPoint Fort Wayne West
AL
MC
Fort Wayne
146
Facility 146
IN AVG 125
Rank #71 / 251
B-Yes
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 35
Rank #268 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IN AVG 8
Rank #79 / 248
69.9%
Facility 69.9%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #98 / 240
C+Laura Lovell611 W County Line Rd South Tenant LLCEmiley Jewett22
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #184 / 240
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #82 / 241
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #33 / 239
Silver Birch at Cook Road
AL
Fort Wayne
125
Facility 125
IN AVG 125
Rank #109 / 251
B+No
12
Facility 12
IN AVG 35
Rank #231 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed
8
Facility 8
IN AVG 8
Rank #69 / 248
64.8%
Facility 64.8%
IN AVG 63.6%
Rank #119 / 240
-Nathan JacksonCook Road Aal LPTanisha Cooper Thomas24
5
Facility 5
IN AVG 5
Rank #164 / 240
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #82 / 241
0.5
Facility 0.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #21 / 239
The Towne House Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne
447
Facility 447
IN AVG 125
Rank #2 / 251
?Yes
38
Facility 38
IN AVG 35
Rank #123 / 301
----Hayley CarrBhi Senior Living, IncAngela Watson21
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #25 / 240
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #82 / 241
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #33 / 239

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IN assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 17 analyzed for Allen County. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Park Place Senior Living

Park Place Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Fort Wayne, IN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, while memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering. Offering both care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 196 beds, and its starting price is $3,850. Medicaid is accepted, which gives families an additional way to pay when a resident qualifies for that coverage. Residents can use rehabilitation services without arranging care at another location, and the community also has a salon and spa, chef-prepared meals including special diets, transportation, religious services, and the Mi-Waiver Medicaid program. Kristin Townsley serves as administrator, and Park Place Ii operates the community.

Starting Price $3,850/Month

Contact Park Place Senior Living

Overview of Lincolnshire Place

Lincolnshire Place provides assisted living and memory care in Fort Wayne, IN. Assisted living residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment; memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The community has 50 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents get to know each other. With both care levels on one campus, Lincolnshire Place may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community. Tyler Weilbaker serves as administrator, and Mcci Of Indiana operates the community.

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Overview of Brookdale Fort Wayne

Brookdale Fort Wayne offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and continuing care retirement community services in Fort Wayne, IN. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Several care levels are available within one community. Brookdale Fort Wayne may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving between levels can happen without leaving the community. The community has 104 beds and offers studio, alcove, and suite housing options, with starting monthly prices ranging from $3,370 to $4,310. Families therefore have an initial monthly budget range for the available living arrangements.

A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car-dependent category, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need one for those trips. Pets are allowed, and pet-friendly apartments accommodate residents who want to keep a pet in the community; on-campus beauty and barber shops provide grooming services without requiring a trip away. Kristine Lundquist serves as the administrator, and Ft Wayne In Opco 2 operates Brookdale Fort Wayne.

Starting Price $3,370 - $4,310/Month

Contact Brookdale Fort Wayne

Overview of Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne

Opened in the past year, Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne is a newer assisted living community at 2116 Butler Rd in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It operates a one-story building with 47 suites, currently serving 28 residents at 60 percent occupancy. Under the operating company Fort Wayne AL, the home administered by Belinda Branham welcomes pets, making it a good fit for occupants with animal companions.

The neighborhood around Butler Rd scores 29 for walkability. In turn, some nearby services are walkable, but most activities and errands demand driving. This setting captivates families and residents preferring a quieter, suburban location with ample parking and a more residential feel. As a newer facility, Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne offers a fresh physical environment for occupants wanting independent and assisted living arrangements. The home’s single-story design is pragmatic for residents with mobility considerations, and the suite-based housing provides individual space in a community setting.

Contact Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne

Georgetowne Place

1717 Maplecrest Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815
Overview of Georgetowne Place

Georgetowne Place offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Fort Wayne, IN. Independent living gives residents a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication without requiring them to leave their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 280 beds, Georgetowne Place is a larger community, with more residents, more staff, and more programming. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community. Renee Kreinbrink serves as the administrator, and Csl Georgetowne operates the community.

Contact Georgetowne Place

Overview of The Crossings at Covington Commons

The Crossings at Covington Commons in Fort Wayne, IN, supplies independent living, assisted living, and respite care options. Independent living pairs private housing with community perks, while assisted living assists with daily routines like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Respite care delivers short-term stays to support primary caregivers needing time off.

Five Star Covington operates this 106-bed community under administrator Heather Reich. Located in the Times Corner area, floor plans include one-bedroom and two-bedroom units that accommodate single residents or couples. Transitioning between care levels is straightforward as health needs change over time.

Pets are welcome on site. A walk score of 53 indicates a moderately walkable area, allowing residents without a vehicle to complete select errands nearby on foot.

Prospective residents seeking flexible housing arrangements can reach out to Crossings at Covington Commons to gather details or arrange a tour.

Contact The Crossings at Covington Commons

Overview of Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center

Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living helps residents with bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Secured memory care provides specialized supervision for those prone to wandering, allowing individuals to move between support levels as health needs evolve.

The 64-bed center averages 3 hours and 59 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. On-site perks include a salon, transportation options, and short-term rehabilitation or respite care for temporary relief.

Private pay and Medicare are accepted, with Medicare covering short-term post-hospital stays. A walk score of 50 allows for a few nearby errands independently.

Prospective residents exploring care options in Fort Wayne can contact Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center to request pricing or schedule a tour.

Contact Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of StoryPoint Fort Wayne West

StoryPoint Fort Wayne West provides assisted living and memory care in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 146 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences; the two-bedroom option can suit a couple moving together, and pets are allowed so residents can continue living with a pet. Laura Lovell serves as administrator, and 611 W County Line Rd South Tenant operates the community.

Contact StoryPoint Fort Wayne West

Overview of Silver Birch at Cook Road

Silver Birch at Cook Road is an assisted living community at 3731 West Cook Road on the west side of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Operating for seven years, the three-story, 125-bed community currently serves around 81 residents. It’s operated by Cook Road Aal Lp under John Pea’s administration.

The car-dependent neighborhood has a Walk Score of 12, meaning most daily errands and appointments require driving. This setting is typical of suburban Fort Wayne and may attract residents and families wanting a calmer, residential feel away from the city’s busier central areas. At the current occupancy of 65 percent, the home has availability and can discuss placement with prospective residents and their families.

State inspections have centered on pest control and environmental management, with occasional findings about communication and documentation practices. The facility has attended to these matters, and recent inspection cycles show sustained compliance with state standards.

A grounded next step to see the space firsthand, learn about daily activities and dining options, and discuss any care support or services that may be vital to a loved one’s needs is for families considering this community to tour in person.

Contact Silver Birch at Cook Road

Overview of The Towne House Retirement Community

The Towne House Retirement Community offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Fort Wayne, IN. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Because multiple care levels are available, the community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. With 447 beds, The Towne House Retirement Community has more residents and staff, along with usually more programming, than a smaller community. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet while living there.

The community accepts Medicare and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 5h 49m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Hayley Carr serves as the administrator, and Bhi Senior Living operates the community.

A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need one for those trips.

Contact The Towne House Retirement Community

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Allen County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 25/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Allen County, IN. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 150The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Allen County, IN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Allen County, IN

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Indiana?

Assisted living in Indiana supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Indiana?

Assisted living in Indiana is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Indiana Medicaid cover assisted living?

Indiana Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Indiana) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 17 assisted living facilities in Allen County, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Allen County, IN?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Allen County, IN, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Allen County, IN?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.