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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17 homes
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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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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Indiana state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Indiana score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total complaints filed or tracked in the state system for the facility in the reporting window. A volume metric—read alongside inspections and deficiencies.
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.
The Towne House Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne
447
Facility 447
IN AVG 116
Rank #2 / 431
Yes
38
Facility 38
IN AVG 40
Rank #279 / 551
----Hayley CarrBhi Senior Living, IncAngela Watson
94
Facility 94
IN AVG 83
Rank #53 / 393
11
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 290
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #88 / 318
1.2
Facility 1.2
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #67 / 318
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (The Villas At Heritage Lakes)
110
Facility 110
IN AVG 116
Rank #204 / 431
Yes--- 51.8% -Rodney CraftAdams County Memorial HospitalShona Kirkpatrick
85
Facility 85
IN AVG 83
Rank #158 / 393
17
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #202 / 290
14
Facility 14
IN AVG 36
Rank #97 / 318
0.8
Facility 0.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #32 / 318
Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Sand Point)
64
Facility 64
IN AVG 116
Rank #363 / 431
No
50
Facility 50
IN AVG 40
Rank #205 / 551
2 Bed
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #156 / 417
84.4% -Stephanie HilesRiverview HospitalKelly Glasser
86
Facility 86
IN AVG 83
Rank #149 / 393
15
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 5
Rank #128 / 290
19
Facility 19
IN AVG 36
Rank #127 / 318
1.3
Facility 1.3
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #72 / 318
Lutheran Life Villages – The Village at Anthony Boulevard
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Anthony Wayne Village)
120
Facility 120
IN AVG 116
Rank #166 / 431
No
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 40
Rank #409 / 551
-- 77.3% A+----8-
11
Facility 11
IN AVG 36
Rank #81 / 318
1.4
Facility 1.4
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #88 / 318
Park Place Senior Living
AL
MC
Fort Wayne
196
Facility 196
IN AVG 116
Rank #31 / 431
No
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 40
Rank #526 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 8
Rank #77 / 417
74.0% A+Kristin TownsleyPark Place II, LLCMaria Ellison
98
Facility 98
IN AVG 83
Rank #11 / 393
6
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 290
4
Facility 4
IN AVG 36
Rank #24 / 318
0.7
Facility 0.7
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #23 / 318
StoryPoint Fort Wayne West
AL
MC
Fort Wayne
146
Facility 146
IN AVG 116
Rank #99 / 431
Yes
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 40
Rank #496 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
IN AVG 8
Rank #121 / 417
69.9% C+Laura Lovell611 W County Line Rd South Tenant LLCEmiley Jewett
86
Facility 86
IN AVG 83
Rank #149 / 393
21
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #202 / 290
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #88 / 318
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #17 / 318
Brookdale Fort Wayne
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Statewood Park)
104
Facility 104
IN AVG 116
Rank #224 / 431
Yes
35
Facility 35
IN AVG 40
Rank #298 / 551
Studio / Alcove / Suite
48
Facility 48
IN AVG 8
Rank #7 / 417
35.6% A+Kristine LundquistFt Wayne In Opco 2 LLCRachael Bushell
91
Facility 91
IN AVG 83
Rank #85 / 393
7
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 5
Rank #101 / 290
9
Facility 9
IN AVG 36
Rank #63 / 318
1.3
Facility 1.3
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #72 / 318
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
AL
Fort Wayne
47
Facility 47
IN AVG 116
Rank #399 / 431
Yes
29
Facility 29
IN AVG 40
Rank #336 / 551
Suite
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 8
Rank #156 / 417
59.6% -Belinda BranhamFort Wayne Al, LLCSara Buckhalter
98
Facility 98
IN AVG 83
Rank #11 / 393
4
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 290
3
Facility 3
IN AVG 36
Rank #17 / 318
0.8
Facility 0.8
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #32 / 318
The Crossings at Covington Commons
AL
IL
RC
Fort Wayne (Times Corner)
106
Facility 106
IN AVG 116
Rank #215 / 431
Yes
53
Facility 53
IN AVG 40
Rank #193 / 551
1 Bed / 2 Bed- 65.1% -Heather ReichFive Star Covington LLCCarly Terhune
100
Facility 100
IN AVG 83
Rank #1 / 393
7
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #1 / 290
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 36
Rank #4 / 318
0.1
Facility 0.1
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #4 / 318
Silver Birch at Cook Road
AL
Fort Wayne
125
Facility 125
IN AVG 116
Rank #152 / 431
No
12
Facility 12
IN AVG 40
Rank #447 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 8
Rank #110 / 417
64.8% -John PeaCook Road Aal LPTanisha Cooper Thomas
89
Facility 89
IN AVG 83
Rank #106 / 393
23
5
Facility 5
IN AVG 5
Rank #169 / 290
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #88 / 318
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #17 / 318

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 17 analyzed for Allen County.

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Overview of The Towne House Retirement Community

Welcome to The Towne House Retirement Community have been providing exceptional care for seniors since 1965! As a non-profit organization based in Fort Wayne, they offer a range of services to meet the needs of their residents, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. The home’s compassionate team is very dedicated to providing the highest level of care and attention to people in their golden years.

Residents can stay active and healthy by taking advantage of the home’s  state-of-the-art fitness center or participating in some of the many social activities, like card and game gatherings or arts and music programs. Seniors can relax in their cozy library or take up a new hobby in our woodworking shop. They can even challenge their friends to a game of shuffleboard on the courts! At The Towne House, they also take care of all the little things so residents can focus on enjoying life. They provide housekeeping and home maintenance services, as well as transportation to make it easy for seniors to get around town.

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Overview of Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne

Enticing seniors with scenic views, Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne situated in Heritage is an idyllic senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community features a wide array of beautifully designed and cozy floor plans, encouraging seniors to customize their chosen residences for better comfort and familiarity. With its dedication to enhancing seniors’ well-being, Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne doubles its efforts to provide top-tier care and assistance for seniors’ daily activities to ensure they live without worries.

With its vibrant and friendly environment, the community fosters a blissful and well-engaged lifestyle. Moreover, residents gain valuable learnings and rediscover old interests through a robust calendar of fun activities and enjoyable events. Delight with delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne is ideal for seniors who want to live a worry-free retirement with its incredible amenities and tranquil spaces.

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Overview of Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center

At Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center, seniors can enjoy a secure and balanced lifestyle. The community focuses on residents and treats them like family, providing memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. For those dealing with memory impairment, Englewood offers a supportive environment that helps residents lead a purposeful and vibrant life. They provide cognitive stimulation and stress-free surroundings that make memory care easier for both residents and their families.

Residents can indulge in the comfort and luxury of well-appointed features and amenities, such as a family lounge, rehab center, salon, men’s social club, family support groups, and laundry services. Englewood also offers weekly church services and housekeeping, ensuring residents never have to worry about mundane tasks.

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Overview of Lutheran Life Villages – the Village at Anthony Boulevard

The Village at Anthony Boulevard is one campus within the Lutheran Life Villages organization, which has operated in Northeast Indiana for over 90 years. Located at 6701 S Anthony Blvd in Fort Wayne’s Anthony Wayne Village neighborhood, the 120-bed community is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one umbrella. Getting around the area requires a car; the Walk Score is 17, but Alliance Health Centers – The Bridge of Grace is just over a mile away for acute needs.

Current census sits at 95 residents across 120 beds, a 60.5% occupancy rate. The average length of stay is 178 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.

Memory care here is dedicated to residents with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and related conditions, offered at all-inclusive rates according to the facility. Beyond memory care, the community provides skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living, with rehabilitation and short-term rehab supported by a therapy staff that includes speech language pathologists, physical therapy aides and assistants, occupational therapy aides and assistants, and respiratory therapy technicians. A state-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program runs on-site, and the facility participates in clinical research trials. Nursing coverage is reported at 34 minutes of RN time per resident per day, 49 minutes of LPN/LVN time, and 2 hours 47 minutes of nurse aide time, for a total of 3 hours 42 minutes daily.

The Foster Grandparents program, Senior Living Apartments, and a structured Activity Program with a monthly calendar are active named programs. Dining covers gluten-free, vegetarian, low-sugar, and low-salt options under a licensed dietician. A chapel, theater, hair salon, and transportation round out the on-campus amenities, alongside pastoral care and volunteer opportunities. A Resident Council meets on a regular basis.

State inspections have focused on areas including medication management, care planning and documentation, and resident rights and protections.

Lutheran Life Villages – The Village at Anthony Boulevard is a multi-level CCRC campus with a long institutional history in Fort Wayne, a full spectrum of care from independent living through skilled nursing and memory care, and a clinical infrastructure that extends to on-site nurse aide training and research participation. Families considering it for a relative at any stage of care need should note that the campus is car-dependent and that occupancy runs below the state average, suggesting availability is generally not a barrier to placement.

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Overview of Park Place Senior Living

Park Place Senior Living is nestled on Park Place Drive in Fort Wayne, boasting a luxurious atmosphere and personalized care that goes beyond expectations. With a focus on independent living and assisted living. The facility caters to a wide range of individual needs and preferences. For those with memory impairments, Park Place Senior Living also offers specialized memory care services, providing residents with the care and attention they need to live a fulfilling life.

The facility’s licensed nursing staff is available around the clock to provide exceptional medical care and support to residents, while their state-of-the-art security system ensures residents feel secure and at ease. Its residents also have access to top-of-the-line amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, a serene chapel, courtyards, and a cozy patio area, along with a movie theater for entertainment. Additional services such as housekeeping and laundry, outings, and visiting specialists provide a comprehensive and compassionate approach to senior care.

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Overview of StoryPoint Fort Wayne West

Administered by Laura Lovell, StoryPoint Fort Wayne West is an assisted living and memory care community in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Operated by 611 W County Line Rd South Tenant, the 146-bed facility is part of the StoryPoint group, a senior living organization focused on creating warm environments where older adults can thrive while keeping independence and connection to others.

Operating for five years, the facility houses 102 residents, with a 70 percent occupancy rate. It’s housed in a three-story building in a car-dependent neighborhood with a Walk Score of 7, so a vehicle is required for most daily errands. StoryPoint Fort Wayne West offers assisted living and dedicated memory care programs, with 24-hour licensed support that trained care staff delivers. The home highlights holistic wellness via thoughtfully designed interiors, organized community spaces, and specialized programming tailored to occupants’ needs. Leading the clinical care team are medical director Shelene Ruggio and nursing director Emiley Jewett. The community prioritizes creating an accepting and inviting atmosphere where occupants can maintain personal growth and build meaningful friendships. Staff members are tagged as professional and compassionate, bolstering residents’ independence while ensuring they receive the care and assistance needed for daily activities.

State inspections have revealed some concerns that occupants and families must discuss during tours, including issues with fall prevention, medication management, and resident care practices. When touring StoryPoint Fort Wayne West, families can ask the team how these areas are actively managed and what safeguards are implemented. It maintains deficiency rates that compare favorably to state averages on multiple essential metrics.

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Overview of Brookdale Fort Wayne

Brookdale Fort Wayne provides exceptional service for seniors in assisted living and memory care services. The senior living home strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for their seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, the Fort Wayne community is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.

Life at Brookdale Fort Wayne is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone. Assisted living would cost a fair amount of money because it offers all-inclusive amenities and services already– spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, and transportation services; management pride itself on its approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with its remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service.

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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.

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Overview of The Crossings at Covington Commons

A very charming senior living community that offers a wide range of assisted living options with several floor plans available, Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne is able to create a home-like atmosphere where families can spend quality time together. They offer assisted living, independent living, and outpatient rehabilitation, with respite care services. As the name suggests, Five Star Residences offers high-quality senior-living experience that is established through their excellent service that many families from all over the country acclaim. A proud member of the Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne offers a stress-free senior living lifestyle for you and your pet.

Life at the Five Star Residences of Fort Wayne offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. Residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining that make the environment a place where friendships and memories bloom.

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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

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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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.