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Compare Nursing Homes around Fort Wayne (Metro Area) The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
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| Canterbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fort Wayne | 142 |
78.9%
Facility
78.9%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#69 / 269 | +14% | 3.06
Facility
3.06
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#174 / 267 | +50% | -11% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 14
Facility
14
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#57 / 268 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#37 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 111 | A+ |
62
Facility
62
IN AVG
37
Rank
#17 / 100 | Anand, Meeta | $13.8M
Facility
$13.8M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#117 / 267 | $5.4M
Facility
$5.4M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#72 / 267 | 39%
Facility
39%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#73 / 267 | 155656 | ||||
| Saint Anne Home and Retirement Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fort Wayne | 278 |
39.6%
Facility
39.6%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#247 / 269 | -43% | 4.45
Facility
4.45
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#29 / 267 | +35% | +29% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 19
Facility
19
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#108 / 268 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#98 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 116 | - |
55
Facility
55
IN AVG
37
Rank
#27 / 100 | Bajorek, Melanie | $15.5M
Facility
$15.5M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#62 / 267 | $8.7M
Facility
$8.7M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#12 / 267 | 55.9%
Facility
55.9%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#25 / 267 | 155349 | ||||
| Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fort Wayne (Sand Point) | 64 |
84.4%
Facility
84.4%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#48 / 269 | +22% | 3.86
Facility
3.86
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#56 / 267 | -17% | +12% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 6
Facility
6
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#14 / 268 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#4 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 52 | - |
50
Facility
50
IN AVG
37
Rank
#32 / 100 | Riverview Hospital | $7.7M
Facility
$7.7M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#191 / 267 | $2.9M
Facility
$2.9M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#197 / 267 | 37.1%
Facility
37.1%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#153 / 267 | 155654 | ||||
| Lutheran Life Villages – The Village at Anthony Boulevard |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fort Wayne (Anthony Wayne Village) | 249 |
60.5%
Facility
60.5%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#161 / 269 | -13% | 3.69
Facility
3.69
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#67 / 267 | -37% | +7% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 8
Facility
8
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#23 / 268 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#5 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 93 | - |
17
Facility
17
IN AVG
37
Rank
#71 / 100 | Kiefer, Alexander | $18.4M
Facility
$18.4M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#49 / 267 | $7.8M
Facility
$7.8M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#21 / 267 | 42.3%
Facility
42.3%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#64 / 267 | 155586 | ||||
| Majestic Care of Fort Wayne |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fort Wayne (Lake Shores) | 70 |
98.6%
Facility
98.6%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#3 / 269 | +42% | 2.13
Facility
2.13
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#267 / 267 | -36% | -38% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 8
Facility
8
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#23 / 268 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#5 / 268 | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.8 | 69 | - |
23
Facility
23
IN AVG
37
Rank
#64 / 100 | Majestic Care Of Fort Wayne Llc | $10.1M
Facility
$10.1M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#149 / 267 | $2.6M
Facility
$2.6M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#216 / 267 | 26.1%
Facility
26.1%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#256 / 267 | 155359 | ||||
| Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Fort Wayne | 84 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#217 / 269 | -28% | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#144 / 267 | - | - | - | - | - | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#108 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#47 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 42 | - |
32
Facility
32
IN AVG
37
Rank
#55 / 100 | Major Hospital | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#192 / 267 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#169 / 267 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#79 / 267 | - |
| Signature HealthCARE of Fort Wayne | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne (Corporate Drive) | - | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
69.4% | - | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
3.44 | - | - | - | - | - | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
25.0 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
4.1 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | - | - |
33
Facility
33
IN AVG
37 | - | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
$10.7M | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
$4.2M | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
42% | - |
| Life Care Center of Fort Wayne |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne (Northside) | 115 |
73.0%
Facility
73.0%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#106 / 269 | +5% | 3.30
Facility
3.30
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#144 / 267 | +134% | -4% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 3
Facility
3
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#4 / 268 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#1 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 82 | - |
64
Facility
64
IN AVG
37 | Fort Wayne Operations Llc | $10.1M
Facility
$10.1M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#150 / 267 | $3.9M
Facility
$3.9M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#140 / 267 | 38.8%
Facility
38.8%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#131 / 267 | 155266 | ||||
| Lutheran Life Villages |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | 84 |
97.6%
Facility
97.6%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#4 / 269 | +41% | 4.22
Facility
4.22
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#37 / 267 | +23% | +23% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 8
Facility
8
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#23 / 268 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#22 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 80 | - |
9
Facility
9
IN AVG
37 | Kiefer, Alexander | $13.9M
Facility
$13.9M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#90 / 267 | $5.0M
Facility
$5.0M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#85 / 267 | 36%
Facility
36%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#146 / 267 | 155800 | ||||
| Ashton Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | 139 |
79.9%
Facility
79.9%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#65 / 269 | +15% | 3.44
Facility
3.44
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#123 / 267 | -31% | 0% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 15
Facility
15
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#67 / 268 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#32 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 110 | - |
1
Facility
1
IN AVG
37 | Grindstaff, Aaron | $20.0M
Facility
$20.0M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#23 / 267 | $6.2M
Facility
$6.2M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#49 / 267 | 30.9%
Facility
30.9%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#225 / 267 | 155798 | ||||
| Majestic Care of West Allen |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | 96 |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#53 / 269 | +20% | 2.83
Facility
2.83
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#220 / 267 | -54% | -18% | 0
Facility
0
IN AVG
0.4 | 14
Facility
14
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#57 / 268 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#16 / 268 | -
Facility
-
IN AVG
0.8 | 78 | - |
0
Facility
0
IN AVG
37 | Rafalski, Rosemarie | $12.5M
Facility
$12.5M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#102 / 267 | $3.0M
Facility
$3.0M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#194 / 267 | 23.8%
Facility
23.8%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#260 / 267 | 155322 | ||||
| Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | 137 |
75.2%
Facility
75.2%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#93 / 269 | +8% | 3.49
Facility
3.49
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#99 / 267 | +18% | +2% | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.4 | 26
Facility
26
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#149 / 268 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#57 / 268 | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.8 | 109 | - |
9
Facility
9
IN AVG
37 | Kingston Care Center Of Fort Wayne, Llc | $16.5M
Facility
$16.5M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#61 / 267 | $7.4M
Facility
$7.4M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#24 / 267 | 44.7%
Facility
44.7%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#62 / 267 | 155479 | ||||
| University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | 104 |
64.4%
Facility
64.4%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#150 / 269 | -7% | 2.74
Facility
2.74
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#232 / 267 | -30% | -20% | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.4 | 36
Facility
36
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#201 / 268 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#83 / 268 | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.8 | 66 | - |
9
Facility
9
IN AVG
37 | University Park Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, Llc | $11.6M
Facility
$11.6M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#113 / 267 | $3.3M
Facility
$3.3M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#174 / 267 | 28.5%
Facility
28.5%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#242 / 267 | 155567 | ||||
| Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | 99 |
88.9%
Facility
88.9%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#25 / 269 | +28% | 3.07
Facility
3.07
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#174 / 267 | -61% | -11% | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.4 | 37
Facility
37
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#209 / 268 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#80 / 268 | 1
Facility
1
IN AVG
0.8 | 84 | - |
68
Facility
68
IN AVG
37 | Chateau Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, Llc | $14.5M
Facility
$14.5M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#84 / 267 | $4.4M
Facility
$4.4M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#116 / 267 | 30.4%
Facility
30.4%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#221 / 267 | 155249 |
Majestic Care of West Allen provides compassionate skilled nursing care. It offers a warm, welcoming environment and highly individualized care. Services include long-term care, post-surgical services, and various therapies.
University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It offers a range of services including orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, stroke recovery, respite care, and discharge concierge. The facility is committed to providing excellent care and support to its residents.
Lutheran Life Villages is a senior living community in Northeast Indiana. It offers a variety of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation. The community focuses on empowering seniors to live fulfilling lives with a supportive environment.
Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is located in Fort Wayne, IN. It offers a range of services including orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, stroke recovery, respite care, memory care, and discharge concierge. The center is committed to providing excellent care through a dedicated nursing team and specialized therapy services.
Ashton Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center is a senior living community located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It offers personalized, resident-focused care with a commitment to restoring residents to their highest potential through compassionate medical care. The community provides a full suite of services and amenities to meet the needs and wants of its residents.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating
Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Who we are
Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way
We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Fort Wayne, IN
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 nursing home care?
Yes — Indiana Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 15 nursing homes in Fort Wayne, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Fort Wayne, 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 Fort Wayne, 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 nursing homes in Fort Wayne, 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.
