Best Senior Communities in Indiana

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Jan 2026
Over 10 homes analyzed

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Indiana Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Best known for its thriving manufacturing industry, Indiana, makes an ideal retirement destination, thanks to its affordability and accessibility. Residents are also guaranteed to receive plenty of retirement benefits and age-friendly services, promising the highest quality of life in their golden years. Additionally, several senior communities are available throughout the city, providing top-tier care and state-of-the-art amenities for residents’ special needs in retirement. The state is also filled with recreational sites, scenic landscapes, and a friendly community, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do and explore in their later years.

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Peabody Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

North Manchester
393
Yes
A+
22
THE ESTELLE PEABODY MEMORIAL HOME OF THE SYNOD OF LINCOLN TRAILS OF UN
-
$30,861,106.00
$9,864,303.00
32%
176.10
3/5
3.6268
2/5
2/5
5/5
4
33
3
-51%
+6%
-3%
67.6%
Canterbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Hospice Care

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Fort Wayne
142
No
A+
62
ANAND, MEETA
-
$11,853,249.00
$5,395,735.00
45.5%
110.70
5/5
3.0579
4/5
2/5
5/5
-
14
-
+50%
-11%
-4%
66.9%
Bickford of Crown Point
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Crown Point
82
Yes
-
46
BICKFORD OF CROWN POINT, LLC
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-9%
63.4%
Bloom at Kessler
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Indianapolis (Lake Kesslerwood)
86
Yes
-
47
BLOOM AT KESSLER LLC
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
+39%
96.5%
Bickford of Greenwood
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Greenwood
82
Yes
-
50
BICKFORD OF GREENWOOD, LLC
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-35%
45.1%
Morning Breeze Retirement Community & Healthcare Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Greensburg
86
No
A-
50
COLE, HOLLY
-
$8,357,278.00
$3,272,735.00
39.2%
55.00
5/5
3.3640
4/5
3/5
5/5
-
13
-
+18%
-2%
+9%
75.6%
Independence Village of Fishers East
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Fishers (Saxony Village)
87
Yes
A+
12
12950 TABLICK TENANT LLC
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-1%
69.0%
Hamilton Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Newburgh
115
No
A+
11
RIVERVIEW HOSPITAL
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
$16,634,987.00
$6,893,308.00
41.4%
93.80
1/5
3.6468
1/5
3/5
4/5
1
38
1
+38%
+6%
+5%
72.6%
Bickford of Carmel
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Carmel
82
Yes
-
11
BICKFORD OF CARMEL LLC
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-38%
42.7%
Hamilton Trace
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Fishers
210
No
-
33
CARDON MANAGEMENT COMPANY II LLC
Private Rooms
$28,899,320.00
$8,011,969.00
27.7%
100.60
3/5
3.8157
2/5
4/5
5/5
-
24
-
-29%
+11%
-28%
50.0%
Rolling Meadows Health and Rehabilitation
MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

La Fontaine
115
No
-
8
RIVERVIEW HOSPITAL
-
$11,838,487.00
$4,238,723.00
35.8%
87.20
5/5
3.3451
4/5
2/5
5/5
-
5
1
0%
-3%
+8%
74.8%
Greenwood Meadows
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Greenwood
169
Pets Allowed
-
0
MAIRE, ASHLEY
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
$19,324,011.00
$8,411,558.00
43.5%
146.60
5/5
2.8118
4/5
3/5
5/5
-
12
-
+54%
-18%
-4%
66.9%
Five Star Residences of Clearwater
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

RC

Respite Care

Indianapolis (Allisonville)
81
Yes
-
55
FVE EC LLC
1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
+14%
79.0%
Saint Anne Home and Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Fort Wayne
166
No
-
55
BAJOREK, MELANIE
-
$15,401,450.00
$8,670,569.00
56.3%
115.80
5/5
4.4472
4/5
4/5
5/5
-
19
-
+35%
+29%
+6%
73.7%
The Commons on Meridian
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Indianapolis (Meridian Hills/Williams Creek)
102
Yes
-
21
RESIDENTIAL CARE XVI, LLC
Apartments
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-51%
34.3%
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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

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
  • 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.
Virtual Tours & Videos

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Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

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Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

Check out our cost guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions from families.
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.

Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

Check out our cost guide.

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
  • 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.
Virtual Tours & Videos

Check out our photo album

Check out our virtual tours

Check out our home videos

Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

Check out our resident interviews

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