Page 3 of Best Memory Care in Fort Wayne, IN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 28 memory care providers in Fort Wayne, IN using IN Dept. of Health (IDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. 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.
Golden Years Homestead
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Fort Wayne
165
Facility 165
IN AVG 127
Rank #50 / 245
?Yes
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 36
Rank #243 / 275
1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 9
Rank #77 / 239
50.9%
Facility 50.9%
IN AVG 65.5%
Rank #182 / 236
-Shauna ShaferWoodlawn HospitalRhonda Chapman36
8
Facility 8
IN AVG 5
Rank #198 / 231
40
Facility 40
IN AVG 36
Rank #162 / 232
1.1
Facility 1.1
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #67 / 230
University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Fort Wayne
104
Facility 104
IN AVG 127
Rank #145 / 245
D+No
9
Facility 9
IN AVG 36
Rank #225 / 275
-
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 9
Rank #77 / 239
64.4%
Facility 64.4%
IN AVG 65.5%
Rank #128 / 236
-Tommi Jo PruittHenry County Memorial HospitalAlyssa Cochran51
14
Facility 14
IN AVG 5
Rank #228 / 231
99
Facility 99
IN AVG 36
Rank #226 / 232
1.9
Facility 1.9
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #148 / 230
The Towne House Retirement Community
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne
447
Facility 447
IN AVG 127
Rank #2 / 245
?Yes
38
Facility 38
IN AVG 36
Rank #118 / 275
----Hayley CarrBhi Senior Living, IncAngela Watson21
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #18 / 231
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #63 / 232
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #20 / 230
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (The Villas At Heritage Lakes)
110
Facility 110
IN AVG 127
Rank #137 / 245
?Yes---
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
IN AVG 65.5%
Rank #175 / 236
-Rodney CraftAdams County Memorial HospitalShona Kirkpatrick26
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #160 / 231
14
Facility 14
IN AVG 36
Rank #70 / 232
0.5
Facility 0.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #12 / 230
Lutheran Life Villages – The Village at Anthony Boulevard
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Anthony Wayne Village)
120
Facility 120
IN AVG 127
Rank #118 / 245
?No
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 36
Rank #184 / 275
--
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
IN AVG 65.5%
Rank #61 / 236
A+---8-
11
Facility 11
IN AVG 36
Rank #57 / 232
1.4
Facility 1.4
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #99 / 230
Coventry Meadows Assisted Living & Garden Homes
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Fort Wayne
--No
10
Facility 10
IN AVG 36
Rank #222 / 275
-
27
Facility 27
IN AVG 9
Rank #22 / 239
-A+-------
North Woods Village of Inverness Lakes
MC
AL
Fort Wayne
--No
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 36
Rank #184 / 275
Private Rooms--A+-------
BrightStar Senior Living of Fort Wayne
MC
AL
HC
SNF
Fort Wayne (Pine Valley)
--No
24
Facility 24
IN AVG 36
Rank #160 / 275
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Overview of Golden Years Homestead

Enjoy the retirement of your dreams at Golden Years Homestead, a distinguished community in Fort Wayne, IN, offering independent living. Featuring a variety of well-thought-out accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Routine maintenance and a 24-hour emergency response are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With restaurant-style dining, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community has plenty of amenities that aim to promote a vibrant and inviting environment for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare

With a 104-bed capacity, University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, offering skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, and respite care. The community ensures accessibility of care as needed, with 24-hour staffing. Residents also have access to rehabilitation services to help improve their mobility. Those with terminal illnesses or living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia also receive care through hospice and memory care.

The community also welcomes temporary stays for those whose primary caregivers need time away with respite services. With multiple levels of care, residents can stay even when their needs grow. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 58 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident.

Semi-private suites are offered, and occupancy is currently at 64.4%. Rehabilitation services also include orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, and stroke recovery, giving residents recovery-focused care related to those needs. Additionally, a spacious courtyard and patio give residents access to outdoor space, and a variety of dining options offers more than one setting or meal format. Henry County Memorial Hospital operates the community, with Goran Prentoski serving as administrator.

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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.

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Overview of Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne

Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Fort Wayne, IN. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially.

The home has 110 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned per resident. Rehabilitation services are available, and the community has Spiritual Life and Financial Options programs.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Pets are allowed, so a resident with a pet can continue living with that companion.

Rodney Craft is the administrator, and Adams County Memorial Hospital operates the community.

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Overview of Lutheran Life Villages – the Village at Anthony Boulevard

Lutheran Life Villages, the Village at Anthony Boulevard, delivers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home services in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The 120-bed setting allows residents to transition smoothly between care levels as their physical or memory support needs evolve. Staff handles tasks ranging from daily routine assistance to structured memory support in a secured space designed to prevent wandering. Daily nursing care time averages 4 hours and 25 minutes per resident.

Community facilities feature a crafts workshop, a theater, a hair salon, and a chapel for pastoral care. Residents can participate in organized exercise through Rock Steady Boxing, join group outings using community transportation, or attend scheduled social activities. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Older adults considering long-term housing options or short-term rehabilitation services can contact Lutheran Life Villages, the Village at Anthony Boulevard to inquire about current openings.

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Overview of Coventry Meadows Assisted Living & Garden Homes

Coventry Meadows Assisted Living & Garden Homes serves Fort Wayne, Indiana, as a 150-bed nursing home offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care in one community. Operating for 27 years, the home at 7833 West Jefferson Boulevard brings substantial experience to its operations and daily care delivery.

The facility runs at 84.7 percent occupancy and provides a direct care continuum. Nursing staff average 3.17 hours of care per resident day, giving occupants consistent access to diligent support. Respite care and outpatient therapy services extend the care available to those in the community. What sets Coventry Meadows apart is the Garden Homes component. These are maintenance-free units with full kitchens, designed for occupants who still want to prepare their own meals and stay independent rather than move to a fully assisted model. That option can be especially valuable for residents transitioning into senior care who value cooking and household autonomy as part of daily life. Residents and visiting families must drive for nearby errands and services, given that the community sits in a car-dependent area of Fort Wayne, with a Walk Score of 10. On-site, a salon and barber provide personal care services without requiring trips outside the building. Greggory Fuller serves as the facility’s operator, with Sherri Davies as the marketing vice president.

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Overview of North Woods Village of Inverness Lakes

A one-story residential community on Glencarin Boulevard in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is the North Woods Village of Inverness Lakes. It offers private room accommodations tailored to provide occupants with personal space in a supportive place. Situated in a car-dependent area with a walk score of 17, the neighborhood mirrors typical suburban Fort Wayne geography, where residents need personal transportation to reach most daily errands and services.

The facility’s single-level design makes it accessible for older adults needing residential support in a cozy, home-like environment. Private rooms offer each occupant their own personal space while maintaining a community-oriented setting. The location provides a calmer residential atmosphere versus busier commercial or downtown areas, which charms those preferring a neighborhood ambiance. The community’s location in a residential pocket of Fort Wayne makes it convenient for family members there wishing to regularly visit.

It’s recommended for families considering North Woods Village of Inverness Lakes to visit in person to tour private room options, meet staff, and get a sense of the daily cultures and amenities offered.

Contact North Woods Village of Inverness Lakes

Overview of BrightStar Senior Living of Fort Wayne

BrightStar Senior Living is tucked in the lush Pine Valley neighborhood of Fort Wayne, providing seniors with a beautiful and quiet atmosphere to call home. This tight-knit community offers assisted living and memory care services to meet the diverse needs of its residents. With round-the-clock care, residents can feel safe and well-cared for at all times. The facility offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans that are well-lit with large windows, providing a calm and collected space for residents to relax in. 

Its featured amenities are also impressive, including high-speed internet, kitchenettes, wheelchair-accessible showers, and respite stays are also offered. The facility also offers a range of housekeeping, laundry, and hairdressing services to ensure residents feel comfortable and well-cared for. Moreover, its existing outdoor common areas provide a serene and peaceful place for residents to unwind the beauty of nature.

Contact BrightStar Senior Living of Fort Wayne

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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Memory Care in Fort Wayne at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 29/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Fort Wayne, 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: 131The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Fort Wayne, IN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Fort Wayne, IN

What is the average cost of memory care in Fort Wayne, IN?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Fort Wayne, IN is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Fort Wayne, IN?

Memory care in Fort Wayne, IN typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Fort Wayne, IN?

Memory care communities in Fort Wayne, IN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does Indiana Medicaid cover memory care?

Indiana Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 28 memory care communities in Fort Wayne, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.