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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 40 senior living communities in Fort Wayne, IN using IN Dept. of Health (IDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior 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. 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
The Towne House Retirement Community
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne
447
Facility 447
IN AVG 138
Rank #2 / 129
Yes
38
Facility 38
IN AVG 37
Rank #101 / 222
--Hayley CarrBhi Senior Living, IncAngela Watson?21
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 5
Rank #9 / 117
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 36
Rank #32 / 118
0.6
Facility 0.6
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #16 / 118
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (The Villas At Heritage Lakes)
110
Facility 110
IN AVG 138
Rank #77 / 129
Yes--
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #82 / 120
Rodney CraftAdams County Memorial HospitalShona Kirkpatrick?26
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 5
Rank #95 / 117
14
Facility 14
IN AVG 36
Rank #35 / 118
0.5
Facility 0.5
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #9 / 118
Lutheran Life Villages – The Village at Anthony Boulevard
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne (Anthony Wayne Village)
120
Facility 120
IN AVG 138
Rank #70 / 129
No
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 37
Rank #162 / 222
-
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #30 / 120
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11
Facility 11
IN AVG 36
Rank #29 / 118
1.4
Facility 1.4
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #54 / 118
Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center
IL
NH
Fort Wayne
84
Facility 84
IN AVG 138
Rank #205 / 277
No
32
Facility 32
IN AVG 37
Rank #171 / 269
24
Facility 24
IN AVG 12
Rank #38 / 248
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #216 / 267
Isaac LenonMajor HospitalToni TomblinA+338591.8
Majestic Care of West Allen
IL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Fort Wayne
96
Facility 96
IN AVG 138
Rank #171 / 277
No-
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 12
Rank #137 / 248
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #59 / 267
Zachary KrumwiedPulaski Memorial HospitalKiara RobinsonC-367571.6
Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Wayne
137
Facility 137
IN AVG 138
Rank #55 / 129
Yes
9
Facility 9
IN AVG 37
Rank #195 / 222
43
Facility 43
IN AVG 12
Rank #13 / 128
78.1%
Facility 78.1%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #26 / 120
Alicia HolifieldPulaski Memorial HospitalPamela GrabbeC+43
10
Facility 10
IN AVG 5
Rank #115 / 117
40
Facility 40
IN AVG 36
Rank #96 / 118
0.9
Facility 0.9
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #25 / 118
The Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility
IL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Fort Wayne
77
Facility 77
IN AVG 138
Rank #223 / 277
No
68
Facility 68
IN AVG 37
Rank #56 / 269
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 12
Rank #137 / 248
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #224 / 267
Denise ArbuckleJohnson Memorial HospitalHeather HaileyB+265341.3
Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
IL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Fort Wayne
99
Facility 99
IN AVG 138
Rank #164 / 277
No
68
Facility 68
IN AVG 37
Rank #56 / 269
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 12
Rank #56 / 248
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #29 / 267
Jessica BatesJackson County Schneck Memorial HospitalTondra WrightC-5413781.4
Arbor Glen Independent & Assisted Living Community
IL
AL
Fort Wayne
133
Facility 133
IN AVG 138
Rank #59 / 129
Yes
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 37
Rank #176 / 222
1
Facility 1
IN AVG 12
Rank #81 / 128
67.7%
Facility 67.7%
IN AVG 63.4%
Rank #52 / 120
Mary BollingDutch Holdings, LLCKelly StudebakerC22
8
Facility 8
IN AVG 5
Rank #106 / 117
16
Facility 16
IN AVG 36
Rank #44 / 118
0.7
Facility 0.7
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #20 / 118
The Grand Marquis
IL
AL
Fort Wayne
162Yes 19 1 57.4% Jina RobbinsFt Wayne Opco LLCDenise SchockB204180.9

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IN independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 40 analyzed for Fort Wayne. See how we rank facilities

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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 Arbor Glen Independent & Assisted Living Community

Arbor Glen Independent & Assisted Living Community offers independent living and assisted living in Fort Wayne, IN. Independent living provides a private home with community services, without daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication. These two care levels can suit someone whose needs grow over time, allowing a move within the community without starting over socially.

The community has 133 beds and allows pets, so a resident can keep a companion animal after moving in. Mary Bolling serves as administrator, and Dutch Holdings operates the community. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need rehabilitation support.

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The Grand Marquis

300 E Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Overview of The Grand Marquis

The Grand Marquis is a 162-bed for-profit assisted living and residential care community located at 300 E. Washington Boulevard in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Managed by Ft. Wayne Opco LLC and administered by Jina Robbins, the community serves the Taylor Street neighborhood under License #24-013831-1, which is active through May 2026. The facility provides personalized assisted living with 24-hour staffing, medical direction led by Dr. David Ilo, and Director of Nursing oversight by Denise Schock.

The community operates under a state-licensed residential model, offering personal care services and 24-hour supervision. While the facility does not participate in federal CMS star ratings, current 2026 data indicate that the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent April 2025 complaint investigation. Occupancy is approximately 57%, with 93 of 162 beds currently filled, representing a gradual upward trend from previous years. The community focuses on a private-pay resident model and does not currently list Medicaid-certified beds.

Support is provided 24/7 by a professional team that coordinates senior fitness programming and wellness monitoring. The clinical model focuses on managing daily activities, though regulatory records from 2022 to early 2025 highlight past challenges in financial safeguard protocols, staff abuse-prevention training, and documentation consistency. Recent leadership has addressed historical infrastructure concerns—including boiler and pest control issues from 2022—and has implemented corrective actions regarding medication administration and family notification protocols. Current clinical oversight is designed to ensure residents receive scheduled personal care within a safe environment featuring grab bars and safety supports in all living spaces.

The facility features private and semi-private residential floor plans that allow for pets and include all utilities in the monthly service package. All-inclusive monthly services cover three daily meals, weekly housekeeping, and personal laundry.

Shared community spaces include social lounges and common areas designed for community-oriented urban living. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff and features recreational programming and senior-specific fitness activities. For medical appointments and local errands, the facility provides scheduled transportation to ensure residents remain connected to the downtown area.

Those seeking an affordable urban assisted living option with a focus on personal care support may find this community appropriate. Interested individuals should contact the administrator directly to discuss current financial protection protocols, fire drill practices, and staff training to assess 2026 quality performance firsthand.

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Overview of Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center

Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center is a nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing oversight and assistance with daily needs for residents who require more support than independent living. Sage Bluff may be a good fit for someone whose care needs call for daily nursing attention in a residential setting.

The community has 84 beds, making it a mid-sized nursing home without indicating a particular atmosphere among residents. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day, which represents the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care; Isaac Lenon serves as administrator, and Major Hospital operates the community.

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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 Majestic Care of West Allen

Majestic Care of West Allen is a nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, offering combined skilled nursing and long-term nursing care in a single community. The home is operated by Pulaski Memorial Hospital and administered by Zachary Krumwied, with Kiara Robinson serving as Director of Nursing and David Lentz as Medical Director. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care.

The community has 96 beds and currently runs at 83 percent occupancy. It has been operating for a year, and its services lean toward rehabilitation and recovery, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy alongside dedicated short-term rehab and respite care programs. That combination makes it a reasonable option for someone coming out of a hospital stay who needs focused therapy before returning home, as well as for residents who need longer-term nursing support.

Nursing staff provide close to three hours of hands-on care per resident each day, drawing on registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses working together. That level of staffing reflects a meaningful hands-on presence for residents who need regular clinical attention throughout the day.

State inspections of the home have centered on two broad areas: building systems and life safety, such as testing of sprinklers, doors, and electrical equipment, and resident care and environmental upkeep, including nutrition and food safety practices. Subsequent review found that the areas raised in earlier inspections had been addressed.

The home sits in a car-dependent part of Fort Wayne, so most errands and outside appointments will involve a drive rather than a walk. Families visiting from out of town should plan on having a car available during their stay in the area.

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Overview of Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne

Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Fort Wayne, IN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment, while independent living offers private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 137 beds and 78% occupancy, meaning most beds are occupied while some are available. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment routes; Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings do not cover it.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 39m per resident per day, representing the amount of nurse staffing assigned to each resident across a day. Short term stays, respite care, rehabilitation services, and short term rehabilitation support temporary stays for recovery or for a family caregiver who needs time away. Pets are allowed. Alicia Holifield serves as administrator, while Pulaski Memorial Hospital operates the community.

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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 Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Situated in Fort Wayne, IN, Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offers nursing home care, nursing care, skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, and respite care. The community can accommodate various needs, including those seeking a short-term stay and older adults with life-limiting or memory-related conditions. 24-hour staffing is also available, ensuring residents have access to care whenever needed.

The home has 99 beds with 90% occupancy. Residents also receive a total of 3 hours and 50 minutes of nursing care per day. Additionally, short-term rehabilitation includes orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, and stroke recovery, with therapy focused on regaining function after an orthopedic event, cardiac condition, or stroke. A Discharge Concierge program also supports residents as they move from the community to their next setting.

Along with semi-private suites, a courtyard, a patio, and family lounges are also available on-site. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, with Medicare applying to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help cover eligible long-term care. Jackson County Schneck Memorial Hospital operates the community, with Jessica Bates serving as administrator. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 68 makes the area somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident may not need a car for every nearby trip.

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Overview of The Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility

The Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Fort Wayne, IN. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports end-of-life needs, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief alongside serious illness care, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Short-term and long-term rehabilitation services are available for residents recovering from an illness, injury, or procedure, with rehabilitation included among the facility’s care offerings. Programs include Comprehensive Wound Care and Respiratory Services, addressing wound and breathing-related care needs. The facility has 77 beds, giving families a clear sense of its licensed capacity.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of daily nurse staffing assigned to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted; Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

A Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Cindy Lawson serves as administrator, and Johnson Memorial Hospital operates the facility. The range of services may suit someone who needs skilled nursing or memory care, or a family seeking short-term respite while a primary caregiver travels or recovers.

Contact The Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility

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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Senior Living in Fort Wayne at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 30/ 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: 128The 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 Senior Living in Fort Wayne, IN

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 40 senior living communities in Fort Wayne, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community 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 senior living communities 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.