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Merrillville Care Center

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Merrillville Care Center Spacious hallway with windows and wooden railings A therapy room with exercise equipment and a treatment table. Interior of the dining area with red tablecloths and chairs

Merrillville Care Center

8800 Virginia Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 View Map
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Overview of Merrillville Care Center

Located in Indiana, the Merrillville Care Center offers a comprehensive range of services, making it a prime destination for those seeking long-term care, outpatient therapy, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, memory care, and various therapeutic interventions. Boasting a spacious and well-maintained facility, it caters to both short and long-term residency needs, providing specialized care for conditions such as dialysis, stroke, and diabetes. The center excels in discharge planning, pain management, cognitive training, and offers IV therapy, ensuring a holistic approach to residents’ well-being.
In addition to its reliability in various aspects of care, Merrillville Care Center extends its services to include amenities like pharmacy services, dental care, and eye care. This makes it a versatile and dependable choice for those seeking a long-term care home, Alzheimer’s and nursing home, or senior living facility. Seniors choosing this center can be confident in their decision, knowing they have access to a facility that prioritizes their health and well-being in a spacious and caring environment.

(219) 736-1310
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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
Merrillville Care Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

Merrillville
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No
5
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Golden LivingCenter
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

Merrillville
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No
5
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Lincolnshire Health Care Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

Merrillville
100
No
33
MAJOR HOSPITAL
73.0%
+5%
Merrillville Care Center Merrillville Care Center
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: Merrillville
Pets Allowed: No
Golden LivingCenter Golden LivingCenter
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: Merrillville
Pets Allowed: No
Lincolnshire Health Care Center Lincolnshire Health Care Center
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: Merrillville
Bed Count: 100
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: MAJOR HOSPITAL
Occupancy: 73.0%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +5%
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Address 1.9 miles from city center — 0.49 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus)

Address 8800 Virginia Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

IN Specifics: Requires level-of-care determination.

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

General: Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).

Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).

IN Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

General: Age 65+, or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,004/month (including SSI).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

IN Specifics: ~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

IN Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.

IN Specifics: 16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

IN Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).

IN Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.

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