Penelope 60 Senior Apartments
Senior Living & Independent Living · Mishawaka, IN

Penelope 60 Senior Apartments

Senior Living & Independent Living · Mishawaka, Indiana

Overview of Penelope 60 Senior Apartments

Spend a blissful retirement at Penelope 60 Senior Apartments, a blissful community in Mishawaka, IN, offering independent living. The community is specially designed for older adults with low incomes, ensuring they can downsize without hassles. With on-site maintenance and management, residents can keep their peace of mind and live without hassles.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please with plenty of recreational and wellness opportunities. With a full kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s beautifully landscaped grounds, alongside amenities like the library, arts and crafts room, and fitness center, ensure residents make the most of their golden years.

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Types of Care at Penelope 60 Senior Apartments

Independent Living
Walk Score
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #172 / 588Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd out of 588 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 540 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Senior Living in Indiana

Penelope 60 Senior Apartments is located in Mishawaka, Indiana.
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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).
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Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
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Limited funding; regional variation.

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In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General 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).
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~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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).
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Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
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.
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16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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
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High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Penelope 60 Senior Apartments

Is Penelope 60 Senior Apartments in a walkable area?

Penelope 60 Senior Apartments has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the address of Penelope 60 Senior Apartments?

Penelope 60 Senior Apartments is located at 810 S Merrifield Ave, Mishawaka, IN 46544.

What is the phone number of Penelope 60 Senior Apartments?

(574) 252-4466 will put you in contact with the team at Penelope 60 Senior Apartments.

Is Penelope 60 Senior Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Penelope 60 Senior Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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