StoryPoint Schererville

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11.9 miles from city center

Description

StoryPoint Schererville, formerly known as Clarendale of Schererville, is a vibrant senior community nestled in the heart of Schererville, Indiana. They offer a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The dedicated team works with each individual at their own pace, creating personalized experiences tailored to their desires and needs. StoryPoint Schererville is a place where residents can shine.

At StoryPoint Schererville, it’s the small details that matter most. They understand that life’s little moments make a big difference, and every resident is welcomed into the StoryPoint family. Here, StoryPoint is committed to ensuring that every moment of every day is exceptional. It’s more than just a place to reside; it’s where community members truly shine, and StoryPoint is delighted to be part of this journey.

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Details

What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

Room Sizes 300 / 451-955 / 526-1227 sq. ft

Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type 3-story

Amenities

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care

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StoryPoint Schererville

Schererville

Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

N/A

Yes

Loving Care Cottages II

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Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

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.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home health services.

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.

Services: 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

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.

Services: Room/board, laundry, minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy).

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.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

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.

Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.

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.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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.

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

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Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home health services.

Indiana CHOICE

CHOICE Program

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

Services: Room/board, laundry, minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy).

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.

Indiana SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Eligibility

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.