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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shelby County, IN

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Memory care in Shelby County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Shelby County is about $6,348 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 83 communities, read 2876 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Greenfield, Greenwood and Columbus.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I was recently in rehab and very pleasantly surprised at the wonderful care received. The PT department along with Occupational Health gave very individualized treatments and goals. Extremely clean facility....
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Story Cottages are the premier boutique memory care homes in Indianapolis and Carmel. These homes are the first of its kind, exclusive homes, embedded in picturesque residential neighborhoods. You will have peace of mind knowing that your loved one resides in a comforting private memory care...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Retirement and the next chapter ahead are about living life your way, with fewer everyday worries and more time for what you enjoy. At StoryPoint Danville, active adult living, assisted living, and memory care offer a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable and engaging.For those seeking a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Covered Bridge Health Campus, our warm, welcoming setting and five-star amenities are just part of what we have to offer. Located just one hour south of Indianapolis and one hour north of Louisville, Seymour, Indiana is a thriving industrial, commercial, and residential community. Residents...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The admission process is smooth and you can tell the staff care about the patients. The nurses and therapy staff have been amazing to my loved one and got them back up to speed in no time. Highly recommend!
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Cost of memory care in Shelby County, IN

The average cost of senior living in Shelby County is $6,348 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Paul, IN with an average of $6,232 per month.

Memory care costs in Shelby County, IN, vs. nearby counties

Shelby County, IN
$6,348/mo

Memory care costs in Shelby County, IN, vs. state and national averages

Shelby County, IN
$6,348/mo
$6,668/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Shelby County, IN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,348/mo

Memory care costs in Shelby County, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,062/mo
Studio
$6,535/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,203/mo

Senior living costs in Shelby County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shelby County, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelby County, INIndianaU.S.
Memory Care$6,348/mo$6,668/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,431/mo$4,849/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,873/mo$2,933/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Shelby County, IN:$6,348/mo
Indiana:$6,668/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Shelby County, IN:$4,431/mo
Indiana:$4,849/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Shelby County, IN:$2,873/mo
Indiana:$2,933/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Shelby County

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelby County

Clearvista Lake Health Campus in Indianapolis, IN

5.0
I ended up choosing this facility because I want my Mother to be close to me. The staff here is so friendly and they communicate with me about anything that happens to my mom. It’s really an upbeat community and it feels more like a hotel setting than assisted living. The facility itself is ...
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Bickford of Greenwood

4.0
My mom was a hospice patient for a month. They kept her clean and fed and tried to entertain her (although her mood was understandably depressed). It was expensive but it resolved our concerns about her care during a difficult time

Grand Victoria of Greenwood

5.0
My mom loves it here! All staff is very friendly. They are so helpful and willing to assist. One of things she liked is the brightness of the hallway. She also likes their food and the number of hours they are open. I gave her the opportunity to move when my dad passed but she preferred to ...
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Shelby County review score based on 519 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 519 reviews of 83 Shelby County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelby County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shelby County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shelby County, IN83 facilities
8.4
Hancock County, IN89 facilities
8.4
Johnson County, IN86 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelby County memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 519 reviews of 83 Shelby County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shelby County, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.6
Meals & dining
3.2
3.3
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
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Shelby County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shelby County memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Shelby County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelby County, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.1%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
78.3%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.2%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
79.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.3%
69.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby County memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shelby County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby County, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90.4%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
79.5%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
85.5%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.5%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shelby County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby County, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
74.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.3%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
57.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.3%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.9%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shelby County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby County, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
79.5%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
69.9%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
54.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Shelby County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby County, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
84.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.7%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.7%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.3%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.3%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.1%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.3%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.5%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
84.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
83.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
59%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.7%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Shelby County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Indiana memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Shelby County protect seniors.
Learn about Indiana memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Astral at Franklin, Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community and Magnolia Springs Bridgewater are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shelby County, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 83 memory care facilities near Shelby County, Indiana. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shelby County, Indiana are Magnolia Springs Bridgewater, Independence Village of Zionsville West and The Harrison. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 83 memory care facilities near you in Shelby County, Indiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shelby County, Indiana, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Shelby County, Indiana, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Shelby County, Indiana ranges from $$4,500 to $$6,348. The average Memory Care cost in Shelby County, Indiana is $6,348. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shelby County, Indiana typically starts at $$4,500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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