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Assisted living costs in Merrillville average about $4,216 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 50 communities in Merrillville. Our detailed directory has 700 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Thomasville, Moultrie and Cairo.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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My loved one is currently a resident at Legacy Village of Tifton and the whole experience has been great for her so far. The staff, care services, and value for cost are great. The cleanliness and...
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.
Situated in the 'Friendly City' of Tifton, GA, Southern Care Assisted Living offers a unique and comfortable living experience. The community, which is located in Tift County, truly exemplifies all that is southern hospitality. Found just off of Interstate 75, US 41, Highway 319 and Highway 82,...
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Overall our experience with Century Pines has been a good one. It's a nice looking, clean community, the staff have all been very friendly and helpful. They've been very responsive to any issues that have...
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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My great aunt is a resident at the Orchard, and I must say I am very impressed with the care she has received. At first, we were worried about moving her somewhere new, but we knew we needed her to be...
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Very nice facility. Excellent staff. Rooms are well maintained Assisted living rooms are private rooms with full bathrooms. Highly recommended. My mother was resistant to the idea at first, as many people...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Maple Court Senior Living is set away from the road and nestled among hardwoods to provide a residential feel. Our tastefully decorated common areas are bright and pleasant places where residents make new friends, socialize, exercise, participate in activities or just relax.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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I would tell them that is a good place to take their mother. I think the friendliness and caring of the staff makes it the place to go. My mom says the food isn't very good, but at 89 and she has...
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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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.
Morningside of Albany offers all the character and comfort of home, as well as unique programs and resources designed to meet the total needs of both resident and their family. We offer a family atmosphere, assistance with daily living activities, nutritious dining plans, active and meaningful...

Cost of assisted living in Merrillville, GA

The average cost of senior living in Merrillville is $4,216 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Quitman, GA with an average of $4,101 per month.

Assisted living costs in Merrillville, GA, vs. state and national averages

Merrillville, GA
$4,216/mo
$4,661/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Merrillville, GA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,216/mo
$4,940/mo

Assisted living costs in Merrillville, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,335/mo
Studio
$4,140/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,960/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,988/mo

Senior living costs in Merrillville 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: Merrillville, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerrillville, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,216/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$4,940/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,248/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Merrillville, GA:$4,216/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Merrillville, GA:$4,940/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Merrillville, GA:$3,248/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Merrillville, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Merrillville and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Merrillville, GAGA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Merrillville, GA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Merrillville have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Merrillville, GA$4,357/mo$4,392/mo-0.8%
Georgia$4,223/mo$4,031/mo+4.8%
National$5,159/mo$4,922/mo+4.8%
Merrillville, GA
2024 average cost:$4,357/mo
2023 average cost:$4,392/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
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2024 average cost:$4,223/mo
2023 average cost:$4,031/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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2024 average cost:$5,159/mo
2023 average cost:$4,922/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merrillville, GA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Merrillville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merrillville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merrillville

Viva Senior Living at Albany

4.6
This is a place I would recommend you check out for your loved one. The staff are wonderful and friendly to work with. The staff communication has been great with the family. There are three meals a day served to the residents, and it is a dining room. If the resident doesn't like what is ...
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The Orchard at Stone Creek in Hahira, GA

4.4
When it comes to the meals and dining service the residents complain of having same meals over and over - family hasn't seen a menu posted. Other than church, we are not aware of activities other than once when the resident was asked to join a painting session. He declined. Value- considering ...
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Savannah Court of Camilla

5.0
It's a wonderful place. I have a large spacious room.

Merrillville review score based on 173 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 173 reviews of 50 Merrillville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merrillville review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Merrillville review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Merrillville, GA50 facilities
8.1
Cairo, GA12 facilities
7.8
Moultrie, GA39 facilities

Review subcategories for Merrillville assisted living

When assisted living 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 173 reviews of 50 Merrillville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merrillville resident and family assisted living 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.
Merrillville, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
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3.5
Care services
3.5
3.2
Staff
3.5
3.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Merrillville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrillville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrillville, 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 Merrillville assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Merrillville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Merrillville assisted living

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 Merrillville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrillville, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrillville assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merrillville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrillville, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Merrillville assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merrillville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrillville assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Merrillville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrillville, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
48%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46%
48%
Dances
Dances
42%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merrillville

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

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Southern Pines, A Charter Senior Living Community, Woodmont Senior Living and Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merrillville, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 50 assisted living facilities near Merrillville, Georgia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Merrillville, Georgia is Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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