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Assisted living costs in Birchim average about $4,452 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 98 communities in Birchim. Our detailed directory has 1569 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as South Bend, Mishawaka and Chesterton.

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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Photo of Grand Regency of Southshore
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I recommend Coles Supportive Living to relatives concerned about their loved ones well being. I went there as my last resort when really it should have been my first. One of the staff members by the name of...
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.
Coles Supportive Living has been selected by the Illinois Department of Aging as one of the few Senior Care Facilities to be included in the State of Illinois Supportive Living Program. Coles Supportive Living Facility strives to promote dignity and independence for Seniors where a state-of-the...
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We have found the staff to be very caring and helpful. We live close so we are very involved and visit almost daily. The only negative would be the quality of food. It does not seem to come hot or look...
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.
Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an assisted living community located in the peaceful village of Lawton, Michigan. This beautiful and close-knit community is the perfect location for anyone looking for a comfortable and secure place to live.Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an...
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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.
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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Beautiful facility, clean, well staffed by attentive and communicative employees. Lovely setting. Very quiet. The food is overcooked and lacking in fresh vegetables, portions somewhat scant. Overall, our...
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.
Surrounded by rolling meadows, beautiful clusters of trees, ponds and wetlands, Woodland Terrace of Longmeadow is Southwestern Michigan's finest Senior Living Residence. Right off of US 31 at Niles/Buchanan Road, it is conveniently located within the Longmeadow development. Our location allows...
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Mom is doing very well here she is enjoying her new surroundings. The property is beautiful with spacious grounds and peaceful surroundings. The staff is awesome very kind and considerate and helpful. Mom is...
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.
Here are Woodlands Terrace we have two locations; Our Bridgeman, Michigan location is sitting on twelve acres or woods and dunes right next to Lake Michigan, while our Niles, Michigan location is surrounded by vast meadows, trees, and ponds. We are a Christian facility for senior living and...
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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.
Petronas Country Home Inc. is located in Baroda, MI in Berrien County. This residential care home provides the support that you need in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Berrien enjoy checking out the areas wineries and all that they have to offer. Petronas Country 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.
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Photo of The Milton Home
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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.
Photo of Four Flags Plaza
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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
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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.
Symphony of Chesterton is a licensed assisted living community that is located in Chesterton, IN. Chesterton is a part of Porter County, and it is a great place to live. Chesterton offers opportunities for residents and guests to get out and have some fun. Those who are visiting Chesterton and...
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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.
Providence Home By Fir offers quality, compassionate residential care home in Mishawaka, Indiana in an inviting and peaceful home-like atmosphere. By providing you with a more personalized and attentive care, we can optimize your wellness.Explore the caring community here at Providence Home By...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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.
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.
Photo of Caretel Inns of Lakeland
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Birchim, IN

The average cost of senior living in Birchim is $4,452 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Paz, IN with an average of $4,251 per month.

Assisted living costs in Birchim, IN, vs. state and national averages

Birchim, IN
$4,452/mo
$4,849/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Birchim, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,452/mo
$6,289/mo

Assisted living costs in Birchim, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,678/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,426/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,725/mo

Senior living costs in Birchim 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: Birchim, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBirchim, INIndianaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,452/mo$4,849/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,289/mo$6,668/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,917/mo$2,933/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Birchim, IN:$4,452/mo
Indiana:$4,849/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Birchim, IN:$6,289/mo
Indiana:$6,668/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Birchim, IN:$2,917/mo
Indiana:$2,933/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Birchim, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Birchim 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Birchim, IN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Birchim 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
Birchim, IN$4,718/mo$4,729/mo-0.2%
Indiana$4,771/mo$4,569/mo+4.4%
National$5,412/mo$5,210/mo+3.9%
Birchim, IN
2024 average cost:$4,718/mo
2023 average cost:$4,729/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$4,771/mo
2023 average cost:$4,569/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,412/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Birchim, IN

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 Birchim.

What families are saying about assisted living in Birchim

Recent reviews for assisted living in Birchim

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Sheffield Manor Assisted Living in Dyer, IN

4.8
We chose Sheffield Manor Assisted Living over other places that we looked at because it looked less "medical". What sticks out most here is the people. The community of people are very nice and accepting as well. I would recommend this facility to others.

The Elms at Michigan City

4.9
multiple Family members have lived here throughout the years, My aunt had to utilized their wonderful extensions of care due having dementia she was able to keep functionality with familiar friends and workers by transitioning from villa to the assisted side and finally to memory care where ...
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Birchim review score based on 314 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 314 reviews of 98 Birchim assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Birchim 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

Birchim review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Birchim, IN98 facilities
9.0
Portage, IN47 facilities
8.5
New Carlisle, IN97 facilities

Review subcategories for Birchim 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 314 reviews of 98 Birchim assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Birchim 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.
Birchim, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.4
Friendliness
3.8
3.5
Care services
3.5
3.2
Staff
3.7
3.4
Meals & dining
3.5
3.1
Activities
3.6
3.1
Value for cost*
3.5
3.1
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Birchim assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Birchim assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Birchim, 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 Birchim 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 Birchim that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Birchim, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.2%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.9%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Birchim 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 Birchim Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Birchim, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Birchim 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 Birchim partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Birchim, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.9%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Birchim 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 Birchim communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Birchim, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Birchim 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 Birchim offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Birchim, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
55.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.1%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Birchim

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 Indiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Birchim protect seniors.
Learn about Indiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Residences at Coffee Creek, Forest Glen Assisted Living and StoryPoint Granger are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Birchim, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 98 assisted living facilities near Birchim, Indiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Birchim, Indiana are Forest Glen Assisted Living, StoryPoint Granger and StoryPoint St. Joseph. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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