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Assisted living costs in Starke County average about $3,960 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 106 communities in Starke County. Our detailed directory has 1429 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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 Cedarhurst of Dyer
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66 Floor plans available
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We toured this beautiful facility 2-years ago. This was the first place we looked at. I told a friend who's father was in assisted living that I was looking & she had all good things to say about his...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Dyer, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Dyer, Indiana, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for those...
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Photo of Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living
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My loved one was very active for the few months that he lived at Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living. I grieve thinking about it because he was so joyful and became a shining light there for many people. My...
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.
We are honored you or a loved one is considering Brentwood at Elkhart to experience life’s next chapter. At Brentwood at Elkhart, we strive to create a culture of caring.What makes Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living different?LOCATIONBrentwood at Elkhart is located in picturesqueElkhart,...
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Our loved one seems very happy with Aperion Estates, it seems like a really nice place compared to some of the other community in the area and even though all communities are extremely expensive this was...
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.
Peru Estates offers Medicaid Waiver as well as Private Pay. Our community sets on Grissom Air Force Base and offer large bright 1 bedrooms & 2 bedrooms apartment homes. Visit Peru Estates and experience the feel of living on Main Street and meet your neighbors. Please visit our website for...
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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 Autumn Trace Senior Communities Plymouth
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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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
It’s your life……so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Plymouth’s premier Assisted Living Community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a welcoming fireplace...
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.
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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
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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.
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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Photo of Primrose of Mishiwaka
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.
Photo of Autumn Trace Senior Communities Rensselaer
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
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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My mother resided at Pleasant Escape before needing to go into the nursing home. She was well taken care of while there. The staff provided three meals and snacks, cleaned her room , and did her laundry. ...
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 Holy Cross House
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 Silver Birch of Mishawaka
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, 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.
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.
It’s your life….…so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Wakarusa’s assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, our welcoming atmosphere...
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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 Providence Home by Fir
77 Photos available
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.
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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1111 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Symphony of Crown Point offers seniors a licensed assisted living community in Crown Point, IN that they can call home. This community provides an excellent location to those seniors who are looking for a safe and caring place to call home. Crown Point is a part of Lake County, and it offers much...

Cost of assisted living in Starke County, IN

The average cost of senior living in Starke County is $3,960 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bourbon, IN with an average of $3,248 per month.

Assisted living costs in Starke County, IN, vs. nearby counties

Starke County, IN
$3,960/mo
$3,428/mo
$3,594/mo

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

Starke County, IN
$3,960/mo
$4,008/mo
U.S. national average
$4,779/mo

Assisted living costs in Starke County, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,960/mo
$5,043/mo

Assisted living costs in Starke County, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,511/mo
Studio
$4,697/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,396/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Starke 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: Starke County, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStarke County, INIndianaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,960/mo$4,008/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,043/mo$5,061/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living$3,160/mo$3,197/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Starke County, IN:$3,960/mo
Indiana:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Starke County, IN:$5,043/mo
Indiana:$5,061/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Starke County, IN:$3,160/mo
Indiana:$3,197/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Assisted living costs in Starke County, IN, over time

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

Starke County, ININ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Starke County, IN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Starke County 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 median 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
Starke County, IN$4,778/mo$4,248/mo+12.5%
Indiana$4,805/mo$4,655/mo+3.2%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Starke County, IN
2024 average cost:$4,778/mo
2023 average cost:$4,248/mo
Percent change:+12.5%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$4,805/mo
2023 average cost:$4,655/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Starke County, 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 Starke County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Starke County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Starke County

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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Residences at Deer Creek in Schererville, IN

5.0
My sister lived here and we absolutely loved it. When we visited her, all she talked about was how wonderful the food was and couldn't believe how much better it was after being in the hospital for three weeks. The nursing staff were very attentive to all her needs and she found the visits from ...
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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.

Starke County review score based on 292 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 292 reviews of 93 Starke County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Starke County 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

Starke County review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Starke County, IN93 facilities
8.8
Knox, IN8 facilities
8.8
Hamlet, IN7 facilities

Review subcategories for Starke County 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 292 reviews of 93 Starke County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Starke County 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.
Starke County, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Starke County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Starke County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Starke 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 Starke County 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 Starke County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Starke County, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Starke County 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 Starke County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Starke County, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Starke County 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 Starke County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Starke County, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Starke County 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 Starke County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Starke County, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Starke County 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 Starke County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Starke County, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
59.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
43%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Starke County

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 Starke County protect seniors.
Learn about Indiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Residences at Coffee Creek, Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living and Wynnfield Crossing are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Starke County, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 106 assisted living facilities near Starke County, Indiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Starke County, Indiana are Residences at Coffee Creek, StoryPoint Schererville and Windward Pointe Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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