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Assisted living costs in Thayer average about $4,794 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 104 communities in Thayer. Our detailed directory has 2309 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 Autumn Trace Senior Communities Rensselaer
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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...
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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, 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 Dyer is located in Dyer, IN. This licensed assisted living community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Dyer is a part of Lake County, and it is beautiful in setting. Dyer offers the opportunity for residents and guests to spend time outdoors at one of the town’s parks....
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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.
Welcome HomeAutumn Trace is a privately-owned company with a history of operation in rural Indiana, specializing in a hands-on approach to catered independent and assisted living. With management close by, no issue is without a quick resolution and flexibility is always an option. We provide an...
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We can’t say enough about Riverside. The staff is just fantastic! The facility is bright and clean and warm and inviting. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The pricing is very fair for the industry 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.
Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care is an assisted living and memory care community located in Bourbonnais, IL in Kankakee County. Bourbonnais is about an hour south of Chicago. This vibrant town is known as the 'Village of Friendship,' and has many shops and restaurants. The Kankakee River...
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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 Miller Beach Terrace
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 Green Oaks of River Oaks
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of River Oaks community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all...
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Silver Birch is a fun place to live. You can meet new people, enjoy activities, play games, and have quiet time. You are treated with respect and your opinion is valued. The receptionist is the best,...
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, 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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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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.
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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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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.
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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 Joshua Arms
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.
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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.
Pioneer Gardens senior residents in the windy city access to a great assisted living community within the grand city of Chicago, IL. Located just a few blocks from Lake Shore Drive, residents can enjoy the lush green park areas next to the lake during spring and summer days and enjoy the many...
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When you first enter the building you are greeted by a friendly person who can answer any question you may have. Everywhere you go everything is pristine throughout the building. The nurses are very helpful...
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.
Alvernia Manor sits atop 80 beautiful acres in Lemont,Il, just southwest of Chicago. We first opened our doors in l971 as a nonprofit private pay home for seniors. We are operated by the School Sisters of St.Francis of Christ the King and we welcome seniors of all races and religions. Alvernia...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Thayer, IN

The average cost of senior living in Thayer is $4,794 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Crosse, IN with an average of $4,147 per month.

Assisted living costs in Thayer, IN, vs. nearby cities

Thayer, IN
$4,794/mo
$4,804/mo
$4,759/mo

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

Thayer, IN
$4,794/mo
$4,047/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,794/mo
$5,641/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,378/mo
Studio
$4,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,400/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,539/mo

Senior living costs in Thayer 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: Thayer, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThayer, INIndianaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,794/mo$4,047/mo$4,836/mo
Memory Care$5,641/mo$5,110/mo$5,606/mo
Independent Living$3,861/mo$3,251/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Thayer, IN:$4,794/mo
Indiana:$4,047/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Memory Care
Thayer, IN:$5,641/mo
Indiana:$5,110/mo
U.S.:$5,606/mo
Independent Living
Thayer, IN:$3,861/mo
Indiana:$3,251/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Thayer, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Thayer 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 Thayer, IN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Thayer 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
Thayer, IN$5,065/mo$4,532/mo+11.8%
Indiana$4,702/mo$4,551/mo+3.3%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Thayer, IN
2024 average cost:$5,065/mo
2023 average cost:$4,532/mo
Percent change:+11.8%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$4,702/mo
2023 average cost:$4,551/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thayer, 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 Thayer.

What families are saying about assisted living in Thayer

Recent reviews for assisted living in Thayer

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care, a CCRC in Kankakee, IL

5.0
Very good place to recover and all staff members were great. We picked this community, because it was close to home, heard good things about this community and it worked for me and my family.

Ascension Living Heritage Village in Kankakee, IL

5.0
Staff is very knowledgeable, my room was always clean, good is good, everyone is very helpful. i would highly recommend Heritage Village.

Thayer review score based on 483 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 483 reviews of 95 Thayer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Thayer 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

Thayer review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Thayer, IN95 facilities
5.4
Schneider, IN8 facilities
8.2
De Motte, IN102 facilities

Review subcategories for Thayer 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 483 reviews of 95 Thayer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thayer 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.
Thayer, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
3.9
Friendliness
4.2
4.0
Care services
3.9
3.6
Staff
4.1
3.9
Meals & dining
3.7
3.5
Activities
3.8
3.5
Value for cost*
3.7
3.6
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Thayer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thayer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thayer, 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 Thayer 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 Thayer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thayer, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.4%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.7%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.9%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.1%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.5%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.5%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Thayer 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 Thayer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thayer, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.4%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.7%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thayer 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 Thayer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thayer, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.8%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
50.5%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.5%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Thayer 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 Thayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thayer, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.6%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
45.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.6%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thayer 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 Thayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thayer, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.7%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.5%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.4%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.8%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.1%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.7%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.9%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.7%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
71.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
53.7%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.2%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.7%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thayer

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 Thayer protect seniors.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Thayer, Indiana are Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields, Clarendale of Mokena and StoryPoint Schererville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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