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10 Best Nursing Homes in Cortland, IN
Cortland is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 172 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Cortland, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Cortland is about $4,202, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1339 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Cortland, IN
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Cortland, IN
The average cost of senior living in Cortland is $4,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernon, IN with an average of $3,791 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cortland, IN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cortland, IN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cortland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Cortland, IN by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Cortland over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Cortland
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cortland
Traditions at Hunter Station in Sellersburg, IN
4.3
The staff is friendly, however communication can be a little difficult. Better once they get to know you. Housekeeping is good except the one week they had no housekeeping staff. Move in was easy and went well. Meals are pretty good. Portions are a little small. We would recommend this facility ...
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Bennett Place in New Albany, IN
4.9
I sensed a real concern by the staff for the people under their care. While there may have been internal (employee/employer) issues, as there may be in any work environment, it never manifested itself in my presence. In my opinion, employees are acting professionally in that regard.
As for the ...
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Traditions of Columbus
4.4
We are in an independent care villas. We basically care for ourselves. The best part of living here is the attached garage which is perfect. Of all the facilities I have visited the garage is the best. I have my stained glass shop inside the garage with my full size car and it works great. I ...
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Cortland nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cortland nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cortland, 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 Cortland nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Cortland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cortland, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.9%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cortland nursing homes
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 Cortland Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cortland, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cortland nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cortland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cortland, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cortland nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cortland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cortland, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
45.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cortland nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Cortland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cortland, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greenwood Village South, Magnolia Springs Southpointe and Demaree Crossing are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cortland, Indiana. See full list of communities.
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