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When you hear the phrase “nursing home,” you may picture a standard retirement community like an assisted living or independent living community. Nursing home, however, technically refers to a skilled nursing facility with round-the-clock medical supervision and treatments for people with severe health conditions. For those who don’t require constant medical oversight, assisted living and memory care facilities are often a better match. These types of facilities provide senior care services and are a fraction of the cost of a skilled nursing facility.

A Place for Mom partners with 27 senior care facilities within a 10-mile radius of Indianapolis’ downtown area, which includes both assisted living and memory care facilities. Assisted living facilities offer help with personal care and activities of daily living, security, and convenient on-site services. Memory care facilities are similar to assisted living but feature additional specialized therapies, security, and programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. This in-depth guide breaks down senior care facilities in the Indianapolis area with details on their amenities and services, costs, ways seniors pay, and local senior benefit resources.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Indianapolis, IN

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Photo of Glen Oaks Health Campus
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My mom lived at Glen Oaks temporarily while she was recovering from some health issues. Glen Oaks and the staff was amazing at taking care of her. She was not an east person to care for but the staff...
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.
New Castle, Indiana is a community that takes pride in its friendly atmosphere, variety of family-friendly activities, and close-knit population. At Glen Oaks Health Campus, we're no different. We take pride in offering New Castle community members a familiar place to call home. Residents...
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The staff are very pleasant and easy to work with. The food is pretty good to be honest. And they have several activities daily that Mom is involved in. Every facility has its problems and if I have a...
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.
Traditions at Reagan Park is a quiet and peaceful assisted living community located just west of Indianapolis in the beautiful area of Avon, Hendricks County, Indiana. Our leisurely community offers a taste of country living while still being close to a dynamic city full of opportunities for...
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Everyone very caring, very efficient. Very loving, even when in trying circumstances. I would recommend to others. Just wonderful kindness from the sweet lady who cleans to the two ladies in charge.
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.
Gorgeous Architectural gem located in the new Hobbs Station development in Plainfield, close to shopping and local fare. Our Hobbs Station community offers seniors a secure and elegant community where they can enjoy private living options, chef-prepared meals, and a continuum of custom-tailored...
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we went out to eat, mother in law likes it ok, but no sugar free dessert! Father in law does not like the food at all. Father in law does not like it compared to Parkside. Overall, very friendly community,...
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.
Keep life moving forward at Keepsake Village of Columbus, a Memory Care community in Columbus, Indiana. Our caring and professional staff provides a helping hand for residents who may appreciate assistance with activities of daily living. You can be assured that Keepsake Village provides the...
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Everything is going well with no issues. They are providing the appropriate care for my loved one. He just started the rehab. His daytime aide has a good attention to detail. She is alert to my father’s...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Green House Senior Living L.L.C. is the first nursing home in Indiana to be licensed to construct 'small house' homes for providing skilled nursing care. Green House Cottages of Carmel is the first Green House project location in Indiana and we are proud to offer our residents long-term care,...
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I had a series of blood clots that settled in my lungs. I was treated at the hospital and then discharged into Rehab to strengthen my breathing ability (short-term rehab). I had previously broken my hip a...
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.
A new generation of older adults is enjoying longer, healthier lives. They are determined to remain active, involved and as independent as possible, even when health challenges arise. For them, a different approach to health and wellness has arrived at Wellbrooke of Westfield. Wellbrooke is not...
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We toured Mill Pond Health Campus, and knew right away it was the place for my parents. It's a smaller place, and we thought it was the most homey of the facilities we visited. It is kept very clean, and the...
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.
Mill Pond Health Campus is located in historic Greencastle, Indiana. Rolling hills, picturesque farmland and the beauty of the DePauw University Campus make this small community an ideal town to call home. Conveniently located just minutes from historic downtown Greencastle, Mill Pond offers...
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4 but often times there's a very strong odor of stink in in the hallways on memory care and occasionally when you enter. 4,most staff. The food doesn't seem to be favored too much by residents that are alert...
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.
The Commons on Meridian offers the best in care, experiences, services, and amenities. We understand that life is more fulfilling when you have friends to take care of the details. Our staff is devoted to creating a worry-free environment that allows residents to focus on what matters most:...
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Grand Brook isn't perfect, but I still believe was the best choice for my wife. Staff is competent and provides adequate care. Food is well balanced and mostly well received by residents. Occasionally, a...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
WELCOME TO GRAND BROOK MEMORY CARE OF FISHERS! Located on the northeast side of Indianapolis, at the NW corner of Cumberland Drive and E. 131st Street in Fishers, Indiana, our beautiful Grand Brook community comfortably accommodates 36 residents in two, small residential-style homes. Each home...
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We would have loved for our father to have been able to come here but they did not have the level of care here that my father would require. They had CNA's that were assigned 5 residents each and they took...
Provides: Memory Care
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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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Photo of Fall Creek Retirement Village
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The staff seem friendly to us when we visit and to my mother-in-law when we see them interact with her. She doesn't really get involved in any activities sadly so I can't say anything about those yet. She...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Pendleton, you will find a quaint and charming community with a fullcontinuum of care - Rawlins House & Fall Creek Retirement Village.At Fall Creek, you will feel truly at home while you relax in your large apartment. With a widerange of spacious apartment homes,...
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Photo of Traditions of Columbus
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Mom's been there less than 2 months, but we are pleased with the service. She really enjoys the food and the restaurant style dining. Happy with cleanliness, amenities, staff.
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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Photo of Wellbrooke of Kokomo
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The people here are wonderful, loving, and caring. It is wonderful here. I would recomend this to everyone. Wellbrooke is a lovely place, I've enjoyed it very much.
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.
At Wellbrooke of Kokomo, quality of care goes beyond our beautiful accommodations. It means staying involved and engaged in the life you love and the things you enjoy. For this reason, we not only offer gracious living in beautifully-designed private apartments, but also variety of enriching...
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When I first moved in the maintenance was slow to get things done. But it is much better. Meals have improved. The staff are very helpful and kind. We meet once a month to express any complaints and they try...
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.
Live the sweet life when making your home at Sugar Grove. The country setting of our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Plainfield, IN, radiates warmth and provides an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally stimulating. Residents are...
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What we like the most about the Marquette is their Religiously diverse and supportive of different religions. Strong activity personnel. Good Director. I feel like the back office could be a bit stronger....
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.
Marquette is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. For 3 years in a row, Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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My mother is also on Hospice so she has additional care. I know it is one of the best facilities in the area. My biggest problem is that they raised their rates [percentage removed]% in December with less...
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.
OUR COMMUNITY Brownsburg Meadows offers senior housing and health solutions with a multitude of premier services including: Garden Homes Assisted Living Apartments New Energy Wellness Moving Forward Rehabilitation Auguste's Cottage Memory Care Center Skilled Nursing Services Long Term Care...
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We worked with [name removed] for the intake process. She was very helpful & accommodating. [name removed] answered all of our questions. I would recommend this community to others who are needing to find a...
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.
Live a life of purpose and fulfillment at Fort Harrison Assisted Living in Indianapolis, Indiana. This community provides assisted living services in a vibrant environment, where residents are encouraged to pursue their hobbies and interests. This pet-friendly community offers spacious and sunlit...
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Considering that it is independent living, I would give them 5 stars. There are many activities in which to participate. I see him really taking advantage of opportunities there. The food seems fine other...
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.
Situated on 15-acres in a beautiful park-like setting, Bell Trace offers the flexibility to design a retirement lifestyle that meets your needs now and in the future.Our cottages and spacious apartments offer the privacy of independent living within a secureand vibrant community, while our...
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It was a beautiful facility. The staff always smilied and updated me with my loved one's care. They were great, and the communication/food was also great. They had bingo, concerts, and comedians that came...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At Hooverwood Jewish Home, we are dedicated to treating each resident as an individual. We provide holistic care in a thriving, vibrant, and social environment. Hooverwood provides expert skilled nursing, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and adult day services in Indianapolis. We have been...
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Overall the facility was clean, but after 2 years all of a sudden my in-laws room had bed bugs. It was treated over and over and never solved. Also after treatments they wouldn't come in and sweep or do...
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.
At Westside Garden Plaza, conveniently located near a variety of retail, medical and entertainment facilities, it's all about choices. We work to ensure that each resident has the freedom to maintain a vibrant and active lifestyle.Our community offers both Independent and Assisted Living in...
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I've been very happy with them for the most part. The problems we are having i think are more related to my parents being difficult but im not 100% on that yet. The executive director and director of nursing...
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.
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within our communities, we are not accepting visitors at this time. However, we’d still love to talk with you! Reach out to schedule a virtual tour or e-meeting with a sales representative to learn more about our community. The beauty of living at Meadow...
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This is a nice quiet assisted living in a small town. It has activities offered that my loved one likes and the staff is very helpful and friendly!
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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What we really like about this community is that the staff are always keeping an eye on our loved ones condition and they genuinely love our loved one which we felt she did receive. We would absolutely...
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.
At Kokomo Place, a pet friendly senior living community, we take pride in offering our residents nurturing care in their daily routines. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight...
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As the POA for one of your residents, I am disturbed by the staff turnover. And, why does it take more than one request of the business office to email me the invoices for our Aunts’s expenses.
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.
Everyone loves freedom and choices...and we kept that in mind while designing our Senior Apartments. Our communities offer Assisted Living services that are tailored to meet the needs of each individual, allowing them to live life to the fullest. Our Apartments are available in studio as well as...
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Very nice facility with exceptional staff where most have been working there for several years. They take a personal approach with each patient. The food is good too. 5 stars for Wellbrooke. Mom was very...
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.
At Wellbrooke of Avon, quality of care goes beyond our beautiful accommodations. It means staying involved and engaged in the life you love and the things you enjoy. At Wellbrooke, you'll find a complete continuum of care and services so you can select the level of care that matches your needs...

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Costs of nursing homes in the Indianapolis area

The cost of a senior care facility in Indianapolis is widely dependent on the level of care provided there. In almost all cases, a skilled nursing facility will cost more than an assisted living or memory care facility, because of the extensive medical support and supervision it provides.

It’s important to be aware of how much care services affect the cost and be familiar with what services are provided in different types of senior care facilities. Otherwise, you could end up paying for services that aren’t actually needed.

Skilled nursing facilities

On-site medical staff, round-the-clock medical supervision, and skilled nursing services make skilled nursing facilities the costliest type of senior care facility. The cost can vary depending on whether you have a private or semi-private room. On average, the cost of a semi-private room in a skilled nursing home is $7,057 and $8,973 for a private room, according to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care survey.[01]

Costs of Indianapolis assisted living and memory care facilities

Many seniors seek out an assisted living facility when they need help with personal care services or activities of daily living (ADLs). The average cost of one of our in-network Indianapolis assisted living facilities is $3,900 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s 2022 proprietary data.[02] This total amount factors in the cost of rent and personal care services that are often bundled into the monthly rate. Here are the services you can expect to find at our partner Indy assisted living communities:

  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Organized community activities and events (on-site and off-site)
  • Daily meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping and maintenance
  • Personal laundry and/or dry-cleaning
  • Transportation
  • Concierge services
  • Parking
  • Pet rent/pet-care services

Some assisted living facilities have dedicated memory care units for residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Residents in memory care units receive similar services provided in an assisted living facility, like those above, as well as specialized memory care services. Memory care residents receive advanced services like enhanced security measures, 24-hour awake staff, and specialized activities and therapies. Memory care staff may also be required to have advanced training in memory care-caregiving techniques.

These more specialized care services usually result in memory care costing slightly more than assisted living alone. On average, the cost of one of our partner Indianapolis memory care facilities is $4,400 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s 2022 proprietary data.[02]

Nursing homes costs in Indianapolis, IN, vs. state and national averages

Indianapolis, IN
$4,892/mo
$4,997/mo
U.S. national average
$5,853/mo

Nursing homes costs in Indianapolis, IN, vs. other senior living options

$6,972/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,892/mo

Nursing homes costs in Indianapolis, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,451/mo
Private
$4,743/mo

Senior living costs in Indianapolis vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Indianapolis, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIndianapolis, INIndianaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,892/mo$4,997/mo$5,853/mo
Assisted Living$5,015/mo$4,966/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,972/mo$6,723/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$2,943/mo$2,906/mo$3,532/mo
Nursing Homes
Indianapolis, IN:$4,892/mo
Indiana:$4,997/mo
U.S.:$5,853/mo
Assisted Living
Indianapolis, IN:$5,015/mo
Indiana:$4,966/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Indianapolis, IN:$6,972/mo
Indiana:$6,723/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Indianapolis, IN:$2,943/mo
Indiana:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Indianapolis, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Indianapolis 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.

Indianapolis, ININ stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Indianapolis, IN

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Indianapolis 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
Indianapolis, IN$5,462/mo$5,212/mo+4.8%
Indiana$5,456/mo$5,255/mo+3.8%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Indianapolis, IN
2024 average cost:$5,462/mo
2023 average cost:$5,212/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$5,456/mo
2023 average cost:$5,255/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Indianapolis

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Indianapolis

Clearvista Lake Health Campus in Indianapolis, IN

5.0
I ended up choosing this facility because I want my Mother to be close to me. The staff here is so friendly and they communicate with me about anything that happens to my mom. It’s really an upbeat community and it feels more like a hotel setting than assisted living. The facility itself is ...
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Zionsville Meadows Assisted Living

4.0
It has trailed off lately so I may change my answer but they were really on top of her meds / care and in turn kept me informed. I'm hoping it's just a no news is good news

Kokomo Place

4.6
So far the staff have been easy to work with. The activities are very good. They've been good about working with us to get the apartment straightened around. And the care has been pretty good. Although they have some interesting practices - for instance, having three CNAs come to get our ...
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How people pay for a nursing home in Indianapolis

There are a variety of ways to pay for nursing homes in Indianapolis. Families will often use a mix of private and public pay options. Depending on a couple of different factors, Medicare and Medicaid can help out with some of the costs of long-term care or skilled nursing services. Veterans and surviving spouses may also be able to turn to certain benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

No matter what stage you’re at in your search for long-term care, it’s important to understand what financial resources may be available to help stay a step ahead of the costs. We delve into what specific payment methods can be used to cover certain long-term care costs at senior care facilities below.

Private pay methods

Personal assets like savings accounts, investment returns, and retirement income are often the first resources seniors and families look into to pay for their ideal senior care facility. In some cases, the following options below may also be available to help pay for long-term senior care costs:

VA benefits
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Number of veterans living in Indianapolis in 2021

About 25% of veterans in Indianapolis are age 75 and older.

Veteran-specific benefits may be available to help veterans or their spouses pay for long-term senior care costs. The Indianapolis Office of Veterans Services has several appointed county veterans service officers (CVSO) to help Indianapolis veterans access benefits. Disability benefits like the Aid and Attendance benefit are particularly helpful. This benefit provides monthly payments to eligible veterans or spouses for anything that improves quality of life, such as senior housing and care. You or a loved one may qualify for more benefits than you think, and local resources are there to help make sure you don’t miss out on any.

The first step to applying is contacting a CVSO or one of the veterans service organizations (VSO) located at the Indianapolis VA Regional Office. VSOs like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and American Veterans (AMVETS) advocate for veterans and families and can help out with the complex benefits application process. Other VSOs include The American Legion, The Military Order of the Purple Heart, and Paralyzed Veterans of America. Find contact information and other online resources below.

Resources for Indianapolis veterans

Indianapolis veteran resources

The American Legion
575 N. Pennsylvania St., Room 325
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-916-3605

American Veterans (AMVETS) — Find a post
575 N. Pennsylvania St., Room 314
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-916-3613

Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
575 N. Pennsylvania St., Room 324
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-916-3615

The Military Order of the Purple Heart
⁠575 N. Pennsylvania St., Room 312
Indianapolis, IN 46204
⁠Phone: 317-916-3623

Paralyzed Veterans of America
575 N. Pennsylvania St., Room 313
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-916-3626

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
575 N. Pennsylvania St., Room 319
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-916-3629

Medicaid

Eligible individuals who meet financial and medical requirements may qualify for certain health care services through the Indiana Medicaid program. Medicaid is jointly managed by the federal and state government. In some cases, it may be used to pay for long-term care costs in nursing homes, memory care, and assisted living facilities. Find out how Medicaid may be used to pay for long-term care expenses in different types of senior care settings below.

Indiana Medicaid for nursing homes

Indiana Medicaid provides coverage for medically necessary care within a nursing home — or a skilled nursing facility — for patients who require a nursing home level of care. This means a person requires a level of care that can only be provided by licensed nurses and other types of health care professionals. Medicaid nursing homes provide the following to patients:

  • Room and board
  • Round-the-clock medical supervision
  • Nursing care services
  • Rehabilitative therapies
  • Nutrition management
  • Organized activities

To qualify, you must be age 65 or older, blind, or disabled. You must also meet certain income and asset limits, which can change every year and vary by family size.

Indiana Medicaid for assisted living and memory care facilities

The cost to live in a private memory care or assisted living facility is not covered by Indiana Medicaid. However, some Medicaid programs let patients access in-home health care services in the residence or community of their choice. These programs meet the needs of seniors who need a nursing home level of care but would rather receive the services in their community or home instead of an institutional-like nursing home.

Depending on the facility, Medicaid will cover certain care services inside an assisted living or memory care facility through home and community based services (HCBS) waiver programs. The following HCBS programs may be available to help seniors with the cost of certain health care services:

  • Aged and disabled (A&D) waiver provides access to specialized medical equipment and supplies, home modifications, and participant-directed home care services from within a community.
  • Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) helps seniors age 55+ that live in a PACE service area access several medical and supportive services from their community instead of a nursing home, such as hospital and skilled nursing care when necessary.

You’ll need to apply for Medicaid before applying for the A&D waiver or the PACE program, which can be done in person at your local Division of Family Resources (DFR) office or online. Once that step is complete, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) to get started with the application process to enroll in the A&D waiver program.

To apply for PACE, contact your local PACE organization. You can find a list of all Indiana PACE programs and contacts listed on the state’s Department of Family and Social Services Administration website.

Medicare

Medicare is the federal health insurance program designed to help seniors pay for medically necessary health care costs. Depending on a person’s Medicare plan and the type of senior care setting, Medicare will pay for certain medically necessary, short-term care services.

Nursing homes in Indianapolis — or skilled nursing facilities — can be covered by Medicare for up to 100 days. To qualify for Medicare coverage, seniors must have a confirmed medical diagnosis and meet all of the following criteria:[04]

  • They are age 65 and older.
  • They have a qualifying inpatient hospital stay.
  • They receive skilled nursing services in a Medicare-certified facility.
  • They’re enrolled in Medicare Part A and have unused days left in their benefit period.
  • They need skilled nursing services for a condition that was either treated during an inpatient hospital stay or developed while receiving care in a nursing home.

Most expenses incurred in an assisted living or memory care facility are considered custodial costs and aren’t covered by Medicare. However, there are some specific services and expenses that Medicare may pay for while a patient is living in an assisted living or memory care facility, like the following:

  • Prescriptions
  • Medical supplies
  • Preventative services
Help with Medicare benefits

Indianapolis seniors have access to ample resources to help with Medicare. Trained Medicare counselors are available through the Indiana State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), as well as CICOA Aging and In-Home Solutions — the Marion County Area Agency on Aging (AAA). Both provide no-cost Medicare counseling to guide seniors through Medicare-approved services, eligibility requirements, how to file claims, and more.

Medicare resources

Local agencies

Indiana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Find a SHIP location near you
Central office phone: 800-452-4800

CICOA — Marion County Area Agency on Aging
Online request form
4755 Kingsway Dr., Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46205-1560
Phone: 317-254-5465

Understand Indiana laws and regulations for nursing homes

The state regulations for senior care facilities in Indiana vary somewhat depending on the type of care setting. We highlight some important state regulations in place for Indiana skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care facilities below.

Skilled nursing facilities

Skilled nursing facilities are also referred to as comprehensive care facilities in Indiana. Skilled nursing facilities are required to be licensed through the Comprehensive Care Facility Licensing and Certification Program by the Indiana Department of Health. Skilled nursing facilities are required to provide the following:[05]

  • Room and board
  • Food for special diets
  • Medication administration
  • Rehabilitative treatments and therapies under the order of a physician
  • Comprehensive nursing care

Read on to find out about types of care provided in a skilled nursing facility, as well as some specific regulations for skilled nursing facilities.

Types of care in a skilled nursing facility

Skilled nursing facilities are licensed to provide comprehensive nursing care, which goes beyond what’s provided in settings like assisted living or memory care facilities. Comprehensive nursing care includes the following types of medical care services:[05]

  • Insertion, irrigation, and replacement of catheters
  • Treatment of complex or infected wounds that require the use of sterile techniques
  • Treatment of widespread skin disorders, such as pressure ulcers
  • Any physician-ordered treatments that require a nurse’s observation
  • Administration of oxygen or other medical gases

Skilled nursing facility regulations in Indiana

Indiana’s regulations for skilled nursing facilities help make sure facilities provide a safe and sanitary environment that promotes residents’ quality of life and dignity. We highlight a few of those regulations for skilled nursing facilities below:[05]

  • Prospective residents must have a physician’s order to be admitted.
  • All residents must be served three daily meals and, if needed, be provided with special eating equipment and utensils.
  • Facilities must conduct a preadmission evaluation on prospective residents to make sure their needs can be met at the facility.
  • Facilities must develop a comprehensive care plan within seven days after a resident’s initial assessment. The plan must include measurable goals and timelines to meet a resident’s specific care needs.
  • Facilities must provide residents a discharge summary that details their health status at the time of transfer, as well as a post-discharge plan to identify their needs after transfer.
  • Facilities must provide an ongoing activity program with a range of options, such as group social activities, events, arts and crafts, and spiritual programs.
  • Residents have the right to be treated with dignity and free from all forms of abuse. All facilities must have policies in place that prohibit abuse, mistreatment, and neglect of residents.
  • Facilities must provide specialized rehabilitative therapies (physical therapy, occupational therapy, etc.) or use an outside resource to provide such therapies for residents who need them.

Indiana assisted living and memory care regulations

Assisted living facilities in Indiana can be licensed or unlicensed to operate. Both types of facilities should provide assistance with activities of daily living to individuals. We outline some distinctions between both types of facilities, as well as Indiana regulations for licensed assisted living facilities below.

Licensed vs. unlicensed assisted living facilities

Assisted living facilities can be either licensed or unlicensed in Indiana. Assisted living facilities that are licensed fall under the category of residential care facilities and are regulated and inspected by the Indiana Department of Health about every nine to 15 months. Licensed assisted living facilities can provide more advanced health care services like medication administration. Unlicensed assisted living facilities, on the other hand, can’t provide medication administration. However, residents can hire their own home health care caregivers if they need such services while living in a facility.

Assisted living vs. skilled nursing facilities

Unlike skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities — both licensed and unlicensed — can’t provide comprehensive nursing services or admit residents who need round-the-clock nursing care. They also can’t admit seniors who require total assistance with all their activities of daily living. We outline some more key regulations in place for licensed Indiana assisted living facilities below.

Indiana regulations for licensed assisted living facilities

Any medication administration needs to be ordered by a resident’s doctor and supervised by a licensed nurse, though residents may self-administer or receive medication assistance from staff when appropriate and safe.

Below are some regulations for licensed assisted living communities in Indiana:[06]

  • Like skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities must serve three daily meals.
  • All private units must be at least 100 square feet, with a minimum of 80 square feet available per resident in multiple-occupancy units.
  • Residents’ rooms should have no more than four beds within one unit, and every unit must have a private toilet, sink, and tub or shower.
  • All staff members must undergo an initial orientation before working on their own, as well as an annual in-service education and training program related to their duties.
  • Assisted living facilities are responsible for creating policies for investigating and addressing complaints to prevent any abuse, neglect, or mistreatment of residents.
  • Licensed residential care facilities are required to perform personal care services and assistance with activities of daily living that are tailored to the needs of each resident.
  • Licensed residential care facilities are also responsible for scheduling activities that are tailored to the interests and abilities of residents, as well as for arranging transportation to off-site community events.

Regulations for licensed assisted living facilities with memory care

Licensed assisted living facilities that offer memory care are required to submit an Alzheimer’s and dementia special care unit form. This form outlines a facility’s specific mission and philosophy for caring for patients with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, as well as the following:[06]

  • Staffing patterns and staff-to-patient ratios for each shift
  • Any therapeutic methods and programs provided
  • Types and amount of training required or provided to staff
  • A facility’s criteria and processes for admissions, transfers, and discharges

Memory care facilities that submit the disclosure form must have a designated director for the Alzheimer’s and dementia care unit. This director needs to complete the following:

  • At least 12 hours of dementia-care training
  • An annual 6 hours of training about current care practices and regulatory standards for residents in memory care

All memory care staff are required to complete an initial orientation and annual in-service training. Memory care staff must also meet the following training requirements:[06]

  • An annual 6 hours of dementia-specific training within six months of employment
  • An annual 3-hour training course over current standards of dementia care

Look up and report Indiana licensed assisted living facilities

You can find consumer reports of all licensed nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Indiana by searching the Indiana Department of Health online lookup tool. You can use the tool to search directly for a provider in the “find any provider” search box.

You can also look up a provider using the list menu, organized by county. Once you click the provider type (such as nursing homes or residential care facilities), you’ll have a list of all Indiana counties to choose from. Select the county you’re interested in, and a list of all licensed facilities will appear. From there, choose a facility and a pop-up box will open up and let you view the consumer report.

You can also submit a complaint to the Indiana Department of Health regarding any licensed health facility.

COVID-19 regulations for Indianapolis nursing homes

There currently aren’t any statewide mandates or restrictions in place for senior care communities, like assisted living or memory care, in Indianapolis. But private communities can set their own standards, so it’s important that you check with a prospective facility beforehand to understand their COVID-19 policies.

You can find the most recent public guidance and view county-specific information on the state’s COVID-19 response website. You can also find the latest guidance for Indianapolis on the Marion County Public Health Department website.

Indianapolis skilled nursing facilities have more advanced standards in place since they’re considered health care facilities. All Indianapolis skilled nursing facilities need to follow COVID-19 guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) specific to health care settings. These guidelines include the following:

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Staff safety.

Staff should use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) whenever there’s a confirmed case of COVID-19.

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Vaccinations.

Everyone is recommended to stay current with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

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Quarantining.

Patients who test positive for COVID-19 should isolate in a private room for at least 10 days.

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Masking.

Health care professionals should wear masks and other types of personal protective equipment (PPE) around residents with confirmed COVID-19.

What to expect from nursing homes in Indianapolis

Senior care facilities are often grouped into a single category in people’s minds. But there are some pretty important distinctions you’ll want to be aware of when considering a senior care facility for a loved one. We lay out some key distinctions between different types of senior care facilities in Indianapolis below.

Skilled nursing facilities in Indianapolis

Skilled nursing facilities are often a short-term care option for people with complex medical needs or conditions. They provide medical care services just below those available at a hospital, such as round-the-clock, medically supervised nursing care. Most skilled nursing homes require a referral from a physician before admission. These facilities are designed to accommodate people who need to recover from an illness, surgery, or injury. Patients often return to their homes or move into a different type of senior care setting once they’ve recovered.

A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with stand-alone skilled nursing facilities. However, you can still find general nursing services at nearly all of our in-network assisted living and memory care facilities. Some of our partner assisted living and memory care facilities even have skilled nursing units right on-site, in the event their current residents require such advanced medical care.

Indianapolis assisted living

Seniors who don’t need the level of care provided in a skilled nursing facility may consider an assisted living facility. In Indiana, assisted living facilities can be either licensed or unlicensed. The main difference between the two is that only licensed facilities can provide health services like medication administration. Assisted living facilities are designed to help seniors with activities of daily living (ADLs) while also providing socially engaging activities for them to participate in, which include the following:

  • Stretching and yoga classes
  • Holiday parties
  • Wine tastings
  • Gardening clubs
  • Art classes
  • Cooking clubs

Transportation, meals, housekeeping, and personal laundry are often considered baseline services at most assisted living facilities. Baseline services are typically included as part of the monthly cost. Many assisted living communities also offer access to on-site amenities such as fitness centers, resident lounges, game rooms, theaters, and outdoor courtyards. Additionally, you’ll find Indianapolis assisted living facilities offer a diverse selection of floor plans, with some featuring elegant, in-unit upgrades like stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.

Indianapolis memory care

Memory care facilities provide similar services and amenities as general assisted living facilities, with more specialized standards for staff and security. The facilities are designed to provide a secure living environment for residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. They also offer advanced therapies and person-centered activities for individuals with dementia. These specialized activities and therapeutic programs help to reduce loneliness, boredom, and aggressive behaviors in residents. Reminiscence and sensory-based programs are popular, and they help residents remember positive moments from the past and create new memories.

Most of our in-network memory care facilities feature enclosed courtyard areas, outdoor walking paths, and Wander Guard or similar systems to prevent residents from wandering away from the grounds. All of our partner memory care facilities have round-the-clock awake staff available, and staff are required to complete annual dementia-specific training. Some communities exclusively accommodate residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. But most of our partner memory care facilities operate on the same campus as an assisted living facility.

Indianapolis nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Indianapolis nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Indianapolis, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.1%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.4%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.7%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.3%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.2%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.2%
17.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Indianapolis, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.6%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.3%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Indianapolis, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.6%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Indianapolis, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
47.7%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Indianapolis, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.5%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.8%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Unfamiliar with Indianapolis? Highlights for seniors

41,300

Number of seniors age 75+ currently living in Indianapolis

5%
5% of seniors are age 75+ within the Indianapolis population[07]
$79,000

Average household earnings in Indianapolis[08]

Health care for seniors in Indianapolis

Indianapolis is anything but short on exceptional health care and top-notch hospitals, according to Google reviews from patients. Take a peek at just a couple of Indianapolis’ biggest local hospitals.

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Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis

Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis is a full-service hospital and a prime destination for specialty care. The hospital has highly qualified doctors on-site to provide both primary and specialty care in areas from cardiac rehabilitation to stroke care. Ascension St. Vincent also features a Level I trauma center and transplant center at its Indianapolis campus.

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Indiana University Health — IU Health Methodist Hospital

IU Health Methodist Hospital is affiliated with Indiana University Health and is the state’s largest hospital. As a magnet-designated hospital, patients and families can expect the highest quality of care and exceptional nursing services. The hospital specializes in several specialties that include urology, neurology, and orthopedics.

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Transportation for seniors in Indianapolis

More than half of our partner Indianapolis senior care facilities offer some form of transportation service to their residents. Most provide complimentary transportation, and a select few communities provide at-cost transportation. Residents in assisted living or memory care facilities often find the transportation services to be especially helpful for medical appointments and other errands. Not only is this highly convenient, but it’s also safer for seniors who can’t travel independently. Memory care facilities will even offer caregiver escorts on rides for seniors with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia.

For visiting friends and loved ones, Indianapolis has an expansive public transit system. IndyGo is Indianapolis’ primary public transit service and is made up of over 200 buses. All IndyGo buses are ADA-accessible, and there’s also a paratransit service available for passengers with disabilities who can’t access the fixed routes. Seniors who can safely travel on IndyGo buses receive a discounted fare when they present a valid Medicare card or Half Fare ID card. You can find an application for a Half Fare ID card online.

Indianapolis has several other transportation services as well, such as Way2Go, which helps Marion County seniors get to and from locations such as medical appointments, grocery stores, and pharmacies. You may also find one of the following Indianapolis transportation services to be helpful to you or your loved one:

Senior activities in Indianapolis

From live theater performances and museums to outdoor excursions, Indianapolis is full of family-friendly experiences and attractions. Several of the city’s key points of interest have adaptations available to make them accessible to people of all abilities. Take a peek at some of Indianapolis’ best and most accessible attractions below.

Outdoor adventures

Take a stroll through one of Indianapolis’ lovely outdoor spaces. These parks all boast different accessibility features, like accessible parking and restrooms, as well as crosswalks with visual prompts and audio commands.

  • Fort Harrison State Park has an accessible on-site dog park and multiple trails to enjoy hiking and mountain biking.
  • White River State Park is home to ample trails and waterways. Several of Indianapolis’ most beloved attractions are located here such as the Indianapolis Zoo and Indiana State Museum.
  • Eagle Creek Park is a sprawling outdoor haven with thousands of acres of forests, waterways, and trails. The park offers endless opportunities to enjoy activities like bird watching, fishing, and boating.
  • Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden is Indianapolis’ oldest park and offers a variety of recreational pursuits, including swimming and tennis. You can also catch live concerts and performances at the park’s outdoor amphitheater during the summer.

Historic sites

Indianapolis has several historic attractions for everyone to enjoy. Most of these venues allow trained service animals and have accessible parking, restrooms, and elevators for guests with limited mobility.

  • Indiana War Memorial and Museum is an Indianapolis must-see that honors Hoosier veterans with a captivating and interactive museum.
  • Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site explores the home of Benjamin Harrison — America’s 23rd president — and hosts a coffee with the curator event on the first Friday of every month.
  • Indiana Statehouse has guided and self-guided tours available to learn about how the state government functions and admire the building’s impressive, historic architecture.

Live entertainment

From concerts to Broadway shows, Indianapolis has plenty of live entertainment options at its performing arts venues, with generous accessibility options. Many venues offer features like accessible seating, shows with American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, and sensory-friendly performances.

  • Butler University Arts and Events Center performs 100 shows every year that range from Broadway performances and concerts to lectures.
  • Indiana Repertory Theatre is a nonprofit theatre that produces around nine productions during its season from September through May.
  • Phoenix Theatre is located in a fully ADA-compliant building and hosts an array of productions, including Broadway shows and comedies, during its season.
  • Ruoff Music Center is Indiana’s largest outdoor amphitheater and has been the site of major concerts and events.

Indianapolis’ popular attractions

Some of Indianapolis’ most popular attractions have adaptations available that make it possible for people all of ages and abilities to get in on the fun. Take a look at some of Indianapolis’ top destinations and the accessibility accommodations they offer below.

  • Indianapolis Zoo is fully accessible with ramps and low-grade slopes for guests with limited mobility. On-leash service animals are also allowed to accompany guests to the zoo.
  • NCAA Hall of Champions welcomes trained service animals, has American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation available with notice, and has accessible parking available.
  • Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has special “touch tours” of select cars on display, available ASL interpreters, and wheelchair-accessible buses for tours around the track.

References

  1. Genworth. (2021). Cost of care survey: Indianapolis area, Indiana.

  2. A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Indianapolis. [Data set]. American community survey.

  4. U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Skilled nursing facility (SNF) care. Medicare.gov.

  5. Indiana Department of Health. Indiana Administrative Code. Article 16. Health facilities; Licensing and operational standards.

  6. Indiana Department of Health. (2022). Residential care facilities.

  7. United States Census Bureau. (2021). ACS demographic and housing estimates (DP05): Indianapolis. [Data set]. American community survey.

  8. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Indianapolis. American community survey.

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1.

Genworth. (2021). Cost of care survey: Indianapolis area, Indiana.

2.

A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

3.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Indianapolis. [Data set]. American community survey.

4.

U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Skilled nursing facility (SNF) care. Medicare.gov.

5.

Indiana Department of Health. Indiana Administrative Code. Article 16. Health facilities; Licensing and operational standards.

6.

Indiana Department of Health. (2022). Residential care facilities.

7.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). ACS demographic and housing estimates (DP05): Indianapolis. [Data set]. American community survey.

8.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Indianapolis. American community survey.