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10 Best Nursing Homes in Merrillville, IN
Merrillville 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 34 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Merrillville, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Merrillville is about $4,392, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 507 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Cost of nursing homes in Merrillville, IN
The average cost of senior living in Merrillville is $4,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ogden Dunes, IN with an average of $4,359 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrillville, IN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrillville, IN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Merrillville, IN by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Merrillville over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Merrillville
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Merrillville
Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN
4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.
Valparaiso Senior Village
4.3
We would recommend to others and have already done so. We picked this community because it was good and they accepted Medicaid. Only Disappointment is with the Rx system in place.Very difficult to make the many prescription changes weekly & monthly as needed for Parkinson's with two additional ...
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Aviva Valparaiso
3.5
The staff greetings were very pleasant at Aviva Valparaiso. The admissions and finances were also pleasant and helpful. Most of the staff in the Memory Center were always helpful, not enough of them. Housekeeping needed a little more effort, but again not enough of them. Meals were usually warm ...
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Merrillville nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrillville nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrillville, 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 Merrillville 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 Merrillville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
57.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrillville 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 Merrillville Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrillville 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 Merrillville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrillville, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Merrillville 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 Merrillville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrillville 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 Merrillville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrillville, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
65.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Residences at Coffee Creek, Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living and Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Merrillville, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 34 nursing homes facilities near Merrillville, Indiana. See the full list.
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