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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wheatfield, IN

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If your loved one needs memory care in Wheatfield, A Place for Mom can help. With 15 memory care facilities in Wheatfield, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Wheatfield incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Wheatfield memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Wheatfield, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Chapel Manor.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Valparaiso, Crown Point and Cedar Lake.

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We had a great experience. My father was there for less than a month before he passed but everyone at Aviva was great. Kind & caring and we are grateful for the care they provided for my father. Since my...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
AVIVA Merrillville is a newly renovated standalone Memory Care community in Merrillville, Indiana. We offer a variety of floor plans specially designed for memory care and respite care residents. We have the resources to support you in a safe, secure environment. Aviva Merrillville offers...
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The most familiar faces can become faded. When a family makes a decision to put a love one under the care of someone else that decision is not made easily. Being confident in somebody else that isn’t...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a satisfying life. That’s why our community builds activities into every day, specifically chosen because each one contributes to some significant quality of life. We offer dedicated memory care in Valparaiso, Indiana, a dynamic...
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28 reviews
9.3
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28 reviews
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Nothing but good things to say. My mother chose it, but the entire family agreed. I would recommend to others but I understand the food is lousy. Maybe some improvement there.
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.
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Valparaiso, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
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6.9
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My mother recently passed after 2.5 years in the memory care unit. Overall, the actual caregivers were fine…helpful and gracious, did their best. However, I felt that communication with the administration...
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.
Valparaiso Senior Village is excited to offer Assisted Living and Memory Care services to the seniors of Valparaiso, Indiana, and its surrounding areas. Valparaiso Senior Village offers a safe and active lifestyle paired with a kind and compassionate staff. Our care services are unique to each...
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8.4
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8.4
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49 reviews
5 star
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2%
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The Activities director for memory care, [name removed], is an energic, loving, and caring person and they should be thankful they have her! The furnishings, especially the chairs, need replacing.
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.
Brentwood at Hobart is an assisted living and memory care community in Hobart, Indiana. Our historic city exudes small town Midwestern charm with unmatched vibrancy. We have a thriving downtown area with shopping and dining as well as an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. Home to...
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I have my Mom going to the day care here and have been very pleased with the care and service they’re providing. She seems to be happy and is content with the activities that they provide her. The food is...
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.
Lowell, IN is a close knit community, complete with an abundance of greenspace and full of friendly neighbors. Cedar Creek Health Campus is much the same, and is proud to offer residents of Lowell and the surrounding community a warm and welcoming place to call home. Residents will find many...
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After having experience at other facilities with other family members. Avalon Springs cannot compare. the BEST! Beautiful environment inside and out. Very caring staff that meet the needs of residents. Not a...
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.
Avalon Springs Health Campus is located near the heart of downtown Valparaiso, IN; a town known for its unique restaurants, plentiful shopping, and its supportive and friendly community. Voted one of America’s Best Communities, Valparaiso has much to offer, from the breathtaking Talltree...
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7.0
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They could come up with some more creative fun games for the residence that involve a little bit of physical movement, even for the ones in wheelchairs. There are so many options of games for everybody to be...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Spring Mill Health Campus has, overall, been a positive experience. My first impression of the campus itself was very nice. They have a beautiful garden that I think some of the long-term residents help to...
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.
Merrillville, Indiana is a town that caters to a friendly population with a variety of hobbies, interests, and passions. At Spring Mill Health Campus, we're the same. When it comes to deciding how to spend their days, residents can choose from a variety of activities and excursions, including...
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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.
Valparaiso Care and Rehabilitation is a customer focused senior health care and rehabilitation center.Our Mission To compassionately serve each resident with quality care and excellence through housing and health solutions that foster independence and self-esteem. And, to provide a continuum of...
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.
Making a decision to place a loved one is one of the hardest decisions you will ever have to make. At Beverly LivingCenters we encourage you to Tour, Talk, Question and Compare. We are a place to find peace in pressured times. Our doors are always open for you to tour with or without an...

Cost of memory care in Wheatfield, IN

The average cost of senior living in Wheatfield is $4,845 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wanatah, IN with an average of $4,695 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wheatfield, IN vs. nearby cities

Wheatfield, IN
$4,845/mo
$5,334/mo
$4,724/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wheatfield, IN vs. the state and national average

Wheatfield, IN
$4,845/mo
$4,922/mo
U.S. national average
$5,339/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wheatfield vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,845/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Wheatfield, IN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,235/mo
Studio
$4,725/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,512/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,953/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Wheatfield over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Wheatfield

Recent reviews for memory care in Wheatfield

Brentwood at Hobart

5.0
The community is nice. The services they provide are for a reasonable price. I find the staff to be helpful. They have done a good job. I was able to eat food with my loved one the first day. I believe my loved one enjoys the food, and would like to request specifically what they ...
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Avalon Springs Health Campus in Valparaiso, IN

5.0
I was here for two months and everyone was so helpful with my therapy. They were very patient and caring. If I ever had a need for therapy I would always come back here.

Spring Mill Health Campus in Merrillville, IN

4.5
They really help my great grandmother improve her health. She had to have back surgery at 87 years old, and after the surgery, she was ready to die. But after sending her to Spring Mill, she wanted to live and get better. Now she has moved from rehab to assisted living and only needs a cane to ...
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Wheatfield review score based on 52 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 12 Wheatfield memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wheatfield review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Wheatfield review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Wheatfield, IN12 facilities
8.0
De Motte, IN57 facilities
9.4
Kouts, IN5 facilities

Review subcategories for Wheatfield memory care

When memory care 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 52 reviews of 12 Wheatfield memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wheatfield resident and family memory care 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.
Wheatfield, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Wheatfield memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wheatfield memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wheatfield, 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 Wheatfield memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Wheatfield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wheatfield, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
83.3%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wheatfield memory care

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 Wheatfield Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wheatfield, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wheatfield memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Wheatfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wheatfield, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wheatfield memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Wheatfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wheatfield, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.7%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wheatfield memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Wheatfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wheatfield, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.3%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
58.3%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Aviva Merrillville, Brookdale Valparaiso Memory Care and Aviva Valparaiso are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wheatfield, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 15 memory care facilities near Wheatfield, Indiana. See the full list.

The 15 memory care facilities near you in Wheatfield, Indiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wheatfield, Indiana, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Wheatfield, Indiana, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Wheatfield, Indiana ranges from $600 to $10080. The average Memory Care cost in Wheatfield, Indiana is $4,845. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Wheatfield, Indiana typically starts at $600. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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