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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake Station, IN
If you’re looking for assisted living in Lake Station, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Lake Station or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Lake Station.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Lake Station for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 11 assisted living facilities in the Lake Station area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Davis, Morgan Park and Morgan Park.
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9.9
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21 reviews
Although Wittenberg Village has experienced some recent changes, the community is a perfect fit for my mom and the other residents. The activities keep her busy, and she really enjoys all of the extra...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We toured MANY places for my loved one. We settled on a few but kept coming back to the idea of Brookdale and I am so glad we did. We had my loved one at another AL and it was beautiful and more modern but...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingChoose us for your next home base, and you can the stress and isolation that often come with life at home for an upgraded quality of life. Chores are gone. Laundry, cleaning, home maintenance—we’ll take care of all of that. All you have to take care of it living your best...
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9.6
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74 reviews
My family and I were concerned that our dad would not like the facility, but this was the first place we looked at and not even 15 minutes of walking around my dad said this is it. No need to look at any...
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.
Clarendale of Schererville is a top pet-friendly senior community in the Chicago metro area, providing independent living assisted living and memory care for our residents. Our convenient and comfortable suburban location features 177 units and is designed with seniors’ comfort and well-being in...
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9.4
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49 reviews
The facility is overall a good value. The care can be a little suspect if your family member needs that extra layer of care and attention. There were many,many instances where grannie had pressed the button...
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.
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 Portage, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities with...
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35 reviews
I heard recently that Virginia Place might be closing... The facility is very homey, clean and all of the staff are friendly. I think they need a new food menu. A lot of the meat served is not chewable.
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.
Virginia Place is located just south of Forest Hill Park in the small town of Merrillville Indiana. Merrillville is located just 15 minutes south of Lake Michigan which is a popular recreational destination for our residents and their families. Our beautiful community is a single story building...
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8.9
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5 reviews
The staff is wonderful. Place is very clean. The food is good and many choices. Everything you need is in that building. They have plenty of activities every day. I would recommend this place. My family very...
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.
About the facility: Miller’s Senior LivingAt Miller’s Senior Living, we tailor our care to your exact needs, whether you are completely self-sufficient and simply looking for maintenance-free living or require some assistance with daily activities like dressing, showering, or remembering to take...
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8.3
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48 reviews
There's always room for improvement, but overall, especially with the new head of nursing and Director of the facility they did a pretty good job.
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.
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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[name removed] and the staff at Wyndmoor go above and beyond for my Mom. So very impressed and touched about the care my Mom is receiving there. So very thankful for them! I can rest easy know she is in good...
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.
The Wyndmoor of Portage is an independent and assisted living community in Portage, Indiana. With the quintessential charm of the Midwest, Portage is a small town just a short drive from Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes. Yet, Portage is also only an hour away from Chicago and all it has to...
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48 reviews
The staff members there have been great, and our loved one is very happy with the meals. Sometimes it is hard for our loved one to participate in the activities but they have a lot of things to do. 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.
Be the center of attention at Towne Centre, where weekly socials, exercise programs, clubs and games let residents get the most out of life while experiencing the best in Independent Living and Assisted Living services in Merrillville, Indiana. We also boast Special Care services to promote a...
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6 reviews
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: 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Lake Station, IN
The average cost of senior living in Lake Station is $4,069 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly Shores, IN with an average of $3,805 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lake Station, IN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lake Station
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake Station
Virginia Place in Merrillville, IN
3.5
It's not worth the money for my loved one's level of care and I'm sure the staff are aware but they would rather keep getting paid. They are nice people, but my loved one and other residents feel differently when I visit, so I plan on bringing her home next month.
St James Manor and Villas in Crete, IL
4.5
My loved one stayed there for only a month, but he seemed to enjoy it a lot. The food was pretty good, but the activities were what made his stay so nice. The CNA and Nurse Staff the work in the ALU are nice and they seem to really care about the people they care for.
He liked being able to ...
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The Pointe at Kilpatrick in Crestwood, IL
4.5
What our family likes the most about The Pointe at Kilpatrick are the different activities and the cleanliness of the community
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Residents and families often mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Virginia Place, the friendly atmosphere made family members feel at ease during tours and interactions with caregivers.
Affordable pricing. Some reviews highlight the affordability of certain communities, such as Rittenhouse Village At Portage, where families chose the facility based on its cost and the value of services provided.
Engaging activities for residents. Activities are a significant factor for many residents, as seen in the positive reviews for Rittenhouse Village At Portage, where residents enjoy various activities both within the facility and on field trips.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and maintenance are essential for the comfort and well-being of residents. Communities like Brentwood at Hobart and StoryPoint Schererville are praised for their clean living spaces and well-kept common areas.
Personalized attention and communication. Clear communication between staff and families is crucial for peace of mind. Families at Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living appreciate the personalized attention they receive from the staff, including regular updates on their loved ones' care and progress.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Several reviews praise the adaptability of staff when it comes to accommodating residents' needs and preferences. At Virginia Place, for example, the staff was willing to make adjustments to accommodate a resident's dog.
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Lake Station review score based on 60 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 11 Lake Station assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lake Station review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Lake Station review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Lake Station assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 60 reviews of 11 Lake Station assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Station resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Lake Station, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Lake Station assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Station assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Station, 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 Lake Station assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lake Station 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
61.5%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Station assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lake Station Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
34.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Station assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lake Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
61.5%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
29.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Station assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lake Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Station assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Lake Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake Station
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Indiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lake Station protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wittenberg Village, a CCRC, Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living and Residences at Coffee Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lake Station, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 11 assisted living facilities near Lake Station, Indiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lake Station, Indiana are Sunrise of Flossmoor, StoryPoint Schererville and Waterford Estates Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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