Fort Wayne is over 200 years old and located at the convergence of three rivers — St. Mary’s, St. Joseph, and Maumee Rivers. With 15 museums and over 80 parks, Fort Wayne is a social city with plenty to do. If you’re looking for a senior care facility in a community that meets the needs of seniors, you may want to start by exploring the Fort Wayne senior care facilities listed here.
Many times, a variety of senior care options fall under the umbrella term of “nursing home.” However, that term really refers to a skilled nursing facility where your loved one has 24/7 medical care. A Place for Mom does not partner with nursing homes. However, we do partner with 12 assisted living facilities in the Fort Wayne area, nine of which also offer memory care. Both assisted living and memory care provide assistance for those who are unable to care for themselves — whether that be helping seniors with tasks of daily living or providing care for memory-related issues.
Our partner assisted living and memory care facilities are within a 10-mile radius of the downtown area with its many historic landmarks, parks, museums, restaurants, and shops. This guide includes information on the cost of living in nursing homes and other senior care facilities in Fort Wayne, regulations and licensing requirements in the city, health care options, transportation information, and a full list of things to do in Fort Wayne.
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A nursing home is defined as a skilled nursing facility that provides short- and long-term medical care 24/7. A semi-private room for a nursing home in Fort Wayne is about $7,574 and $9,429 for a private room.[01]
If you are looking for something a little more cost-effective and don’t need 24-hour care, you may want to look into assisted living and memory care options. According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average monthly cost to live in our partner assisted living facilities is $4,100, and the cost for a memory care facility we partner with is $4,502.[01] These figures include associated fees for things like housekeeping, laundry, meals, and personal care services.
When paying for any kind of senior care in Fort Wayne, most individuals pay through a combination of means. These typically include personal funds, Medicaid, and Medicare. Those who were military members or spouses of military members may be eligible for special veterans benefits as well. The more you understand the financial options available to you, the easier it will be to either pay for or offset senior care costs.
Before moving your loved one to any senior care facility in Fort Wayne, you’ll want to understand how the state of Indiana regulates and licenses these communities. In Indiana, all long-term residential facilities that provide care to individuals are all licensed as residential care facilities (RCFs).
All licenses related to senior care facilities are established and set forth by the Indiana State Department of Health (IDOH). To maintain a license, a residential care facility, such as an assisted living or memory care community, must undergo regular inspections. These inspections are handled by the Department of Health’s Long-Term Care Division and occur every nine to 15 months. In addition to being inspected for compliance with state laws, nursing homes must also meet federal regulations and standards.
What are some of the standards of care that Indiana’s senior care communities are expected to maintain? First are resident rights. Residents have the right to live dignified lives and make decisions for themselves. They and any loved ones involved in the admissions and treatment plan process deserve to fully understand their care as well as any financial obligations.
Second, inspections ensure that the senior care facility is operating within legal parameters when it comes to staff-to-patient ratios, sanitation, administration, food and nutrition services, clinical reporting, personal information storage, and infection control. Inspections also consider the activities that residential care facilities make available to their residents.
Although memory care facilities are classified as RCFs, there are some additional specific requirements that must be adhered to when caring for people with memory-related issues.
You can find inspection reports for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and memory care facilities online.
Indiana Department of Health
2 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone 317-233-1325
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
All communal living establishments where residents receive care are encouraged to follow best practices outlined by the Centers of Disease Control (CDC) in an effort to lower the likelihood of spreading COVID-19, the flu, and other infectious diseases.
Senior care facilities in Fort Wayne are as unique as the residents who live there. As you begin to explore our 12 Fort Wayne senior care options partnered with A Place for Mom, you’ll see all the many options available to you. From the architectural layout of the properties to campus amenities like ponds, gardens, and swimming pools, every facility offers its own hallmarks.
Nearly every modern assisted living or memory care facility provides an atmosphere that supports and celebrates aging in place. This is why you’ll find only one stand-alone assisted living facility in all of our partner communities listed in this guide. All other facilities offer residents the opportunity to transition through different types of care as they age. Here’s the breakdown of our partners:
If you’re looking for more choices and are willing to seek nursing home facilities outside the 10-mile radius of Fort Wayne’s downtown, you’ll find an additional seven partner communities within 25 miles.
Life in any assisted living or memory care facility is vibrant and full of activities. From art and cooking classes to scheduled day trips to see live performances, residents are encouraged to take advantage of all the available amenities. Some features include fitness rooms, game rooms, pavilions, libraries, and even on-site bistros. These varying activities and spaces ensure that residents have opportunities to engage in the activities that bring them joy.
At almost all the assisted living and memory care facilities listed in this guide, there’s always a doctor on call. Plus, most have hospice services available. You can even count on visiting specialists like podiatrists and speech therapists to make routine visits to these facilities. This can make it easier on your loved one as they won’t have to travel to get the specialized care they need.
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Seniors living in assisted living and memory care facilities in Fort Wayne generally have on-site options when it comes to getting around the city. Most seniors don’t bring a vehicle. A full 92% of all senior care communities partnered with A Place for Mom offer free transportation services for residents and 33% offer transportation for a fee. This makes it much simpler to travel around Fort Wayne with a caregiver such as a staff member or loved one.
If you or your loved one needs another option, the Community Transportation Network (CTN) is a shuttle service that is accessible and designed specifically for seniors and persons with disabilities. This is a great option for seniors needing scheduled transportation to doctor’s appointments, grocery stores, or outings.
While there are many activities within senior care communities themselves, there are places worth visiting outside these communities as well. Fort Wayne is home to museums, parks, and even an internationally recognized zoo.
Going outdoors doesn’t have to be limited to strolling the manicured grounds and landscaped courtyards of an assisted living or memory care community. There are more than 80 parks, all of which have a distinctive look and feel. If your loved one has a dog, be sure to stop by some of the pet-friendly parks. Head to Lindenwood Nature Preserve for light hiking and bird watching.
Another outside landmark is Parkview Field. When baseball is in full swing, you can watch the Fort Wayne TinCaps play ball. Parkview Field is also home to the Fort Wayne Farmers Market. Here you’ll find locals selling everything from fresh ingredients and baked goods to arts and crafts.
A good way to feel more comfortable in any new city is to visit its museums. The Fort Wayne Museum of Art includes many different exhibits to enjoy and gives both senior and grandparent discounts. The museum is also accessible to those with disabilities.
To enrich your understanding of Fort Wayne’s history, consider stopping by the History Center. Housed in the impressive Old City Hall, the History Center will teach you all you need to know about Allen County. Another plus? Senior visitors 65 and older receive discounted tickets.
Golf is always on the menu for recreational duffers. In Fort Wayne, you’ll find three city-run public golf courses: Foster Park Golf Course, McMillen Park Golf Course and Driving Range, and Shoaff Park Golf Course and Driving Range. Most offer late-day discounts and host tournaments. Of course, if mini-golf is more your speed, the Putt-Putt Fun Center is open late and has special rates for participants ages 55+ as well as for those who are active or retired military members.
When you’d rather be entertained than engage in physical activity, nothing compares with a trip to the zoo. Though the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo sounds like it’s for the younger set, it’s actually arranged to impress all visitors. From leopards and gibbons to turtles and alligators, this zoo has received many awards. Both seniors and veterans can get discounted memberships. All areas of the zoo are designed for 100% accessibility, whether you’re bringing a loved one in a wheelchair or a baby in a stroller.
Georgetowne Place, The Village at Pine Valley and Cedar Creek of Fort Wayne are the top-rated Nursing Homes facilities near Fort Wayne, IN. These Nursing Homes facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Wayne is $3,702 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.
U.S. News & World Report. (2023) Lutheran Health Network – Lutheran Hospital.
U.S News & World Report. (2023). Parkview Regional Medical Center.
U.S News & World Report. (2023). Veterans Affairs Northern Indiana Health Care System.