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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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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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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The GlennPark Senior Living community has worked out for our loved one because at the time of our tour they allowed smoking in the rooms, however now they no longer allow smoking for new residents but the...
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.
Hello, My name is Jeremy Otte and I am the Residence Manager at GlennPark. I am so happy that you are taking time to learn about our community. GlennPark is located on the south side of Defiance and it is our pleasure to welcome you with some 'southern hospitality'. When you arrive, notice the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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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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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My father has atrial fibrillation. He takes a medication that stops his blood pressure rising when he stands up. This also caused him to pass out and get what is known as a hang man fracture. He’s lucky to...
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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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.
Welcome to Seacoast at Summers Pointe, a well-established senior care provider known for our assisted living and transitional care programs. We're committed to making sure residents are comfortable, engaged and cared for. Our assisted living community provides residents with a warm, hometown feel...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Decatur, IN

The average cost of senior living in Decatur is $5,740 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Markle, IN with an average of $3,128 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Decatur, IN vs. nearby cities

Decatur, IN
$5,740/mo
$5,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Decatur, IN vs. the state and national average

Decatur, IN
$5,740/mo
$3,855/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Decatur vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,740/mo
$7,854/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Decatur, IN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,558/mo
Studio
$3,924/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,145/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,717/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,537/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Decatur over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Decatur, IN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Decatur.

What families are saying about assisted living in Decatur

Recent reviews for assisted living in Decatur

Astral at Auburn

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Astral at Auburn and everything has been great for her at this facility so far. We moved her here from a different facility where things were not going as well. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, care services, meals and activities are ...
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Chapman Place in Fort Wayne, IN

4.1
I feel my loved one is safe there. They are good at communicating changes in his condition. He likes the food, which is important. It's clean overall, although they've had some staffing shortages with housekeeping.

Fountain Park Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bryan, OH

4.7
They are really so kind and very helpful. I can tell that they really like and genuinely care for my mom. They look out for her and are doing all they can to help her in any way they can. Mom is not quite as advanced in her dementia as some of the other residents are, and most of the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Hearth and Home at Van Wert, the outstanding administrator, [name removed], is praised for her welcoming attitude towards residents and families. At Cedar Creek of Fort Wayne, the staff is described a ...
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Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at Autumn Trace Senior Communities Columbia City, the staff organizes regular trips to Ribfest and invites two-person bands to perform for residents. At StoryPoint Fort Wayne West, resid ...
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Fresh and home-cooked meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At StoryPoint Fort Wayne West, the food is described as 'great' and 'delicious', and at Autumn Trace Senior Communities Columbia City, residents rave about the 'awesome' mea ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. At Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place, the staff is commended for their diligence in maintaining the landscape, ensuring that residents have a pleasant livi ...
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Thorough and timely communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, so that everyone can stay informed and make sure care needs are being met. At Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place, the staff sets regular meetings with residents and their loved ones to discuss care plans and conc ...
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Accommodating and understanding staff. Reviews mention the accommodating nature of staff at various communities, who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home. At Tipton Place, the staff is described as 'friendly' and 'helpful', and at Cedar Creek of Fort Wayne, residents appreciate that the staff is 'patient' and 'under ...
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Decatur review score based on 250 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 250 reviews of 69 Decatur assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Decatur 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

Decatur review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Decatur, IN69 facilities
8.4
Monroe, IN99 facilities
9.2
Monroeville, IN11 facilities

Review subcategories for Decatur 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 250 reviews of 69 Decatur assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Decatur 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Decatur assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Decatur assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Decatur, 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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
60.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.5%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Decatur 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 Decatur Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Decatur, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Decatur 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 Decatur partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Decatur, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Decatur 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 Decatur communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Decatur, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.8%
42%
Room service
Room service
43.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Decatur 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 Decatur offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Decatur, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
52.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
36.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Decatur

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 Decatur protect seniors.

Learn about Indiana Assisted Living regulations

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Georgetowne Place, Trustwell Living at Miller Place and Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Decatur, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 92 assisted living facilities near Decatur, Indiana. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Decatur, Indiana are Georgetowne Place, Trustwell Living at Miller Place and Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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