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9 Best Nursing Homes in Smith, IN

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Smith nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Smith, IN may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Smith or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Smith.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Washington Historic District, Morgan Park and Western Acres.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Magee, Union Mills and Wellsboro.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Smith, IN

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7%
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I think it's a very nice facility. Its clean. My family member seems to be happy here. I like the rooms on the assisted living side. The apartment is very nice. The bathroom is nice and big for her in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Brentwood at La Porte is a senior care community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services in La Porte, Indiana. Our stunning community is located in a peaceful residential area just ten miles south of Lake Michigan in the heart of La Porte. La Porte is a highly...
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The Staff at Trustwell Senior Living is great and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far .
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.
Trustwell Living at Settlers Place is located in the small town of La Porte, Indiana. We are on the southeast edge of town, where we can enjoy the beautiful farmland and also be close to downtown for activities and shopping. We encourage our residents to enjoy the outdoors and offer...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...
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Cost of nursing homes in Smith, IN

The average cost of senior living in Smith is $4,590 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kingsford Heights, IN with an average of $4,318 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Smith, IN vs. nearby cities

Smith, IN
$4,590/mo
$4,330/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Smith, IN vs. the state and national average

Smith, IN
$4,590/mo
$4,172/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Smith vs. other types of senior living

$4,873/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,590/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Smith, IN by room type

Semi-Private
$2,484/mo
Studio
$3,543/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,190/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,308/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Smith

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Smith

Trail Creek Place Memory Care in Michigan City, IN

5.0
The facility is clean, cozy and home like. The staff is compassionate, attentive and respectful. Moving my loved one into Trail Creek Place was the best choice. Their activities director does an outstanding job of keeping the residents active and engaged. Trail Creek Place also has their dining ...
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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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Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Smith nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smith nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smith, 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 Smith 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 Smith that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smith, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
42.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
42.9%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
42.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smith 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 Smith Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smith, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smith 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 Smith partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smith, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Smith 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 Smith communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smith, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smith 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 Smith offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smith, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Residences at Coffee Creek, Trail Creek Place Memory Care and Aviva Valparaiso are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Smith, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Smith, Indiana. See the full list.

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