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10 Best Nursing Homes in St Joseph County, IN

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a St Joseph County 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 St Joseph County, 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 St Joseph County or another care type is right for you. Browse 38 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in St Joseph County.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near St Joseph County, IN

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9.9
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48 reviews
9.9
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48 reviews
5 star
83%
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The most important thing is people who truly care. I have entrusted my mother to the people of Northwoods Village and they treat her with genuine kindness at all times. Every time I visit, the staff is...
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.
North Woods Village Edison Lakes provides residents with an assisted living community that is located in Mishawaka, Indiana, a part of St. Joseph County. This community offers residents a comfortable place to live, and the city of Mishawaka is a beautiful location to visit or to call home. Guests...
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9.4
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71 reviews
9.4
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71 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
24%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
1 star
4%
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[name removed], the intake coordinator was extremely helpful. She made the decision to choose Cedarhurst at Edison Lakes incredibly easy. My mother is content at this facility. Her apartment is exactly what...
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.
Live like a princess or prince at Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes, an Independent Living community in Mishawaka, Indiana, that boasts a new building and beautifully manicured grounds. Our community in the 'Princess City' offers the freedom to live the way residents choose in comfortable surroundings....
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
11 reviews
9.0
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11 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
9%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
27%
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We couldn’t have made a better decision. The staff is awesome and the community is so well kept and clean. My Mom has made so many new friends and keeps busy with all of the great activities. My Mom is...
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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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
45 reviews
8.9
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45 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
36%
3 star
9%
2 star
2%
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0%
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The employees are great and ever so kind. The facilities are nice as well. They offer lots to keep the residents busy including shopping days! I would say that they seems a little under staffed,...
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.
Find Redefined IndependenceIf you’re looking for a more refined senior living, look no further. Here, you’ll enjoy exceptional living accommodations, a seemingly endless activities calendar, and care that prioritizes your independence.We are an assisted living community in South Bend, Indiana, a...
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77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.3
Review score
46 reviews
8.3
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46 reviews
5 star
30%
4 star
35%
3 star
13%
2 star
9%
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13%
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The staff is friendly and helpful. Very caring with the residents. My mom loves the food and they are very accommodating with her likes because she is a picky eater. My mom enjoys the activities especially...
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.
Find Your Redefined Independence HereNot all senior living communities are created equal. In our comfortable, welcoming community you’ll find a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with, in a community that feels just like home sweet home. And because we’ll...
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33 Photos available
8.2
Review score
56 reviews
8.2
Review score
56 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
32%
3 star
11%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
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The staff has been very good. When we had some questions or concerns we were able to confront them and resolve them quickly. They kept us informed when there were any concerns that we needed to know about....
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.
Tanglewood Trace is an independent and assisted living community in Mishawaka, Indiana. Mishawaka is a vibrant city located near South Bend. Mishawaka is a quaint and charming city, known for its Midwestern charm, friendly people and abundance of outdoor spaces. Home to one of the largest...
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1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.8
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37 reviews
7.8
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37 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
22%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
11%
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***There were only 3 concerns we had while mom was at Heritage Point: 1) POA information in the paper chart was forever being changed without our knowledge. 2) My mother was released for a overnight visit....
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.
Heritage Point Alzheimer's Special Care is an assisted living community located in Mishawaka, Indiana, in Joseph County and home to just over 48,000 people. Nicknamed 'the Princess City,' Mishawaka has beautiful planned communities along the St. Joe River. Residents will enjoy the scenic parks...
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88 Photos available
7.5
Review score
56 reviews
7.5
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56 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
34%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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My loved one is a resident at Grand Emerald Place and things have been good overall. However, some of the nurses are not as friendly as others. It depends on day shift and night shift, both are ruder and...
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.
Grand Emerald Place provides residents (and their pets) with a home-like environment, support for activities of daily living, and a community where they can thrive. We develop personalized care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day...
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5 star
48%
4 star
42%
3 star
10%
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The room is very nice and adequate for my loved one there. The staff are all very pleasant and help the residents as quickly as they can.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At BellTower Health & Rehabilitation, we work to help each patient reach their individual healthcare goals. We take a comprehensive physical, emotional and spiritual approach to care. Our staff takes a synergetic approach in working with each patient, their loved ones and independent...
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This is a wonderful community. The staff is outstanding. The cleanliness is outstanding and we like knowing that the atmosphere is very good and she is happy with the good variety of meals. They offer a lot...
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.
A new generation of older adults is enjoying longer, healthier lives. They are determined to remain active, involved and as independent as possible, even when health challenges arise. For them, a different approach to health and wellness has arrived at Wellbrooke of South Bend. Wellbrooke is not...
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Photo of The Woodridge Village
55 Photos available
5 star
52%
4 star
21%
3 star
15%
2 star
9%
1 star
3%
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Mom is very happy here, it is a smaller facility with a very homey setting. [name removed] the marketing lady is awesome, we are there because of her. she gave us great feedback in the beginning and answered...
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.
Celebrate Life at Wood Ridge! Wood Ridge can provide for all your assisted living needs in a comfortable home-like setting. We are located in a beautiful wooded area where you can enjoy the serenity of nature while being close to shopping and medical services. Our residents enjoy many amenities...
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77 Photos available
2.0
Review score
10 reviews
2.0
Review score
10 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
20%
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We have not eaten a meal their ourselves yet, but the feedback we get from our loved one is that she enjoys them. The activities are starting to open back up, they are not letting in outside visitors. There...
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
When considering assisted living choices or nursing care in Michiana, it is worth a trip to see the beautiful apartments at the Arbors at Southfield Village. In addition, should the need arise, The Meadows at Southfield Village provides short and long term skilled nursing care. Because it is...
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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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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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.
Cardinal Nursing & Rehabilitation is 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...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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, 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
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, 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.
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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: 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.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in St Joseph County, IN

The average cost of senior living in St Joseph County is $4,447 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Etna Green, IN with an average of $3,436 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in St Joseph County, IN vs. nearby counties

St Joseph County, IN
$4,531/mo
$4,490/mo

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

St Joseph County, IN
$4,531/mo
$4,172/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in St Joseph County vs. other types of senior living

$5,024/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,531/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in St Joseph County, IN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,953/mo
Studio
$4,537/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,840/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,230/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,645/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in St Joseph County over time

St Joseph County, ININ stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in St Joseph County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in St Joseph County

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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Woodland Manor in Elkhart, IN

5.0
Thanks to everyone for taking such good care of my dad. He has said so many positive things. I really appreciate every one of you!

Brentwood at LaPorte in La Porte, IN

5.0
We are thankful that we found Brentwood for mom. After breaking her hip we were not sure what to do next. The hospital sent her to rehab and that lasted only 24 days before another move was needed. Being out of state we were unsure what to do. We called a place for mom and they recommended ...
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St Joseph County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Joseph County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Joseph County, 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 St Joseph County 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 St Joseph County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.4%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.6%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.2%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.4%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.8%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St Joseph County 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 St Joseph County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Joseph County 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 St Joseph County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in St Joseph County 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 St Joseph County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in St Joseph County 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 St Joseph County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Joseph County, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

North Woods Village at Edison Lakes, StoryPoint Granger and Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near St Joseph County, Indiana. See full list of communities.

There are 38 nursing homes facilities near St Joseph County, Indiana. See the full list.

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