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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Terre Haute, IN for 2024

Terre Haute, IN, has a rich history for seniors who are passionate about the American past. Of its population of approximately 58,300 people, 15.1% are seniors aged 65 and over. Terre Haute offers a low cost of living, a moderate climate in summer and reasonable health care costs. The city is served by Terre Haute Regional Hospital and Union Hospital, so older adults have easy access to medical care.

When seniors can no longer live safely in their own homes due to health issues, they may choose to move to an assisted living community. Assisted living offers help with personal care, medication, meals and housekeeping as well as activities and socialization. Terre Haute’s seniors pay approximately $4,948 per month for assisted living care. This is higher than the national average of $4,500 and significantly above the Indiana average of $4,283.

This guide will help seniors and their families determine whether assisted living in Terre Haute is a good fit. It provides information on the benefits and drawbacks of the city, cost comparisons, ideas about how to pay for care and a list of further resources.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Terre Haute

The Indiana Department of Health’s Division of Home and Community Based Care licenses and regulates assisted living communities. Its licensing process ensures that facilities meet strict standards and that seniors receive the care and accommodations they need. The department regularly inspects facilities and offers an online directory with information about each community.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Terre Haute

  • Terre Haute’s cost of living falls well below the national average. On a 100-point scale with 100 as the U.S. average, Terre Haute comes in at 74.4. This is also below the Indiana average of 83.7. Housing and transportation are especially inexpensive in Terre Haute with ratings of 37.2 and 79.7, respectively. Groceries and utilities also come in below average.
  • Health care costs in Terre Haute stand at 91.8 on a 100-point scale. This means that Terre Haute’s residents pay about 8.2% less for health care than the average U.S. resident. The city also offers a greater number of physicians on average than many other locations.
  • The city has comfortable summers but chilly, snowy winters. The summer climate comfort index is 8.2 on a scale of 10, while winter comes in at 5.2. July’s highs soar into the mid to upper 80s while January’s lows dip into the upper teens. However, the area’s overall comfort index stands at 7.1, which is just above the U.S. average.
  • Terre Haute’s residents may appreciate the city’s lower-than-average violent crime rate, which stands at 19.4 on a 100-point scale. The U.S. average is 22.7. The city’s property crime rate, however, is somewhat high at 69.7. Law enforcement agencies are well aware of these trends and working to combat property crime to make the city even safer.
  • Two major hospitals serve the people of Terre Haute. Terre Haute Regional Hospital provides primary care and a wide range of specialty services, including orthopedics, cardiology, oncology and a trauma center. Union Hospital also offers a full spectrum of care, so seniors have plenty of options to meet their health needs.

Paying for Assisted Living in Terre Haute

Assisted living communities in Terre Haute charge approximately $4,948 per month for their services, but prices may vary based on customized care packages.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living rates in Terre Haute are on the high side. In fact, Terre Haute’s prices are higher than the national average by over $400 and the Indiana average by $665 per month. Other Indiana cities also show costs below those of Terre Haute. Kokomo’s rates are lowest at $3,250, while prices in Bloomington stand at $4,283. Indianapolis’ assisted living communities charge $470 less than their counterparts in Terre Haute, while Columbus’ prices come in $287 lower.

Terre Haute

$4,948

Indiana

$4,283

United States

$4,500

Columbus

$4,661

Bloomington

$4,283

Kokomo

$3,250

Indianapolis

$4,478

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Terre Haute have a variety of senior care options to choose from, and assisted living stands in the middle price-wise. If seniors want to stay in their own homes, they might choose in-home care or home health care, which offers light medical services, at a cost savings of $1,325 compared to assisted living. Nursing home care is far more comprehensive and, therefore, more expensive at $6,692 for a semiprivate room.

In-Home Care

$3,623

Home Health Care

$3,623

Assisted Living Facility

$4,948

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,692

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Terre Haute

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Terre Haute

Seniors in Terre Haute have access to free resources to help them solve problems, access necessary programs and remain active. They may gather at the senior center for activities, contact Thrive to enroll in services, work with an ombudsman to file a complaint, meet with a representative from the Veteran’s Assistance Office or obtain legal aid.

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Wabash Activity Center(812) 232-3245The Wabash Activity Center is a gathering place where seniors can enjoy meals, take part in games and classes and participate in special events. The calendar is packed with activities nearly every day of the week.
Thrive(812) 238-1561Thrive's Aging & Disability division offers a nutrition program, transportation, vehicle modification, legal assistance and care counseling. The organization also provides a resource center that seniors can use to learn about Medicare, Social Security, support groups, community assistance and insurance. Thrive's goal is to help seniors attain high quality of life.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 622-4484Indiana's long-term care ombudsman program works with residents of long-term care communities to make sure that they know their rights and receive the protection they deserve. The ombudsman also handles senior care complaints and works to solve problems in a way that benefits residents.
Veteran's Assistance Office(812) 462-3261The Veteran's Assistance Office helps veterans and their families access military records and apply for benefits and services. These may include health care, pensions, burial funds and financial assistance. Veterans can also find help applying for property tax exemptions and transportation.
Indiana Legal Services(844) 243-8570Indiana Legal Services offers free legal assistance for clients who meet income requirements. Seniors can receive help with wills and estate planning, care concerns, advance directives, consumer issues and elder abuse. The organization also offers a wealth of self-help information online.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Terre Haute

Terre Haute Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Indiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page for more information about these laws.

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Deanna

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Review of Silver Birch of Terre Haute

We enjoyed talking to the lady at Silver Birch of Terre Haute. She was in charge of marketing, and she answered questions without us even asking. She was very knowledgeable and seemed to enjoy her...

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Carmela

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Review of Silver Birch of Terre Haute

I toured Silver Birch of Terre Haute. I didn't care how the apartments were arranged and it looked more like a nursing home than assisted living. The residents were just sitting there, and the...

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Carmela

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Review of Sycamore Manor

I had a pretty good tour at Sycamore Manor. The staff covered everything. They had a little library, an area to see movies, an activity room, and they had a little courtyard. It was nice, and I...

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Carmela, thanks for visiting us and for sharing your thoughts on that visit. We were glad to read that you liked everything that you saw and are glad you were able to join us for a meal. Please let...

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