The Stratford
2460 Glebe Street, Carmel, IN, 46032
4.8
(20 reviews)
"Carmel’s Premier Continuing Care Retirement Community Experience luxury senior living at The Stratford of Carmel, Indiana. Members of o..."
READ MORECarmel is an award-winning city that is home to a large number of older adults: Seniors 65 years of age and older make up 13.3% of the city’s 101,068 residents. They can access care at medical facilities such as Ascension St. Vincent Carmel and the IU Health North Hospital, both of which are capable of cancer and orthopedic care, among other specialties. For a semiprivate room in a nursing home, on a monthly basis, the average Carmel senior pays a bit less ($7,209) than does the average American ($7,756), according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey.
Nursing homes provide a level of aid that is unsurpassed outside of hospital settings. Typically, help is available around the clock, and skilled care comes from registered nurses. Doctors regularly check in on patients. That means nursing homes usually cost more than home health care or assisted living. Those choices may be better for seniors able to go about their days without advanced levels of monitoring and assistance.
The topics of this guide are the cost of various senior care arrangements and the ways certain Carmel-area organizations support the city’s seniors.
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2460 Glebe Street, Carmel, IN, 46032
4.8
(20 reviews)
"Carmel’s Premier Continuing Care Retirement Community Experience luxury senior living at The Stratford of Carmel, Indiana. Members of o..."
READ MORE14751 Carey Road Carmel, Carmel, IN, 46033
3.5
(26 reviews)
"My mother who is in her 90s and nearly blind has been at Bridgewater for about 2 months. When she arrived, she was unable to hold her head up, had no motion in her left arm, was weak on the left side, and had issues swallowing as a result of a stroke..."
READ MORE2907 EAST 136TH STREET, Carmel, IN, 46033
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I have no idea why Medicaire has given this wonderful center such low marks. My Dad has been at McGivney for over 2 years after having been at 3 others in the Indianapolis area. In my opinion, there is just no better place for my father to be. All..."
READ MORE12315 Pennsylvania Street, Carmel, IN, 46032
4.1
(9 reviews)
"My husband was in Wellbrook for 2 weeks after 2 weeks in the hospital for CHF. The rehab was first class, top notch rehabilitation. He went from a wheelchair to a walker within days. And came home and not using a walker. The food was excellent due t..."
READ MORE118 Medical Drive, Carmel, IN, 46032
3.6
(13 reviews)
"I had a friend that was living at this facility and I visited her at least 3 times a week and she was always happy that she was there , I know that it is an older place but is very well taken care of always clean and the staff are very friendly the h..."
READ MORE495 Firefly Lane, Carmel, IN, 46032
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Cottages of Carmel is located in beautiful downtown Carmel. This facility is top notch cleanly, and offers its residents a fully catered meal three times a day. With lots of activities planned daily to keep residents entertained, Cottages of Carmel g..."
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118 MEDICAL DRIVE, Carmel, IN, 46032
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11851 Cumberland Road, Fishers, IN, 46037
4.0
(30 reviews)
"My mom has only been in Hamilton Trace for a little while now, but so far I'm happy with it. They've been very, very accommodating. She had to go there for rehab, and then they got us an apartment. She can also transition to assisted living when she ..."
READ MORE1667 Sheridan Rd, Noblesville, IN, 46062
4.2
(25 reviews)
"My brother is in Harbour Manor. He's been in the rehabilitation wing for a little bit now. They're very friendly. The staff is willing to do whatever they need to do. He's so far been very satisfied with the food...."
READ MORE8140 Township Line Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46260
4.4
(14 reviews)
"Marquette Manor is very, very nicely appointed. They're right across the street from the medical facility so it is very convenient. They are excellent and the only drawback was that their waitlist is very long. The only issue is that they didn't fit ..."
READ MORE8505 Woodfield Crossing Blvd, Indianapolis, IN, 46240
4.1
(16 reviews)
"Beautiful new facility with state of the art equipment and surroundings. Bright and sunny. Wonderful attentive staff. ..."
READ MORE2140 W. 86th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46260
3.9
(14 reviews)
"Spring Mill Meadows was a very comfortable and quiet place. The staff was nice and great. The place was family home-like, nice and clean. The dining area was nice and clean, too. They will also cook for you...."
READ MORE295 Westfield Rd., Noblesville, IN, 46060
4.1
(10 reviews)
"My dad's rehab was here after hip replacement surgery. Staff was very quick with his needs and therapy was good at keeping him motivated. They gave him therapy exercises he could do at home which I really appreciate...."
READ MORE2345 WEST 86TH STREET, Indianapolis, IN, 46260
4.7
(3 reviews)
"My mother Faye was a resident here. She was an active member of the St. AUGUSTINE GUILD for many years until she fell ill. Her short time living here was exceptional..The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The food is healthy and fresh. The entire s..."
READ MORE776 N. Union St., Westfield, IN, 46074
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My mother is now in Maple Park Village. It is more like a hospital-like environment. The rooms are shared, a little bit more clinical, and the beds are hospital-issued beds. However, they keep my mother super active. There are a lot of physical activ..."
READ MORE2002 West 86 Th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46260
4.5
(4 reviews)
"My mother has been staying in Golden LivingCenter. Our experience with them has been good, although you can't do anything because of the COVID, but it's OK. They're good, and the staff there is good. The place is convenient and well-kept...."
READ MORE9730 Prairie Lakes Blvd E, Noblesville, IN, 46060
4.0
(6 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious and kept clean. The entire facility is kept clean by having a housekeeping staff that spends the entire day cleaning. This group of people are not just here for a few hours to tidy up rooms. . . they are cleaning all day long. O..."
READ MOREIn Carmel, the average semiprivate nursing home room costs $7,209 per month, and the average private room costs $9,003 monthly.
Compared to those in the United States as a whole, Carmel’s nursing homes charge $547 less per month, on average, for semiprivate rooms. However, Indiana’s statewide average cost is $7,133, or $76 less than Carmel’s.
Regarding nearby cities, for semiprivate rooms, the nursing homes of Terre Haute and Muncie charge $6,464 and 6,578 per month, respectively. That makes them noticeably cheaper than Carmel. However, Carmel is only $61 more expensive than Bloomington. Columbus, meanwhile, is pricier than Carmel, at $7,254 per month.
Carmel
$7,209
Indiana
$7,133
The United States
$7,756
Muncie
$6,578
Columbus
$7,254
Terre Haute
$6,464
Long-term planning decisions may become easier with a grasp of different care types’ price points. In Carmel, the least expensive option is adult day health care ($1,679 per month). The corresponding rates for home care and home health care are $4,385 and $4,767, respectively. Assisted living facilities average $4,573 monthly. Semiprivate nursing home rooms cost an average of $7,209, and private rooms run an average of $9,003.
Home care
$4,385
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,679
Assisted living
$4,573
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,209
Nursing home (private room)
$9,003
Note: Data for Carmel was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Indianapolis, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Different resources can help seniors in need of varying levels of aid. Some of the below offerings make it more feasible for seniors to age in place at home, thus pushing the need for more advanced care farther into the future. Other services make it easier to transition into senior living arrangements with higher levels of oversight and assistance, such as nursing homes, once that becomes necessary.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Meals on Wheels Hamilton County | (317) 776-7159 | Homebound seniors who are unable to obtain or prepare food can receive help from Meals on Wheels, which delivers meals to those in need. No income restrictions apply. The organization accepts referrals, and individuals can also apply on their own. Meals on Wheels contacts enrollees’ physicians for advice on formulating meal plans. The organization delivers both hot lunches as well as frozen meals for weekends. In some circumstances, Meals on Wheels subsidizes the cost of food deliveries. Pet food is available, too. |
Veterans Services | (317) 776-9610 | In Hamilton County, the Veterans Services office assists seniors who served in the military as well as their dependents. Survivors may contact the office for aid, too. Among other matters, help is available with burial and health care benefits as well as life insurance and pensions. The office may be able to help seniors access long-term care, including in a VA-affiliated nursing home. |
Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County | (317) 674-8777 | The Shepherd’s Center runs multiple programs that help older adults. For instance, volunteers from the Community Care program assist with house cleaning, transportation and other daily tasks. Another program is Reaching Resources, which helps seniors find other sources of aid. Additionally, its Guardianship Program assists incapacitated seniors. Anyone 55 years of age or older can access the center’s offerings at no cost. |
PrimeLife Enrichment | (317) 815-7000 | PrimeLife Enrichment’s Community Outreach program aids individuals 50 years of age and older in locating helpful support services. Additionally, the program’s coordinator can assist in situations involving medical problems, abuse and other issues. PrimeLife also makes volunteers available to homebound seniors; the volunteers provide companionship and assistance. Non-emergency transportation is another offering. |
CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions | (317) 254-5465 | As the Area Agency on Aging serving Carmel, CICOA makes seniors’ lives easier in a variety of ways. Its counselors help seniors maximize Medicare and Medicaid benefits. Additionally, its Aging & Disability Resource Center agents answer callers’ questions regarding long-term care facilities, among other topics. |
Nursing Homes
YSK
3
Review of Carmel Health & Living Community
August 26, 2023. There is COVID in the facility! There is no posting on the door to this section that 3 people have tested positive to covid. This facility is very large with many different in and...
Nursing Homes
MelBil
5
Review of Wellbrooke of Carmel
My husband was in Wellbrook for 2 weeks after 2 weeks in the hospital for CHF. The rehab was first class, top notch rehabilitation. He went from a wheelchair to a walker within days. And came home...
Provider response
Hello, we are thrilled to hear that your husband's stay at Wellbrooke of Carmel was so positive and restorative. Resident care is our top priority, so it means a lot to know that our high standards...
Nursing Homes
ynhappy
1
Review of Carmel Health & Living Community
Care on the weekends is terrible . They have little staff and residents have to fend for themselves. During the week it's not to bad but all it takes is one infection that goes unchecked and your...