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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Chesterton, IN for 2024

Chesterton, IN, is located near Lake Michigan and is approximately an hour southeast of Chicago. The city has a population of 14,375, and 14% of the residents are 65 and older. Seniors who reside in Chesterton have access to excellent medical care, including the Chesterton NorthShore Health Center. It provides a range of services, including chiropractic care, family practice and vision and dental care. The temperate climate and lakeshore access make it a great fit for seniors.

The average cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home in Chesterton is $8,456 per month, and it’s $9,043 for a private room.  This long-term care option is ideal for seniors who need continuous medical supervision but don’t require hospitalization. Nursing homes also provide skilled nursing, therapy, IV and wound care and medication management. Seniors who don’t require 24-hour supervision may opt for assisted living or home health care, both of which tend to cost less.

This guide covers the cost of nursing home care in Chesterton and offers a cost comparison of care throughout the state. It also includes a list of resources to help with senior needs.

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Nursing Home Costs in Chesterton, IN

The cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home in Chesterton is $8,456 per month. This cost may vary depending on each facility. Factors include the types of care and the exact location of the facility.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Seniors in Chesterton typically pay $1,186 more per month than the state average of $7,270 and $548 more than the national average of $7,908. There are more affordable cities in Indiana, such as Fort Wayne, which has an average cost of $7,574, and Indianapolis at $7,057. Terre Haute has one of the lowest costs in the state, at $6,692 per month.

Chesterton

$8,456

United States

$7,270

Fort Wayne

$7,574

Indianapolis

$7,057

Terre Haute

$6,692

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is one of the most affordable types of long-term care for seniors in Chesterton, at $3,617. Seniors who prefer to remain in their homes typically pay less at $5,625 for in-home care and home health care, with the latter including skilled nursing and limited medical care. The most expensive option is a nursing home facility, with the cost of a semiprivate room at $8,456 per month and the cost of a private room at $9,034.

In-Home Care

$5,625

Home Health Care

$5,625

Assisted Living Facility

$3,617

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$8,456

Nursing Home (private room)

$9,034

Note: Data for Chesterton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Michigan City, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Chesterton, IN

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.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including 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.

Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Chesterton, IN

The following resources include help on making nursing home care more affordable for seniors. It also includes where to go for needed programs and services.

ResourceContactService
Northwest Indiana Community Action(219) 794-1829Northwest Indiana Community Action serves as the largest Area Agency on Aging and Community Action Agency in the state. It offers services to help seniors experiencing financial hardship and provides health screenings, fall prevention classes, meals and transportation.
Indiana Division of Aging(317) 232-7148The Indiana Division of Aging helps seniors find the information and assistance they need. It offers referrals to long-term care services and supports, adult protective services, health and wellness, meals, insurance counseling, case management and transportation.
Indiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 457-8283The Indiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for seniors in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Trained volunteers work to resolve complaints of abuse, neglect and fraud and provide education on elder rights. They also offer education on long-term care facilities and their responsibilities.
Porter County Aging and Community Services(219) 464-9736Porter County Aging and Community Services helps seniors address a variety of needs through programs and services. They offer a medical loan closet, insurance counseling, meals and nutrition information and transportation.
Porter County Veterans Services(219) 465-3587Porter County Veterans’ services connect seniors with available programs. These services include benefits assistance, health care referrals, education, insurance counseling and employment opportunities. It also provides information on the Aid and Attendance Housing Benefit, which helps pay for home and community-based services in long-term care.

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