Senior Wyze Senior Care & Assisted Living Hammond IN
200 Russell St #101, Hammond, IN, 46320
With the Kankakee River to the south and Lake Michigan to the north, Lake County has long been popular with seniors wanting to explore their surroundings. In fact, almost ...
Lake County has more than 15 assisted living communities for seniors to choose from, which cost an average of $4,841 per month according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2020. Although this is higher than the national and state averages, Lake County’s close proximity to Chicago, IL, and its low cost of living makes the area a great option for seniors looking to retire to a peaceful location with easy access to big-city amenities.
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200 Russell St #101, Hammond, IN, 46320
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Due to its close proximity to Kankakee, Illinois, Lake County’s assisted living costs are likely similar. Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2020 lists the average cost of assisted living here as $4,841 per month. This is $459 above the Indiana state average of $4,382 and more than $500 higher than the U.S. median of $4,300.
Seniors in other parts of Indiana pay less for assisted living than those in Lake County. For example, retirees in Bloomington pay just $2,840, the lowest rate in the state. Cities such as Columbus and Fort Wayne also have monthly assisted living costs of less than $4,000 per month. Elsewhere in Indiana, costs are more comparable to Lake County. Those choosing assisted living in Michigan City pay approximately $4,585, while seniors in Muncie spend $4,645 each month. In Lafayette, rates increase to $4,790, which is just below the cost of assisted living in Lake County.
Across the border, seniors in Chicago, Illinois, can expect to spend more on assisted living, which averages $4,950 per month. Lake County is situated less than 45 miles from Chicago, and considering its low cost of living, the county may be a viable option for seniors looking for a more affordable area that offers easy access to a large urban center.
Lake County/Kankakee, IL
$4,841
Indiana
$4,382
The United States
$4,300
Chicago, IL
$4,950
Michigan City
$4,585
Columbus
$3,225
Bloomington
$2,840
Fort Wayne
$3,503
Muncie
$4,645
Lafayette
$4,790
Indiana’s Regional Care Assistance Program (RCAP) helps seniors pay for the monthly cost of assisted living. The state also offers a Medicaid Waiver program, but it only covers costs for seniors residing in an RCF.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Indiana page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Northwest Indiana Community Action | (219) 794-1829 or (800) 826-7871 | Older adults and caregivers can access information and advice on senior issues at Northwest Indiana Community Action. The organization offers a range of health and wellness programs, including nutrition education and fitness classes, and provides advice on managing chronic illnesses. Case managers are available to assist seniors with making decisions about long-term care options. NWICA also acts as an advocate for residents of assisted living communities and other residential care facilities. |
County Veterans Service Office | (219) 755-3285 | Lake County seniors who’ve served their country in the U.S. military can access support from the County Veteran Service Office. The office provides vets with advice and information on their eligibility for state and federal benefits, such as VA pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits, and assists with preparing and completing the relevant application forms and documents. |
YMCA of Northwest Indiana | (219) 881-9922 | The YMCA of Northwest Indiana offers a range of health, wellness and educational activities for adults aged 60 and older. In addition to being a provider of Silver Sneakers, Prime and Silver Fit programs, the YMCA also brings together Lake County residents through its Live Healthy Senior Program that includes morning fitness classes followed by lunch and a variety of recreational and social activities in the afternoon. |
Curb-to-Curb Transportation Service | (219) 663-3869 | Lake County Community Services runs the Curb-to-Curb Transportation Service for seniors and those with disabilities. This on-demand service offers door-to-door transportation to any destination within central and southern Lake County. Eligible seniors can call the organization to make a reservation, and all vehicles in the fleet feature wheelchair lifts. |
Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) | (800) 826-7871 | Indiana’s Health Insurance Assistance Program offers free counseling to older adults in Lake County. Its trained volunteers provide impartial advice on a range of options, including Medicare, Medicaid, prescription drug coverage and low-income assistance, to help seniors make informed decisions about their health insurance. |
Hammond Public Library | (219) 931-5100 | The Hammond Public Library hosts a range of classes, book clubs and events for adults and seniors in Lake County. Residents can sign up for free computer classes covering a range of topics, including email, internet and social media basics, working with Microsoft Word and Excel and how to access the library’s eBooks and eResources. |
Lake County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Indiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page for more information about these laws.
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