The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in LaPorte, IN for 2024

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There are 16 Assisted Living Facilities in the LaPorte area, with 1 in LaPorte and 15 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in LaPorte is $2,900 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include La Porte with an average starting cost of 2,835.

To help you with your search, browse the review below for assisted living facilities in LaPorte. On average, consumers rate assisted living in LaPorte . Better rated regions include La Porte with an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars.

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Located about an hour's drive from Chicago, the city of La Porte, Indiana, may be a good choice for seniors who prefer affordability and small-town charm to the bustle and expense of living in a major metropolis. The city has grown to 22,000 people, with just over 15.3 percent being 65 and over.

Seniors and their families who are looking for an assisted living community in the La Porte area have at least 16 from which to select, including those in neighboring cities such as Michigan City and Portage. In La Porte, as in the rest of Indiana, assisted living communities are licensed by the Indiana State Department of Health as Residential Care Facilities (RCFs).

• Seniors at assisted living facilities in the La Porte area may have the opportunity to take supervised trips to local points of interest, including La Porte County Historical Society Museum, Luhr County Park or one of the city's many eateries.
• Budget-savvy seniors appreciate La Porte's affordability. The city's overall living costs are 86.4, 13.6 points below the U.S. national average. Health care is 81, compared to the U.S. average of 100, and the cost of groceries is also low at 88.7.
• The La Porte area is home to world-class medical facilities, including La Porte Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
• TransPorte, La Porte's public bus system, provides curb-to-curb service. Reservations must be made at least a day in advance. Seniors who need assistance to use the buses must have a personal assistant, who can ride with them free of charge.
  
• La Porte has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Real Services, Inc. Area Agency on Aging, an organization that provides case management, information and referrals, as well as one senior center.
  
• Seniors who enjoy outdoor activities may be put off by La Porte's severe winters. The city's average winter low temperature is 17 degrees Fahrenheit. Summers are more moderate with highs of 83 degrees. 

Assisted Living costs in LaPorte start around $2,900 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in LaPorte and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.