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

Also serving communities of Lake Station, Hobart.

There are 12 Assisted Living Facilities in the Portage area, with 3 in Portage and 9 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Portage is $3,406 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Merrillville with an average starting cost of 2,979.

To help you with your search, browse the 314 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Portage. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Portage 4.38 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Merrillville with an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars.

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Assisted Living Facilities in Portage, Indiana

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Portage

The city of Portage is located in Porter County, Indiana, near Lake Michigan. The city hosts an annual Senior Health Fair every spring, providing local seniors with free health screenings and the opportunity to visit with dozens of area vendors. The senior community in Portage is fairly large, accounting for nearly 15% of the 37,000-person population.  

Seniors who need assistance with daily living activities may choose to transition to a local assisted living facility. In Portage, as in the rest of Indiana, assisted living facilities may also be referred to as residential care facilities. They are licensed through the Family and Social Services Agency Division of Aging. Portage has two assisted living facilities, and there are nine more nearby in cities like Hobart and Chesterton.  

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Portage

  • While Portage retirees do not pay state income tax on their Social Security benefits, they do pay taxes on withdrawals from retirement savings accounts and income from government and private pensions.
  • While particle pollution levels in Portage are fairly low, the city has very high ozone pollution levels. This may be a concern for some seniors with certain medical conditions who are considering relocating to this city for assisted living. 
  • The Portage area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Portage Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. 
  • While Portage does not have its own public transportation system, disabled and elderly residents can receive transportation services through Porter County's door-to-door demand-response transportation program. Low-income seniors may be eligible to receive a subsidy to help pay their fare.
  • Portage is rated safer than 44% of U.S. cities and 27% of Indiana cities of all sizes. Violent crime occurs at a higher rate here than in the average U.S. city, though the property crime rate is near the national median. Seniors researching local assisted living options may want to find a facility with security features like high-security locks.
  • Portage has warm, humid summers with July highs in the low-80s. In general, winters are cold with January lows in the teens and an average snowfall of 39 inches. The area's climate may be a consideration for seniors who prefer mild weather year-round.   

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Paying for Assisted Living in Portage

Assisted Living costs in Portage start around $3,406 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 Portage 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.

Cities in Indiana

Schererville

$4,514

Chesterton

$4,129

US

$4,000

Crown Point

$3,660

Valparaiso

$3,616

Portage

$3,406

Merrillville

$2,979

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Portage

Portage seniors have access to three state-funded programs that may help cover assisted living expenses, including the Indiana Residential Care Assistance ProgramMedicaid and the Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915 (c) waiver program.  

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

Financial Assistance in Indiana

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 Assisted Living Resources in Portage

Portage and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Portage, please visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Portage

Portage-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.

Laws and Regulations in Indiana

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Ingram8493

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Miller's Senior Living Community of Portage

So many kind and caring people at Miller's! The food is excellent with so many options to choose from. Lots of activities to keep people as involved as they like.

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Assisted Living

Dennis

I visited this facility

Review of Miller's Senior Living Community of Portage

We toured Miller's Senior Living Community of Portage. That place was over and above excellent. The grounds were beautiful. The inside was very clean. They even had an ice cream parlor inside the...

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Assisted Living

WComer

I visited this facility

Review of Miller's Senior Living Community of Portage

Have a lot to offer. Nursing staff and Personal Care team were nice and knowledgeable. Chef was great and food tasted wonderful. Several Apartment types to chose from- even have nice patios....

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