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

Schererville sits along Lake Michigan in northeastern Indiana, about 40 miles from Chicago. Out of its nearly 29,700 residents, seniors comprise 19.6%. The city has low violent crime rates, ranking in the top 30% of safest neighborhoods nationwide, and pleasant summer weather for hiking and fishing at local parks and nature preserves. 

Additionally, Schererville houses numerous assisted living communities for seniors seeking personal care assistance to live independently. Assisted living provides housing, meals and 24-hour staff for daily living support or emergencies. It also offers social activities, lifestyle services, including housekeeping and laundry, and shared spaces, such as fitness centers, movie theaters and outdoor courtyards. In Schererville, residents pay about $4,623 per month for assisted living, which is higher than the national median of $4,500 and Indiana's statewide average of $4,283. 

This guide compares care costs in Schererville to those in nearby cities and explores alternative senior care options. Additionally, readers can evaluate quality of life in Schererville and access resources to navigate long-term care options. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Schererville

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Division of Aging registers and monitors assisted living communities in Schererville and across the state. The agency offers a residential care assistance program for facilities and various services for seniors, including preadmission screening and Medicaid assistance, to help them connect with long-term care options aligning with their needs. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Schererville

 

  • Schererville's cost of living is about 4% higher than Indiana's statewide average but 12.7% lower than the national norm, with lower average prices for groceries, utilities and transportation. Housing is a bit expensive compared to Indiana's average costs. However, assisted living communities offer fixed monthly rates for necessities including housing and meals, which can help with affordability. 

 

  • Indiana fully taxes public and private pension income and retirement account withdrawals. However, Social Security retirement benefits are exempt from state income tax, and the state has low property taxes. These tax breaks can provide extra funding to use toward assisted living costs. 

 

  • Schererville has a low violent crime rate compared to U.S. and state figures. The city earns an annual violent crime rate of 0.88 per 1,000 residents, while the United States and Indiana rank at 4 and 3.14, respectively. Assisted living communities also utilize security measures, including locked entrances and 24-hour surveillance, to enhance resident safety. 

 

  • Schererville experiences warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters, with average year-round temperatures ranging from 19 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit. June to September presents the best weather for outdoor activities, although assisted living communities provide indoor amenities and events to keep residents entertained year-round. 

 

  • Health care prices in Schererville are nearly 14% below the national average. Residents also have access to 177 local physicians per 100,000 population. Although this ranks lower than the national median of 210 physicians, the city houses NorthShore Health Centers, a community medical clinic offering primary care and specialty services. Additionally, it's less than 5 miles from several general hospitals, including Community Hospital and Franciscan Health Munster

Paying for Assisted Living in Schererville

 

In Schererville, assisted living costs $4,623 per month, although this price can vary, depending on services and amenities. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors in Schererville pay a monthly rate of $4,623 for assisted living. This lands about 7.4% higher than Indiana's statewide average and 2.7% higher than the national median. In Lafayette, seniors pay a higher rate than those in Schererville at $5,255. Michigan City and Fort Wayne carry lower rates at $3,617 and $3,485, respectively, while South Bend offers a 28.4% price decrease. 

Schererville

$4,623

Indiana

$4,283

United States

$4,500

Lafayette

$5,255

Michigan City

$3,617

Fort Wayne

$3,485

South Bend

$3,308

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Schererville can choose from numerous care options, depending on their needs and preferences. Assisted living has one of the lowest monthly rates at $4,623, offering daily living support and socialization opportunities. For about 11.4% more, residents can age in place with home care for personal care assistance or home health care for skilled nursing services. Nursing home care is the most expensive option due to its around-the-clock medical and personal care support, carrying a rate of $7,133 for a semi-private room. 

In-Home Care

$5,148

Home Health Care

$5,148

Assisted Living Facility

$4,623

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,133

Note: Data for Schererville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Kankakee, was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Schererville

Low-income seniors in Schererville may qualify to receive financial assistance for assisted living through three programs, including Indiana Medicaid, the Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915 (c) Waiver program and the Indiana Residential Care Assistance 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 Schererville

Schererville 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 Schererville, please visit our Assisted Living in Indiana page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Schererville

 

Schererville Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities 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

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Sydney

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Review of StoryPoint Schererville

I toured StoryPoint Schererville. They have good activities. Very friendly accommodations. Everything was perfect, except that the rooms were too small. The one-bedroom rooms are very small. The...

Provider response

Hi Sydney, We are so glad you came in for a tour and found our community accommodating! While we understand that the one-bedroom apartment you toured may not have been what you are looking for, we...

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tboy39

I visited this facility

Review of StoryPoint Schererville

Stepanie.....Awesome.!!.... Dawn........Awesome! Brooke...awesome! I chose this place for my parents because the entire environment felt genuine and fun for seniors. Thanks to the names above who...

Provider response

Hello, Thank you for your review! We love hearing that you chose our community due to the resident- first environment we provide. We have an amazing team that makes it all happen. Thank you!

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The Gish Family

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We, as a family, tried to keep our Mother in home, but after she fell and broke her hip, our circumstances changed. We were familiar with Deer Creek while visiting another family member. We met...

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