Brookdale South Bend
17441 State Road 23, South Bend, IN, 46635
4.0
(18 reviews)
"Rooms look great. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Have a cute coffee bar in lobby area...."
READ MORELocated close to the Indiana-Michigan state line, South Bend can be a smart place to retire for seniors who want to save money in their twilight years. The city boasts a cost of living that’s well below the national average, enabling residents to pay less for housing, health care and other necessities. It’s also conveniently located close to a highly rated hospital system and many specialty providers that serve the medical needs of older adults. Of South Bend’s 103,453 residents, almost 13% are 65 and up, which is a bit lower than the national average.
The average monthly price for assisted living in South Bend is $3,308, making the city one of Indiana’s most affordable for long-term care. In assisted living facilities, residents receive personal care, help with activities of daily living, prepared meals, housekeeping and transportation to medical appointments. It’s ideal for seniors who have difficulty living alone but don’t need the level of care provided in a nursing home.
This guide includes benefits and drawbacks of living in South Bend, assisted living prices in nearby cities, costs for other kinds of care and a list of free resources for residents and their families.
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17441 State Road 23, South Bend, IN, 46635
4.0
(18 reviews)
"Rooms look great. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Have a cute coffee bar in lobby area...."
READ MORE3602 S Ironwood Dr, South Bend, IN, 46614
4.7
(14 reviews)
"St. Paul's was a very nice place. It's new, so everything is beautiful. They had a fantastic library; I was impressed. I'm a reader, so that's probably why I'm impressed with the library. The staff were very knowledgeable and very helpful. And I didn..."
READ MORE4010 South Ironwood Drive, South Bend, IN, 46614
4.9
(8 reviews)
"Grand Emerald Place was the closest to where I live. It's very nice and very homey. The building is clean and very well laid out. They have a worship area, an activity room, a nice-sized cafeteria style dining area, a living room, and a little meetin..."
READ MORE6450 Miami Circle, South Bend, IN, 46614
4.8
(5 reviews)
"Southfield Village was very clean and roomy. They were doing an activity when we were there and they had an activities director that was doing it. It was very organized, except they only had a room on the second floor, and that was a no-no for my mom..."
READ MORE17650 Generations Drive, South Bend, IN, 46635
4.7
(3 reviews)
"I like that so many residents like to participate in games and activities. They're very friendly. The staff is great. There's all the comforts of home here. They're pet friendly which is great because I can have my dog here with me and she's friendly..."
READ MORE23435 Brick Road, South Bend, IN, 46628
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The facility itself is very nice and attached to a family home which the owners live in. The owners are courteous, friendly, and seem very competent. The residents were well cared for, and had a fairly strict daily routine. The atmosphere was very "h..."
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52565 State Road 933, South Bend, IN, 46637
3.2
(6 reviews)
"My mother moved into Wellbrooke of South Bend. It's a new place, it's very nice, the staff is very knowledgeable, and they have a rehab facility on the campus. They've been very accommodating with the food, my mom is a vegetarian, they're working on ..."
READ MORE50771 Hollyhock Rd, South Bend, IN, 46637
6330 N. Fir Road, Granger, IN, 46530
4.7
(22 reviews)
"StoryPoint Granger was very spacious. It was beautiful. It had lots of different gathering areas. I saw the residents having dinner and everybody was sitting with everybody, and they were talking. It was just friendly. I could tell they enjoyed being..."
READ MORE430 Cleveland Road East, Granger, IN, 46530
4.2
(18 reviews)
"Brookdale Granger had a very tiny apartment. All you got was a living room, a bedroom, and a bathroom. However, my parents really don't need a lot now in life. They had some of the most wonderful staff I met at any of the facilities I visited. Everyo..."
READ MORE530 Tanglewood Lane, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I had a friend at Tanglewood Trace. I was very familiar with it. They were very helpful. I thought the staff was very good. They had a lovely dining room. I've eaten there with them, and I've talked with the activity director. I actually talked with ..."
READ MORE1410 Deer Run Drive, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
"Providence Home By Fir offers quality, compassionate residential care home in Mishawaka, Indiana in an inviting and peaceful home-like atmos..."
READ MORE1025 Park Place, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
4.7
(15 reviews)
"My dad moved into Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes. It's been a very positive experience, so far. The staff seems knowledgeable, friendly, and have done a really good job of keeping him both clean and fed and in good health. They did a great job on the ren..."
READ MORE820 Cleveland Road, Granger, IN, 46530
4.7
(6 reviews)
"I didn’t tour Village at Arborwood, but I spoke to somebody when I went there to pick up some information. The lobby area looked very inviting and very new, and it was three stories. This one was more ala-carte so you pay a room price, and then anyth..."
READ MORE820 Fulmer Road, Mishawaka, IN, 46544
4.0
(12 reviews)
"I brought my father here to visit a friend and noticed how happy and at home all the residents were. The apartments there are bigger than what I expected, so beautifully updated too. While I was there, there was a holiday party going on for New Years..."
READ MORE1540 S Logan Street, Mishawaka, IN, 46544
4.2
(9 reviews)
"I went to Hellenic Senior Living of Mishawaka. It was very nice, very clean. They had a lot of activities. It had a bedroom, a little living room, and a little kitchenette. They had a nice cafeteria downstairs. The staff were all very friendly, very ..."
READ MORE54515 Rte 933, PO Box 303, Notre Dame, IN, 46556
4.3
(4 reviews)
"The staff have been very welcoming from the very beginning. Now even after my parents have moved in they greet me when I come to visit. The staff is wonderful in communicating updates on my parents. Mom and dad are so happy to not have to cook any m..."
READ MORE811 E 12TH ST, Mishawaka, IN, 46544
3.3
(3 reviews)
"All in all the staff was very accomodating. My grandfather admittedly wasn't the best resident and caused quite a lot of problems, but the staff remained professional and maintained quality care. The facilities could be improved to include more spa..."
READ MORE3630 Hickory Rd, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
2.7
(3 reviews)
"My sister has moved into Silver Birch of Mishawaka. She is in assisted living. I'm very pleased with the staff and the facility. It went way past my expectations. For me, Silver Birch is replacing me as a caregiver, a sister, and a family member to m..."
READ MOREIn South Bend and the rest of Indiana, assisted living facilities are licensed through the Residential Care Facility Licensing Program by the Department of Health. Its website has a directory of facilities throughout the state, licensing requirements and regulations that all facilities are required to follow.
According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average price for assisted living in South Bend is $3,308 per month.
At $3,308, assisted living in South Bend is $975 cheaper than the Indiana state average and $1,192 less than the national average of $4,500. Compared to other Indiana cities, it’s one of the most affordable in the state for this type of care. About 20 miles to the east in Elkhart, prices go up to $4,250. To the west in Michigan City, rates average $3,617. Seniors in Fort Wayne pay approximately $3,485. Lafayette is one of the priciest cities for assisted living in Indiana, with prices averaging $5,255.
South Bend
$3,308
Indiana
$4,283
The United States
$4,500
Elkhart
$4,250
Michigan City
$3,617
Fort Wayne
$3,485
Lafayette
$5,255
South Bend’s seniors have several other options for long-term care. Those who’d prefer to stay in their own home with some assistance can get home care for $5,672. Home health care costs the same and includes medical services, such as physical therapy and medication management. Prices for adult day health care weren’t available for South Bend, although it’s generally the cheapest option. For seniors who need a high level of supervision in a secure environment, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $8,366, while a private room costs $9,308.
Home Care
$5,672
Home Health Care
$5,672
Assisted Living
$3,308
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,366
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$9,308
Qualifying low-income seniors in South Bend may be able to receive financial assistance from state and federally funded programs to help pay for their care. Currently, there are four programs available: Indiana Medicaid, the state’s Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915 ( c ) Waiver program, the Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP) and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
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.
South Bend seniors have access to many free resources in the city and throughout St. Joseph County. They include social activities, wellness programs, health insurance counseling and information about how to choose an assisted living facility.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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REAL Services | (574) 284-2644 | REAL Services is the Area Agency on Aging for South Bend and St. Joseph County. It provides care management, transportation, Lunch and Learn caregiver support groups and help with bills for low-income older adults. REAL Services donates durable medical equipment to seniors who can't afford to buy their own and provides Medicare counseling to help residents make informed decisions about health insurance. |
Department of Veterans Affairs | (800) 457-8283 | South Bend seniors can contact a veterans service officer to learn about disability compensation, pensions, property tax deductions, discounted licenses and other benefits they could be eligible for. Officers also provide assistance with obtaining service records and filing appeals for people who were denied benefits by the VA. Its website features information about upcoming events where seniors can learn something new and meet other veterans near them. |
Indiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 552-7928 | The ombudsman program provides advocacy, complaint resolution and protection of resident rights for people living in long-term care. Seniors and their families can talk to the ombudsman about choosing an assisted living facility, including what to look for when visiting a facility and important questions to ask staff. Some problems the ombudsman addresses include quality of care issues, staff negligence, abuse, lack of privacy and billing disputes. |
Catholic Charities Retired Senior Volunteer Program | (574) 234-3111 | Open to anyone 55 and up, this program connects seniors with volunteer roles that are a good match for their unique life experiences, interests and skills. Volunteers provide much-needed support at nonprofit organizations, schools, senior centers and other places in their community. There is no minimum time commitment for the program, so seniors can serve for as few or as many hours as they want. |
Howard Park Older Adult Programs | (574) 299-4765 | The Howard Park Event Center offers a variety of fun activities for South Bend residents 55 and up. Activities include crafts, card and table games, bingo, day trips and holiday parties. |
South Bend 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.
Assisted Living
Kt2000
5
Review of Brookdale South Bend
Rooms look great. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Have a cute coffee bar in lobby area.
Assisted Living
Elizabeth
5
Review of Brookdale South Bend
I toured Brookdale South Bend. I even talked to the director, and he gave me his card if I had any questions. I called him several times, and somebody from the main department called me and they...
Provider response
Elizabeth, Thank you for your positive review of your tour. We are very happy that you had a great experience and look forward to assisting you when the time is needed. It was a great pleasure...
Assisted Living
Yvette
5
Review of Brookdale South Bend
Brookdale South Bend was a very nice place. It was just out of my price range. The room wouldn't have been so much. They showed me the dining room and a gym because I was looking for physical...