Memory Care Communities in Elkhart, IN

"My father has advanced dementia and has lived at Elkhart Meadows for seven years. The staff is exceptional as well as the administration team. They communicate very well with me about my dad‘s care and health. He has a decent little room with his own television and bathroom. There is plenty of space in the common area and the dining room For all of the residents and guests as well as a giant fish tank that is well maintained. My dad seems very happy there."

"The place that we most want is Hubbard Hill Estates, but they didn't have any openings. They got three on the waiting list already, but by far, Hubbard Hill would be perfect for my sister. There, they have freedom because it's almost like a greenhouse, where if she can't sleep at night, she would still be able to go out and walk around and feel like she is outside. It is almost like a classroom. My sister had been an elementary teacher, so she would have loved it. They put up all their artwork, so this would be stimulating for her to wander around and look at all the beautiful artwork that the clients have done. Hubbard Hill is just amazing. The staff members were nice and patient. It seems like ever since COVID, everybody is nasty to each other, but none of these people were nasty. Nobody said anything negative. They were all very professional, informative, and understanding. They have the artwork everywhere. Just very colorful. There was a welcome wreath on the door that was made out of flip-flops, just really cute little things like that. My sister was a bit of an artist, so she would love that stuff."

"My Mom's living space is a nice size and has a big window overlooking the lovely courtyard. We often take walks around the courtyard or sit out under the umbrellas or gazebo. The facility is well kept inside and out, with a very homey feel. Staff members are kind and caring, always greeting each resident by name, as well as most of us regular visitors. They have been very responsive any time we have had questions or wanted to discuss care details. We have been very happy with our decision to trust our mom's care to the people at North Woods Village."

"My wife is here. They really seem to care, and everybody seems to get involved, and everybody seems to be in a very good mood. They try and do what they can. Everybody's really great and very helpful. They will take them on a little bus ride around the area there and then stop at a Wendy's or something and get them a Frosty or something."

"I toured Waterford Crossing. The difference with them is that you buy a duplex, and when you leave, you sell it. Whereas the others, you kind of buy in, but you don't get your money back if you have to move, so that's a big difference. It was more out in the country. Everything seemed nice, friendly, and clean. The staff who toured me around was very nice. It was more like a little village with little houses and stuff that you bought into. It's like a little community and everybody has yards and stuff."

"Waterford Crossing is a very well-rounded assisted living center. I really like the way in which it helps keep friends and family connected to its residents. I especially enjoy the Happy Hour they have every Friday (friends and family as well as residents can attend)! Most of the staff is friendly and helpful, though we have had a few "gruff" interactions over the years - but not many. There are a lot of different activities for residents, from social activities like playing cards, to exercise groups, to worship services, and more. The residents also seem to enjoy the nearby elementary school, which often has the kids come in and do performances for the residents. The rooms are big and spacious, though it depends upon the number of rooms you choose. The building itself is relatively new and well lit, and some of the rooms have a great view of the pond out back. They also have a "driver" who can take residents to appointments, church, or other places in town. About the biggest problem we've ever had with Waterford Crossing is with the carpeting. It was too thick and it caused my friend to tire more quickly when walking around in the hallways. She even tripped and fell once because of it. Overall it's a great place for the money. "

"My mother is at Saint Paul's. The staff is very caring. I have had lots of good conversations with the nurses and the aides there. She ended up moving from there into the hospital for a while and then rehab again and we weren't sure if she was going to be able to move in. They all loved Mom. They wanted her to come back and they said, "Whatever it takes, she can come back." They're very sweet and she's got a good friend there, too. We had Thanksgiving dinner there and it was pretty good. She has a studio, so there's a bathroom and a living room, bedroom combination. They've got lots to do there. She also has PT there, and she likes having mass every day. They come right to the floor, so I think that's good because a lot of them can't get off the floor. They try to have something every couple of days for them to do. I've only participated in making Christmas decorations. Compared to other places, value for money is very good."

"We went to Morningview Assisted Living Residences. Everything looked nice. Everything was really clean. The only room they showed us was a shared room, and it still looked large for a shared room. We liked that community. They had a nice walking area for the residents to go to. They had a large general sitting room where they watch TV. It looked promising, it was nice, it was convenient, and it was close to us. Their income level was a little high, so we couldn't afford that. But it might be an option if we can get my brother his disability from the Air Force. I was impressed even with the lady that gave the impromptu tour. They usually don't do that, so I thought it was awesome that she did. They were great. The facility was very nice and awesome. They have stained glass windows, and it's beautiful."

"My dad was a resident of Wellbrooke of South Bend. They did their best with him, but he wasn't happy there. Other patients came into his room, used his bathroom, and slept in his bed. He's about six feet one inch, and the bed barely fits him. It was just like a dorm room. And where he's at now, we had his bed from home, and he could have his furniture. So, that was a drawback. He was just in a unit. It's separate from the other areas. It was just like an open concept, and they had activities. It was mostly women, and my dad isn't into doing arts and crafts and activities like that. The facility was clean and very nice, and they had a happy hour on Friday. The workers were good, but they were understaffed. They had one guy there who worked so hard, and my husband sometimes would have to shower my dad because he wouldn't get a shower for a week. Once a month, they had a Sunday brunch, which was nice."

"My mom is a resident of Chalet of Niles and we liked the Chalet very much. We like the staff. My mom is 89 and we have been having problems as far as her healthcare is concerned. She has the propensity of bawling and her needs have increased. But the staff, the people there, are very caring. They did really well during the pandemic. The food is good. I like the administrator, and so does my mom. It is not bad; it is actually really good. Her room is nice. It is an older facility, but they keep up on it. They just now started back up with activities. They were doing activities during the pandemic, things like hall bingo, connecting with all the residents, and they did well for being in the middle of a pandemic. Now she is able to go to the dining room, she is able to join in the activities if she wishes. She loves bingo, and so they play a lot of that. She is also the resident council president. I can't say enough about the Chalet of Niles. I think they are very professional, caring, and loving human beings."

"This place is very nice and welcoming. Their staff seem to really care about each and every one of their residents. The residents always have smiles on their faces. They seem to always have something to do wether it’s watch tv, talk to other residents, watch the bird, help in the garden or even play bingo. There’s never a dull moment. "