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Memory Care Facilities in Michigan City, IN

 

Alzheimer's disease caused about 2,561 deaths in Indiana throughout 2019 alone, highlighting the condition's high mortality rate. Seniors comprise 17.4% of Michigan City's 31,792 residents, and deaths from Alzheimer's have risen by 71.43% from 2016 to 2020, according to CDC data. This increase greatly outpaces the 18.32% rise in all-cause mortality over the same period.

Although an Alzheimer's diagnosis can cause families much worry, placing loved ones in quality dementia care can help them maintain their quality of life and dignity. Communities providing this care offer a safer environment for seniors who may occasionally become confused or wander. They also provide beneficial activities such as aromatherapy and music therapy to help seniors with memory loss reconnect with the world.

This guide outlines the costs of memory care in Michigan City and nearby locations, helping families decide where to seek care. It also includes information about how to reduce expenses through government benefits.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Michigan City

In Michigan City, memory care takes place in assisted living residences and specialized senior communities. The Indiana State Department of Health reviews and licenses these providers, and families may contact the department to learn more about specific regulations or report a possible violation.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Michigan City

 

  • Michigan City's cost of living measures 22% below the national average, reflecting the affordable price of most goods and services. Health care costs 12% less in the city than the U.S. norm, and the price of groceries also ranks at 10% less.

 

  • Michigan City has a mild climate with average summer temperatures 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit below the U.S. norm and winter temperatures 4.1‬ degrees Fahrenheit lower than average. The region experiences 32.6 more rainy days throughout the year but less than 2 inches more total precipitation than the national median, leading to mostly scattered showers and few incidences of heavy rainfall.

 

  • Air quality is satisfactory throughout most of the year in Michigan City. While the American Lung Association gives the region an F rating for ozone levels, it assigns a passing grade for annual particle pollution. If worried about ozone levels, families might consider a memory care community with indoor air filtration.

 

  • Crime occurs more frequently in Michigan City than average across the state and nation. Residents of the city have a 1 in 179 chance of experiencing a violent crime vs. 1 in 319 across Indiana. There's also a 1 in 25 chance of falling victim to a property crime in Michigan City, compared to 1 in 60 throughout the state. Fortunately, most senior communities have staff present 24/7 and excellent security to lower the risk of crime.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Michigan City

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care communities charge $4,521 per month in Michigan City.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

At $4,521 per month in Michigan City, memory care costs $833 less than the state average and $1,104 less than the national norm, making the location one of the most affordable in Indiana. However, seniors relocating to Kokomo can save up to $458 over Michigan City. For those looking at Muncie, prices jump just over 2.1%. However, some cities in Indiana have a more extreme price gap. For example, memory care costs over 45% more in Lafayette and nearly 29% more in Columbus.

Michigan City

$4,521

Indiana

$5,354

United States

$5,625

Kokomo

$4,063

Muncie

$4,619

Lafayette

$6,569

Columbus

$5,826

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care costs $4,521 per month in Michigan City, but it's not the only option for seniors with Alzheimer's. While over 24% more expensive than memory care, home care or home health care can allow seniors to continue living at home comfortably. The first option assists seniors with daily needs and household chores, while the latter provides nursing and professional medical care. Assisted living costs $904 less than memory care for community-based living and daily support, whereas a semi-private room in a nursing home costs $3,935 more but offers medical treatments and more intensive support from health care professionals.

Memory Care

$4,521

In-Home Care

$5,625

Home Health Care

$5,625

Assisted Living Facility

$3,617

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,456

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Michigan City

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

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Indiana

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Indiana page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Michigan City

Michigan City and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Michigan City, please visit our Memory Care in Indiana page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Michigan City

 

Michigan City Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Indiana are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Indiana page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Indiana

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Denise

I visited this facility

Review of Rittenhouse Village at Michigan City

We did a tour of Rittenhouse Village at Michigan City. The staff was great; however, the room is really small. The staff was awesome; I loved every one of them, and it was just great. It's just...

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Memory Care

She072319

I visited this facility

Review of Rittenhouse Village at Michigan City

Rittenhouse Village is a little crowded and doesn't feel as homey as the other place I went to. I visited the memory care, but their rooms were very small and hospital-like, not homey. Their...

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