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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fort Wayne, IN

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When looking for a memory care facility for a loved one, consider Fort Wayne, Indiana. Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in the state and home to many beautiful parks, nature preserves, art museums, and an internationally recognized zoo.

A Place for Mom partners with nine memory care facilities in Fort Wayne, each with its own unique ambiance and amenities. All of Fort Wayne’s memory care facilities in our partner network are part of broader communities, with six combining memory care and assisted living under one roof and the other three having memory care, assisted living, and independent living all on one campus. All nine communities are designed to serve a population of residents who require assistance due to conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Every memory care facility listed below is within 10 miles of Fort Wayne’s downtown area. This guide includes information on how to pay for memory care, laws that regulate memory care facilities in Fort Wayne, as well as recommended hospitals, transportation information, and activities for seniors in the Fort Wayne area.

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Senior Living is not only a tough transition for the family, but it's also hard finding the community that fits mom or dad's needs. Is there activities for them to do? Is the food good? Is the staff nice? Here at Brightstar these questions are reassured right in front of your face. From the moment y...

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The room sizes are good. The staff is kind. They have been proactive regarding Covid-19. The food is good. They have some outdoor space. They usually have a lot of activities and bring in entertainment for the residents. They have a beauty salon.

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Astral at Auburn has been a really good community so far, and the head nurse [name removed] has done a really good job. The community is always clean - and when a mess does occur someone is always right there cleaning it up. The staff are wonderful and are so caring, the two ladies that look after o...

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What our family likes the most about the North Woods Village is all of the help they have. They are all very friendly and call my husband and myself by name. We also like how well they remember everyone's...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
North Woods Village at Inverness Lakes in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana is a brand new, state-of-the-art memory care assisted living community that opened in August of 2015. It is located on the prestigious Southwest side of Fort Wayne, IN. It is very close to I-69, making it a very quick...
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This community has many amenities to offer. The building is beautiful. I always enjoy coming to visit my friend. She is so happy at Georgetowne Place. I have joined a couple of activities. The staff are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Grow socially at Georgetowne Place, where our residents stay active with weekly outings, water aerobics in our outdoor pool and exercise programs while enjoying some of the most desired amenities and services available at an Independent Living community in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our goal is to...
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I brought my mom here about a year ago and she would never stop talking about how amazing the staff was and how they were very supportive! I can never thank them enough for the care they gave my mom! Caring...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Location was great and on my side of town. We knew the director here from my moms independent living facility. I assume all facilities are expensive. This one was too... We all had sticker shock throughout.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to StoryPoint Fort Wayne West! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service level,...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Coventry Meadows Assisted Living and Garden Homes and her experience has been great at this facility. Everyone at this facility takes a personal approach to each...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
OUR COMMUNITY Coventry Meadows offers senior housing and health solutions with a multitude of premier services including: Garden Homes Assisted Living Apartments New Energy Wellness Moving Forward Rehabilitation Auguste's Cottage Memory Care Center Skilled Nursing Services Long Term Care Hospice...
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Our loved one is in memory care and they do not have any activities going on which is why we did not give it a rating. The cost is more than what was quoted at the beginning. Getting in and out of the unit...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome Home to Brookdale! As soon as you see the charming white picket fence and the enclosed courtyard brimming with fragrant flowers and beautiful garden spaces, you will fall in love with our assisted living and memory care community here in Fort Wayne, Indiana.You can savor the convenience...
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The staff at Park Place Senior Living are excellent and are all very friendly. They have a few concierge people who visit each day and respond to the 'help button' that the residents have around their necks....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Park Place Senior Living, located near Parkview Regional Medical Center, provides an elegant, peaceful, resort-like atmosphere that fosters independence and self-esteem. At Park Place you can transition from active retirement to assisted living and still be in the tranquil setting you have come...
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We chose Cedarhurst of Fort Wayne because of the facility itself. It is a very nice place, it is big and open, four seasons room, 2 courtyards, etc. It is great for people who like to walk, my dad really...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With 56 assisted living apartments and 27 memory care apartments, each resident at Cedarhurst of Fort Wayne is able to enjoy the independence they want and the care they need in the comfort of a home-like environment. Our expertly trained staff provides support based on the level of care that is...
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They did a great job and took great care of my dad while he was here. He really enjoyed the facility, food, and staff members - he always said they were really good to him. I would highly recommend Cedar...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Experience life in a warm, inviting community at Apple Ridge, where day-to-day needs are taken care of so you can sit back and enjoy the surroundings. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Fort Wayne, IN, provides a relaxed atmosphere of warmth that promotes companionship among...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Fort Wayne, IN, provides a relaxed atmosphere of warmth that promotes companionship among residents and staff.We are a hidden gem in the city of Fort Wayne and an active member of our community!
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Costs of memory care in the Fort Wayne area

Based on A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average actual cost to live in a memory care facility in Fort Wayne is $4,502 per month.[01] This figure takes into consideration all fees related to services, amenities, and typical fee add-ons.

The following costs represent average baseline costs without add-on fees.

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Average monthly costs

Fort Wayne, IN

$4,131

How people pay for memory care in Fort Wayne

Most seniors who move to memory care facilities in Fort Wayne rely on a combination of payment methods to cover their basic living expenses. The most common ways to pay for memory care in Fort Wayne or offset memory care costs include private pay methods, VA benefits, Medicaid, or Medicare.

Private pay methods

It’s not uncommon for seniors moving to memory care facilities to have personal funds. These may include funds that have been built over a lifetime, such as savings. Or they may be income streams based on years of work such as a pension, Social Security benefits, or retirement investments. The following are additional private pay methods seniors can use to pay for the cost of living in a memory care facility:

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Number of veterans who live in Fort Wayne

About 16% of Fort Wayne veterans are 75+

With more than 12,000 former servicemen and women living in Fort Wayne, it’s no wonder that it’s considered a welcome place for veterans. In fact, the city is home to the Fort Wayne Air National Guard Base.

If your relative is a veteran, they may already be receiving a VA Pension. Whether or not this is the case, they may also meet the requirements to apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit.

The VA Aid and Attendance benefit is designed to help cover anything that improves the veteran’s quality of life. You can help your loved one apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit either online or by sending a completed form to the Fort Wayne Pension Management Center (PMC). Once approved, the VA Aid and Attendance benefit will be sent monthly or added to an existing VA Pension.

Want to learn more about the VA Aid and Attendance benefit or any of the other benefits available to veterans and, in some cases, their surviving spouses? Take advantage of the many advocates throughout Allen County. It is strongly recommended that you reach out to representatives from the Allen County Veterans’ Service Office or veterans service organizations (VSOs). These resources provide great ways to stay informed on how to help your loved one gain access to veterans benefits.

Resources for Fort Wayne veterans

Government offices and VSOs

Allen County Veterans Services Officers
City County Building
1 E. Main St., Room 106
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Phone: 260-449-7861
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Contact: Joe Wasso
Email: joe.wasson@co.allen.in.us
Contact: Aaron Miller
Email: aaron.miller@co.allen.in.us

American Legion Post 0499
2202 W. Main St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Phone: 260-432-0032
Email: inalpost499@gmail.com

AMVETS Post #33
6620 Koester Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46064
Phone: 260-704-3219

Veterans of Foreign Wars Posts

Post 1421 Kekionga Post
7712 Bluffton Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
Phone: 260-747-7767

Post 857 Jim Eby Post
2202 W. Main St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Phone: 260-432-0032

Post 10006 Fort Miami Post
6814 S. Anthony Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
Phone: 260-447-2112

Medicaid

Indiana Medicaid is designed to cover the cost of medically related, long-term health care services for individuals and couples who are considered low-income. This means that if your loved one has exhausted his or her personal savings, Medicaid may be an appropriate funding source to help cover some of the costs of living in a memory care facility in Fort Wayne. For additional information on Medicaid in general, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Medicaid Eligibility Policy Manual includes everything you need to know.

For your loved one to receive Medicaid, they must apply through the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration.

As part of your investigation into Medicaid, be sure to look into home and community based services (HCBS) waivers. HCBS waivers are designed to pay for skilled medical care in an individual’s home (and that includes a memory care facility). Therefore, HCBS waivers could be used to get personalized treatments on-site. HCBS waivers won’t pay for monthly rent, but they can be a way to ensure that your loved one gets the professional care they need without paying out of pocket. You can apply for HCBS waivers online.

Looking for more guidance? Contacting a Medicaid ombudsman in the Fort Wayne area is a great way to get additional assistance. Ombudsmen are specially trained to help seniors and their families navigate Medicaid. The Aging and Disability Center can also provide assistance.

If your loved one is not eligible for Medicaid and has a disability or is over the age of 65, they may still be eligible to receive funding through Hoosier Care Connect. Hoosier Care Connect members have access to discounted health care treatments and medications.

Fort Wayne resident Medicaid resources

Medicaid resources

Medicaid Office
Family and Social Services Administration
201 E. Rudisill Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Phone: 800-403-0864
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Aging and In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana, Inc.
Aging and Disability Center
8101 W. Jefferson Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Phone: 260-745-1200
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program of N.E. Indiana
Zanzy Lewis, LTC Ombudsman
114 Three Rivers East
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Phone: 260-469-3161
Email: zanzy@doingthegood-ombudsman.org

Medicare

Medicare is a program run by the federal government. However, it’s not meant to cover any long-term treatment costs such as those associated with paying to live in a memory care facility.

What does Medicare pay for? Medicare is like private health insurance and will cover all or some of the costs associated with short-term medical care needs. These could be anything from doctor’s visits to necessary surgeries. To apply for Medicare in Indiana, contact your local Social Security office or apply online. The Medicare Savings Program is another helpful resource that can help cover copays, premiums, and deductibles for eligible individuals.

For help navigating Medicare, connect with the Allen County Medicare ombudsman through the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program of Northeast Indiana. Another place to go for Medicare counseling is the Indiana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP). The state of Indiana also has a Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). This program is for seniors 55 and older who are certified by the state to need nursing home care. PACE allows seniors to stay at their place of residence and receive in-home nursing care that includes but is not limited to primary care; prescription drug management; physical, occupational, and recreational therapy; and nutritional counseling.

Fort Wayne resident Medicare resources

Medicare resources and programs

Fort Wayne Social Security Administration Office
2122 Lincolnway Court
Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Phone: 877-223-6061
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

PACE of Northeast Indiana
2927 Lake Ave.
Fort Wayne, IN 46908
Phone: 260-469-4148
Email: info@pacenein.org

Medicare application help

Aging and In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana (SHIP)
8101 W. Jefferson Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Phone: 260-745-1200
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program of N.E. Indiana
Ombudsman: Zanzy Lewis
114 Three Rivers East
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Phone: 260-469-3161
Email: zanzy@doingthegood-ombudsman.org

 

Understand Indiana laws and regulations for memory care facilities

Memory care facilities are licensed by the Indiana State Department of Health (IDOH) under the classification of a Residential Care Facility (RCF). In fact, the IDOH routinely inspects all memory care facilities about every 9-15 months. All nine of A Place for Mom’s memory care partner facilities in Fort Wayne include assisted living care in some capacity, and these parameters for RCFs apply to assisted living facilities as well. The rules that govern these communities ensure not just the safety of the residents, but the safety of staff, vendors, and visitors as well.

Some of the regulatory functions that are included during inspections include:

  • Making sure that the facility is staffed at appropriate levels with professionals who have met specific licensing and training requirements
  • Being certain that all residents are receiving dignified care in a communal living setting
  • Ensuring that all aspects of the memory care facility from housing and meals to housekeeping and leisure activities are safe and meet any pre-described requirements
  • Making sure all residents have care plans and that those care plans are being followed and that the facility is being transparent in its contracts with residents and their families

Because seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s require more specialized care than a general RCF, there are more specific requirements of these facilities, which include the following:

  • All memory care units must be under the supervision of a director with special training and at least one year of working with seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s
  • All personnel assigned to the unit must receive special in-service training and be up to date on dementia and Alzheimer’s best care practices

You can find inspection reports for all RCFs online. It’s worth mentioning that memory care facilities in Fort Wayne must follow the Americans with Disabilities Act, which ensures that senior care facilities are providing a safe, dependable place where all residents are treated equally.

Indiana Department of Health contact information

Indiana Department of Health
2 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone 317-233-1325
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Fort Wayne memory care facilities

There are no specific COVID-19 regulations that Fort Wayne memory care facilities must follow since the spread of COVID-19 in Allen County remains low. Nonetheless, individuals and professionals working in the medical field are advised to put precautionary measures and best practices in place as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Vaccinations.

Seniors healthy enough to receive COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are recommended to get them.

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Masking.

Residents, staff members, and visitors of memory care facilities should consider wearing masks when sick or when around others who may be ill.

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Facility cleanliness.

Routine cleaning behaviors like hand washing can keep germs, bacteria, and viruses from spreading.

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Social distancing.

In times of high levels of COVID-19 among memory care resident populations, social distancing may be appropriate.

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Quarantining.

Those diagnosed with COVID-19 or awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test are advised to isolate for the recommended number of days per their physicians’ orders.

Get to know memory care in Fort Wayne

9Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
4.3/5.0 average in-network rating
89% of our partner communities in Fort Wayne are pet-friendly
100% of our partner communities offer specialized memory care training for staff
100% of our partner communities have staff specifically designated to accommodate memory loss
100% of our partner communities offer 24-hour awake staff
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Number of people we have referred to our partner communities in Fort Wayne

82

Average age of residents we have referred to partner communities in Fort Wayne

Gender split: 65% female

What to expect from memory care living in Fort Wayne

Each Fort Wayne memory care facility has its own unique environment. From campuses with white picket fences and lush green spaces to those with more modern architecture and amenities, Fort Wayne has a wide range of memory care facilities.

Six of the memory care facilities listed in this guide are combined assisted living and memory care facilities. Combination communities such as these can be ideal for couples with varying needs and limitations. The three remaining memory care locations have even more aging in place options, as they combine assisted living and memory care with independent living.

Safety and freedom

Because memory care communities focus on serving residents with different cognitive conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s, they include many safety features.

Around one-third of all Fort Wayne memory care facilities we partner with have wander prevention systems in place. These gated areas keep seniors from going outside of the community without a trained caregiver while still allowing them freedom to roam in secure areas. Although memory care facilities have safety limitations in place, your loved one will have room to get the space they need. All memory care facilities in Fort Wayne feature enclosed courtyards so that everyone can get a breath of fresh air whenever they want.

Activities to stimulate the mind and body

Memory care facility staff members don’t just help with medication management, exit-seeking behaviors, or cognitive therapy. Many trained professionals who are hired by memory care facilities concentrate their efforts on keeping residents busy, engaged, and inspired.

All memory care communities in Fort Wayne in a Place for Mom’s network have a full-time activities director. When you start exploring possible places for your loved one, ask about the kinds of activities offered there. You’ll probably hear about everything from arts and crafts and fitness classes to movie nights and picnics. Plus, most memory care facilities arrange for outings that you can attend when you are visiting your loved one.

Cuisine to encourage a healthy lifestyle

It’s not unusual to find an on-site cafe or bistro in a Fort Wayne memory care community (two-thirds of our partner communities have them). More and more memory care facilities aren’t just providing private dining spaces; they’re finding ways to turn their campuses into locations where residents and visitors can go for a bite to eat or a cup of coffee. Not only will this wide variety of dining options help your loved one settle in faster, but you can rest assured knowing they will get diverse meals to support their health and preferences.

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Unfamiliar with Fort Wayne? Highlights for seniors

36,984

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Fort Wayne

14%

Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Fort Wayne population

$47,271

Median annual income for Fort Wayne seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Fort Wayne

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Parkview Regional Medical Center

Parkview Regional Medical Center is recognized as the fourth highest-ranked hospital in the Fort Wayne area according to the U.S. News and World Report. The Center boasts eight specialty treatments and is highly regarded for its oncology and cardiovascular services.

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Lutheran Health Network – Lutheran Hospital

Also receiving high marks from the U.S. News and World Report, Lutheran Hospital of Indiana heralds itself as being one of the most patient-centric facilities in Fort Wayne. Consider Lutheran Health Network when you want cardiovascular treatment, oncology care, or geriatric treatment.

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Veterans Affairs Northern Indiana Health Care System – Fort Wayne

For military members and their families, the Veterans Affairs Northern Indiana Health Care System in Fort Wayne may be the right health care choice for both acute and chronic care. It’s well-regarded for its cardiovascular and bariatric treatments.

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Transportation for seniors in Fort Wayne

Seniors with memory-related issues should not be taking public transportation on their own as it is not safe. The good news is that 89% of the memory care facilities that are partnered with A Place for Mom offer free transportation to residents. Forty-four percent of transportation services are provided at cost. This means your relative can take advantage of rides as long as he or she is accompanied by you or another caregiver.

If you’re visiting and want to try a different way to get around Fort Wayne with your loved one, you can always find the nearest Citilink Bus stop. The Citilink Bus operates on a fairly regular six-day schedule (every day but Sunday) and has an accessibility policy to make reasonable accommodations for those in need of extra assistance. They also have wheelchair-accessible ramps and lifts.

The Community Transportation Network (CTN) is another good resource if you are visiting your loved one in Fort Wayne. The CTN is specifically designed for seniors and persons with disabilities as well as children and youth.

Senior activities in Fort Wayne

The majority of your loved one’s activities in Fort Wayne will be arranged by the coordinators and activity directors at their memory care facility. However, that doesn’t mean that you and your loved one can’t explore the area’s neighborhoods, green spaces, landmarks, shops, and events when you visit. Fort Wayne has a lot to offer.

Get outside and close to nature

Did you know that Fort Wayne has more than 80 parks? Each park has its own appeal, too. Some are located along rivers, lakes, and streams. Others are in more rustic, rural settings. Many have wonderful places to sit and picnic in the shade or watch birds and other native wildlife.

If you’re looking for a more structured outdoor experience, consider heading to the Botanical Conservatory, which is open all year and features a wealth of plants and flowers. It’s accessible for those in wheelchairs or those who use walkers and canes. After sightseeing, you can grab a beverage and a bite to eat at the on-site coffee shop.

Why not see the zoo?

Is your relative someone who loves not just their pet but all creatures big and small? Make plans to visit the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. Not only are there membership discounts for seniors, but there is a military discount if you or your loved one qualifies.

Cheer for the home team

Sports fans love to take seasonal visits to Parkview Field to see the minor league Fort Wayne TinCaps, the Class A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. Be sure to find out about the other events happening in Parkview Field, too. It’s a magnet for year-round experiences including concerts, festivals, and the always-tasty Fort Wayne Farmers Market.

Entertainment and education at its finest

Performance art lovers can sit back and enjoy some live shows at The Embassy Theatre. The theater brings in touring companies, comedians, and concerts all throughout the year.

For a little mental and visual stimulation, head out to any of the museums in the area. Artlink is an innovative gallery to look at art exhibits and join in on special events. You can also drop into the Greater Fort Wayne Aviation Museum for a journey through the history of flight.

As a final note, remember that you don’t always have to leave the memory care facility to make real memories with the person you care about there. Sometimes, the best way to enjoy Fort Wayne’s scenic ambiance is to just sit outside on a bench and spend time with your loved one.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Village at Inverness, Georgetowne Place and The Village at Pine Valley are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Fort Wayne, IN. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in Fort Wayne is 4225.88 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

The 18 memory care facilities near you in Fort Wayne, Indiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fort Wayne, Indiana, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Fort Wayne, Indiana ranges from $651 to $7927. The average Memory Care cost in Fort Wayne, Indiana is $4225.88. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Fort Wayne, Indiana typically starts at $651. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data

  2. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

  4. U.S News & World Report. (2023). Parkview Regional Medical Center.

  5. U.S. News & World Report. (2023) Lutheran Health Network – Lutheran Hospital.

  6. U.S News & World Report. (2023). Veterans Affairs Northern Indiana Health Care System.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

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U.S News & World Report. (2023). Parkview Regional Medical Center.

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U.S. News & World Report. (2023) Lutheran Health Network – Lutheran Hospital.

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