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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Decatur, IN
If your loved one needs memory care in Decatur, A Place for Mom can help. With 38 memory care facilities in Decatur, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Decatur incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Decatur memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Decatur, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Northcrest, Ansley Acres and Tanglewood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Fort Wayne, New Haven and Worstville.
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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Decatur, IN
The average cost of senior living in Decatur is $7,854 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Uniondale, IN with an average of $3,956 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Decatur, IN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Decatur, IN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Decatur vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Decatur, IN by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Decatur over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Decatur
Recent reviews for memory care in Decatur
The Village at Pine Valley in Fort Wayne, IN
5.0
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 ...
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Park Place Senior Living in Fort Wayne, IN
5.0
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.
Georgetowne Place in Fort Wayne, IN
5.0
This community is kept very clean and the staff members are very friendly, we have had no complaints. I do enjoy the activities, we love to play bingo and go to the music groups. We have a two bedroom and two bath place. I love to sew and i have plenty of space for my sewing machine.
Decatur review score based on 125 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 125 reviews of 26 Decatur memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Decatur review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Decatur review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Decatur memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 125 reviews of 26 Decatur memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Decatur resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Decatur, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Decatur memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Decatur memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Decatur, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Decatur memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Decatur that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
76.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.8%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.8%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Decatur memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Decatur Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Decatur, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.9%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Decatur memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Decatur partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Decatur, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Decatur memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Decatur communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Decatur, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Decatur memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Decatur offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Decatur, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80.8%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
69.2%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
57.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Georgetowne Place, StoryPoint Fort Wayne West and The Village at Pine Valley are the top-rated memory care facilities near Decatur, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 38 memory care facilities near Decatur, Indiana. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Decatur, Indiana are Georgetowne Place and StoryPoint Fort Wayne West. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 38 memory care facilities near you in Decatur, Indiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Decatur, 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 Decatur, 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 Decatur, Indiana ranges from $6 to $575500. The average Memory Care cost in Decatur, Indiana is $7,854. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Decatur, Indiana typically starts at $6. 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.
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