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Photo of Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes
66 Photos available
9.3
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78 reviews
9.3
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78 reviews
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From her admission in [date removed] until she was transferred to inpatient hospital and rehabilitation in [date removed] her experience was satisfactory. It was Generally positive. I was not pleased that...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Live like a princess or prince at Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes, an Independent Living community in Mishawaka, Indiana, that boasts a new building and beautifully manicured grounds. Our community in the 'Princess City' offers the freedom to live the way residents choose in comfortable surroundings....
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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
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51 reviews
9.1
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51 reviews
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This place has been nothing but great since I put my mom there. Everybody goes the extra mile whether it’s maintenance with her TV ,trying to help me with endless paperwork, or the nurses who just take such...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Find Redefined IndependenceIf you’re looking for a more refined senior living, look no further. Here, you’ll enjoy exceptional living accommodations, a seemingly endless activities calendar, and care that prioritizes your independence.We are an assisted living community in South Bend, Indiana, a...
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Photo of Brookdale Granger
77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.8
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50 reviews
8.8
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50 reviews
5 star
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3 star
12%
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8%
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I love [name removed] the receptionist- she is the perfect first point of contact upon entering. The nurses are wonderful as are the CNA's. [name removed] the Activities Director was absolutely phenomenal...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Find Your Redefined Independence HereNot all senior living communities are created equal. In our comfortable, welcoming community you’ll find a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with, in a community that feels just like home sweet home. And because we’ll...
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8.4
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59 reviews
8.4
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59 reviews
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Staff is very friendly and always willing to help your loved one out. They plan lots of activities and special concerts for not only your loved one but for family to join in.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Tanglewood Trace is an independent and assisted living community in Mishawaka, Indiana. Mishawaka is a vibrant city located near South Bend. Mishawaka is a quaint and charming city, known for its Midwestern charm, friendly people and abundance of outdoor spaces. Home to one of the largest...
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44 Floor plans available
7.7
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12 reviews
7.7
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12 reviews
5 star
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We couldn’t have made a better decision. The staff is awesome and the community is so well kept and clean. My Mom has made so many new friends and keeps busy with all of the great activities. My Mom is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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7.0
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56 reviews
7.0
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56 reviews
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My loved one is a resident at Grand Emerald Place and things have been good overall. However, some of the nurses are not as friendly as others. It depends on day shift and night shift, both are ruder and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Grand Emerald Place provides residents (and their pets) with a home-like environment, support for activities of daily living, and a community where they can thrive. We develop personalized care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day...
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2.0
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35 reviews
2.0
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Mom is very happy here, it is a smaller facility with a very homey setting. [name removed] the marketing lady is awesome, we are there because of her. she gave us great feedback in the beginning and answered...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Celebrate Life at Wood Ridge! Wood Ridge can provide for all your assisted living needs in a comfortable home-like setting. We are located in a beautiful wooded area where you can enjoy the serenity of nature while being close to shopping and medical services. Our residents enjoy many amenities...
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This is a wonderful community. The staff is outstanding. The cleanliness is outstanding and we like knowing that the atmosphere is very good and she is happy with the good variety of meals. They offer a lot...
Provides: Assisted 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.
A new generation of older adults is enjoying longer, healthier lives. They are determined to remain active, involved and as independent as possible, even when health challenges arise. For them, a different approach to health and wellness has arrived at Wellbrooke of South Bend. Wellbrooke is not...
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Since they care for dementia patients they work well with them. Room size is nice not too big or small. Bathrooms are large with her shower. You are your own decorator. It could be simple or as elaborate as...
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Photo of The Milton Home
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Photo of Primrose of Mishiwaka
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Silver Birch of Mishawaka
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.

Cost of assisted living in St Joseph County, IN

The average cost of senior living in St Joseph County is $3,801 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bourbon, IN with an average of $3,223 per month.

Assisted living costs in St Joseph County, IN, vs. nearby counties

St Joseph County, IN
$3,801/mo
$3,852/mo

Assisted living costs in St Joseph County, IN, vs. state and national averages

St Joseph County, IN
$3,801/mo
$3,851/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in St Joseph County, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,801/mo
$5,016/mo

Assisted living costs in St Joseph County, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,075/mo
Studio
$4,031/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,840/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,230/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,645/mo

Senior living costs in St Joseph County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: St Joseph County, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Joseph County, INIndianaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,801/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,016/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$2,757/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
St Joseph County, IN:$3,801/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
St Joseph County, IN:$5,016/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
St Joseph County, IN:$2,757/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in St Joseph County, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in St Joseph County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

St Joseph County, ININ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in St Joseph County, IN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in St Joseph County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
St Joseph County, IN$4,803/mo$3,968/mo+21.0%
Indiana$4,818/mo$4,662/mo+3.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
St Joseph County, IN
2024 average cost:$4,803/mo
2023 average cost:$3,968/mo
Percent change:+21.0%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$4,818/mo
2023 average cost:$4,662/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in St Joseph County, IN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in St Joseph County.

What families are saying about assisted living in St Joseph County

Recent reviews for assisted living in St Joseph County

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living

4.8
There's a very friendly and inclusive community at Brentwood. Not only the staff but also the residents want you to be involved. They enjoy visitors and having a good time. I think it's a great place.

The Woodridge Village in South Bend, IN

5.0
Very kind and considerate and captures the residents needs, not their own. They take a wider age range so younger people like me have a place to go. They take very good care of me. They are all good to me.

St Joseph County review score based on 61 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 61 reviews of 18 St Joseph County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Joseph County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

St Joseph County review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
St Joseph County, IN18 facilities
7.8
South Bend, IN24 facilities
7.4
Lakeville, IN26 facilities

Review subcategories for St Joseph County assisted living

When assisted living 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 61 reviews of 18 St Joseph County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare St Joseph County resident and family assisted living 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.
St Joseph County, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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St Joseph County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Joseph County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Joseph County, 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 St Joseph County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in St Joseph County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.9%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St Joseph County assisted living

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 St Joseph County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.6%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Joseph County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of St Joseph County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in St Joseph County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of St Joseph County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Joseph County, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Joseph County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in St Joseph County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Joseph County, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in St Joseph County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Indiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in St Joseph County protect seniors.
Learn about Indiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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