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Photo of Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.9
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Awesome staff. The battle with bed bugs has been a deal. Not their fault, but it has taken a very long time and we are hopeful it is now under control. I would absolutely recommend Brookdale. Regardless, of...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingChoose us for your next home base, and you can the stress and isolation that often come with life at home for an upgraded quality of life. Chores are gone. Laundry, cleaning, home maintenance—we’ll take care of all of that. All you have to take care of it living your best...
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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21 reviews
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I would ask about communication between the staff and how efficiently the resident's needs are spread throughout the team. For example, we were asked to bring something in for our mom, and then reprimanded...
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.
Saint Anthony, a crucial community partner in the Crown Point area, offers a full range of services and treatments, from Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation Services, Pastoral Care, and Child Care. Every Saint Anthony resident enjoys private accommodations. These...
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9.2
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29 reviews
9.2
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29 reviews
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Nothing but good things to say. My mother chose it, but the entire family agreed. I would recommend to others but I understand the food is lousy. Maybe some improvement there.
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.
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Valparaiso, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
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1919 Photos available
9.0
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32 reviews
9.0
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32 reviews
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I love the location and that it is a smaller facility. Just wish their memory care was not so expensive. I think it's the most expensive in the area.
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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8.4
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15 reviews
8.4
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15 reviews
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Excellent facility and staff. Today, it is extremely hard to find a top-notch facility for loved ones. Two Hearts and staff are very attentive to the needs of the residents. The facility is always beautiful...
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 Valparaiso Senior Village
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7.6
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30 reviews
7.6
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30 reviews
5 star
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Friendly and genuinely caring staff! Residents enjoy constant activities and receive lots of kind and personal attention. I drop by at all hours and always feel welcome and always find a well kept...
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.
Valparaiso Senior Village is excited to offer Assisted Living and Memory Care services to the seniors of Valparaiso, Indiana, and its surrounding areas. Valparaiso Senior Village offers a safe and active lifestyle paired with a kind and compassionate staff. Our care services are unique to each...
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3.0
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3 reviews
3.0
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3 reviews
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My mother was recently @ Aperion Care Demotte for rehab and we were very happy with her care. The facility is clean, the staff were always very helpful and accommodating. I would definitely recommend...
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 Avalon Springs Health Campus
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After having experience at other facilities with other family members. Avalon Springs cannot compare. the BEST! Beautiful environment inside and out. Very caring staff that meet the needs of residents. Not a...
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.
Avalon Springs Health Campus is located near the heart of downtown Valparaiso, IN; a town known for its unique restaurants, plentiful shopping, and its supportive and friendly community. Voted one of America’s Best Communities, Valparaiso has much to offer, from the breathtaking Talltree...
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55 Floor plans available
6.5
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22 reviews
6.5
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22 reviews
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The communication leaves something to be desired. Nursing staff communicates well most of the time, but the business side is not good at all. Also, they have lost 3 deliveries. 2 were replaced, while one ...
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.
Count on Crown Point Christian Village to help you live better and age with grace. On our scenic 70-acre campus in Crown Point, Indiana, you’ll find a welcoming, serene and safe Christian community that feels like home. You’ll make new friends and stay close to family. And with all of your needs...
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I have my Mom going to the day care here and have been very pleased with the care and service they’re providing. She seems to be happy and is content with the activities that they provide her. The food is...
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.
Lowell, IN is a close knit community, complete with an abundance of greenspace and full of friendly neighbors. Cedar Creek Health Campus is much the same, and is proud to offer residents of Lowell and the surrounding community a warm and welcoming place to call home. Residents will find many...
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Although Wittenberg Village has experienced some recent changes, the community is a perfect fit for my mom and the other residents. The activities keep her busy, and she really enjoys all of the extra...
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.
Photo of Our Lady of Holy Cross Care Ct
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 Wintersong Village of Knox
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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.
Photo of Autumn Trace Senior Communities Rensselaer
77 Photos available
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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
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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.
Symphony of Crown Point offers seniors a licensed assisted living community in Crown Point, IN that they can call home. This community provides an excellent location to those seniors who are looking for a safe and caring place to call home. Crown Point is a part of Lake County, and it offers much...

Cost of assisted living in Tefft, IN

The average cost of senior living in Tefft is $4,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Knox, IN with an average of $3,441 per month.

Assisted living costs in Tefft, IN, vs. nearby cities

Tefft, IN
$4,049/mo
$3,899/mo

Assisted living costs in Tefft, IN, vs. state and national averages

Tefft, IN
$4,049/mo
$3,851/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Tefft, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,049/mo
$5,237/mo

Assisted living costs in Tefft, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,095/mo
Studio
$3,983/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,436/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,409/mo

Senior living costs in Tefft 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: Tefft, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTefft, INIndianaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,049/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,237/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,390/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Tefft, IN:$4,049/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Tefft, IN:$5,237/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Tefft, IN:$3,390/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Tefft, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Tefft 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.

Tefft, ININ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Tefft, IN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Tefft 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
Tefft, IN$5,338/mo$4,541/mo+17.6%
Indiana$4,674/mo$4,484/mo+4.2%
National$5,200/mo$4,877/mo+6.6%
Tefft, IN
2024 average cost:$5,338/mo
2023 average cost:$4,541/mo
Percent change:+17.6%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$4,674/mo
2023 average cost:$4,484/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,200/mo
2023 average cost:$4,877/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Tefft, IN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Tefft

Recent reviews for assisted living in Tefft

Avalon Springs Health Campus in Valparaiso, IN

5.0
I was here for two months and everyone was so helpful with my therapy. They were very patient and caring. If I ever had a need for therapy I would always come back here.

Crown Point Christian Village

5.0
I have been treated very well during my stay. Nurses and PT/OT staff are exceptional. Everyone is kind and considerate. The facility is clean and odor free. Food is good.

Two Hearts Homes for Seniors in Lowell, IN

5.0
My dad has recently made a move into this assisted community, and so far, everything is going well for him. The staff are very wonderful, and I am comfortable with the care they provide. My dad had no complaints about the meals and enjoyed participating in all the engaging assisted living ...
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Tefft review score based on 50 family reviews

7.9
Review score15 facilities50 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 50 reviews of 15 Tefft assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tefft 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

Tefft review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Tefft, IN15 facilities
6.0
Wheatfield, IN7 facilities
8.5
Kouts, IN5 facilities

Review subcategories for Tefft 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 50 reviews of 15 Tefft assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Tefft 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.
Tefft, IN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Tefft assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tefft assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tefft, 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 Tefft 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 Tefft that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Tefft, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Tefft 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 Tefft Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tefft, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tefft 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 Tefft partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tefft, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Tefft 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 Tefft communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tefft, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tefft 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 Tefft offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tefft, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Tefft

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 Tefft protect seniors.
Learn about Indiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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