Best Assisted Living in Fort Wayne, Indiana
36 communities found
Fort Wayne, Indiana has 36 assisted living communities, all residential, with 34 rated by families across 1,614 reviews read and an average rating of 4.2. Among the 12 communities with known size, 2 are mid-sized and 10 are large, and 3 communities accept Medicaid. Published prices are available for 6 communities, ranging from $1,955 to a median of $2,850, and 7 communities carry operator verification.
- 36communities
- 4.2average rating, 34 rated
- 1,614family reviews read
- 7operator-verified
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Brightstar Senior Living of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, Indiana
5(41)
Home care · no referral needed
Cedar Creek of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.9(95)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Kingston At Dupont
Fort Wayne, Indiana
5(27)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
From $3,000/moKingston Residence of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.9(36)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lutheran Life Villages - The Village at Inverness
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.9(24)
Assisted Living
Heritage Park Assisted Living and Garden Homes
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.8(18)
Assisted Living
Prairie Landing
Fort Wayne, Indiana
5(9)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $1,955/moCoventry Meadows Assisted Living
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.6(77)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Lutheran Life Villages - The Village at Pine Valley Assisted Living & Assisted Living Memory Care
Fort Wayne, Indiana
5(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.5(98)
Home health
Cedarhurst Senior Living of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.5(78)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $2,400/moThe Crossings at Covington Commons
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4.5(73)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Best-rated assisted living in Fort Wayne
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Brightstar Senior Living of Fort Wayne
5 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Memory Care· 41 units
Reviewers praise the clean, home-like atmosphere, attentive staff, and chef-prepared meals, with caregivers credited by name for personalized memory care.
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4.9 (95 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care0
Families describe a small, family-like community where staff know residents personally, with many residents staying three to eight years.
- 3
5 (27 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 38 units
Reviewers describe a warm, family-like memory care community with attentive staff, strong nursing presence, and engaging daily activities for residents.
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Kingston Residence of Fort Wayne
4.9 (36 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 62 units
Families describe a clean, welcoming community where staff treat residents like family, praising food quality and activity programming.
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Lutheran Life Villages - The Village at Inverness
4.9 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living
Families describe attentive, compassionate staff who cared well through end-of-life care and dementia support, praising communication and weekly religious services.
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Heritage Park Assisted Living and Garden Homes
4.8 (18 reviews)· Assisted Living
Families single out caring, long-tenured staff and well-kept garden home apartments, describing a warm, well-managed community overall.
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5 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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Coventry Meadows Assisted LivingVerified
4.6 (77 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 115 units
Families describe a warm, caring campus spanning independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with staff praised for attentiveness and cleanliness.
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Lutheran Life Villages - The Village at Pine Valley Assisted Living & Assisted Living Memory Care
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Families describe attentive, personalized care with staff who know residents by name, noting visible improvements in health and happiness.
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Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center
4.5 (98 reviews)· Assisted Living, Home Health, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Reviewers describe a small, family-feeling rehabilitation center with staff praised for warmth and effective physical therapy outcomes.
What families say about assisted living in Fort Wayne
Counted across the review summaries of 34 Fort Wayne communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, cited in 94% of 34 rated communities, along with building and grounds in 65%, cleanliness in 62%, activities and social life in 53%, and medical and nursing care in 47%. Common concerns include staff attitude in 53% of communities, communication with families in 50%, safety in 47%, and medical and nursing care in 41%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 94%
- Building and grounds 65%
- Cleanliness 62%
- Activities and social life 53%
- Medical and nursing care 47%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 53%
- Communication with families 50%
- Safety 47%
- Medical and nursing care 41%
“This facility is beautiful! They care about their residents and the way their building looks! Recently remodeled rooms also! The team does a great job inside and out! Landscaping looks great also, inside and out would recommend here!”
“Shout out to Candice who was an amazing to work with! She really listened to what we were looking for and made sure all of our questions were answered. Facility was very well kept up and everyone we met went out of their way to make us feel welcome.”
“Carol was wonderful! She was able to give us a tour on the spot and made my mom feel so comfortable. She was kind, patient, and took the time to answer all of our questions. We truly appreciated her compassion.”
Assisted Living in Fort Wayne: the figures
- •Of the 12 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 10 have more than 60.
- •3 report accepting Medicaid.
- •Among the 6 that publish a starting price, prices start at $1,955 a month with a median of $2,850.
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (36), 24-hour staff (35), medication management (34), housekeeping (33), dietary accommodations (30), fitness center (28).
How families pay for assisted living in Indiana
Most families in Indiana start by paying privately, drawing on savings, pensions, retirement accounts and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family has a policy in place, can also help cover the cost of assisted living, memory care or independent living, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps offset care costs for those who meet the service and eligibility requirements.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Indiana.
Assisted Living near Fort Wayne
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington16.1 mi | 6 | 4.5 / 5 | 16.1 mi |
| Warsaw31.2 mi | 19 | 4.4 / 5 | 31.2 mi |
| Wabash32.8 mi | 12 | 4.6 / 5 | 32.8 mi |
All of Indiana: Assisted Living in Indiana. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on September 25, 2026 from the 36 communities listed in Fort Wayne, 1,614 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Assisted Living in Fort Wayne: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Fort Wayne, Indiana?
MyLivingChoice lists 36 assisted living communities in Fort Wayne, Indiana, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does assisted living cost in Fort Wayne?
Among Fort Wayne communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $1,955/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,823/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which assisted living communities in Fort Wayne are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Brightstar Senior Living of Fort Wayne (5★, 41 ratings), Kingston At Dupont (5★, 27 ratings), Prairie Landing (5★, 9 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Fort Wayne?
Beyond assisted living, Fort Wayne has skilled nursing / long term care (27 communities), memory care (26 communities), independent living (24 communities), at-home care (20 communities), home health (16 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
Do any assisted living communities in Fort Wayne accept Medicaid?
Yes. 3 assisted living communities in Fort Wayne report accepting Medicaid. Use the Medicaid filter on this page to see them, and confirm current availability directly with each community, as waiver programs often have waitlists.
How do families rate assisted living in Fort Wayne?
Families rate Fort Wayne assisted living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 1,614 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Fort Wayne assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 34 Fort Wayne communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 94%), building and grounds (mentioned for 65%), cleanliness (mentioned for 62%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (53%), communication with families (50%), safety (47%).
Are there small assisted living homes in Fort Wayne?
Of the 12 Fort Wayne communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 10 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Fort Wayne bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
