Journey Senior Living at Merrillville is an assisted living facility located in Merrillville, Indiana. The facility primarily offers assisted living services and is specially designed to cater to residents with memory care needs. Situated in a welcoming and clean environment, it provides a community setting that fosters close relationships among residents and staff.

The care services available at Journey Senior Living include specialized Memory Care designed specifically to accommodate memory loss. The community is secured to ensure the safety of all residents, particularly those with cognitive impairments. Residents benefit from ambulatory and incontinence care, as well as diabetes care, ensuring their medical needs are properly managed. The facility emphasizes medication management to support residents’ health, and their staff is known for their compassionate, attentive, and professional care. Additionally, residents have access to both indoor and outdoor walking paths, encouraging regular physical activity in a secure environment. The inclusion of a barber/beauty salon on-site tends to residents’ grooming needs, promoting a sense of personal care and well-being.

Transportation services at Journey Senior Living are available at cost, supporting both medical and non-medical purposes. This offers residents access to necessary appointments and errands, providing flexibility and autonomy in managing personal needs. The inclusion of transportation services is essential for aiding resident independence, particularly for those who cannot drive.

Additional resident programs include opportunities for physical activity such as Yoga and Chair Yoga. This helps maintain physical health and flexibility and offers social interaction among residents. Despite some mentioned improvements in management stability and outdoor aesthetics, residents and their families generally report positive experiences, emphasizing the quality of care and the tightly-knit community. The facility's proactive communication and maintenance response earn appreciation from families, providing reassurance about the continual care and attention their loved ones receive.

Costs at this community start at $2,462 and range up to $8,090. The average price in the community is $5,276, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,851. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.