American Village sits in the quiet Meridian-Kessler neighborhood of Indianapolis, with a large, wooded campus and a private lake, making for peaceful surroundings where folks can enjoy walking trails and gardens. The community offers different levels of care-all the way from independent living in garden homes, to assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and hospice services, so seniors can stay as their needs change. The staff are well-trained in senior care, with folks like nurses, doctors, therapists, and care aides working together using a person-centered approach, which means they try to shape care around each resident's needs, not the other way around.
Residents can choose from standalone cottages, bungalows, 2-bedroom and studio apartments, and some rooms come with kitchenettes and nice views of the campus. They offer both private and semi-private rooms, with wheelchair access throughout, and everything gets plenty of cleaning attention from the housekeeping staff who come around twice a week and handle linens too. People can bring their cats or dogs, and there are pet-focused activities as well. The property allows parking for residents and guests, plus free scheduled transportation for appointments or outings.
Inside, there are community areas like recreation rooms, TV lounges, art and computer spaces, and plenty of outdoor patios and gardens to spend time on. American Village has an activity director who organizes a busy schedule-games, story time, stretching and exercise classes, yoga, Tai Chi, art, cooking, gardening, music, and intergenerational events that welcome kids and families. There's a dedicated fitness area and a "THRIVE Wellness Program," focused on helping people stay active in mind and body. Off-site trips, karaoke, Wii bowling, trivia nights, and gardening keep the calendar full.
Meals can be eaten any time of day in large dining rooms, ordered as room service, or cooked in apartment kitchens. They try to accommodate different diets like low sodium, vegan, or low sugar, and have restaurant-style dining and private dining rooms for family visits or small parties. There's a barber and beautician on site, and devotional and religious services both onsite and offsite.
For health support, there's skilled nursing care, a doctor on call, and a nurse always available, with support for everything from daily tasks like bathing and dressing to physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Medication care is closely monitored and managed by trained staff. Outpatient rehab is available, and the memory care area is both separate and secure, built for residents with dementia or behaviors like wandering, with staff who know how to handle these situations and technology to keep everyone safe. Behavioral care programs help residents with more serious issues.
American Village accepts veterans' benefits, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, and private pay. The entire place has emergency response systems, wheelchair access, concierge service, and maintenance-free living. While the buildings are a bit older, everything's updated and clean, and the aim is to keep a homelike, respectful atmosphere where dignity and individual needs come first. They aren't accepting new residents right now, only speak English, and don't have a public office schedule. The community really tries to help seniors age in place by offering whatever support is required, whether for independent outings, memory care, short-term rehab, or long-term assistance.
