Story Cottage Living sits in quiet residential areas with leafy streets and pleasant homes, and they've built small communities with 8 to 10 bedrooms in each house, which helps keep things calm and easy for residents who have memory loss like dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Residents get a lot of attention because the ratio of staff to residents is low-about the lowest in Indianapolis, they say, especially at the newest spot. Staff includes Qualified Memory Care Professionals, some with special certifications like essentiALZ, and they've trained these caregivers to understand dementia and how to help folks through tough moments. The home's design helps residents feel safe and comfortable because there are passcodes on the doors, emergency response systems, and thoughtfully arranged rooms so folks are less likely to have accidents. Every room comes furnished and there's plenty of natural light, grab bars, walk-in tubs in nice spa-like bathrooms, and roll-in showers for easy bathing.
You'll see a wide front porch lined with bushes and a welcoming entryway, while inside there's a sunny dining area next to the kitchen, with places to gather for arts and crafts or music, plus a living room with a fireplace and comfortable seating. There's a special study area with shelves of books for quiet time, and a sunroom for soaking up some rays. Residents can step outside to a fenced-in backyard patio with comfortable tables and chairs, which is nice for enjoying the trees or joining horticultural activities when the weather's good. Wellbeing and physical health matter here, too, since they offer fitness and wellness programs, a salon service, and even some therapy and rehabilitation options right at home, plus a nurse who's there on a part-time basis for more medical support.
Story Cottage puts a big focus on memory care and makes sure support is personal by offering reminder help with medicine, in-home health care, hospice when needed, and keeping an eye on everyone with specialized monitoring tools that include night movement sensors. There's a House Manager who knows a lot about recreational therapy, so activities like tabletop games or music happen every week. Residents also have WiFi in their rooms, and housekeeping and linen services keep things tidy. Everyone enjoys communal dining, cable TV, guest parking, and religious services. The place feels like home, with two comfy bedrooms furnished with single beds and big windows, plus accessible bathrooms and a dedicated laundry area.
Family members who want to get to know the place can schedule a tour, and there's a video library and a virtual tour online to see what it's really like. The entry fee starts at $3,000, while memory care prices begin at $9,600 with all-inclusive rent available. There are resources and support for families, whether residents are in the West Clay, Williams Creek, Meridian Hills, or Carmel locations. Partnered with Senior Home Companions, who've worked in Indianapolis for over 30 years, Story Cottage keeps a close, comforting atmosphere, and does its best to keep life simple and safe for folks with memory challenges.
