Virginia Place

Virginia Place in Merrillville, Indiana, serves seniors in a single-story residential home with 45 private rooms and a variety of care options like assisted living, memory care, and nursing care, and there's also independent and continuing care retirement options available, so folks can get help whether they're pretty independent or need more support. The place welcomes small pets, has birdwatching and raised garden beds in a big courtyard, plus outside patios and porches to relax on, and there are both indoor and outdoor common areas, like cozy lounges, TV rooms, a piano and organ, a barber shop and beauty salon, and even a game room for socializing. People can dine in private dining rooms or enjoy restaurant-style meals, guest meals, and plenty of menu choices including low-sugar, low-sodium, and international foods, so there's something for most diets, and they get help with laundry, dry cleaning, and housekeeping, too. The facility has free Wi-Fi, free resident parking, and complimentary transportation for outings or appointments, with additional transport options if needed, and it's all on one floor to make getting around easy, with wheelchair-accessible showers and no stairs or elevators to worry about. Local residents and families have given it a 4.5-star rating based on 26 reviews. Staff include a full-time registered nurse and trained medical team who are there around the clock, so folks get personalized care plans that are updated to match their needs, whether they require help bathing, dressing, medication, or memory support in a secure area designed for clarity and safety for those with dementia. Virginia Place also offers short-term respite care, hospice support, and home care services for seniors who'd rather stay at home but still want companionship and extra help from trained aides. The atmosphere is steady and supportive, with activities both on-site and off-site, from crafts and gardening to games and educational programs, and there's a full calendar to help folks feel connected, stay active, and keep their minds engaged. There's transportation, parking, and a large outdoor space for gardening or watching wildlife, and every resident gets support for long-term care insurance and family caregiving, plus guidance from staff in planning future needs. It's a pet-friendly, home-like place where the team works to help people keep their independence as much as possible while making sure they have what they need to feel comfortable, safe, and part of the community.