Grace Village Retirement Community sits on a 43-acre campus in Winona Lake, Indiana, and has served older adults since opening in 1975 after being incorporated in 1974, and while the community is affiliated with the Fellowship of Grace Brethren Churches and carries a Christian focus, it welcomes seniors of all faiths and backgrounds, aiming to help them live to their fullest potential in a setting where spiritual well-being is important but not forced on anyone, and from the well-kept "Robin Hood Homes," which are 58 condo-style houses, to the 117 independent living apartments that come in studios, efficiencies, or one to two bedrooms, residents have choices that fit their needs, and the community also offers 52 licensed assisted living studios and suites, alongside a healthcare center that provides nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation, including 12 private suites dedicated for short term rehab stays, so folks who need help for a little while can have their space; and with about 51-200 employees, everyone gets personal attention, from nursing homes to home care and even respite care for families who need a break, and the staff, which includes maintenance, rehabilitation, and resident services aides, is around 24 hours a day to keep things safe and comfortable.
Grace Village is a licensed not-for-profit continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, which basically means people can move between different levels of care-starting with independent living, then stepping up to assisted living or skilled nursing care if needed, all without having to leave the familiar campus, and those who come often like the peace of mind that kind of setup can give, especially with amenities like weekly housekeeping, linen service, covered parking, and a user rating of 4.0 out of 4 reviews, not to mention practical things such as an on-site beauty salon and barbershop, a bank branch for daily business, and a rehabilitation center with a well-equipped therapy room; and when it comes to social life, there's an active resident portal, regular programs for spiritual growth with chapel services, a chaplain on staff, as well as game rooms with billiards, jukeboxes, and areas for shuffleboard, exercise, and reading, with a library and computers handy, and even guest rooms for visiting loved ones who want to spend the night.
Folks here can also get rides to scheduled events, join in on group activities like the annual Mother's Day celebration, relax in a lounge with two fireplaces, or enjoy the private dining areas inside the newly remodeled gathering spots, and if the outdoors is more appealing, the enclosed courtyard and gardens are well-kept and offer a peaceful spot; and with their ARTcare program and volunteer opportunities, residents have more to do with both creative and community-focused options. Grace Village keeps a strong Christian ethos through everything but remains open and friendly to all, and whether it's for independent living, assisted living, or full nursing or memory care, the goal stays simple: make life safe, secure, and comfortable, with attention to both physical and spiritual needs, offering expert guidance for those looking into long-term care or insurance, and always trying to keep residents engaged, cared for, and at home in their community.
