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South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Center in Gary, IN

South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Center is an assisted living community in Gary, IN.

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353 Tyler Street, Gary, IN 46402

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.3 from 40 reviews
5 stars
18
4 stars
3
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Center Costs & Pricing

South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Center offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Lake County and the larger context of Indiana. For instance, a studio at South Shore is priced at $2,595 per month, significantly lower than Lake County's average of $3,986 and even more favorable than the state average of $3,258. Similarly, one-bedroom units are available for $2,795, again undercutting Lake County's rate of $3,652 and remaining attractive against Indiana's figure of $3,300. The center's two-bedroom option at $3,295 also reveals a cost-effective choice in comparison to Lake County's rates that exceed $4,460 while still being within reach relative to the state average of $3,208. Overall, South Shore presents an appealing financial perspective for those considering long-term care options in this region.

Floor plansSouth Shore Health & Rehabilitation CenterLake CountyIndiana
Studio$2,595$3,986$3,258
1 Bedroom$2,795$3,652$3,300
2 Bedrooms$3,295$4,460$3,208

Overall Review of South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Center

common 11 reviews mention this

Therapy and activities get praise

Residents and families describe therapy and daily activities as a standout part of the stay.

Several reviews mention enjoying therapy and feeling engaged through planned activities. Some residents highlight social work and activities, while others specifically call out that there are daily things to do. A few also note gaps, like waiting too long for help or wanting more therapy space, so the experience varies.

common 14 reviews mention this

Staff warmth is a mixed bag

Many reviews credit kind, attentive staff, especially with day-to-day support.

On the positive side, multiple reviewers say the staff is friendly, compassionate, and responsive to concerns, with families feeling kept informed. Social workers and aides are named in a number of the better experiences, and some reviews say they felt well taken care of. At the same time, several reviews raise concerns about unprofessional or rude behavior and reports of negligence and understaffing, so impressions of staff quality are not consistent.

common 8 reviews mention this

Food quality is commonly mentioned

Food shows up as a frequent point of approval or frustration.

Some reviews say the food is good and that meals help make the stay feel more comfortable, including mention of improvements like meal variety. Other reviews are far less positive, describing the food as terrible, repetitive, or disappointing, and connecting it to an overall dissatisfaction with the kitchen. Because dining is mentioned both ways, residents seem to have very different expectations or experiences.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and pests drive complaints

Concerns about cleanliness and pests come up repeatedly in negative reviews.

A number of negative reviews describe dirty conditions and pest problems, including bed bugs and roaches, along with unpleasant odors or overall filth. Positive reviews often say the facility is clean and fresh, which suggests outcomes may vary by time or unit. Several complaints also extend beyond appearance into worries about hygiene during care.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Staffing and response times vary

Some residents and families report delays and staffing shortages.

A few reviews describe waits for assistance and slow response, including one account of being left on a bedpan for hours and medication arriving late. Others mention being short-handed, with limited coverage in certain areas. These concerns show up alongside praise in other reviews, so the level of responsiveness may not be consistent.

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Features

Housing

  • 100 resident community capacity 100 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Chicago Midway (24 miles away) Chicago Midway (24 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • Methodist Hospitals (0.6 miles)
  • St Catherine Hospital (5.6 miles)
  • St Mary Medical Center Fifth Floor Cancer Ward (7.8 miles)
  • Community Hospital (9 miles)
  • Portage Outpatient Clinic (9.1 miles)
  • Northwest Health Urgent Care-Portage (9.4 miles)

Parks

  • Washington Park (1.3 miles)
  • Central Park (6.5 miles)
  • Festival Park (6.5 miles)
  • Wicker Memorial Park (7.2 miles)
  • Beech Park (8 miles)
  • Riverside Park (8.4 miles)
  • The Park (8.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Great Lakes Cafe (1.4 miles)
  • Sip Coffee House (6.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (8.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (9.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (9.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Trinity United Church of Christ Gary (1.6 miles)
  • St Mary Church (6.5 miles)
  • Woodmar United Methodist Church (7.3 miles)
  • Illiana Islamic Association (7.7 miles)
  • St. Paul's Lutheran School (9.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (3.5 miles)
  • Quaker Steak & Lube (3.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (4.3 miles)
  • Pepe's Mexican Restaurant (5.5 miles)
  • White Castle (5.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (5.7 miles)
  • Culver's (5.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (5.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (6 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.5 miles)

Physicians

  • East Chicago Dialysis (5.8 miles)
  • Pediatric Health Care Assoc (7.1 miles)
  • Bone & Joint Specialists (7.7 miles)
  • Lake Park Clinic (7.7 miles)
  • Gn Endocrinology (7.9 miles)
  • Premier Oncology Hematology Associates (8.7 miles)
  • University of Chicago Health Specialist (8.8 miles)

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