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Wildwood Healthcare Center in Indianapolis, IN

Wildwood Healthcare Center is a nursing home community in Indianapolis, IN.

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Wildwood Healthcare Center in Indianapolis, IN

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7301 East 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219

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2.9 from 110 reviews
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Wildwood Healthcare Center Costs & Pricing

Wildwood Healthcare Center offers a range of accommodation options with monthly costs that reflect the quality of care and services provided. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay between $3,145 and $6,280, which is competitive compared to Marion County's average of $3,689 and Indiana's average of $3,739. Studio apartments are priced at $4,490 - a significant premium over the county's average of $2,869 and the state's average of $3,258 - indicating a higher level of amenities or personalized care. For those seeking more privacy, private rooms range from $4,950 to $7,160; this again positions Wildwood above local averages which stand at approximately $4,415 in Marion County and about $4,418 statewide. Additionally, the 1-bedroom option is offered at $5,200, considerably higher than both Marion County's average ($2,917) and Indiana's ($3,300), reflecting perhaps not only the facilities available but also an emphasis on tailored residential experiences. Overall, while Wildwood Healthcare Center does present higher costs in most categories compared to local benchmarks, it presumably invests in superior services and a supportive environment for its residents.

Floor plansWildwood Healthcare CenterMarion CountyIndiana
Semi-Private$3,145 to $6,280$3,689$3,739
Studio$4,490$2,869$3,258
Private$4,950 to $7,160$4,415$4,418
1 Bedroom$5,200$2,917$3,300

Overall Review of Wildwood Healthcare Center

differentiator 8 reviews mention this

Therapy is a strong point

Residents and families frequently describe therapy as hands-on and effective.

Multiple reviewers credit the therapy team with real progress, especially during rehab after hospital stays. Families describe therapy as persistent and focused on getting loved ones home, and others highlight specific disciplines like physical therapy and speech therapy. Several reviewers also mention positive day-to-day engagement from therapists during recovery, which contributes to an overall confidence in the rehab experience.

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Care quality is mixed

Reviews raise serious concerns about medication timing and consistent follow-through.

While some reviewers praise nursing and describe residents being well cared for across shifts, others report problems with medication delivery and basic support. Negative accounts include delayed or withheld meds, call lights going unanswered for long periods, and residents not receiving care in a timely way. A number of reviews also describe communication issues when families try to reach staff or clarify medical updates.

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Many mention cleanliness

Reviews commonly discuss the facility’s cleanliness and odors.

Several reviewers describe the building as clean, tidy, and smelling fresh or odor-free, including references to bathrooms and rooms being maintained. Others counter that cleanliness lapses are part of the experience, pointing to overflowing trash, dirty conditions, or unpleasant odors. Taken together, the reviews suggest cleanliness may vary by time and unit, with enough mentions on both sides to matter to families.

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Dining receives both praise and complaints

Dining is a frequent topic, with both positive and negative notes.

On the positive side, reviewers mention food with good flavor, balanced meals, and generally acceptable dining for residents in rehab. Others say meals are missed, served cold, or not well matched to healthier needs, and some describe unsanitary presentation like dirty dishes. Reviews also mention the importance of diet-related care, including special dietary restrictions.

  • A spacious dining area with elegantly set tables and chandeliers.
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Staff responsiveness varies widely

Some reviews describe attentive help, while others report delays reaching staff.

Several reviewers describe caring staff who interact with families and answer questions promptly, including during rehab and admissions. In contrast, other reviewers say it can be difficult to get help when needed, describing long delays for call buttons, trouble reaching someone by phone, and residents not being assisted when requested. This split suggests family expectations may align or clash depending on staffing and shift coverage at the time of the experience.

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Features

Housing

  • 160 resident community capacity 160 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • 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
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • 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

  • Indianapolis International (14 miles away) Indianapolis International (14 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • 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

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Nearby Places of Interest

This section of Indianapolis, Indiana offers a variety of conveniences for seniors looking to live in the area. With multiple cafes, pharmacies, restaurants, and medical facilities within close proximity, residents have easy access to essential services. Additionally, nearby hospitals such as Methodist Medical Plazas and St Francis Hospital Breast Center provide quality healthcare options. The presence of theaters, places of worship, and parks offer opportunities for entertainment, spiritual fulfillment, and outdoor recreation. Overall, this part of Indianapolis presents a well-rounded community with amenities that cater to the needs and interests of seniors.

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Community Health Pavilion (0.6 miles)
  • Dr Vickery's Office (4.8 miles)
  • Fall Creek Family Medicine (5.6 miles)
  • Blackburn Community Health Center (7.1 miles)
  • Riley Pediatric Neurology - IU Health Simon Cancer Center (7.4 miles)
  • Northeast Family Physicians (7.5 miles)
  • Dr Richard Stanley, DPM (7.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Jack In The Box (1.7 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (1.7 miles)
  • Hardee's (1.8 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.9 miles)
  • Weebles Bar & Grill (2.5 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.6 miles)
  • Wendy's (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Methodist Medical Plazas (2.6 miles)
  • St Francis Hospital Breast Center (6.3 miles)
  • Eskenazi Hospital (7.1 miles)
  • Indiana University Hospital (7.3 miles)
  • Simon Family Tower (7.5 miles)
  • Newborn Follow-Up Program, Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health (7.5 miles)
  • Community Rehabilitation Hospital North (7.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Washington Square 12 (3.1 miles)
  • Living Room Theaters (5.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Beginnings Fellowship Church (3.8 miles)
  • Cumberland First Baptist Church (4.5 miles)
  • Tabernacle Presbyterian Church (6.2 miles)
  • First Friends Church (6.5 miles)
  • Castleton United Methodist School (6.6 miles)
  • Lawrence Apostolic Church (6.6 miles)

Parks

  • Ft Harrison State Park (5.4 miles)
  • Watkins Park (6.9 miles)
  • Military Park (6.9 miles)
  • White River State Park (7.2 miles)

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