Village Green in Merrillville, Indiana, is an independent-living community that also accepts residents with more complex health profiles. The staff is prepared to support people who wander during the day or night, have a history of elopement, stay awake overnight, require wound care, use oxygen, or manage diabetes with oral medications, insulin injections, or sliding-scale protocols. The community accepts residents with advanced dementia conditions and has the capability to monitor and respond to their changing needs.
A registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is on site 24 hours a day, with additional nursing support on call at all times. All direct-care employees undergo background checks, and the building is staffed and secured around the clock. Doors are alarmed, and Wander Guard systems are in place for residents who might attempt to leave unexpectedly. Emergency pull cords and personal emergency response systems can alert staff or call 911 directly. The community keeps an awake overnight staff and has activity personnel on duty to maintain engagement. A podiatrist visits on site, and caregivers can provide full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Residents who use walkers or wheelchairs, need standby help, or require a one-person transfer are accommodated.
Living options include apartments that may feature a private bathroom, a kitchenette, and individual temperature controls, although not every unit offers every feature. Residences are designed to allow residents to manage daily routines with as much autonomy as possible while having help close at hand.
Meals follow a set menu with snacks available throughout the day. The culinary team can adjust textures, portion sizes, and nutritional content for residents with special dietary requirements, including those related to diabetes or other medical conditions.
The campus provides resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, an exercise room, a movie room, a wellness center, and on-site barber and beauty services. Scheduled transportation is offered, and the property is close to public transit for personal outings. On-site religious services are available for those who wish to attend.