University Place, located in West Lafayette, Indiana, is a senior living community affiliated with Franciscan Ministries, a faith-based non-profit organization. The facility offers a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid and a Medicare participant since January 2004, University Place is equipped to serve a diverse population of seniors and is licensed to provide continuing care services. The community accepts residents with psychiatric needs and offers a secured environment suitable for those with memory-care requirements.
Residents at University Place have access to a variety of care and medical support services. The community has 23 current occupants and provides a range of specialized care, including hospice, memory care, diabetes management, wound care, stroke recovery, incontinence support, and ambulatory care. The facility also offers comprehensive therapy services, such as speech and occupational therapy, as well as dental and podiatry care, audiology services, and access to a therapy room. Nurses are available to administer medication management, monitor health status, and coordinate care with external physicians as needed. University Place provides full assistance with activities of daily living—bathing, dressing, and toileting—and promotes self-care for residents who are able to eat independently. The secured community features indoor walking paths for safe recreation, and there is an on-site barber and beauty salon, fitness programs, and various clubs and community activities. Resident and family counseling services are also available to support adjustment and well-being. Religious preferences are accommodated, including Catholic services.
University Place offers complimentary transportation services for both medical and non-medical purposes. These services are available to help residents attend medical appointments, as well as community outings and personal errands, supporting continued engagement with the broader West Lafayette community.
Family and resident review summaries indicate a notable difference in satisfaction between independent living and higher-needs care. Independent living residents and their families frequently praise the welcoming community, active social calendar, scenic grounds, and attentive staff. Management communication, especially during public health challenges, and amenity quality—particularly in activities and dining—are regarded positively. However, those relying on assisted living, nursing, or memory care services cite concerns about chronic understaffing, high staff turnover, inconsistent supervision, and insufficient care for residents with substantial needs. Reports also point to managerial indifference regarding staff and resident care, problematic coordination of treatment, and some instances of medical negligence. Food service quality in higher-needs wings receives criticism, and the overall cost of the community is often questioned relative to the care provided. In summary, University Place is positively recognized for its independent living and lifestyle amenities, but ongoing challenges remain regarding staffing and care consistency in its assisted living and memory care sections.
Costs at this community start at $4,000 and range up to $6,495. The average price in the community is $5,248, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,500. The cost of continuing care retirement communities in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
