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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bear Lake, MI
Memory care in Bear Lake offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bear Lake is about $3,885 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 23 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellaire, Gaylord and Fife Lake.
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We are grateful to the many aids, nurses, cooks, residents who are making our mother's stay pleasant and well cared. They take time to joke with her and have a conversation about her interests. High...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I would recommend to others. However, staffing is an issue but this seems to be true with this type of facility. Staff are friendly and caring. When we visited Mom felt comfortable. Liked that they had one...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There are some families who might be interested in reading about Aspen Ridge, which is a friendly retirement community located in Bend. Many people throughout Oregon may be wondering where their parents should go during their golden years. The staff at Aspen Ridge will be ready to help take on...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Situated just steps away from beautiful Torch Lake, South Torch Assisted Living is a small town state licensed assisted living facility that has been caring for residents since July 1, 2019. The building was built in 2001 and renovated and expanded in 2018. Our building features large private...
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My Uncle likes this facility and he loves the staff members as well. They are very attentive and he only has good things to say about them. For activities, they offer things like crafts, movie nights, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Brook of Roscommon is an affordable assisted living community nestled in the tranquil village of Roscommon, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in Higgins Township in northern Michigan with both medical facilities and quaint village shops nearby. Our comfortable home environment only two...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I was very impressed with The Brook of Grayling. They are very nice people to work with and it is a very nice facility. Our experience was very limited as my mother ended up passing away shortly after...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Brook of Grayling is a great assisted living facility located in Grayling, Michigan. Our facility is located in a residential neighborhood, and within close proximity to Mercy hospital. Our facility is located near the beautiful AuSable river, which allows for residents to enjoy short walks...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Bear Lake, MI
The average cost of senior living in Bear Lake is $3,885 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,310 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Bear Lake
Recent reviews for memory care in Bear Lake
August Haus in Gaylord, MI
5.0
From the first phone call, to the move-in, through the past three months of my sister living at August Haus, the entire staff has been extremely helpful and supportive and thorough and inclusive. Could not have picked a better place for my sister! Thank you so much to everyone involved in the ...
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The Brook of Roscommon
5.0
The Brook of Roscommon is a nice community that my mom is settling in quite nicely. We really feel that she is in good caring hands here. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. I have dined here with my mom and the food is very good, they offer a wide variety of healthy choices and meals are well ...
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Aspen Ridge Retirement Village in Gaylord, MI
4.5
I was a POA for a friend of mine, a lady in her mid to late '80s. She suffered from severe dementia and arthritis. The folks at Aspen Ridge were just great! Two years after she was placed there I had to go to Florida, Part-time and back to Gaylord in the summer to care for my own mother. I ...
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Bear Lake memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bear Lake memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bear Lake, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Bear Lake memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bear Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bear Lake memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bear Lake Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bear Lake memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bear Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Bear Lake memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bear Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear Lake memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bear Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bear Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
August Haus, Aspen Ridge Retirement Village and South Torch Assisted Living, LLC are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bear Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Bear Lake, Michigan. See the full list.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Bear Lake, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bear Lake, Michigan, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bear Lake, Michigan, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Bear Lake, Michigan ranges from $1175 to $7850. The average Memory Care cost in Bear Lake, Michigan is $3,885. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bear Lake, Michigan typically starts at $1175. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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