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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Decatur, MI
Memory care in Decatur 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 Decatur is about $4,414 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 151 communities, read 1610 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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 Decatur, MI
The average cost of senior living in Decatur is $4,414 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Benton Harbor, MI with an average of $4,265 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Decatur, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Decatur, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Decatur, MI by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Decatur
Recent reviews for memory care in Decatur
Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN
4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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The Cortland Holland Meadows
5.0
I like knowing that my mom is doing well here. The staff is caring and attentive to her needs. The community is clean and has a nice home feeling. We like the variety of meals that are offered. She is offered to participate in the list of actives.We feel that is getting good care and a good ...
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Nazareth Center in Kalamazoo, MI
5.0
Best place my mom has been. 100% better than another place she experienced. So far after 6 weeks at Nazareth Center, I have not found anything to complain about. They have lived up to everything they have said they would do. The staff feels like family. Would definitely recommend!
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Effective communication between staff and families. Several reviews highlight the importance of clear communication between community staff and families, such as at North Woods Village at Edison Lakes and North Woods Village of Kalamazoo, where families appreciated regular updates and open dialogue with staff to address any concerns.
Personalized care for residents' individual needs. Multiple reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers towards residents' unique care needs, as seen at Heritage Point Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care and Vibrant Life Senior Living Kalamazoo, where staff listened to families' concerns and took steps to make the transit ...
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Quality of staff and their dedication to resident care. Numerous reviews praise the kindness, compassion, and professionalism of the staff at the communities, as highlighted in North Woods Village at Edison Lakes, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, American House Holland, and North Woods Village of Kalamazoo. These staff members go ab ...
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Attention to hygiene and cleanliness. Cleanliness and upkeep were key factors for residents and their families, as noted at Brookdale Battle Creek, North Woods Village at Edison Lakes, and StoryPoint Portage, where they mentioned the cleanliness of the living spaces, including private rooms and communal areas.
Diverse range of activities for residents. Communities that offer various activities catering to residents' interests keep them engaged and active, as observed at North Woods Village at Edison Lakes, North Woods Village of Kalamazoo, and Park Village Pines, where families appreciated the wide range of activities available.
Support for families during the transition process. Some families expressed gratitude for the assistance and understanding they received during their loved ones' move to the community, such as at Heritage Point Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care and North Woods Village of Kalamazoo, where staff made the process as smooth as possible ...
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Decatur review score based on 488 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 488 reviews of 128 Decatur memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Decatur review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Decatur review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Decatur memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 488 reviews of 128 Decatur memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Decatur resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Decatur, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
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Decatur memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Decatur memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Decatur, 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 Decatur 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 Decatur that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
49.2%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.8%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.3%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.8%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.7%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.9%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Decatur 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 Decatur Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Decatur, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.9%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Decatur 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 Decatur partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Decatur, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.1%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.2%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Decatur 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 Decatur communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Decatur, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Decatur 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 Decatur offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Decatur, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
39.8%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, Forest Glen Assisted Living and North Woods Village at Edison Lakes are the top-rated memory care facilities near Decatur, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 151 memory care facilities near Decatur, Michigan. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Decatur, Michigan are Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, Forest Glen Assisted Living and North Woods Village at Edison Lakes. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 151 memory care facilities near you in Decatur, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Decatur, 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 Decatur, 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 Decatur, Michigan ranges from $800 to $12200. The average Memory Care cost in Decatur, Michigan is $4,414. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Decatur, Michigan typically starts at $800. 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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