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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Elwell, MI

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Memory care in Elwell 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 Elwell is about $5,953 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 155 communities, read 2473 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Mount Pleasant, Alma and Brice.

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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Bay City
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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22 reviews
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Mom is getting great care. Staff is friendly and manager as well as nurse is very engaging and really do care. Mom’s only complaint is that she doesn’t like the food. She is a picky eater so I am sure it is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living community. You’ll be greeted by our professional staff who are ready to listen to you and learn all about your wants, needs – and stories! You’ll see residents smiling, laughing and participating in...
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The staff was great and did everything they could to accommodate my Dad. He was only there for a couple of weeks and didn't participate in an activity because of his health.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of The Brook of Portland
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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5 for all, except food. I prepare my own food in my apartment. Due to food restrictions I can not eat some of the food on the menu. However, the Thanksgiving Day and Easter Sunday meals were great, 5+. Yes,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Brookdale Meridian MC
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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The amazing level of friendly enthusiasm. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale Meridian to other families based on the experience so far!
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At our community in Haslett, Mich., which offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care, we have the experience to understand the complexity of dementia at every stage. Memory care services in a safe, comfortable, home-like environment is the unique contribution we can make to your loved one’s well-being...
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We have a 1 bedroom, the rooms CD are large, you feel like you have your own place. The staff are friendly, get you out for meals and activities. It's nice they can set their own temperature for their room....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of Red Cedar Lodge Senior Living
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7.9
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22 reviews
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Good size room and close. The staff was very nice and supportive. Several activities and games and also a prayer chapel. Beauty Salon and outdoor patio.. Food was average.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Red Cedar Lodge Senior Living, we pride ourselves on offering a range of assisted living and memory care services that set us apart from the rest. We bring a resort-style experience to everyday life, where our residents are free to enjoy themselves, forge meaningful connections, and pursue...
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Photo of Haslett Pointe Senior Living
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33 Floor plans available
7.8
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37 reviews
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37 reviews
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Any questions or concerns that I had were answered/addressed quickly. There are a couple of nice outdoor areas where residents can enjoy the nice weather.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our community, located in Haslett, Mich., about 20 minutes from Lansing, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals and fun outings. Haslett offers the warmth...
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Photo of Delta Retirement Center
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.7
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53 reviews
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The staff is very friendly. Sometimes they come around more than you pay them for. Which is not a bad thing. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
A staple in the community since 1989, you can tell that Delta Retirement Center is a family-owned organization by the culture we have cultivated over the years.Our one story community includes spacious studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. Each apartment has a living, dining, and...
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7.5
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7.5
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Not enough care givers. They don't seem to let different shifts know what is going on. I was total that my mom would receive PT and memory care activities, so far have not seen anything!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
From freshly prepared meals to an energetic social scene, Bickford ensures your loved one experiences the zest of life every day. Our caregivers, more like extended family, are there at every step, ensuring your loved one’s best possible life. Central to our ethos is the HigherPath senior health...
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This is an awesome place. Such a loving and caring staff. They took care of my father right up to his last breath. Words could never express our gratitude.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our mission is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those living with dementia and their families.Stone Lodge provides a secure and stimulating, lodge-like living environment. Our purpose is to provide quality of life and maximize individual strengths and capabilities by offering a...
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Photo of Margaret's Meadows
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7.0
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8 reviews
7.0
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Overall it's great so far. Staff has been very good so far as well. There's always lots of food & good overall experience this far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Margaret's Meadows specializes in providing memory and long term care and is conveniently located in central Michigan, only a few miles from the picturesque Mt. Pleasant and Lake Isabella. Margaret's Meadows prides itself on its clean and safe environment -one where the residents will feel at...
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Photo of Coleman Fields Assisted Living and Memory Care
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My mother lives here, Amazing staff and facility. Very loving and caring, to residents and all of us family members. Go out of their way to make us comfortable and have everything we may need. l am very...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Niche Aging Center Claire
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I could never have found a better place to put my mama! All the staff are absolutely wonderful and they deserve to be noticed! I tell them all how thankful i am for them daily. I never thought the day would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Niche Aging Center Claire is a community that gives senior citizens help with Alzheimer's if they need it, as well as other services for the elderly. The whole facility is extremely comfortable, and there is a huge hall that is used for life-enrichment activities and social events. All the meals...
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Photo of Midland King's Daughters Home
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Midland King's has nice grounds and friendly staff members. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. It is an older building so not as spacious as some...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Gracious care in a beautiful settingKing’s Daughters Home is a beautifully designed senior living community offering assisted living in Midland, MI as well as nursing services. Since 1947, seniors and their families have trusted our devoted staff to provide attentive, holistic care in a...
Photo of Shields Comfort Care
22 Photos available
Pricing promotions available
2.0
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My wife is in the memory care unit at Shields Comfort Care and I am beyond appreciative of the care she receives there. I never have to worry if she is ok. She loves the food and especially loves the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of Brookdale Midland (MC)
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We have had the best experience with Brookdale Midland. They have been wonderful with my mother in law, helping her adjust. They are on top of everything. The staff is very proactive. The food is great. The...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Live well at any ageLife should feel good, and our community in Midland, MI can help you live your best life, worry free. Our peaceful campus is conveniently situated close to U.S.10 making it easily accessible for residents and families. Our community supports both assisted living and memory...
Photo of Auburn Fields Assisted Living II, LLC
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The ease of being able to visit my loved one and the staff being responsive to the residents that needed assistance stand out to me. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Bickford of Saginaw Township
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My mother in law got a one bedroom here. Beautiful place, nice staff. Something she and her family was the 30 day period at move in where they had to manage her medications, even though she was doing it for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Photo of Meadows of Owosso
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I grew up in Owosso Michigan, I currently live in Bend Oregon. My parents remained in Owosso, despite trying to urge them to move closer to my sister who lived in Rockford, Illinois or myself. They were in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 truly will be no place like home like The Meadows. We will strive to do everything possible to bring the comforts of home to our future residents. Our community will provide everything a home offers as well as amenities, activities, and services. We are passionate about providing a loving...
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The staff and this community are wonderful. My loved one is in need of services now and I am ready to make a call back to get him services so that he can be in great care. My other loved one was only there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Divine Life Assisted Living Center is a family owned and operated Adult Foster Care (AFC) home licensed through the Michigan Department of Human Services Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing located in the beautiful DeWitt, Michigan! We are a 24 hour care home with 3 private bedrooms and 4...
Photo of Bavarian Comfort Care
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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My father receives physical, speech and occupational therapy each week in house. The therapist are wonderful. The facility is newly renovated and very clean. Additional services offered make all the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bavarian Comfort Care is an assisted living community in peaceful Bridgeport, Saginaw County, Michigan. Bridgeport is a small unincorporated community located right outside of Saginaw. The area offers quick access to Interstate 75 and Highway 46. Bavarian Comfort Care is located at the corner...
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The small size of this assisted living gives it such a cozy and safe feeling for my mother. We toured many other communities, but the quaint feeling of this center has proven to be the right choice. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Symphony Tri-Cities Assisted Living Your Door to A New BeginningThe Leighton House Assisted Living Inns are designed for guests who desire some help to make daily life easier. Care plans are individualized for the needs of each guest. The philosophy is to allow people to continue to have private...
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They are extremely thorough, and they have had a great covid plan. They encourage activities and the staff is friendly and caring. the facility is very family orientated and they take care of any issues...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Prestige Pines Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (DeWitt, MI) — Prestige Pines has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its dedication to improving the lives...
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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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The care at the community for my father is great. We like knowing that this community is clean and maintained. He likes the meals and the good variety. They do offer the activiites to the residents who want...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
EASTBURY SUPPORTIVE LIVING CENTEROur assisted living property is located on the campus of Eastbury Supportive Living Center, in Lansing, MI. At Eastbury, residents shall experience an atmosphere of peace and well-being while receiving the personal care and support they need to achieve their full...

Cost of memory care in Elwell, MI

The average cost of senior living in Elwell is $5,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shepherd, MI with an average of $5,411 per month.

Memory care costs in Elwell, MI, vs. state and national averages

Elwell, MI
$5,953/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Elwell, MI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,953/mo

Memory care costs in Elwell, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,502/mo
Studio
$6,132/mo

Senior living costs in Elwell vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Elwell, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElwell, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$5,953/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,520/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Elwell, MI:$5,953/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Elwell, MI:$4,520/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Elwell, MI:unavailable
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Elwell

Recent reviews for memory care in Elwell

Independence Village of Midland

5.0
Moved my parents into Independence Village Midland in August. The whole staff has made this a great experience for me in getting my parents settled in. They are very attentive to their needs and informing me of all issues. I am relieved to have my parents in a safe caring environment. All the ...
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Bickford of Midland

4.0
This is a pretty nice community, and so far my mother is doing well with her move to this community. I do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a good staff, and they are caring for her well. They have nice meals, and good activities available for the residents. The only thing that ...
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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Elwell review score based on 503 family reviews

8.0
Review score155 facilities503 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 503 reviews of 155 Elwell memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elwell 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

Elwell review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Elwell, MI155 facilities
8.1
St. Johns, MI196 facilities
8.3
Mount Pleasant, MI107 facilities

Review subcategories for Elwell 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 503 reviews of 155 Elwell memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elwell 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.
Elwell, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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3.5
Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Elwell memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwell memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwell, 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 Elwell 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 Elwell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elwell, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.8%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.3%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elwell 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 Elwell Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elwell, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.2%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.6%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.2%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.4%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elwell 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 Elwell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elwell, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.9%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.4%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwell 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 Elwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elwell, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.2%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
28.4%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwell 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 Elwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elwell, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
31%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.3%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.4%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.9%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Elwell

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Michigan memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Elwell protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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