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Memory care in Highwood 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 Highwood is about $3,937 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 33 communities, read 476 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
The Brook of West Branch is an assisted living community situated in West Branch, MI. The quaint city of West Branch is known for its scenic trails, lakes and streams. Golfers enjoy taking advantage of the area's collection of golf courses, while fishermen appreciate the outstanding trout streams...
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.
For families that live in the West Michigan area and need a superior care situation for aging parents, the assisted living Horizon Senior Living III is one to investigate. This facility features home-like settings for your elderly beloved to enjoy. It can seem to them just like they are living...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Here at Horizon Senior Living II, we try to make the living experience as much like home as possible. From our caring staff of nurses and assistants to the decorations on the walls, as soon as you walk through the doors, you will get a sense of warmth. We are an elderly care facility that...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Highwood, MI

The average cost of senior living in Highwood is $3,937 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rose City, MI with an average of $2,563 per month.

Memory care costs in Highwood, MI, vs. nearby cities

Highwood, MI
$3,937/mo
$4,205/mo
$3,050/mo

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

Highwood, MI
$3,937/mo
U.S. national average
$4,975/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,937/mo

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

Studio
$5,408/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,241/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,132/mo

Senior living costs in Highwood 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: Highwood, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighwood, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$3,937/mo$4,639/mo$4,975/mo
Assisted Living$3,841/mo$4,265/mo$4,720/mo
Independent Living$3,656/mo$3,763/mo$4,178/mo
Memory Care
Highwood, MI:$3,937/mo
Michigan:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,975/mo
Assisted Living
Highwood, MI:$3,841/mo
Michigan:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,720/mo
Independent Living
Highwood, MI:$3,656/mo
Michigan:$3,763/mo
U.S.:$4,178/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Highwood

Recent reviews for memory care in Highwood

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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Tridgeview Commons in Midland, MI

5.0
We chose Brookdale Midland because the staff that worked there all had nursing experience. They are all very knowledgeable and know things about my dad and what his likes and dislikes are.

Highwood review score based on 55 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 55 reviews of 31 Highwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highwood 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

Highwood review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Highwood, MI31 facilities
8.7
Beaverton, MI31 facilities
8.0
Gladwin, MI15 facilities

Review subcategories for Highwood 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 55 reviews of 31 Highwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Highwood 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.
Highwood, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.6
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.5
4.0
Meals & dining
4.3
3.7
Activities
4.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Highwood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highwood, 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 Highwood 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 Highwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highwood, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.9%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highwood 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 Highwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highwood, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.3%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.1%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highwood 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 Highwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highwood, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.4%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
20.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Highwood 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 Highwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highwood, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.4%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
22.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highwood 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 Highwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highwood, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
19.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.3%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.4%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
29%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Highwood

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 Highwood protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Tridgeview Commons are the top-rated memory care facilities near Highwood, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 33 memory care facilities near Highwood, Michigan. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Highwood, Michigan are Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 33 memory care facilities near you in Highwood, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood, Michigan ranges from $800 to $8541. The average Memory Care cost in Highwood, Michigan is $3,937. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Highwood, 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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