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Memory care in Leelanau County 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 Leelanau County is about $3,784 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 29 communities, read 63 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My husband really enjoyed his time at Northport highlands he is actually going back.for another stay. Staff very was friendly. He enjoyed the activities and meeting new people. He was out there for...
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.
Northport Highlands is an assisted living community strategically located in the picturesque town of Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan. Our community is located on a gorgeous 16-acre campus overlooking the legendary Grand Transverse Bay. With a fine harbor and park, antique shops, full...
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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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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.
Autumn House of Williamsburg is a unique community of independent apartments, nestled on ten private acres of beautiful woodlands. The physical environment provides beauty, privacy and gracious living.Visit us today for a tour!
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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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I liked this community for the care that my friend received from this caring community. The staff was nice and very patient to his needs. They offered a good variety of healthy meals to the residents....
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.
Here at Eastport Village, we put our resident's health & happiness first. We believe it is essential to provide an active fulfilling safe environment. We want to care for your family like they are our own.It is our mission to help your loved one maintain a happy active life with...
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I was extremely nervous about moving my parent into the Boyne City facility from reading the reviews. My Mother has been there for three months now and absolutely loves it!!! They are under new management...
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.
The Brook of Boyne City is an assisted living community located in Boyne City, MI. Boyne City is situated on the southeast end of Lake Charlevoix's east arm, and is known for its cultural heritage, unique eats and exciting events and festivals. Home to the Boyne River, much of the city's culture...
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My Mom and Dad stayed at Traverse Manor for almost 10 years, with my Dad passing first about 7 years ago. Many times they shared “this is the best place for us to be” through a series of family...
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.
Traverse ManorFind a relaxing, welcoming place to call home at Traverse Manor, located in Traverse City, Michigan, a modern, well-cared for assisted living community. We’re located just minutes from the big city but far enough away that you’ll enjoy a beautiful, nature filled environment on our...
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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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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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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Peace of mind is what our family has received since both of our parents became residents @ Bay Ridge. The staff has been wonderful. Both parents are in a safe, clean compassionate place. I can't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living*Must be 55 years of age or older*Affordable rental available*Basic monthly rental package*Includes transportation*Cable tv, social programs*24 hour emergency responseAssisted Living*Age requirement is 60 years old*24 hour / 7 days a week*Caring competent staff around the...
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We are so incredibly grateful for the care that our parents receive through the loving staff of the Highlander building. Just last night I walked in to say goodnight to my mom right as [name removed] was...
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.
Imagine retirement living on the beautiful shores of Boardman Lake near the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Wake every morning to the peaceful sounds of water and woodlands. Watch the swans drifting slowly across the lake. Hear song birds in the trees. Take a stroll on the Boardman Lake Trail...
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We were so happy when a place came open at Culver Meadows for our Dad in the [date removed]. Dad's advancing dementia made it no longer safe for him to live at home. Culver Meadows' peaceful setting and...
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.
We at Culver Meadows AFC strive to make all residents feel like family, our goal is to give the best quality of care possible to all who enter our home. Our staff are well trained to provide all levels of care as needed on an individual basis.
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Brigadoon only offers assisted living. They had a lot of nice people working there, a few that weren't but most were nice. The cost of Brigadoon is high for the area, we were paying close to $8000 a month....
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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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.
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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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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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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My mother lived at Frankfort Pines and the care she received was above and beyond what we expected. We expected her needs to be met, but it was so much more. The workers there treated her like she was...
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.
FRANKFORT PINES ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS Frankfort Pines is an Assisted Living Facility that provides spacious apartments and suites designed for single residents and couples. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. One monthly fee provides assistance with daily living tasks, all meals...
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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.
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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Leelanau County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Leelanau County is $3,784 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Empire, MI with an average of $3,393 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Leelanau County, MI vs. nearby counties

Leelanau County, MI
$3,784/mo
$3,547/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Leelanau County, MI vs. the state and national average

Leelanau County, MI
$3,784/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Leelanau County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,784/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Leelanau County, MI by room type

Studio
$5,910/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,725/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,838/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Leelanau County

Recent reviews for memory care in Leelanau County

Frankfort Pines

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My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

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They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Northport Highlands

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Both my parents have moved into Northport Highlands. My mother needed it more so than my father, but it comforted my family and I knowing that this is the place that is taking care of them. They have such a friendly staff, the place is always clean and it seems like there is always something ...
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Leelanau County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leelanau County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leelanau County, 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 Leelanau County 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 Leelanau County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Leelanau County, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.8%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Leelanau County 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 Leelanau County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Leelanau County, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Leelanau County 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 Leelanau County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leelanau County, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Leelanau County 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 Leelanau County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leelanau County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leelanau County 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 Leelanau County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.8%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
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31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Northport Highlands, Traverse Manor and Southridge Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Leelanau County, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 29 memory care facilities near Leelanau County, Michigan. See the full list.

The 29 memory care facilities near you in Leelanau County, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Leelanau County, 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 Leelanau County, 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 Leelanau County, Michigan ranges from $1175 to $7600. The average Memory Care cost in Leelanau County, Michigan is $3,784. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Leelanau County, 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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