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Memory care in Pontiac 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 Pontiac is about $5,920 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 338 communities, read 7714 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Detroit, Livonia and Farmington Hills.

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Photo of Living Well Assisted Living
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 Living well, we believe that living life to the fullest in those "Golden Years play a very important part of our seniors Well Being. Comfort, Safety and a lifestyle alternative to nursing home placement. At Living Well, our residents can choose a one or two bedroom comfortable rental...
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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.
Where else can you go to get 24-hour personal care assistance and therapy services and still feel like you're right at home? We provide quality care and excellent services to your loved one while maintaining dignity and respect.
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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.
There's no place like home. When you can not live alone but a nursing home is not the answer for you, Rockwell Assisted Living is here to provide you a beautiful, loving and secure environment very similar to home. Because our standards are among the highest in the country, we know that you and...
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My father is doing wonderful here at this community. I'am very pleased with all they have done for us. This is a lovely community, they do a very good job with the cleanliness. The staff is great, they have...
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.
Ivy Cottage, on the campus of Presbyterian Village Westland Apartments, offers the same quality of life that the apartments have long been known for, but in a smaller more protected environment. Fully licensed for Assisted Living, Ivy Cottage offers a warm cozy setting as well as the security a...
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.
Rose Cottage, on the campus of Presbyterian Village Westland Apartments, offers the same personalized quality of life that the apartments have long been known for, but on a smaller more intimate scale. Fully licensed for Assisted Living, Rose Cottage features a comfortable life style with a...
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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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The staff really cares about there residents. They make sure my grandma gets involved with arts and grafts, movies and popcorn to right down just saying goodnight to her everyday,with home cook meals. This...
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.
Here at St. Joseph's Manor we provide assisted living for the Detroit community. We offer three levels of care: Level I Independent Plus. residents at this level are functionally independent or require minimal assistance with mobility, dressing, grooming and bathing and are mentally alert. They...
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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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We needed to find a skilled nursing facility on short notice to care for my brother who was being released from the hospital with a terminal diagnosis. We were fortunate to find Maplewood Manor. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Step into a community that has your best interests at heart! Maple Manor of Wayne introduces affordable senior housing with exceptional services and amenities that are thoughtfully tailored to your needs. Our services are designed to support and foster each resident's valued independence without...
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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.
Photo of Willow Court Residence
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 Dolce Vita Retirement Living
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.
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The staff and owners are like family...you can drop in any time and you have the feeling like your part of the family. The good is homemade and residents always get enough to eat. Torrey Pines is just...
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.
Photo of Maisonville Court
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 Porter Place
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 Richmond Pines Inc.
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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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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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.
Photo of Fairfax Manor
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.
The mission of Fairfax Manor is to promote the well-being of each resident by providing meaningful experiences, with a focus on enhancing and maximizing independence. It is our goal to nurture the body, mind and spirit, while emphasizing the dignity and value of each individual. Fairfax Manor is...
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It was very small and it was a group home, but if you had someone you just needed supervision it was good. They could have up to 20 people and they were taking care of some people who needed medical...
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.
Our primary focus is to care for disabled, aged seniors who can no longer care for themselves, but do not necessarily need to be in a nursing home environment. Our residents are ambulatory, but may require the use of a cane, walker or the assistance of our staff members. We specialize with...
Photo of The Pines of Burton Memory Care South
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.
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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.
Photo of Magnolia House Senior Living
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.

Cost of memory care in Pontiac, MI

The average cost of senior living in Pontiac is $5,920 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Howell, MI with an average of $5,773 per month.

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

Pontiac, MI
$5,920/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,920/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,608/mo
Studio
$6,035/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,408/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,900/mo

Senior living costs in Pontiac 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: Pontiac, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typePontiac, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$5,920/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,359/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,647/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Pontiac, MI:$5,920/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Pontiac, MI:$5,359/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Pontiac, MI:$2,647/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Pontiac, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Pontiac and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Pontiac, MI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Pontiac have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pontiac, MI$5,890/mo$5,964/mo-1.2%
Michigan$6,116/mo$6,060/mo+0.9%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Pontiac, MI
2024 average cost:$5,890/mo
2023 average cost:$5,964/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$6,116/mo
2023 average cost:$6,060/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Pontiac

Recent reviews for memory care in Pontiac

Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Hampton Manor of Commerce in Commerce Charter Twp, MI

5.0
I toured last week! Such a beautiful building! Its brand new and the Administrator [name removed] is informed and friendly! Highly suggest this place!!

Pontiac review score based on 1,864 family reviews

8.1
Review score338 facilities1864 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1864 reviews of 338 Pontiac memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pontiac 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

Pontiac review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Pontiac, MI338 facilities
8.2
Warren, MI314 facilities
8.2
Detroit, MI298 facilities

Review subcategories for Pontiac 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 1,864 reviews of 338 Pontiac memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Pontiac 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.
Pontiac, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.6
Meals & dining
3.2
3.3
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Pontiac memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pontiac memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.7%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.2%
69.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Pontiac 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 Pontiac Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.8%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.8%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.8%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pontiac 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 Pontiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.5%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
54.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Pontiac 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 Pontiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pontiac 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 Pontiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pontiac, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
57.7%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.7%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.9%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
56.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.3%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Pontiac

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Hutcheson Manor, Oasis of Clarkston and Devonshire Retirement Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Pontiac, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 338 memory care facilities near Pontiac, Michigan. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Pontiac, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Oasis of Clarkston and Devonshire Retirement Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 338 memory care facilities near you in Pontiac, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac, 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 Pontiac, Michigan ranges from $$2,000 to $$15,000. The average Memory Care cost in Pontiac, Michigan is $5,920. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Pontiac, Michigan typically starts at $$2,000. 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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