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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Monterey, MI

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Memory care in South Monterey 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 South Monterey is about $4,631 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 121 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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South Monterey Memory Care Facilities | 121 Reviews

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9.8
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65 reviews
9.8
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65 reviews
5 star
89%
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11%
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0%
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My dad calls Briarwood HOME. Our experience has been great. Everyone treats my dad with compassion and respect. They have fun activities, field trips, always something fun going on. The staff makes 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.
Welcome to Briarwood Assisted Living & Memory Care! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we...
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9.2
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11 reviews
9.2
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11 reviews
5 star
64%
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36%
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IT is a very peaceful atmosphere and yes we would absolutely, recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so 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.
Vicinia Gardens of Otsego, MI is a warm, welcoming community that offers personalized care plans developed to meet the needs of our residents fully and efficiently. Private one bedroom apartments including a private bathroom, living room, closet and bedroom, your loved on will feel right at home!...
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I have lived at Golden Orchards for a year and a half. I like to be with people. Staff are very nice. I just love it here. I get along with everyone. TV could be better. DirecTV goes in and out with...
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 Golden Orchards, our residents thrive in a welcoming, close-knit community.Set against the scenic backdrop of Southwest Michigan's fruit farming country, Golden Orchards managed by Commonwealth Senior Living is where heartfelt care meets small town warmth. Here, you'll find a welcoming...
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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.
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.
5.3
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5.3
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This is a great place that is reasonable priced. Nice and kind people work here. The staff were always available to answer my questions or concerns the family had.
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.
We provide assistance for someone in need of assisted living care. We are located in close proximity to Borgess Pipp Hospital Emergency Room. Our care services and close proximity to medical care make us a unique option in the area.
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Cost of memory care in South Monterey, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Monterey is $4,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zeeland, MI with an average of $4,158 per month.

Memory care costs in South Monterey, MI, vs. nearby cities

South Monterey, MI
$4,638/mo
$4,493/mo
$4,693/mo

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

South Monterey, MI
$4,638/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,638/mo

Memory care costs in South Monterey, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,119/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,032/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,450/mo

Senior living costs in South Monterey 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: South Monterey, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Monterey, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$4,638/mo$4,620/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,424/mo$4,248/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,612/mo$3,745/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
South Monterey, MI:$4,638/mo
Michigan:$4,620/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
South Monterey, MI:$4,424/mo
Michigan:$4,248/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
South Monterey, MI:$3,612/mo
Michigan:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in South Monterey, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in South Monterey 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.

South Monterey, MIMI stateNational

Memory care cost trends in South Monterey, MI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in South Monterey 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 median 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
South Monterey, MI$6,299/mo$6,150/mo+2.4%
Michigan$5,051/mo$5,321/mo-5.1%
National$5,493/mo$5,526/mo-0.6%
South Monterey, MI
2024 average cost:$6,299/mo
2023 average cost:$6,150/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,051/mo
2023 average cost:$5,321/mo
Percent change:-5.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,493/mo
2023 average cost:$5,526/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in South Monterey

Recent reviews for memory care in South Monterey

The Cortland Holland Meadows

5.0
I like knowing that my mom is doing well here. The staff is caring and attentive to her needs. The community is clean and has a nice home feeling. We like the variety of meals that are offered. She is offered to participate in the list of actives.We feel that is getting good care and a good ...
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American House Holland

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at American House Holland and we've been very pleased with every aspect of this facility. The staff are always friendly and treat our loved one with such respect. I have witnessed such kindness toward other residents and I know their job is not easy! My loved ...
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Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

South Monterey review score based on 29 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 6 South Monterey memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Monterey 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

South Monterey review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
South Monterey, MI6 facilities
8.4
Hopkins, MI9 facilities
8.1
Allegan, MI8 facilities

Review subcategories for South Monterey 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 29 reviews of 6 South Monterey memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Monterey 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.
South Monterey, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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South Monterey memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Monterey memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Monterey, 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 South Monterey 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 South Monterey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Monterey, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Monterey 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 South Monterey Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Monterey, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Monterey 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 South Monterey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Monterey, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Monterey 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 South Monterey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Monterey, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Monterey 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 South Monterey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Monterey, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in South Monterey

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