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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alder, MI
Assisted living costs in Alder average about $4,149 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Alder. Our detailed directory has 38 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Marquette, Negaunee and Ishpeming.
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9.2
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13 reviews
I would recommend it if that is the type of facility they needed. We liked the facility and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
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.
Situated in a quiet, wooded area near the shores of Lake Superior, Brookridge Heights is a vibrant senior living community located near Downtown Marquette, the Marquette Ore Dock, and UP Health System Marquette. Wake up every day in a safe, intentionally designed living space. We tend to the...
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8.5
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5 reviews
They were extremely compassionate and caring with my mother. She was always clean and seemed content. My mother was in memory care and the staff was amazing. I don't use that word lightly. I was updated...
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.
Mill Creek Senior Living is locally owned and operated and offers a full continuum of care from independent living through advanced memory care. We are committed to providing the support seniors need to live the fullest and most satisfying lives while treating them with the respect and dignity...
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We have been very happy with the care our aunt has received at Gardenview Memory Care. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and work very hard to maintain an open line of communication with our family. 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.
Situated in “Copper Country” on beautiful acreage with wooded views, walking trails and gardens, Gardenview is a modern senior living community located near Aspirus Hospital and Portage Hospital as well as downtown Calumet and Calumet Theatre. Wake up every day in a safe, intentionally designed...
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[name removed] came with the energy and encouragement I was looking for. Her passion for care affirmed that this was the facility that best met my mother`s needs. We are looking forward to moving in and...
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.
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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.
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, 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.
Fresh air, clear skies, the beauty of seasonal changes, and a small town atmosphere. What a wonderful place to live. Houghton, Michigan, ranked “10th” in the Men’s Journal March 2002 as one of the “ Best Places to Live” in the United States, is such a place. Houghton has the above features 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Alder, MI
The average cost of senior living in Alder is $4,149 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marquette, MI with an average of $3,827 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alder, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alder, MI vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alder, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Alder
Recent reviews for assisted living in Alder
Brookridge Heights Assisted Living in Marquette, MI
5.0
Of all the facilities we toured by far Brookridge was the best. We felt a genuine connection to the community there. From the greeting we received to the end of the tour we saw smiles, eye contact, generosity, sincerity, kindness, and true caring. From [name removed] warm smile and genuine ...
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Brookridge Heights in Marquette, MI
3.6
The staff was nice, my mom seemed to like everyone who cared for her.
My mom seem to enjoy bingo, she didn't really participate in much else, she was not physically active. I don't really know what else they offered. How could they improve on the food? I'm not sure, she only seemed to enjoy ...
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Mill Creek Senior Living Community in Marquette, MI
4.8
The staff take very good care of my Mom. They are very attentive to her needs. Mom is happy there. Always clean and well kept. Staff is very friendly and my mom has a special relationship with them. They provide a high quality of care and when mom needs medical attention she gets it. High ...
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Alder assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alder assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alder, 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 Alder assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alder, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alder assisted living
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 Alder Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alder, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alder assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alder, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Alder assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alder, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alder assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alder, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
10%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alder
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alder protect seniors.
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Brookridge Heights, Mill Creek Senior Living Community and Brookridge Heights Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alder, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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