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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Athens, MI

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Assisted living costs in Athens average about $4,724 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 123 communities in Athens. Our detailed directory has 1611 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Portage, Battle Creek and Kalamazoo.

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. 

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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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I am very happy with the excellent care that my mom is getting at this great community.Robin was extremely helpful and caring. The food is very good and a nice variety. They offer great activities. Very...
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.
Jackson Friendly Home is an assisted living community located in the dynamic town of Jackson, Michigan. Our quiet and peaceful community is located just minutes from everything that Jackson has to offer. It is the ideal location for residents who want to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the city...
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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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Di’s Woodland Retreat is a 6 bed Family Home, caring for women needing same assistance with daily needs. We are located in the woods and overlooking a golf course. Our spacious backyard features plenty of seating from which your loved one can enjoy the natural surroundings. Squirrels are...
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Miller's Country Care is a senior assisted living facility located in Jackson, Michigan on Lansing Avenue. While you might think that you can't find southern hospitality in a northern state, we prove you wrong. Our workers are as friendly and hospitable as you'll find in any southern care...
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They do a god job. The people are great. The food is great. My loved one gets his bed changed every day. And he is bathed and his clothes are changed every day as well.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Pleasant Manor II AFC, LLC is a residential care home for seniors that is found in the lovely city of Jackson, Michigan which is located in Jackson County. This city, named after former President Andrew Jackson, is full of history and interesting recreational opportunities. Jackson has numerous...
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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 Extenda Care Goshen
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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.
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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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My father is receiving the best care right now! The nurses just seem to really care and are committed to their job and have affection for each person they interact with.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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I would recommend the community. This is a good place to put your loved one. The communication with the staff is good. Dinner seems to be a sandwich and simple frozen meals. I wish the meals were more...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
            Meeting Todays Needs With Yesterday's Values      New Haven Elder care, a small, home style assisted living    facility  is currently looking for a new resident to love and care for. If you are...
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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.
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Craft Care Home has been caring for the elderly population for forty years. We are proud of our three generation family tradition of excellence.We are located on a beautiful country setting on Edgar Rd. in Mason.p>Our meals are prepared and served with special attention to presentation and...

Cost of assisted living in Athens, MI

The average cost of senior living in Athens is $4,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coldwater, MI with an average of $4,559 per month.

Assisted living costs in Athens, MI, vs. state and national averages

Athens, MI
$4,724/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Athens, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,724/mo
$5,594/mo

Assisted living costs in Athens, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,228/mo
Studio
$4,427/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,485/mo

Senior living costs in Athens 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: Athens, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAthens, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,724/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,594/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,954/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Athens, MI:$4,724/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Athens, MI:$5,594/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Athens, MI:$2,954/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Athens, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Athens 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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Assisted living cost trends in Athens, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Athens 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
Athens, MI$5,567/mo$5,471/mo+1.8%
Michigan$5,363/mo$5,118/mo+4.8%
National$5,336/mo$5,086/mo+4.9%
Athens, MI
2024 average cost:$5,567/mo
2023 average cost:$5,471/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,363/mo
2023 average cost:$5,118/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,336/mo
2023 average cost:$5,086/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Athens, MI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Athens.

What families are saying about assisted living in Athens

Recent reviews for assisted living in Athens

Woodland Manor in Elkhart, IN

5.0
Thanks to everyone for taking such good care of my dad. He has said so many positive things. I really appreciate every one of you!

Pleasant Manor II AFC, LLC in Jackson, MI

5.0
I would recommend this in a minute. The care is superb, they care about their residents. The community always notified me of any changes with my loved one. They really care for their patients and families. They are very friendly and helpful.

Bethesda Ranch AFH in Portage, MI

5.0
It's so family oriented facility, where the residents are treated like one of the family. Care is second to none. We liked the smallness and the people that cared for my mother, and also the, country setting on a lake.

Athens review score based on 424 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 424 reviews of 123 Athens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Athens review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Athens review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Athens, MI123 facilities
8.5
Coldwater, MI110 facilities
8.3
Kalamazoo, MI169 facilities

Review subcategories for Athens assisted living

When assisted living 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 424 reviews of 123 Athens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Athens resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
3.4
Friendliness
3.9
3.5
Care services
3.6
3.2
Staff
3.8
3.4
Meals & dining
3.5
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.3
3.1
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Athens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Athens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Athens, 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 Athens 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 Athens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Athens, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.8%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Athens 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 Athens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Athens, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Athens 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 Athens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Athens, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.1%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Athens 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 Athens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Athens, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.6%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Athens 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 Athens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Athens, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
41.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
22.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Athens

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Athens protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sensations Memory Care Residence and Forest Glen Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Athens, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 123 assisted living facilities near Athens, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Athens, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sensations Memory Care Residence and Forest Glen Assisted Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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