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Assisted living costs in Bad Axe average about $4,174 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 42 communities in Bad Axe. Our detailed directory has 346 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.

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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: 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.
A Journey Of Dignity And GraceIt’s never easy to decide to transfer care of a family member to someone else, and it isn’t a responsibility we take lightly. At our memory care facility in Holly, Michigan, our kind and compassionate team develops deep and meaningful relationships with each and...
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We just recently moved my loved one here from another facility, but I am already seeing a big improvement in her mood. They have a very nice setup here, and the staff are all very friendly and professional....
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 New Hope Bay
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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, 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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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: 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.
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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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Overall I think they're doing a great job at The Horizon taking care of my loved one. The staff are all very caring, and the facility itself is clean and nice looking. The food they serve is good, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Horizon Senior Living IV is an assisted living community that is located in Standish, Michigan. The Horizon Senior Living is family owned and operated, so they are determined to provide the best care. The staff at this assisted living facility are determined to make your loved ones feel safe...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Bad Axe, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bad Axe is $4,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carsonville, MI with an average of $3,791 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bad Axe, MI vs. nearby cities

Bad Axe, MI
$4,174/mo
$4,145/mo
$4,086/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bad Axe, MI vs. the state and national average

Bad Axe, MI
$4,174/mo
U.S. national average
$4,739/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bad Axe vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,174/mo
$4,209/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bad Axe, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,418/mo
Studio
$4,751/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,708/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,668/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Bad Axe over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bad Axe, 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 Bad Axe.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bad Axe

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bad Axe

Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth

5.0
I have just placed my Wife into Covenant Glen in Frankenmuth. The process was quite smooth, but also I needed to be patient, a hard thing for me to do..But the administration & staff at this place is top notch. The Exec. Director & I had spoke on the phone several times, and I also worked with ...
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Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

Northwood Meadows in Cass City, MI

5.0
The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment is very nice! It's comforting to know that she is somewhere safe!

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Warm and caring staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, reviews praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, with several residents expressing appreciation for the genuine care they receive. Similarly, at Herit ...
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Engaging activities and socialization. Community activities and socialization help residents stay engaged and active. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, the wide range of activities offered, from music events to crafts, bring joy and purpose to residents' lives. At Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, the ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential aspects of senior living communities. At Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Meadow Lane, residents mention the well-kept facilities, from the cleanliness of their private apartments to the communal areas. Similarly, residents of Stonegate Village ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and their families value the personalized care and attention they receive at various communities. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield, staff go the extra mile to encourage residents to join activities and provide one-on-one care when needed. At Stonegate Village As ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Quality food is a crucial aspect of community living for many seniors. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day. Similarly, at Stonegate Village Ass ...
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Open and clear communication. Effective communication between families and staff is essential for peace of mind and ensuring care needs are met. At Vassar Comfort Care, Vassar Comfort Care, the facility's welcoming atmosphere and the friendliness of the staff make it easy for families to discuss concerns and collaborate on ...
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Bad Axe review score based on 141 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 141 reviews of 37 Bad Axe assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bad Axe 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

Bad Axe review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Bad Axe, MI37 facilities
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Ubly, MI41 facilities
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Review subcategories for Bad Axe 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 141 reviews of 37 Bad Axe assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bad Axe 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
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.9
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.7
4.1
Activities
4.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Bad Axe assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bad Axe assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bad Axe, 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 Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
54.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.7%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.2%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bad Axe, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
27%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.5%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10.8%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
2.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bad Axe

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 Bad Axe protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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There are 42 assisted living facilities near Bad Axe, Michigan. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Bad Axe, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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