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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Benson, MI

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Assisted living costs in Benson average about $4,324 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 54 communities in Benson. Our detailed directory has 210 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Cadillac, Reed City and Evart.

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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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
We are a state licensed, large group, Adult Foster Care home. Licensed for 15 residents. We have 24 hr staff. We have a computer system which is directly linked to our pharmacy, to assist with passing medications. We cook and serve 3 meals and a bedtime snack every day. We can assist with...
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Cost of assisted living in Benson, MI

The average cost of senior living in Benson is $4,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wedgewood, MI with an average of $4,324 per month.

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

Benson, MI
$4,324/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,324/mo
$5,055/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,265/mo
Studio
$4,353/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,522/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,595/mo

Senior living costs in Benson 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: Benson, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBenson, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,324/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,055/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Benson, MI:$4,324/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Benson, MI:$5,055/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Benson, MI:unavailable
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Benson, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Benson 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
Benson, MI$5,374/mo$5,260/mo+2.2%
Michigan$4,806/mo$4,702/mo+2.2%
National$4,878/mo$4,705/mo+3.7%
Benson, MI
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,260/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,806/mo
2023 average cost:$4,702/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$4,878/mo
2023 average cost:$4,705/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Benson, 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 Benson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Benson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Benson

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Joy Givers Senior Homes in Traverse City, MI

5.0
Freda and staff are kind, professional, and understanding. The care is excellent. Rooms and seniors are clean and spotless. Meals are great, Dad and I love the food. The place is clean, safe, and friendly. Dad is happy there. Their place is very affordable. Medicine service and housekeeping are ...
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Benson review score based on 52 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 54 Benson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Benson 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

Benson review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Benson, MI54 facilities
6.8
Traverse City, MI46 facilities
7.1
Manistee, MI33 facilities

Review subcategories for Benson 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 52 reviews of 54 Benson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Benson 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.
Benson, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.7
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.6
3.1
Activities
3.6
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Benson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Benson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Benson, 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 Benson 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 Benson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Benson, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.5%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Benson 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 Benson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Benson, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Benson 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 Benson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Benson, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
1.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Benson 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 Benson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Benson, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Benson 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 Benson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Benson, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.5%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
18.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
9.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.5%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Benson

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 Benson protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Curry House, Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care and Reed City Fields are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Benson, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 54 assisted living facilities near Benson, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Benson, Michigan is Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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