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Assisted living costs in Detroit average about $5,359 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 503 communities in Detroit. Our detailed directory has 8454 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Plymouth, Dearborn and Troy.

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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Photo of Sunrise on Vernier
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Caring. Treat residents with respect and love. Private room. Staff. Facility was clean. Front desk staff went above and beyond
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Community & Location Highlights:Located in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI conveniently off of I-94, at the corner of Vernier Road and Mack Avenue.Specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care since 2006, offering permanent and short-term respite staysWe accommodate all stages of memory loss in our...
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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.
We are located on the corner of Prospect Road and Geddes Road in Superior Township, near Ypsilanti. Before opening in January 2019, we completely renovated the entire campus from rooftop to floorboards to create a beautiful, clean, cozy environment for assisted living and memory care. Vibrant...
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I would rate Serene gardens as a 10 plus. The facility was very nice, however, the staff was fantastic. Everyone was so caring towards mom and us. One would have thought mom was their mom. Of course, she was...
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 Serene Gardens of Clarkston we aspireto deliver the best in quality, care, andconvenience. Our facility isa community that strives to offer residents athe feeling of home, comfort, and independence.We offer a wide range of amenities at eachof our locations, which include, but are notlimited to...
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Photo of Serene Gardens of Sterling Heights
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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.
We started with a simple idea: let’s create senior living communities that we’d want our own family members to call home. Over the past decade with that concept in mind, we’ve been blending science, art and technology to redefine what senior living is supposed to be. To us, that means all...
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Not sure about the meals, we do not eat the food. The value for cost is hard to say, they're all too expensive. There is not a big staff turnover so residents can get to know them better. Family members of...
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.
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Photo of Brookside Commons
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The facility is clean, the staff is attentive. I noticed a decline over the last couple of months and then it was announced that Corewell sold the property. The new owners took over [date removed]. It is now...
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.
As a premier retirement community, we understand that aging is a unique journey for everyone. Your needs may evolve over time, and we’re here to provide the right level of support—whenever you need it. From light assistance with home maintenance and repairs to specialized, around-the-clock...
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My mother is in the Independent Living section. Usual activities are offered, staff are very friendly and helpful, and are aware of residents coming and going. The dining is excellent! My mother loves being...
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.
There's beauty in new beginnings - and a thrill in knowing the possibilities they bring. Just like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, nature has a way of showing us there are wonders to be celebrated in all of life's stages - and now that you've worked hard, it's time to enjoy. Senior living at...
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I would rate all categories a 4+. They just started sourcing out the Medical part of the business, so they are not a licensed facility anymore (whatever that even means). My mom seems very happy there.
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.
The Westland House Assisted Living is the ONLY licensed home for the aged in Westland.The Westland House offers a unique combination of apartment living and personalized supportive services provided by our 24 hour staff, that help prolong the health, well-being and vitality of our...
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I especially liked that the people were in a "community" set up, seeing the same people each day like a family. Also, all diapers were changed at special times daily whether used or not. My husband NEVER had...
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.
Cranberry Park at ShorePointe is proudly committed to providing quality assisted living, memory care, respite, and hospice services. We deliver comfort, style, and security in a signature neighborhood setting. We welcome you to learn why Cranberry Park at ShorePointe is the best choice for you...
Photo of Serene Gardens of Rochester Hills
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My mother-in-law has been there since August 2025 she has thrive there and they have taken very good care of her. They currently have a new cook and she is much happier with the food. The place is clean and...
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.
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Photo of Windemere Park Senior Community
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They are having some issues with the kitchen and food. My brother is in independent living so his food is delivered. It sometimes isn't warm. He is legally blind after the stroke so it is hard for him to...
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.
Windemere Park offers a lifestyle full of choices – from luxurious independent living apartment homes with optional services, to private and semi-private assisted living apartments with customized care. Our services evolve with your needs. At Windemere Park, you will enjoy the comfort and...
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Photo of Courtyard Manor of Farmington Hills
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The caregivers, as you surely know, are where it really matters. Fancy places are meaningless without great staff. I got lucky, good people and adequate numbers. Courtyard manor in Farmington Hills was an...
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.
Courtyard Manor of Farmington Hills is a licensed facility specializing in Alzheimer's, Dementia, and the frail elderly. We are proud of our reputation for providing a safe and secure home where our residents are treated with dignity, enjoy quality of life, and received loving care from a devoted...
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Photo of The Reserve at Orchard Lake
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Where improvements are needed are: transitioning a resident into physical facility, not always informing family of what was to be done when such as knowing what day laundry or showers would occur. Letting...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Our family has enjoyed the overall experience with Passion and Caring Home. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Passion and Caring Home For The Elderly LLC is a State of Michigan-licensed home for the aged. Our community is a highly rated assisted living home in Detroit, Michigan. 0ur community has been in operation since 2003. We are designed with the continuum of care philosophy in mind and that people...
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My mother lived here from [dates removed]. The staff and [name removed] took wonderful care of her until the end when she was under hospice care the last couple of months. Very clean space and good meals...
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.
The Young Home For The Elderly is a wonderful assisted living community in the Norman Rockwell-like town of Warren, MI. The wonderful city is the largest suburb of Detroit and maintains a small town feel right outside bustling Motown. Warren is home to one of the oldest populations in the United...
Photo of The Shoreview at Riverside
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Overall, I am pleased with the services and conditions established at Shoreview. The facilities are well maintained and the opportunities for residents to interact and engage with fellow members and staff...
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.
WELCOMEYou are cordially invited to discover the beauty and comfort of Windsor’s newest retirement community, The Shoreview at Riverside. We believe you’ll be impressed by the setting, the staff and our commitment to providing excellent service. We are confident that you’ll be even more impressed...
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Four months ago, my 95-year-old mother decided to sell her home and come and live in my city. My brother and I toured Amica and were very very impressed. We really liked the fact that mum could visit Amica...
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.
As you come up the driveway of Amica at Windsor, you'll immediately see that this is not your typical retirement residence. A putting green to the left, a LifeTrail Circuit on your right and just ahead, a grand canopied entrance. As you walk through the front doors and are greeted by our 24—hour...
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My sister and brother-in-law moved to Sunrise within the last months. She to recover from a broken hip and he because his mobility issues were beyond what she could handle with her own recovery. He moved...
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.
Directly located on majestic Riverside Drive East, directly across the street from The Peace Fountain and Coventry Gardens. Sunrise of Windsor is located between Pilette and Buckingham (streets). Belle Isle- is located in Michigan and is part of the Metro Detroit area- we can see Belle Isle and...
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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.
With a warm sense of home and family throughout our facility, Oakland Haven strives to provide specialized care focused on your needs. Our services include but are not limited to, focused care for traumatically brain injured and bariatric individuals, Wound care treatment and prevention,...
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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.
Day time and overnight residential care for those with dementia, a degree of medical fragility and the catastrophically injured.
Photo of Royal Oak House Assisted Living and Memory Care
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They have activities for them one in the morning, one afternoon. I just feel like there's a lot of downtime. I wish they kept them more busy especially on the weekends when there's no activities there...
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.
Royal Oak House is a comfortable, family-like atmosphere in a quiet residential neighborhood with easy freeway access nearby, ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Royal Oak, Madison Heights, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Clawson, and Troy. We are...
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The home is wonderful and the owner and the staff make my family and others feel like family. There's no place like home and this is just like home. I love it. My dad has come so far in a few days. You all...
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.
Wish-U- Well Inn is privately owned and operated by a Licensee of the state of Michigan. The owner is a certified senior care specialist that has worked with the senior population over 35 years. She is also a member of the Michigan Assisted Living Association (MALA) and the 21st Century Health...
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I think they do a good job overall at Pleasantry Living. The people here seem clean and well cared for. The staff are friendly and professional, and the facility itself is well kept and very nice looking.
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.
Pleasantry Living is a NEW 6 bed licensed Adult Foster Care home located in Harper Woods that serve elderly men and women with physical disabilities and Dementia/Alzheimer's. This cozy home offers 4 rooms; private and semi-private. Open floor plan, spacious backyard, handicap accessible...
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They were great in all aspects of care. The community did a great job with my mom. They managed her care are resources. The community could use some update in the future but was adequate.
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.
Genesis Senior Living - Warren / Genesis Senior Living 7 is a Michigan State licensed small scale assisted living in sterling Heights. Owned and operated by medical professionals. Each Genesis Home offers the following: Private and Semi-private rooms Wheelchair accessible 24 hour supervision...
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This was the best decision, I made moving my father to the Redford location. The staff is great and we would recommend The Orchards at Redford Village to other families who may need a place for their loved...
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.
The Village of Redford is a private assisted living community located in Redford, Wayne County, Michigan, within walking distance to many local amenities. This village supports assisted living with furnished private entrance cottages. The Village at Redford takes pride in providing a high quality...

Cost of assisted living in Detroit, MI

The average cost of senior living in Detroit is $5,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Highland Park, MI with an average of $5,359 per month.

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

Detroit, MI
$5,359/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,359/mo
$5,920/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,377/mo
Studio
$4,643/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,586/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,883/mo

Senior living costs in Detroit 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: Detroit, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDetroit, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$5,359/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,920/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,647/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Detroit, MI:$5,359/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Detroit, MI:$5,920/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Detroit, MI:$2,647/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Detroit, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Detroit 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
Detroit, MI$5,354/mo$5,213/mo+2.7%
Michigan$5,396/mo$5,321/mo+1.4%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Detroit, MI
2024 average cost:$5,354/mo
2023 average cost:$5,213/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,396/mo
2023 average cost:$5,321/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Detroit, 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 Detroit.

What families are saying about assisted living in Detroit

Recent reviews for assisted living in Detroit

Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Kay D's Elderly Care Home in Howell, MI

5.0
Small efficient ,very clean,group home.Very friendly helpful staff that have worked in this home for many years. Our mother has just crossed the line with dementia and recognizes our faces but not our names. She has significant short term memory loss. She is happy with her new " friends". She is ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Detroit review score based on 1,964 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1964 reviews of 503 Detroit assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Detroit 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

Detroit review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Detroit, MI503 facilities
8.3
Troy, MI552 facilities
8.2
Warren, MI521 facilities

Review subcategories for Detroit 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 1,964 reviews of 503 Detroit assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Detroit 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.
Detroit, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.6
3.5
Care services
3.3
3.2
Staff
3.5
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
3.2
3.1
Value for cost*
3.2
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Detroit assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Detroit assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Detroit, 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 Detroit 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 Detroit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Detroit 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 Detroit Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Detroit 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 Detroit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.6%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Detroit 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 Detroit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Detroit 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 Detroit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Detroit, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Detroit

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

Related senior services in Detroit, Michigan

In Detroit, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Detroit is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Detroit include a public bus service operated by the Detroit Department of Transportation. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Detroit has robust biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Detroit offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Beaumont Hospital-Troy and University of Michigan Hospitals.

Detroit’s contributions to the automotive industry and formative music genres have staked the city’s claim to fame. The city offers a wide range of senior-friendly activities, from historic tours and museums to Vegas-style casinos. For outdoorsy seniors, Detroit’s Belle Isle Park is a must. This unique island park connects to the city by a bridge and features a greenhouse, a botanical garden, and an aquarium.

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