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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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After two large senior communities specializing in memory care, we found Golden Haven. The owners who are in the medical field. They employ very professional staff that treat the residents like their own...
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.
Six bed licensed Residential care home with private and semi-private rooms with both front and back ramp entries for easy access. Seasoned Filipino caregivers with strong core family value with compassionate care and utmost dignity and respect on resident. Owned and operated by Physical Therapist...
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My best experience was when we walked through the front door and was greeted by a wonderful atmosphere. The staff were amazing and EXTREMELY helpful. As we toured the building, people were out and about with...
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxury Senior Living. At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to exceed their expectations. We are...
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When my wife needed 24/7 care and was no longer ambulatory American House Cottage Grosse Pointe provided her with the care she needed. Because of her condition she could not actively participate in group...
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.
American House Cottage Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Grosse Point Farms, Michigan, in Wayne County and home to just over 9,000 people. Grosse Pointe Farms is a small community bordering Detroit and residents will enjoy quiet relaxation and park-like surroundings....
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This home is very clean and bright with a nice yard/patio. The care is very good. The staff is extremely friendly and take great care of my father. I would highly recommend this facility.
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 Elder Care is a fascinating and lively resident care home located in the great locality of Warren, Michigan in the county of Macomb. Our home has been set in a beautiful and scenic surrounding that provides great space for living by our seniors. Our expansive open air compound enables the...
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It's a nice home. My loved one has their own bedroom, and can socialize in the main living/dining area. Treated well has pt and occupational therapy. Lunch is always soup and sandwiches, I would recommend...
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 3 is a licensed small scale assisted living in Warren, MI. We are located in a nice and quiet residential sub in 13 mile and Hoover Rd. All Genesis Homes provide 24 hour care and supervision. Two staffs per 6 residents, meaning better and more personalize care for your loved...
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This is a great place. My Mom loves it! The staff is very caring and capable. Truly home-cooked meals provided. And the cost is much, much lower than a nursing home. Truly a gem! I am so glad we found it.
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.
The Allen Park Community Living Center is located at 19330 Champaign Avenue in Allen Park, MI. We focus on a resident population that is medically fragile, aged, demented, and those with Alzheimer's. Each resident can expect to receive the following: Beautifully decorated private or semi-private...
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I was very impressed with their care. I needed infection control, they have done a great job. I would pick them every time over everyone else in this area. The food is average. The room sizes are great 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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We went with Franklin Terrace because of the balance of cost and services provided. She could only afford so much, she is still allowed to be independent on the budget she has available. She is in a studio...
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.
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I would highly recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The physical therapy they offer is great. For the most part...staff is friendly. The treat my loved one well. There are three...
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.
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We chose Exclusive home care because I appreciated when I talked to the caregiver that she had a hands on attitude and she really respected the residents. The care and attention that they give is amazing,...
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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My mom was at Canfield in FH for 4 months. The care givers working there were so kind and loving to my mom. They are the hardest working staff and try to give all their residents the exact care they...
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.
Canfield Care Manor is a family owned business that is guided by our uncompromising core values of honesty, quality, respect, teamwork, potential, and balance. We believe it’s our job to provide you or your loved one with a safe and secure home where they can live comfortably for the later years...
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The staff have been marvelous. It starts at the moment we enter with the pleasant receptionist, maintenance is very prompt, housekeeping is superb, and the dietary staff are friendly and provide delicious...
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.
COME LIVE LIFE WITH US Established in 1990 The Village of Westland is designed for easy living on twenty three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Everything you need is under one roof. There are no stairs to climb. Choose from three different apartment options; one...
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If asked about experience I would say A Place for Mom is a very good resource for sorting through all the options for a senior home. I picked Pomeroy living based on location, cost, and programs provided.
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.
A different way of caring!Dedicated, expert clinical team. State-of-the-art facilities & personalized care.Combining the experience and knowledge gained over the past thirty years, with a passion to change the way people think of the elderly and their care, is a powerful formula. At Pomeroy...
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What stuck out to us was that Gensis Senior Living is a smaller facility with just 6 residents, so your loved one gets better individual care. The facility is a home. The room sizes here are decent, she...
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 4 is another Michigan State licensed small scale assisted living with high quality of care located in Longlake and Dequindre of Troy. Genesis 2 has almost 1900 sq. ft. of living space, open floor plan and wheelchair accessible. Genesis Home 2 is very close to Troy Beaumont...
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I was satisfied with the experience (no place is perfect and that's why I gave it a 4). I would recommend them for assisted living. My recommendation to anyone searching for assisted living facilities is 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.
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I LOVE Stonewood AFC. My mom is always taken care of and well fed and clean. The proprietor couldn't be more kind. She is very intelligent and a nurse, which I love. She genuinely takes an interest in...
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.
Stonewood AFC is a residential care community located in Farmington Hills, Michigan in Oakland county. Seniors at Stonewood AFC have access to great recreation, all within walking distance of the community. The Franklin Hills County Club, just two blocks away, offers 18 holes of golf, tennis...
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My mom has been at this facility for four months and the level of care and quality of food is delicious. Mom likes to garden and play poker and they have amazing gardening and game room. They truly care...
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.
Hampton Manor Assisted Living is pleased to offer our beautiful, affordable, senior living community located in Clinton Township, MI. At Hampton Manor, our professional staff is carefully selected to offer the best possible care every day. Our staff assists with medication, laundry, housekeeping,...
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My mother in law passed away on hospice there. I couldn't praise them any more! Love them! I am an RN working in senior care so you know my standards are high! Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
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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I heard about Elena from a friend because she cared for his mother for 4 years. All I ever heard about was the extraordinary, compassionate care she received. My step-father would be dead if it were not...
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.
Elena's ElderCare is a private residence licensed by the state providing 24/7 care and supervision for only 5 residents at a time.Our commitment is to provide the best care and quality of life for those individuals entrusted to us. There will be a limit of not more than 2-5 client residents for...
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We highly recommend the Memory Care at Cedarbrook of Bloomfield. The staff is amazingly good in every way. They are friendly, respectful, caring, responsible and loving. Both of my parents reside here-one...
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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90 year old mother has been at Forestview for about 9 months. Staff is wonderful. Facility is locked, buzz in and out, very clean, safe. Cafeteria has good food, lots of activities, games, social hours,...
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.
Brownstown Forest View is located in Brownstown, Michigan and is an assisted living community for active senior citizens who need assistance with some aspects of their daily routine. The nearest hospital, Oakwood Southshore Medical Center, is only four miles away. The facility is located in a...
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This is a nice facility. They seem a bit understaffed, but I know everyone is right now. Communication is not always great, but overall we're happy with it. I would recommend them to friends and family.
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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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.
Our focus is on providing the highest level of quality care to aged, Alzheimer's, and Dementia residents. Tutbury Place guarantees staff to attend to all your needs. Whether it is for a daily physical regimen, personal care and companionship. Our staff is there to render their care with love,...
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my mom has been at lillis for two days it has been a godsend. luckily she fits right in. I feel like lilli is part of our family. I am so thankful that a place for mom recommended this place. a great load...
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.
Lilli's Adult Home Care had its Grand Opening in January 2013. Working in senior care for four years and having a younger brother that is quadroplegic and paralized from waist down did require a lot of care and assistace in the last ten years. The community is located in Heritage Park subdivision...
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Our experience with the Church of Christ facility has been truly exceptional. The rehabilitation team is phenomenal and demonstrates a high level of skill, compassion, and dedication to each resident’s...
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.
Church of Christ Assisted Living is located in Macomb County - on the north side of the Detroit tri-county area. Our 14-acre campus is in Clinton Township off I-94, halfway between I-696 and M-59. We offer ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING which includes 3 homemade meals daily, weekly laundry and...

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
Percent change:+4.2%
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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
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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%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*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%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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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