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Assisted living costs in Dowagiac average about $4,587 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Dowagiac. Our detailed directory has 90 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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9.9
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56 reviews
9.9
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56 reviews
5 star
84%
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14%
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2%
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0%
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I've been here one year and am so very happy with everyone. The meals and activities are super. All staff are very kind and helpful. Everyone is so helpful and do enjoy the many super and fun activities.
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.
Welcome to Forest Glen Assisted Living! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every moment of...
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9.9
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51 reviews
9.9
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51 reviews
5 star
82%
4 star
14%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
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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.
North Woods Village Edison Lakes provides residents with an assisted living community that is located in Mishawaka, Indiana, a part of St. Joseph County. This community offers residents a comfortable place to live, and the city of Mishawaka is a beautiful location to visit or to call home. Guests...
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8.6
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34 reviews
8.6
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34 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
35%
3 star
12%
2 star
3%
1 star
3%
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They try to keep his room clean. The staff is pretty helpful in calling when I need to be aware of anything big or small. They are friendly when I visit. He seems to be happy with them. As far as activities...
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.
Brentwood at Niles is an assisted living and memory care community located in Niles, Michigan. Niles is a historic town, with roots dating back to the early 1800s. Boasting small town Midwestern charm, Niles is warm and welcoming while also being progressive and modern. Our city offers residents...
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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
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.
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, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Dowagiac, MI

The average cost of senior living in Dowagiac is $4,587 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stevensville, MI with an average of $4,233 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dowagiac, MI, vs. nearby cities

Dowagiac, MI
$4,587/mo

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

Dowagiac, MI
$4,587/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,587/mo
$4,587/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,680/mo
Studio
$5,272/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,520/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,000/mo

Senior living costs in Dowagiac 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: Dowagiac, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDowagiac, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,587/mo$4,247/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,587/mo$4,618/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,685/mo$3,745/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Dowagiac, MI:$4,587/mo
Michigan:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Dowagiac, MI:$4,587/mo
Michigan:$4,618/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Dowagiac, MI:$3,685/mo
Michigan:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dowagiac, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dowagiac 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 median 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
Dowagiac, MI$4,635/mo$4,818/mo-3.8%
Michigan$4,900/mo$4,602/mo+6.5%
National$4,915/mo$4,663/mo+5.4%
Dowagiac, MI
2024 average cost:$4,635/mo
2023 average cost:$4,818/mo
Percent change:-3.8%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,900/mo
2023 average cost:$4,602/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,915/mo
2023 average cost:$4,663/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dowagiac, 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 Dowagiac.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dowagiac

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dowagiac

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Woodland Manor in Elkhart, IN

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

Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living

4.8
There's a very friendly and inclusive community at Brentwood. Not only the staff but also the residents want you to be involved. They enjoy visitors and having a good time. I think it's a great place.

Dowagiac assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dowagiac assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dowagiac, 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 Dowagiac 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 Dowagiac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dowagiac, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
12.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dowagiac 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 Dowagiac Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dowagiac, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dowagiac 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 Dowagiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dowagiac, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
36.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Dowagiac 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 Dowagiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dowagiac, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dowagiac 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 Dowagiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dowagiac, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
41.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dowagiac

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

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Forest Glen Assisted Living, North Woods Village at Edison Lakes and Brentwood at Niles are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dowagiac, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Dowagiac, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dowagiac, Michigan are North Woods Village at Edison Lakes and Forest Glen Assisted Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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