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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gaylord, MI

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Photo of August Haus
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9.0
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7 reviews
9.0
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57%
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I would love to say thank you for all the work, our loved one loves it there. Based on the experience our family has had so far, we would definitely recommend the August Haus to other families who made need...
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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1.0
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3 reviews
1.0
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3 reviews
5 star
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I was a POA for a friend of mine, a lady in her mid to late '80s. She suffered from severe dementia and arthritis. The folks at Aspen Ridge were just great! Two years after she was placed there I had to go...
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.
There are some families who might be interested in reading about Aspen Ridge, which is a friendly retirement community located in Bend. Many people throughout Oregon may be wondering where their parents should go during their golden years. The staff at Aspen Ridge will be ready to help take on...
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It is a very good place to put your parents. The staff are excellent to work with. My loved one is enjoying the food. It would be nice to have a program to have some sort of fee assistance for the month
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.
The Brook Retirement of Gaylord is an independent living community located in Gaylord in Otsego County, MI. Here we offer all the comforts of home in an environment especially designed to accommodate senior residents. The Brook Retirement of Gaylord lies in close proximity to some of the finest...
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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Cost of assisted living in Gaylord, MI

The average cost of senior living in Gaylord is $3,329 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,352 per month.

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

Gaylord, MI
$3,329/mo

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

Gaylord, MI
$3,329/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,329/mo
$3,329/mo

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

Studio
$5,350/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,683/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Gaylord over time

Gaylord, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gaylord, 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 Gaylord.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gaylord

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gaylord

The Brook Retirement of Gaylord

5.0
My mother-in-law is doing so well here and the changes we are seeing in her are wonderful. She is so much more social and active. There are a lot of amenities for the residents to take part in and she likes her apt which has a nice patio attached to it plus she enjoys going to the dining room, ...
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August Haus in Gaylord, MI

3.6
They help in all ways, some things may need to asked for. Like shampooing carpet after an accident. The urine odor can be strong. They do their best, with a lot of staff changes there have been a few in training. I can call every day to check on my brother. They give me details of his day, this ...
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Aspen Ridge Retirement Village in Gaylord, MI

4.5
We recently moved Mom into Aspen Ridge of Gaylord, Michigan. We noticed shortly after, that she was seemed much more content and happy then we had seen her in many months. The facility is kept very clean, and there seems to be ample staff, to care for the residents. Our family has been really ...
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Gaylord assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaylord assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaylord, 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 Gaylord 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 Gaylord that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gaylord, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gaylord 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 Gaylord Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gaylord, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaylord 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 Gaylord partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaylord, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaylord 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 Gaylord communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaylord, MINational
Room service
Room service
40%
35%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaylord 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 Gaylord offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaylord, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
20%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gaylord

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gaylord protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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August Haus, Aspen Ridge Retirement Village and The Brook Retirement of Gaylord are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gaylord, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 6 assisted living facilities near Gaylord, Michigan. See the full list.

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