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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ingham County, MI

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Assisted living costs in Ingham County average about $4,140 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Ingham County. Our detailed directory has 149 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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The amazing level of friendly enthusiasm. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale Meridian to other families based on the experience so far!
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
At our community in Haslett, Mich., which offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care, we have the experience to understand the complexity of dementia at every stage. Memory care services in a safe, comfortable, home-like environment is the unique contribution we can make to your loved one’s well-being...
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This is a nice, comfortable resident facility where my mom lives now. She is not happy being out of her house but does say nice things about Bickford regardless. The enclosed courtyard is her favorite...
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.
From freshly prepared meals to an energetic social scene, Bickford ensures your loved one experiences the zest of life every day. Our caregivers, more like extended family, are there at every step, ensuring your loved one’s best possible life. Central to our ethos is the HigherPath senior health...
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Any questions or concerns that I had were answered/addressed quickly. There are a couple of nice outdoor areas where residents can enjoy the nice weather.
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.
Our community, located in Haslett, Mich., about 20 minutes from Lansing, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals and fun outings. Haslett offers the warmth...
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From the beginning we were at ease that Dad's diagnosis of dementia with aggression was not out of the scope of what Devine Nest was capable and willing to take care of. The communication between the staff...
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.
Divine Nest Assisted Living is committed to enhancing the quality of life of the elderly by providing exceptional and compassionate care in a nurturing environment to promote the value and dignity of each resident. We are family & friends owned and operated community and are not part of a big...
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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.
Safe Haven Assisted Living is a gorgeous new home-like facility located in Beautiful Okemos, MI. With owners that live onsite your loved ones will get that extended family experience. Safe Haven provides quality care and exceptional residential services. Safe Haven strives to increase quality of...
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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.
Okemos Michigan is nestled in the heart of Meridian Township; a community known for its abundance of natural beauty, vibrant downtown districts, and quiet, safe, friendly neighborhoods. At the Willows at Okemos, residents can choose from a variety of ways to enjoy their days. Those who are...
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My mom moved in last summer and loves it. She’s made good friends with some of the other ladies living there. She loves [name removed] and the Uno tournaments. Bingo is always fun too. [name removed]...
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.
LifeHOUSE Prestige Way Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Holt, MI) — LifeHOUSE Prestige Way has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its dedication to...
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They will call me and let me know when things are going on, I was really impressed with that. The food is pretty good, she seems pretty pleased with it. They need a more parking. The cleanliness was top...
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.
Designed for retirees and seniors, you will find that Green Acres of Mason provides the very best in retirement living.  We focus on independent and customized living spaces within a community atmosphere.  You'll find that Green Acres is the place to be, with personalized...
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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: 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.
Craft Care Home has been caring for the elderly population for forty years. We are proud of our three generation family tradition of excellence.We are located on a beautiful country setting on Edgar Rd. in Mason.p>Our meals are prepared and served with special attention to presentation and...
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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.
The Oasis of HoltOpening early Fall 2025! The Oasis of Holt allows you to live the life you want with the assistance you need. You've worked hard your whole life taking care of others and now it's time to let us help take care of you with the comfort and support you've earned. Every resident has...
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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.
Craft Care Home has been caring for the elderly population for forty years. We are proud of our three generation family tradition of excellence.We are conveniently located on Cedar St. in Holt. We are newly remodeled and even more accommodating than ever before. Our bedrooms are open and spacious...
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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.
Riverwind senior assisted care facility provides the peace of mind that comes from knowing that well-trained, compassionate staff are available around the clock to provide the level of assistance that is required. Our goal is to allow aging adults to continue living the lifestyle that they prefer...

Cost of assisted living in Ingham County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ingham County is $4,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, MI with an average of $3,463 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ingham County, MI, vs. nearby counties

Ingham County, MI
$4,140/mo
$4,125/mo
$4,134/mo

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

Ingham County, MI
$4,140/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Ingham County, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,140/mo
$4,516/mo

Assisted living costs in Ingham County, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,005/mo
Studio
$4,923/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,984/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,000/mo

Senior living costs in Ingham County 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: Ingham County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIngham County, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,140/mo$4,247/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,516/mo$4,618/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,130/mo$3,745/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Ingham County, MI:$4,140/mo
Michigan:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Ingham County, MI:$4,516/mo
Michigan:$4,618/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Ingham County, MI:$3,130/mo
Michigan:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ingham County, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ingham County 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
Ingham County, MI$5,508/mo$4,235/mo+30.1%
Michigan$5,242/mo$4,957/mo+5.7%
National$5,237/mo$4,973/mo+5.3%
Ingham County, MI
2024 average cost:$5,508/mo
2023 average cost:$4,235/mo
Percent change:+30.1%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,242/mo
2023 average cost:$4,957/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,237/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ingham County, 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 Ingham County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ingham County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ingham County

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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EHM Assisted Living in Stockbridge, MI

4.4
My mother has been at EHM for several months now. I moved her there from a much larger institution and love the change. EHM is very personal, very caring and very professional. I used to worry all the time when Mom was at the Lutheran Homes because she seemed to be nothing more than room 217. ...
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Prestige Way in Holt, MI

5.0
Grandma always says the food here is amazing. When I come to visit it always smells like fresh cookies! Yum! It is great to visit here knowing everyone is cared for so well. The staff is kind and attentive. The cooks are friendly and always making something good. It is a great experience to ...
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Ingham County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ingham County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ingham County, 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 Ingham County 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 Ingham County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ingham County, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ingham County 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 Ingham County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ingham County, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ingham County 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 Ingham County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ingham County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ingham County 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 Ingham County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ingham County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.8%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ingham County 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 Ingham County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ingham County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ingham County

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

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Brookdale Meridian MC, Bickford of Okemos and Haslett Pointe Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ingham County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Ingham County, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ingham County, Michigan are Sensations Memory Care Residence and Independence Village of Grand Ledge. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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