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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake County, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Lake County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Lake County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Lake County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Lake County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 41 assisted living facilities in the Lake County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Baldwin, Reed City and Luther.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Baldwin, Reed City and Luther.
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9.5
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Reed City Fields gives you such a warm welcome the moment you walk in the door. My grandmother recently moved into this facility and she has had nothing but great things to share with our family. From the...
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.
Reed City Comfort Care, a place to call home. Warm Friendly environment.
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My Mom has been a resident here for about two and a half months now. She is in assisted living so her caregivers make several visits checking on her each day. They also make sure she is keeping a good...
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.
Welcome to White Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Whitehall, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted...
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9.7
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45 reviews
We have been very pleased with Lakeview Terrace. They quickly became like family and continue to go above and beyond to make mom feel at home.
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.
Welcome to Lakeview Terrace, a Leisure Living Community in Lakeview, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on...
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9.7
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38 reviews
The people who work at Ludington Woods are the best. Caregivers, food service, maintenance, etc - all of them have gone above and beyond for my loved ones needs. My family greatly appreciates the care he is...
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 Ludington Woods, a Leisure Living Community in Ludington, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local community that...
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17 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Curry House and the overall experience at this facility was great. The quality of the care was overall very good, but occasional issues with the staffing levels or...
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.
Choosing a senior community is one of the most important and difficult decisions you will make for your elderly parents. Thankfully, you can put your mind at ease when the decision you make is to choose Curry House Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. Set against a beautiful, rural backdrop...
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2 reviews
The staff is great. They are very kind, friendly and patient with my mom. The facility is very nice and clean. They have activities for the residents to do. My mom really likes playing bingo and working...
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.
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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.
Maple Ridge Living Center is a new licensed assisted living facility opened in December 2009. Maple Ridge has 20 beds available, both private and semi-private. Some of the private rooms also have their own bathroom and kitchenette. The facility is equipped with full generator back-up for power...
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.
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.
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
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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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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, 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.
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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We're very pleased with how things have gone at Green Acres. It is a nice looking, clean facility, and the staff we've worked with have all been friendly and professional. We're completely satisfied so far.
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.
Green Acres of Cadillac, Michigan, is a beautifully appointed assisted living facility providing community living for retirees and seniors along with private living spaces. Green Acres is staffed 24 hours a day with kind and devoted caregivers who truly love working with the elderly. We are...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
We are a state licensed, large group, Adult Foster Care home. Licensed for 15 residents. We have 24 hr staff. We have a computer system which is directly linked to our pharmacy, to assist with passing medications. We cook and serve 3 meals and a bedtime snack every day. We can assist with...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Green Acres of Manistee located in Manistee Michigan provides the ideal solution for retirement living. Moving into an assisted living lifestyle can be difficult for families and individuals. We here at Green Acres want you and your family to feel comfortable and at ease with the tough decisions...
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.
Cost of assisted living in Lake County, MI
The average cost of senior living in Lake County is $3,766 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McBain, MI with an average of $3,137 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake County, MI vs. nearby counties
Lake County, MI
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake County, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lake County, MI by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Lake County over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lake County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake County
Curry House in Cadillac, MI
5.0
My mom is currently a resident at Curry House and everything has been great for her at this facility so far! The staff at this facility are kind, helpful, knowledgeable and very caring. They listen intently. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The care services, food, activities and ...
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White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whitehall, MI
5.0
We moved our mother into White Lake Assisted Living community seven months ago. She settled in quickly and has participated in most of the many cities offered. she received excellent care and has been very happy we've noticed all employees have smiles on their faces and appear to really enjoy ...
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Frankfort Pines
5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Lake County review score based on 101 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 36 Lake County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lake County 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
Lake County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Lake County 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 101 reviews of 36 Lake County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lake County 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.Lake County, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Lake County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake County, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.8%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
19.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.8%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lake 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 Lake County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake County, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.9%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.4%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake 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 Lake County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.8%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.9%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13.9%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake 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 Lake County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake 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 Lake County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.6%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.1%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
2.8%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lake County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living and Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lake County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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