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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Merriman, MI

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Assisted living costs in Merriman average about $3,575 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Merriman. Our detailed directory has 25 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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Photo of LakeHouse Escanaba
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They are very caring but they are not equipped for higher needs/ end of life care. If you are looking for skilled nursing of any type this is not the right facility.
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.
North Woods Place is located in the lovely town of Escanaba on Michigan's northern peninsula. We are two miles from Ludington Park on the shores of Lake Michigan's Little Bay de Noc. We are situated near many amenities available in Escanaba such as parks, restaurants and cultural activities at...
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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.
Maplewood VillaMaplewood Villa is located in Armstrong Creek, WI in Forest County. This residential care home provides daily assistance in a location that offers you the chance to get outside and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Those who spend time in Armstrong Creek enjoy all that Forest County...
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.
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
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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.
Photo of Orchardview Terrace
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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Cost of assisted living in Merriman, MI

The average cost of senior living in Merriman is $3,575 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kingsford, MI with an average of $2,780 per month.

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

Merriman, MI
$3,575/mo
$2,780/mo

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

Merriman, MI
$3,575/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,575/mo
$3,647/mo

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

Studio
$3,900/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,900/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merriman, 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 Merriman.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merriman

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merriman

LakeHouse Escanaba

4.5
Staff was attentive and my mom had her favorites. Took a couple of weeks to get her meds straightened out but they did I'd definitely recommend this facility, she loved it there. Her passing was totally unexpected. She adjusted right away. She had a very cute studio apt and she said it felt ...
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Merriman assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merriman assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merriman, 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 Merriman 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 Merriman that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merriman, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merriman 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 Merriman Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merriman, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
51.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merriman 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 Merriman partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merriman, MINational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Merriman 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 Merriman communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merriman, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
35.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Merriman 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 Merriman offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merriman, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
45.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merriman

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 Merriman protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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LakeHouse Escanaba, Maplewood Villa and Cedar Hill Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merriman, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 9 assisted living facilities near Merriman, Michigan. See the full list.

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