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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Otter Lake, MI

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Assisted living costs in Otter Lake average about $3,901 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 33 communities in Otter Lake. Our detailed directory has 185 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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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
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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.
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The Pines of Burton is the perfect setting for my mom. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting and smells nice. She loves her apartment which we decorated with her own...
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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I’ve been happy with this facility from the very beginning. I like the personal care and the staff. The most important thing is that my Dad is happy and comfortable. I’ve been able to visit during meal times...
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.
Gross Assisted Living offers the following services in a country home like setting 24 hour trained staff, 25 years experience, family owned & operated, private and semi private rooms, barrier free, wheel chair accessible, in house sprinkler system, security alarmed doors, 3 well balanced meals...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Otter Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Otter Lake is $3,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Columbiaville, MI with an average of $3,899 per month.

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

Otter Lake, MI
$3,901/mo
$4,001/mo

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

Otter Lake, MI
$3,901/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,901/mo
$4,242/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,033/mo
Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$5,287/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,457/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,430/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Otter Lake over time

Otter Lake, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Otter Lake, 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 Otter Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Otter Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Otter Lake

Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth

5.0
I have just placed my Wife into Covenant Glen in Frankenmuth. The process was quite smooth, but also I needed to be patient, a hard thing for me to do..But the administration & staff at this place is top notch. The Exec. Director & I had spoke on the phone several times, and I also worked with ...
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Serene Gardens of Imlay City

4.3
I would recommend Angela's House to others for their loved ones. This appears to be a newer community. The food is really good here. The community is accommodating to the residents and family's requests. The staff were okay to work with if the family had questions or concerns about our loved ...
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Gross AFC #3 in Clio, MI

5.0
They are good providors and take really good care! They were my first choice and are a good value. It's clean and they are friendly. They do a great job. I wish we could go back!

Otter Lake review score based on 60 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 30 Otter Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Otter Lake 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

Otter Lake review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Otter Lake, MI30 facilities
7.0
Otisville, MI18 facilities
9.9
Columbiaville, MI8 facilities

Review subcategories for Otter Lake 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 60 reviews of 30 Otter Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Otter Lake 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Otter Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Otter Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Otter Lake, 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 Otter Lake 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 Otter Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.7%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Otter Lake 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 Otter Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Otter Lake 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 Otter Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Otter Lake 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 Otter Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Otter Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Otter Lake 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 Otter Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Otter Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Otter Lake

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 Otter Lake protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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There are 33 assisted living facilities near Otter Lake, Michigan. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Otter Lake, Michigan are Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Devonshire Retirement Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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