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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rapid City, MI

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Assisted living costs in Rapid City average about $4,909 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 51 communities in Rapid City. Our detailed directory has 172 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Traverse City, Kalkaska and Williamsburg.

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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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Rapid City, MI

The average cost of senior living in Rapid City is $4,909 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buckley, MI with an average of $4,324 per month.

Assisted living costs in Rapid City, MI, vs. state and national averages

Rapid City, MI
$4,909/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Rapid City, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,909/mo
$5,888/mo

Assisted living costs in Rapid City, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,267/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,185/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,355/mo

Senior living costs in Rapid City 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: Rapid City, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRapid City, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,909/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,888/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,141/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Rapid City, MI:$4,909/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Rapid City, MI:$5,888/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Rapid City, MI:$3,141/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Rapid City, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rapid City 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.

Rapid City, MIMI stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Rapid City, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rapid City 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 average 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
Rapid City, MI$5,429/mo$5,400/mo+0.5%
Michigan$4,922/mo$4,638/mo+6.1%
National$4,942/mo$4,633/mo+6.7%
Rapid City, MI
2024 average cost:$5,429/mo
2023 average cost:$5,400/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,922/mo
2023 average cost:$4,638/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$4,942/mo
2023 average cost:$4,633/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rapid City, 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 Rapid City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rapid City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rapid City

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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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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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Rapid City review score based on 41 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 51 Rapid City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rapid City 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

Rapid City review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Rapid City, MI51 facilities
6.8
Traverse City, MI46 facilities
7.0
Elk Rapids, MI50 facilities

Review subcategories for Rapid City 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 41 reviews of 51 Rapid City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rapid City 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.
Rapid City, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.2
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Rapid City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rapid City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rapid City, 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 Rapid City 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 Rapid City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rapid City, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rapid City 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 Rapid City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rapid City, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.5%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rapid City 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 Rapid City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rapid City, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.6%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
19.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Rapid City 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 Rapid City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rapid City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2%
18.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Rapid City 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 Rapid City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rapid City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.6%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
9.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rapid City

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

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