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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sandusky, MI
Assisted living costs in Sandusky average about $3,973 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 98 communities in Sandusky. Our detailed directory has 524 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Cass City, Marlette and North Branch.
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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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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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Smaller community and that was good. The care my loved one received was great. The value we got was great. The communication was not really that great but did improve towards the end. I would recommend...
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.
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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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.
Best Home Care Hickory Lane is a place made specifically for caring for the elderly. The seniors that live in the facility are cared for very well by the educated and trained staff members. Since there are many ways for the elderly to get out and about in the area, they will find that living at...
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Cost of assisted living in Sandusky, MI
The average cost of senior living in Sandusky is $3,973 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Melvin, MI with an average of $3,551 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sandusky, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sandusky, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sandusky vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sandusky, MI by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sandusky, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Sandusky
Recent reviews for assisted living in Sandusky
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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Volante of Lake Orion
4.6
So far the community has been good. The community has an open door policy to help socialize with other residents in the afternoon. They interact well with the residents. The food is outstanding. Even during the pandemic they all ate in the dining room. The staff has made great efforts to ...
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Sandusky review score based on 162 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 162 reviews of 81 Sandusky assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sandusky 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
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Review subcategories for Sandusky 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 162 reviews of 81 Sandusky assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sandusky 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.Sandusky, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Sandusky assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandusky assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandusky, 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 Sandusky 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 Sandusky 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
56.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.7%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sandusky 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 Sandusky Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandusky, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandusky 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 Sandusky partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandusky, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandusky 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 Sandusky communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandusky 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 Sandusky offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandusky, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.3%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sandusky
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 Sandusky protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Devonshire Retirement Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sandusky, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 98 assisted living facilities near Sandusky, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sandusky, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, 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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