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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shelby, MI
Assisted living costs in Shelby average about $3,531 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 38 communities in Shelby. Our detailed directory has 233 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 Ludington, Fremont and Whitehall.
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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.
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, 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.
Our mission is to minister God's agape love to every resident. This agape love is an unconditional and giving love. The Agape Home at Blueberry Fields has been dedicated to serving the physical, social, and spiritual needs of older adults since it opened in 2010. You will experience excellence in...
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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
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.
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...
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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.
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.
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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.
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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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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.
Serenity Home - NorthSerenity Home - North is an assisted living community located in Marne, MI. The city of Marne is a small town in Ottawa County, northwest of Grand Rapids. Marne is a quiet town in Wright Township with a few shops and small stores. Residents can enjoy going out for walks,...
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.
Cost of assisted living in Shelby, MI
The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $3,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newaygo, MI with an average of $3,166 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shelby, MI by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Shelby over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelby, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shelby
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelby
The Oaks in Muskegon, MI
4.8
The memory care unit was amazing. I don't have much to draw from for the rest of the facility. I can tell you some of the residents living there seemed friendly and happy enough.
If I were in the market for a facility to age in place and wanted to stay within the city they would be first on my ...
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White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI
5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.
Robbinswood in Grand Haven, MI
4.0
My mom chose Robbinswood because it is close to her friends and family. She enjoys the activities that they provide and the company of the residents there. Mom likes the food that they serve she has no complaints.
The staff is friendly and caring and attentive to her care needs. There are ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and warmth of the staff at various communities like The Oaks and Reed City Fields. Families appreciate the friendly demeanor of the caregivers, which helps put residents and their loved ones at ease.
Peace of mind with responsive care. Several reviews mention the sense of relief that comes from knowing loved ones are receiving quality care. At Green Acres Of Cedar Springs and White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, responsiveness from staff is praised, ensuring families that their loved ones are being taken care of thr ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Activities are a popular feature among reviews, with residents and their families expressing appreciation for the opportunities to socialize and stay engaged. Communities like Reed City Fields and Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care offer a range of activities and outings to suit ...
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Comfortable living spaces and cleanliness. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and comfort of living spaces, whether it's for private rooms or communal areas. Residents of American House Spring Lake and White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care express satisfaction with the upkeep and cleanliness of their living arrangements.
Flexible care options. Families value the adaptability of care provided in various communities, such as The Oaks and Reed City Fields. Reviews mention the ability to accommodate changing care needs, ensuring residents receive the right level of support as their circumstances evolve.
Supportive and attentive caregivers. Caring and attentive caregivers are a common theme in reviews, with families sharing their gratitude for the dedicated support their loved ones receive. At Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care and White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, caregivers are praised for their patienc ...
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Shelby review score based on 79 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 79 reviews of 38 Shelby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shelby 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
Shelby review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shelby 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 79 reviews of 38 Shelby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby 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.Shelby, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
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Activities
4.3
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Value for cost*
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Shelby assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby, 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 Shelby 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 Shelby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelby, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.2%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby 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 Shelby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.8%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby 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 Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby 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 Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby 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 Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.2%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelby
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 Shelby protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care and Reed City Fields are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelby, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 38 assisted living facilities near Shelby, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelby, Michigan are White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care and Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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