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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shepherd, MI
Assisted living costs in Shepherd average about $4,001 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Shepherd. Our detailed directory has 114 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 Mount Pleasant, Midland and Clare.
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The facility and staff at Arbor Grove have been very accommodating to my dad. Everyone has been friendly and supportive to me and my dad. Dad talks frequently about how much fun "joking" he has with the...
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.
Welcome to Arbor Grove, a Leisure Living Community in Alma, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up next to the fireplace in the winter. Residents and their families will enjoy our open,...
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9.9
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46 reviews
Every Staff member we have worked with has been awesome. Their compassion, patience, and genuine caring is apparent every day. The care has exceeded our expectations. The facility is peaceful, and...
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.
Welcome to Crestwood Village, a Leisure Living Community in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on...
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7 reviews
This is hands down the best place in Mt Pleasant for a loved one to be! They take great care of my mother in law! Since moving in we have seen her join in activities and make new friends. She loves that her...
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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This is an awesome place. Such a loving and caring staff. They took care of my father right up to his last breath. Words could never express our gratitude.
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.
Our mission is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those living with dementia and their families.Stone Lodge provides a secure and stimulating, lodge-like living environment. Our purpose is to provide quality of life and maximize individual strengths and capabilities by offering a...
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My sincere thank you to the wonderful caring staff at Prestige Centre. For the past 5 years my loved one has lived in this caring community. I visited multiple times a week and enjoyed getting to know...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
LifeHOUSE Prestige Centre is conveniently located in Mt. Pleasant and offers award-winning care in a warm, amenity rich community. Relax and enjoy comfortable apartments and spacious common areas, while experiencing daily life-enrichment activities, home-made meals, housekeeping, and personalized...
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Happy employees = Happy customers and family members. First hand have watched the staff go above and beyond for the people who live there. My Mom needed care and our neighbors highly recommended Green Acres....
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.
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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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.
Masonic Pathways, a CCRC for both Masons and non-Masons, has been serving seniors in the friendly community of Alma, Michigan for nearly 100 years. Whether you choose to live independently, require assistance, rehabilitation or skilled nursing we have a lifestyle to suit your needs within our...
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 Shepherd, MI
The average cost of senior living in Shepherd is $4,001 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carson City, MI with an average of $3,728 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shepherd, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shepherd
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shepherd
Mt Pleasant Comfort Care in Mount Pleasant, MI
4.8
The staff are so nice and friendly! Very caring and take great care of my uncle! They are always smiling and take such good care of my auntie [name removed]! She enjoys BINGO and their BBQ days! She likes her room just wants a better view! I would recommend this building to anyone in the Mt ...
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Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care in Alma, MI
5.0
My siblings and I feel mom receives the utmost care at Arbor Grove. We appreciate all that the staff does to love, honor, and respect her. The staff also hears and respects our questions an concerns.
Green Acres of Mt. Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, MI
4.5
My mother lived in the memory care unit here and we had a great overall experience with them. I was a little concerned with the level of attentiveness of the staff at times. For example, she needs someone to provide water/drinks for her and give her the initiative to drink it, otherwise she will ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and competent staff. Throughout the reviews, the kindness and attentiveness of the staff is frequently mentioned, making a significant impact on both residents and their families at Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Mt Pleasant Comfort Care, and other communities. They go above and beyond to pro ...
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Wide range of activities. Activities are a favorite among residents and their families, with offerings like singing, games, and social events mentioned at Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Mt Pleasant Comfort Care, and other communities. These activities keep residents engaged and promote socializing ...
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Thoroughly cleaned and updated facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some specifically commenting on upkeep for both private rooms and group areas at Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Mt Pleasant Comfort Care, and other communities. Renovations and updates contribute to a pleasant living ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and their families often report feeling cared for and accommodated at various communities, such as Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, and others, with examples of staff members making adjustments to enhance safety and per ...
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Community-oriented atmosphere. Reviews highlight the importance of the sense of community and family among residents and staff at Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, and other facilities. This creates a warm and welcoming environment where residents feel at home. ...
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Nearby family and convenient location. The proximity to family is another factor frequently mentioned in the reviews for communities like Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, and others. This accessibility allows for frequent visits and a sense of connection to loved ones ...
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Shepherd review score based on 59 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 59 reviews of 10 Shepherd assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shepherd 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
Shepherd review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shepherd 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 59 reviews of 10 Shepherd assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shepherd 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.Shepherd, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
4.6
Care services
4.9
4.2
Staff
5.0
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.3
4.1
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Shepherd assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepherd assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepherd, 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 Shepherd 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 Shepherd that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shepherd, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shepherd 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 Shepherd Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shepherd, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
40.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepherd 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 Shepherd partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shepherd, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
34.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepherd 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 Shepherd communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepherd, MINational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepherd 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 Shepherd offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepherd, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shepherd
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 Shepherd protect seniors.
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