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Assisted living costs in South Ionia average about $5,493 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 196 communities in South Ionia. Our detailed directory has 3188 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Greenville, Ada and Lowell.

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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My daughter and son in law chose Royal Atrium Inn for me due to the closeness of the facility to their home. It has been a good experience and I would definitely recommend them to others looking.
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.
Royal Atrium Inn is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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What we liked the most about the community while our loved one was there was that the nurses were great, however I was not impressed with the director she was never available when I had questions or...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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The staff is really good. They have a beautiful location. Super nice rooms. They do have quite a few different faces. I do see coming and going. But I've also learned to know the regular staff and they have...
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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Very basic but kind staff attentive and place is clean. Owner there a lot and they care
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 Rockford community home is easily spotted off Northland Drive in the scenic city of Rockford, Michigan. Our cozy home offers a spacious community room that flows into the heart of the home, the kitchen and dining area. Our home offers barrier free bedrooms and bathrooms and is staffed 24...
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My mom moved in last summer and loves it. She’s made good friends with some of the other ladies living there. She loves [name removed] and the Uno tournaments. Bingo is always fun too. [name removed]...
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.
LifeHOUSE Prestige Way Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Holt, MI) — LifeHOUSE Prestige Way has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its dedication to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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
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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 have been nothing but impressed with Green Acres. My loved one has lived here in the memory unit for over a year and in every aspect the staff is attentive and kind. The facility has always helped us...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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I visited a friend who had to stay for a 4 day visit due to a health problem. I was very impressed by the spacious room, the very friendly staff, the cleanliness of the halls and the rooms and friendliness...
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.
Fountain View of Lowell is located just east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Here you will find beautifully landscaped grounds located in a quite country setting. Our facility features assisted living and specialized memory care buildings. We offer a full continuum of care. With 24 hour trained...
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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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.
Green Acres, located in Greenville, Michigan seems to have it all when it comes to assisted living for the elderly. We focus on personalized living spaces within a community atmosphere, and have worked hard to maintain elderly independent living as much as possible with private, personalized...
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I would highly recommend them. The room sizes were adequate for two people, good sizes. The food is cooked with fresh ingredients from scratch. They have outdoor space for the residents to use. Overall it...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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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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.
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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
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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.
Ramsdell AFC HomeLocated in the heart of Rockford, Michigan, Ramsdell AFC Home is an assisted living community that’s the ideal place to call home. Our location is minutes from the center of town, set in a residential neighborhood and on a wooded lot. This provides our residents with the ease of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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Everytime I visit the Maples, the residents are happy and well cared for. You walk in the door and it feels like home. The staff is friendly and very loving to the residents. Like they are taking care and...
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: 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.
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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.
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.
Clark Retirement at Keller LakeThe Clark at Keller Lake is an assisted living community located in beautiful Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Lake Michigan beaches are a part of the natural beauty of Grand Rapids. People love to stroll downtown and peruse through museums with one of a kind...
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Bella Woods took care of my father for the last 2 years of his life. They treated him like a family member. When he originally arrived at the home the doctors told us he had 6 months to a year to live. I...
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: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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[Removed] gave our mother the best care for the duration she was with her. She went in as hospice care. She was kept clean and changed. would be included in with the other residents even though she wasn't...
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.
Laura Jean Care Home is a residential care home situated in the fascinating town of St. Johns, Michigan in Clinton County. Our home is connected to the rest of the world with a system of roads that make accessing it easier. It is also easier to transport seniors to various places for shopping and...

Cost of assisted living in South Ionia, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Ionia is $5,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Johns, MI with an average of $5,281 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Ionia, MI, vs. state and national averages

South Ionia, MI
$5,493/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in South Ionia, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,493/mo
$6,730/mo

Assisted living costs in South Ionia, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,472/mo
Studio
$4,691/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,706/mo

Senior living costs in South Ionia 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: South Ionia, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Ionia, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$5,493/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,730/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,518/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
South Ionia, MI:$5,493/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
South Ionia, MI:$6,730/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
South Ionia, MI:$3,518/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Ionia, MI, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in South Ionia, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Ionia 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
South Ionia, MI$5,535/mo$5,369/mo+3.1%
Michigan$5,396/mo$5,321/mo+1.4%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
South Ionia, MI
2024 average cost:$5,535/mo
2023 average cost:$5,369/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,396/mo
2023 average cost:$5,321/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Ionia, 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 South Ionia.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Ionia

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Ionia

Meadows of Owosso

4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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Prestige Way in Holt, MI

5.0
Grandma always says the food here is amazing. When I come to visit it always smells like fresh cookies! Yum! It is great to visit here knowing everyone is cared for so well. The staff is kind and attentive. The cooks are friendly and always making something good. It is a great experience to ...
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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the staff's ability to accommodate residents' needs and provide tender, loving care at Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care. Families also appreciate the ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Activities provide residents with opportunities to socialize and stay engaged at Cascade Trails Senior Living, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, and Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care. Activities range from arts and crafts to ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents enjoy delicious and tasty meals at Cascade Trails Senior Living, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, and Valley Pines. Chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtimes a highlight of the day.
Personalized care and attention. Residents receive personalized care and attention at Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Cascade Trails Senior Living. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and their well-being is a priority.
Clean and welcoming facilities. Facilities are kept clean and welcoming at Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Valley Pines. Residents and families appreciate the comfortable and homelike atmosphere, which contributes to ...
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Dedicated and responsive management. Management teams at Cascade Trails Senior Living, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, and Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care are dedicated and responsive to residents' needs and concerns. Families feel informed and engaged in th ...
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South Ionia review score based on 656 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 656 reviews of 196 South Ionia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Ionia 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

South Ionia review score compared against nearby cities

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South Ionia, MI196 facilities
8.2
Greenville, MI170 facilities
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St. Johns, MI243 facilities

Review subcategories for South Ionia 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 656 reviews of 196 South Ionia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Ionia 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
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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South Ionia assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Ionia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Ionia, 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 South Ionia 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 South Ionia 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
48%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Ionia 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 South Ionia 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
48.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.8%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Ionia 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 South Ionia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Ionia, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South Ionia 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 South Ionia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Ionia 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 South Ionia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Ionia, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.2%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
33.2%
48%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Ionia

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