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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 3194 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Greenville, Ada and Hastings.

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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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.
I have a 12 bed Adult Foster Care Home all on one level. I have been in business for 40 years taking care of the elderly. I take both men and women, i can even take couples. We live in a country setting three miles from the City of Charlotte. We live 2 miles from Wal-Mart and three miles from the...
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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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 would recommend the community. This is a good place to put your loved one. The communication with the staff is good. Dinner seems to be a sandwich and simple frozen meals. I wish the meals were more...
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.
            Meeting Todays Needs With Yesterday's Values      New Haven Elder care, a small, home style assisted living    facility  is currently looking for a new resident to love and care for. If you are...
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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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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
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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.
Here at Ithaca AFC, we provide you with fantastic senior care and assisted living benefits. We pride ourselves with providing elderly people treatment and shelter for their needs. Our facility is located in Ithaca, MI. We provide care and housing to elderly who cannot function correctly due to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Nestled on an expansive 30-acre campus, Covenant Village offers the luxury of a country home that’s just three miles from downtown Grand Rapids. An indoor village center includes a pool, spa, sauna and steam room; health club; fellowship center; business, learning, wellness and banking centers;...
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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Great staff and very caring. The residents are well cared for and staff try to get everyone involved in games and activities. Food is all home cooked but they do have treats like cookies and brownies at...
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, 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.
Welcome to Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village!Discover a senior living community where relationships are central, and team members work to anticipate your loved one's needs. When your loved one joins Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village, you’ll find individual neighborhoods with a smaller group of...
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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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There are a couple crabby employees but the staff there are exceptionally nice. I'd recommend Railside. We all want the best for our families and they will get that here, hands down. They're all expensive...
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.
We offer our residents: *Three home-cooked meals served daily-plus home-baked snacks available throughout the day. *A variety of planned events designed to enrich your life-including exercise, games, outings, worship, parties, crafts and more! *Caring and competent staff around the clock 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.
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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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.
Rehoboth comes from Genesis 26:22 That the Lord as made room for you.Rehoboth is dedicated to serving Alzheimer's,Dementia and Memory Loss specializing personal individualized care.We are a 6 bed Assisted Living Home nestled in the country on 2 acres of country living.Our commitment is to provide...
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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: 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: 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.
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...
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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
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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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.
Craft Care Home has been caring for the elderly population for forty years. We are proud of our three generation family tradition of excellence.We are conveniently located on Cedar St. in Holt. We are newly remodeled and even more accommodating than ever before. Our bedrooms are open and spacious...
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.
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.
The Oasis of HoltThe Oasis of Holt allows you to live the life you want with the assistance you need. You've worked hard your whole life taking care of others and now it's time to let us help take care of you with the comfort and support you've earned. Every resident has a unique story and we...
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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

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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 654 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 654 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

7.9
South Ionia, MI196 facilities
8.1
Greenville, MI170 facilities
8.1
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 654 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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3.4
Friendliness
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3.5
Care services
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3.2
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
46.9%
47.9%
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%
19.5%
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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%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
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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%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.2%
50.4%
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%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
33.2%
48.1%
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.
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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sensations Memory Care Residence and Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Ionia, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in South Ionia, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sensations Memory Care Residence and Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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