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Assisted living costs in Summit City average about $4,909 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 49 communities in Summit City. Our detailed directory has 134 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Traverse City, Kalkaska and Cadillac.

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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Photo of Orchard Creek Supportive Care
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.
Photo of Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkasha
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.
Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska provides senior care exclusively for people suffering from AlzheimerÆs disease or dementia. The 12-bed facility has a relaxed country setting just outside the Village of Kalkaska, Michigan. Kalkaska has three major events each year; the WinterFest in January; the...
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.
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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They had an amazing ease when it came to moving my dad in. They also provide everything someone may need, bed, tv, all toiletries, minus depends. Be mindful to quickly move items out of the facility after...
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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We're very pleased with how things have gone at Green Acres. It is a nice looking, clean facility, and the staff we've worked with have all been friendly and professional. We're completely satisfied so far.
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 Cadillac, Michigan, is a beautifully appointed assisted living facility providing community living for retirees and seniors along with private living spaces. Green Acres is staffed 24 hours a day with kind and devoted caregivers who truly love working with the elderly. We are...
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.
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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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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.
Photo of Kalkaska Memorial Assisted Living
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
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.
Photo of Heritage Haus
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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My mother lived at Frankfort Pines and the care she received was above and beyond what we expected. We expected her needs to be met, but it was so much more. The workers there treated her like she was...
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.
FRANKFORT PINES ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS Frankfort Pines is an Assisted Living Facility that provides spacious apartments and suites designed for single residents and couples. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. One monthly fee provides assistance with daily living tasks, all meals...
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.
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.
Photo of Pleasant Ridge Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I couldn't be happier with the staff and hospice in the way they took care of my mother. You all became family to us and I would like to say Thank You for caring and loving my Mother as we all did. Mom...
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.
The Brook of Houghton Lake is an assisted living community in Houghton Lake, MI. Houghton Lake is a popular retirement spot and vacation spot year round. The Brook of Houghton Lake is located across the street from Houghton Lake Park and just down the road from Houghton Lake, the largest inland...
Photo of Wargo's Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I was very impressed with The Brook of Grayling. They are very nice people to work with and it is a very nice facility. Our experience was very limited as my mother ended up passing away shortly after...
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.
The Brook of Grayling is a great assisted living facility located in Grayling, Michigan. Our facility is located in a residential neighborhood, and within close proximity to Mercy hospital. Our facility is located near the beautiful AuSable river, which allows for residents to enjoy short walks...
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.
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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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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Summit City, MI

The average cost of senior living in Summit City is $4,909 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buckley, MI with an average of $4,324 per month.

Assisted living costs in Summit City, MI, vs. state and national averages

Summit City, MI
$4,909/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Summit City, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,909/mo
$5,888/mo

Assisted living costs in Summit City, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,267/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,185/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,355/mo

Senior living costs in Summit City 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: Summit City, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSummit City, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,909/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,888/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,141/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Summit City, MI:$4,909/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Summit City, MI:$5,888/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Summit City, MI:$3,141/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Summit City, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Summit City 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 Summit City, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Summit City 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
Summit City, MI$5,429/mo$5,400/mo+0.5%
Michigan$4,922/mo$4,638/mo+6.1%
National$4,942/mo$4,633/mo+6.7%
Summit City, MI
2024 average cost:$5,429/mo
2023 average cost:$5,400/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,922/mo
2023 average cost:$4,638/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$4,942/mo
2023 average cost:$4,633/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Summit City, 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 Summit City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Summit City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Summit City

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Joy Givers Senior Homes in Traverse City, MI

5.0
Freda and staff are kind, professional, and understanding. The care is excellent. Rooms and seniors are clean and spotless. Meals are great, Dad and I love the food. The place is clean, safe, and friendly. Dad is happy there. Their place is very affordable. Medicine service and housekeeping are ...
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Summit City review score based on 25 family reviews

6.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 49 Summit City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Summit City 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

Summit City review score compared against nearby cities

6.5
Summit City, MI49 facilities
4.5
Greilickville, MI23 facilities
6.8
Kalkaska, MI50 facilities

Review subcategories for Summit City 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 25 reviews of 49 Summit City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Summit City 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.
Summit City, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.9
3.4
Friendliness
3.0
3.5
Care services
2.9
3.2
Staff
2.8
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.7
3.1
Value for cost*
2.5
3.1
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Summit City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit City, 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 Summit City 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 Summit City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Summit City, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Summit City 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 Summit City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Summit City, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.5%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Summit City 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 Summit City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit City, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit City 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 Summit City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Summit City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit City 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 Summit City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
48%
Dances
Dances
6.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Summit City

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 Summit City protect seniors.
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