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204 Residential Care Homes near Essex, ON

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Residential care homes in Essex often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Essex is $2,192 per month. To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 204 care homes in Essex and read 130 reviews of families’ experiences.

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Residential Care Home Facilities near Essex, ON

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Care for my mother has been very caring and attentive to her needs. From the owners to the staff caring for my mom they do a very good job. It's been a trying time because my mom has been in and out of the...
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.
Heart to Home has two facilities that are owned and operated by two Registered Nurses, each with 17 years of experience.Heart to Home's Wendy Manor is a licensed Adult Foster Care Home, providing 24/7 personal care, protection, and supervision for up to six (6) individuals who are aged and/or...
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They do a great job, very attentive. They are very good at communicating with me regarding her care. I wish there were more activities. I love that is a Christian center. I would recommend them to anyone....
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Houston Special Needs is an array of hope for families in need. We are licensed by the State Of Michigan and specialize in personal special needs (i.e. Aged, Alzheimer, Developed Mental Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injuries,and etc...). We assist those who still have some personal functionality...
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I overall would recommend Retreat at Southgate, but they've had a lot of employee turnover since Moms been there. Hope that is settled soon so they have assistant's that can help and maybe schedule...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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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After two large senior communities specializing in memory care, we found Golden Haven. The owners who are in the medical field. They employ very professional staff that treat the residents like their own...
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.
Six bed licensed Residential care home with private and semi-private rooms with both front and back ramp entries for easy access. Seasoned Filipino caregivers with strong core family value with compassionate care and utmost dignity and respect on resident. Owned and operated by Physical Therapist...
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I think they do a good job overall at Pleasantry Living. The people here seem clean and well cared for. The staff are friendly and professional, and the facility itself is well kept and very nice looking.
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.
Pleasantry Living is a NEW 6 bed licensed Adult Foster Care home located in Harper Woods that serve elderly men and women with physical disabilities and Dementia/Alzheimer's. This cozy home offers 4 rooms; private and semi-private. Open floor plan, spacious backyard, handicap accessible...
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This home is very clean and bright with a nice yard/patio. The care is very good. The staff is extremely friendly and take great care of my father. I would highly recommend this facility.
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.
Genesis Elder Care is a fascinating and lively resident care home located in the great locality of Warren, Michigan in the county of Macomb. Our home has been set in a beautiful and scenic surrounding that provides great space for living by our seniors. Our expansive open air compound enables the...
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This is a great place. My Mom loves it! The staff is very caring and capable. Truly home-cooked meals provided. And the cost is much, much lower than a nursing home. Truly a gem! I am so glad we found 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.
The Allen Park Community Living Center is located at 19330 Champaign Avenue in Allen Park, MI. We focus on a resident population that is medically fragile, aged, demented, and those with Alzheimer's. Each resident can expect to receive the following: Beautifully decorated private or semi-private...
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My experience is special. I know my aunt is safe and well fed. She has a job of wiping off the table after they eat. She looks forward to doing it. She loves sitting outside. I would recommend Beachwood.
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.
Beechwood Living Center is a small caring assisted living facility located in Taylor Michigan, just southwest of Detroit. Our facility has accommodation for 12. It is small enough to have a home feeling, yet has enough residents to enable socialization at home. The rooms are clean, spacious, and...
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My Mom was only with Island Pine for a brief time before she passed, but it was the best facility she was ever in. The staff was very caring and loving. [name removed] goes above and beyond for her...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
At Island Pines Residential Assisted Living, we offer assisted living in a comfortable residential home within the beautiful Grosse Ile community. Our staff ensures dignity, privacy and freedom for you or your loved one, with just the right level of social activities, support and personalized...
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Had my mother in law in for four years previously. She was very happy living there and we were very happy with the care she was given there.
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.
Adult children searching for a reputable facility for their aging or disabled parents should consider Mary Brook Residence. Mary Brook Residence is located in Flat Rock, MI. The neighborhood is safe, quiet and inviting. Mary Brook is especially suited to residents who need special care due to...
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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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I like the care that my mom is getting here. The staff is friendly and is assisting with all of her needs. The community is very clean and well maintained. The food is very appealing and she is happy with...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
This is a huge 2000 sqft beautiful lower unit flat with nice hardwood floors throughout. Every room has been freshly painted and the bedrooms have new wall-to-wall carpet. The Living Room has a natural Fire Place with plenty of space for lounging and entertainment. The dinning room is also very...
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It was a wonderful experience. The team was very kind, caring and took good care of my mom. We picked this community, because of the team, price and facility. I would recommend to other families. My mom...
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.
Mary Rose Residence is in Brownstown, MI and can be a wonderful assisted living facility perfect for your elderly parent. It is very difficult to care for an elderly parent when you have a busy schedule. Because of this, Mary Rose Residence can take the burden off of your shoulders. When your...
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Overall Mortenview Manor has been a pleasant experience. They provide good care for my dad, however it was difficult to move him from a chair to the bed, etc. because they did not have a lift. We rated the...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
At Mortenview Manor, we offer assisted living in a comfortable residential home within the community of Taylor, MI. We specialize in all forms of Dementia including Alzheimer's. Our staff ensures dignity, privacy and freedom for you or your loved one, with just the right level of social...
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I'm satisfied with Loving Care because my mom is so much more comfortable there than she has been anywhere else. Seeing her face light up when she mentions talking with what she calls "my ladies" (the...
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.
Loving Care Assisted Living is a residential care home located in the stunning Brownstown, MI in Oakland County. We are located in a safe, clean, and upscale neighborhood. Our geographical location provides a perfect atmosphere for a group home setting. Our home is designed in a way that it is...
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So far everything is fine. All the family members are pleased, down to the grandchildren. They have responded very well to anything that has come up. She keeps us well informed about everything. They even...
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.
Alternative Adult Residence is a freestanding licensed Residential Care Facility dedicated entirely to caring for persons living with memory impairment, Alzheimer's, mental challenges, and/or chronic illness.  Our primary responsibility is to keep you safe and comfortable while enhancing the...
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The staff at Falkirk Assisted Living is not trained. They do not do many activities with the residents. The food is healthy. The room sizes and layout of the community is good. The owners try to do a great...
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.
Falkirk Assisted Living is a comfortable senior care home in Flat Rock, MI, near the border between Wayne County and Monroe County. Founded in 2007, the residence is located in a quiet residential setting, near parks, shops and other essentials. The neighborhood is safe and serene - the perfect...
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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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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.
The Nummer House is a licensed home serving a population of six adults. The home is located on a quiet street not far from a mall and shopping area. The Nummer house is a large two story home with brick exterior. The home has a covered front porch that could be used by residents. It has a large...
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We had a great experience with them. The owner is very caring. She worked with us to make Mom feel more comfortable because she was not really happy having to make the transition from her home after 62...
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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This is too expensive for us. It just doesn't meet the budget we're working with so we have to find something else. Also, every time I call they have very strong accents so it's hard sometimes to understand...
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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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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.
Mother Cabrini Home #3 Mother Cabrini Home #3 is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the interesting and unique city of Southgate, Michigan which is nestled in Wayne County. It is considered to be a suburb of Detroit but is also a city in and of itself. Southgate has several...
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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.
Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where your loved one would be cared for as if they were a part of our own family. We provide quality services that will maximize the social, emotional, and physical growth of our residents. We also provide residents with a comfortable...
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At the moment my father is in the hospital, and we are deciding what to do at this moment. However our experiences in this care home were great. We were overall pleased with all they did for us. The staff...
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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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We admitted our mother to Parkside last year and were nervous as she came directly from home to a community. We toured several facilities and felt the home atmosphere and staff was a perfect fit for mom. As...
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.
Elegant Senior Assisted Living in Trenton, MI with 24 hr awake care. Small Group home living with experienced caring staff. We focus on fostering independence and social interaction while assisting with daily needs.

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Houston Special Needs Center in Dearborn, MI

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I am very impressed with the care and genuine service. For my mother's personal needs, mom follows a very healthy meal plan. I have observed improvement in her weeks earlier than anticipated. She appears to be happier also trying to feed herself. And she has been using the bathroom once the ...
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Mortenview Manor in Taylor, MI

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This is a great care home, and my father is doing great since his move here. They are taking very good care of him, and his needs. The staff is great, they are very helpful, and kind. They do a great job with the cleanliness of the home. A couple of relatives have gone to visit him, and they ...
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Parkside Estates LLC in Trenton, MI

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Our Mother was very nervous about the transition to an assisted living facility but we were grateful to stumble on Parkside. They eased her anxiety and both the staff and owner were very comforting. Her final years there really put our minds at ease and the environment was always clean and ...
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