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Aetna is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 140 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Aetna, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Aetna is about $4,103, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1578 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Aetna, MI

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American House in Spring Lake is a well maintained comfortable assisted living apartment for my father. The people are helpful and friendly. I am more comfortable with my father living here.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We know it isn't easy finding the right senior living situation for elderly parents in Spring Lake, Michigan. American House Spring Lake presents the best solutions in senior care. Our convenient location allows for easy visits from Muskegon, Grand Haven and other communities along Lake Michigan....
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My dad moved from his house to the garden apartments at Porter Hills Village. He likes it and has been able to get more assistance as his needs change, even though he has stayed in the independent living...
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.
Retire to comfort, friends, activities and enjoymentNestled on 35 lush acres in Grand Rapids Township, Porter Hills Village is a friendly, vibrant community where people come to enjoy active lives free from the burdens of home maintenance and other chores. Porter Hills was founded in 1970 by a...
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Staff are helpful and my mom enjoys the activities and outings. The community is clean and the environment has a good atmosphere.
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.
Walnut Ridge's longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life and we hope you’ll let us join you on your journey.With a variety...
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Overall it's great so far. Staff has been very good so far as well. There's always lots of food & good overall experience this far.
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.
Margaret's Meadows specializes in providing memory and long term care and is conveniently located in central Michigan, only a few miles from the picturesque Mt. Pleasant and Lake Isabella. Margaret's Meadows prides itself on its clean and safe environment -one where the residents will feel at...
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I highly recommend Robbinswood. We have had a number of relatives in Robbinswood and have had good experiences. They recently remodeled the room sizes and layout of the community are good, The food is good....
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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.
Located in Grand Haven, Michigan, the county seat of Ottawa County, Robbinswood is nestled in a prime location. Known for its stunning coastline views our residents can sail, bike, boat and fish off the shores. Grand Haven State Park is also considered one of the best beaches in the USA. There is...
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The activities are fine for our loved one he has enjoyed several of the things they offer. The staff members do a really good job encouraging our loved to stay involved, and at this point we do think the...
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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We have had a great experience. Our experience would have been even better if we had an overview of the facility routines and processes during move in. For example, specific laundry, housekeeping and meal...
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 StoryPoint Forest Hills (formerly Provision Living at Forest Hills)! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include active adult, assisted living and memory...
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The staff and administrators are very helpful to me and my family as we navigate my mother's dementia and physical decline. From what I see in my time there, everyone at Cortland Northview treats 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.
The Cortland Northview, now a proud member of the Priority Life Care family, stands as a distinguished assisted living community nestled in the heart of Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Our community is specifically tailored for seniors who may need a little assistance to those who have with...
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The price was reasonable, and it was clean. The food is awful. The staff are friendly. Apartments are a nice size. They offer studio size and one bedroom in the assisted living section. I don't know much...
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.
Welcome home to Pilgrim ManorBuilding culture and community on one campusLocated in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Pilgrim Manor offers exceptional living and amenities in a well-established and trusted assisted living and healthcare community.Live life purposefully at Pilgrim ManorFor...
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We are so happy we chose Harbor Homes. This is a transition we never thought we would have to make and we can't imagine doing it any other place. The staff is amazing. They are the most caring group of...
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.
Harbor Homes is an elegant and spacious senior living community conveniently located in charming Norton Shores, MI. Serving the greater Muskegon, MI area and within easy reach of the remarkable beauty of Lakes Michigan and Muskegon, we provide a new and upscale approach to senior living. Here,...
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Communication! Patience with dad and his erratic dementia behaviors. Their willingness to help him and not just "give up." Its smaller. Home like. Not fancy. A good physical setting for dad. Most difficult...
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.
We provide a small, intimate and home-like setting where staff and residents interact like family. We're rethinking and redesigning how to care for residents. The goal for this community is to provide a tailored approach to comfort our valued community member's that pledges dedicated care where...
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Green Acres is a very big improvement from our last facility! They are doing a great job! So happy she is there! I don't worry about anything now that my mom is at Green Acres. They are responsive and see...
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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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Very helpful and friendly staff Very good about answering call buttons quickly Do a pretty good job keeping track of foods people do not/ Cannot eat
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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I love the kind and friendly staff. Great care and wonderful atmosphere. Its clean, beautiful and up to date. Highly recommend.
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.
Photo of White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care
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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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The Agape Home at Blueberry Fields was where my father spent last few weeks. The staff was very friendly and caring.You could contact them anytime you had a question or if your loved one had a question or...
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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 mission is to minister God's agape love to every resident. This agape love is an unconditional and giving love. Since its establishment in 1989, the Agape Home has been dedicated to serving the physical, social, and spiritual needs of older adults. You will experience excellence in loving...
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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.
Royal View Retirement Community is a beautiful and friendly environment located in Mecosta Michigan. Our apartments are designed to allow our senior citizens to feel comfortable and enjoy privacy as they desire. We pride ourselves in providing supportive assistance as needed, while still allowing...
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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.
Assisted Living Residence: In the assisted living residence, licensed nurses and resident assistants provide individualized assistance with monitoring medications, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living. A consistent staff is assigned to the assisted living residence...
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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.
Raybrook Campus offers the full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, nursing home care and memory care. The property is conveniently located in the SE portion of Grand Rapids, close to Calvin College and shopping. This location is an ideal solution for senior couples...
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My brother has been at this facility for 2 years. Since the home was purchased by New Haven I have been very pleased. The staff is always pleasant and helpful and it is clean! He enjoys the meals and his...
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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.
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 tell others that it is a good place for assisted living that a resident might need some oversight, but is independent. The community doesn't seem to match up to dietary restrictions when it comes to...
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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 mom was transferred to Laurels of Hudsonville from Metro Health Hospital over the weekend. The nursing staff has been amazing. They had everything she needed upon arrival. She was seen by the physician...
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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.
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I've had my mother there a couple of times. She's broken her pelvis, she broken her femur, and most recently she's had a pretty bad twisted knee that she couldn't put any weight on for two weeks. The therapy...
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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.
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My father-in-law was at this facility for only a short time before he passed away. The staff was so compassionate and nice during this difficult time. They were so attentive to him and to us We felt he was...
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Aetna, MI

The average cost of senior living in Aetna is $4,103 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newaygo, MI with an average of $3,313 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Aetna, MI, vs. nearby cities

Aetna, MI
$4,106/mo
$4,081/mo
$4,124/mo

Nursing homes costs in Aetna, MI, vs. state and national averages

Aetna, MI
$4,106/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

Nursing homes costs in Aetna, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,078/mo
Nursing Homes
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Nursing homes costs in Aetna, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,887/mo
Studio
$5,530/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,560/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,011/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,275/mo

Senior living costs in Aetna vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Aetna, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAetna, MIMichiganU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,106/mo$4,767/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$4,024/mo$4,352/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,078/mo$4,767/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,561/mo$3,859/mo$4,160/mo
Nursing Homes
Aetna, MI:$4,106/mo
Michigan:$4,767/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Aetna, MI:$4,024/mo
Michigan:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Aetna, MI:$4,078/mo
Michigan:$4,767/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Aetna, MI:$3,561/mo
Michigan:$3,859/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Aetna, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Aetna 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Aetna, MI

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Aetna 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 median 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
Aetna, MI$5,591/mo$5,663/mo-1.3%
Michigan$5,481/mo$5,361/mo+2.2%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Aetna, MI
2024 average cost:$5,591/mo
2023 average cost:$5,663/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
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2024 average cost:$5,481/mo
2023 average cost:$5,361/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Aetna

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Aetna

MediLodge at the Shore in Grand Haven, MI

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I have nothing but good things to say about the staff and conditions of the Sanctuary. The rehab and activities my wife is receiving is excellent! I also have referred other men in my situation to their administration. Gold star place!

The Oaks in Muskegon, MI

4.8
The memory care unit was amazing. I don't have much to draw from for the rest of the facility. I can tell you some of the residents living there seemed friendly and happy enough. If I were in the market for a facility to age in place and wanted to stay within the city they would be first on my ...
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White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

Aetna nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aetna nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aetna, 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 Aetna nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Aetna 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
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Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.6%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.6%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.2%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Aetna nursing homes

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 Aetna Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Aetna, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.3%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aetna nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Aetna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Aetna, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.4%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Aetna nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Aetna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Aetna, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Aetna nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Aetna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Aetna, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
28.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.4%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.9%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.7%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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