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9 Best Nursing Homes in Akron, MI

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Akron 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 9 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Akron, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Akron is about $4,566, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 107 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Akron, MI

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It's as close to home that you can get. I am very satisfied being here, even though it's not home. I like that I can still drive and come and go as I want 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.
At Heritage Hill, a Leisure Living Community in Caro, Michigan, residents can enjoy a relaxing afternoon under the pergola on a sunny day or stay warm next to the fireplace during the winter. Our community provides each resident with open, comfortable spaces that encourage everyone to fully enjoy...
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The staff here are all wonderful. They truly care about the residents. The meals are very satisfying. I would recommend this facility to anyone that is looking for a family oriented place to bring their...
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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Staff and administration work well together and when needed administration is out on the floor answering call lights, passing food trays, etc. I have found everyone supportive and caring. They also made...
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.
Bay View Gardens is a luxury retirement community designed with your retirement needs in mind.Just like family, we provide the assistance you may need to maintain a full and rich lifestyle while remaining as independent as possible. In addition to our Independent Living Facility, we offer an...
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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
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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.
Are you looking for a place to bring your loved one and leave with a mind free from worry? Well look no further. Rendon’s Young At Heart A.F.C. is dedicated to providing an environment where your loved one is catered to with dignity and respect. It is our desire to offer top quality care and...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Akron, MI

The average cost of senior living in Akron is $4,566 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gagetown, MI with an average of $4,060 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Akron, MI vs. nearby cities

Akron, MI
$4,566/mo
$4,408/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Akron, MI vs. the state and national average

Akron, MI
$4,566/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Akron vs. other types of senior living

$4,566/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,566/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Akron, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,010/mo
Studio
$4,603/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,712/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,510/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Akron over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Akron

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Akron

Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth

5.0
I have just placed my Wife into Covenant Glen in Frankenmuth. The process was quite smooth, but also I needed to be patient, a hard thing for me to do..But the administration & staff at this place is top notch. The Exec. Director & I had spoke on the phone several times, and I also worked with ...
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Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home in Bay City, MI

5.0
The staff is great and caring at Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home. My mom loves the food. She said it is very tasty and they are accommodating to her special requests. She is lactose intolerant. [Name removed], the manager, is always available and great to work with. My mother has never complained ...
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Akron nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, 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 Akron 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 Akron that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Akron, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Akron 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 Akron Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Akron, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Akron 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 Akron partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Akron, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron 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 Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Akron, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Akron 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 Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Akron, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
0.4%
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