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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bear Lake, MI

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If your loved one needs memory care in Bear Lake, A Place for Mom can help. With 13 memory care facilities in Bear Lake, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Bear Lake incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Bear Lake memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Bear Lake, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Gaylord, Bellaire and Fife Lake.
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Photo of August Haus
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We are grateful to the many aids, nurses, cooks, residents who are making our mother's stay pleasant and well cared. They take time to joke with her and have a conversation about her interests. High...
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 would recommend to others. However, staffing is an issue but this seems to be true with this type of facility. Staff are friendly and caring. When we visited Mom felt comfortable. Liked that they had one...
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.
There are some families who might be interested in reading about Aspen Ridge, which is a friendly retirement community located in Bend. Many people throughout Oregon may be wondering where their parents should go during their golden years. The staff at Aspen Ridge will be ready to help take on...
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My Uncle likes this facility and he loves the staff members as well. They are very attentive and he only has good things to say about them. For activities, they offer things like crafts, movie nights, and...
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.
The Brook of Roscommon is an affordable assisted living community nestled in the tranquil village of Roscommon, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in Higgins Township in northern Michigan with both medical facilities and quaint village shops nearby. Our comfortable home environment only two...
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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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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...
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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.
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 memory care in Bear Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bear Lake is $3,878 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,383 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bear Lake, MI vs. nearby cities

Bear Lake, MI
$3,878/mo
$2,991/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bear Lake, MI vs. the state and national average

Bear Lake, MI
$3,878/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bear Lake vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,878/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Bear Lake, MI by room type

Studio
$5,350/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,683/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Bear Lake over time

Bear Lake, MIMI stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Bear Lake

Recent reviews for memory care in Bear Lake

August Haus in Gaylord, MI

5.0
From the first phone call, to the move-in, through the past three months of my sister living at August Haus, the entire staff has been extremely helpful and supportive and thorough and inclusive. Could not have picked a better place for my sister! Thank you so much to everyone involved in the ...
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The Brook of Roscommon

5.0
The Brook of Roscommon is a nice community that my mom is settling in quite nicely. We really feel that she is in good caring hands here. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. I have dined here with my mom and the food is very good, they offer a wide variety of healthy choices and meals are well ...
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Aspen Ridge Retirement Village in Gaylord, MI

4.5
I was a POA for a friend of mine, a lady in her mid to late '80s. She suffered from severe dementia and arthritis. The folks at Aspen Ridge were just great! Two years after she was placed there I had to go to Florida, Part-time and back to Gaylord in the summer to care for my own mother. I ...
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Bear Lake memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bear Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
66.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bear Lake memory care

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 Bear Lake Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bear Lake memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bear Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bear Lake memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bear Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bear Lake, MINational
Room service
Room service
30%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear Lake memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bear Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bear Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

August Haus, Aspen Ridge Retirement Village and South Torch Assisted Living, LLC are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bear Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 13 memory care facilities near Bear Lake, Michigan. See the full list.

The 13 memory care facilities near you in Bear Lake, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bear Lake, Michigan, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bear Lake, Michigan, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Bear Lake, Michigan ranges from $1175 to $7400. The average Memory Care cost in Bear Lake, Michigan is $3,878. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Bear Lake, Michigan typically starts at $1175. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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