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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Central Lake, MI

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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Michigan is $6,169, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Central Lake area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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8.7
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8.7
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The overall experience was not great for my family, but that doesn't mean it wouldn't be great for others. My dad had cancer at that time. The facility is an hour away from the hospital. The facility did not...
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.
Northport Highlands is an assisted living community strategically located in the picturesque town of Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan. Our community is located on a gorgeous 16-acre campus overlooking the legendary Grand Transverse Bay. With a fine harbor and park, antique shops, full...
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I liked this community for the care that my friend received from this caring community. The staff was nice and very patient to his needs. They offered a good variety of healthy meals to the residents....
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.
Here at Eastport Village, we put our resident's health & happiness first. We believe it is essential to provide an active fulfilling safe environment. We want to care for your family like they are our own.It is our mission to help your loved one maintain a happy active life with...
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I was extremely nervous about moving my parent into the Boyne City facility from reading the reviews. My Mother has been there for three months now and absolutely loves it!!! They are under new management...
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 Boyne City is an assisted living community located in Boyne City, MI. Boyne City is situated on the southeast end of Lake Charlevoix's east arm, and is known for its cultural heritage, unique eats and exciting events and festivals. Home to the Boyne River, much of the city's culture...
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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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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.
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Cost of memory care in Central Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Michigan is $6,169 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Michigan vs. 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 state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeMichiganU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$6,169/mo$6,999/mo11.9% below national median
Assisted Living$5,387/mo$5,830/mo7.6% below national median
Independent Living$2,801/mo$3,520/mo20.4% below national median
Memory Care
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:11.9% below national median
Assisted Living
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:7.6% below national median
Independent Living
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:20.4% below national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Central Lake

Recent reviews for memory care in Central Lake

Northport Highlands

5.0
I really like this place a lot it's not too big and not too small just the right size for mom. There are only 14 people in the memory care section. Mom is participating in activities and she is able to go out with my brother who doesn't live too far on a drive or for a day trip. She is liking ...
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The Brook of Boyne City

5.0
So far everything at The Brook of Boyne City has been a 5! The staff here are very nice and friendly, and very respectful towards the people they are looking after. The facility is clean and well kept. They also seem to have a good variety of activities, although my loved one does not personally ...
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Central Lake review score based on 185 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 185 reviews of 9 Central Lake memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Central Lake review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Central Lake review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Central Lake memory care

When memory care 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 185 reviews of 9 Central Lake memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Central Lake resident and family memory care 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.
Central Lake, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.4
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
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Central Lake memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central Lake memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central 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 Central 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 Central Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.2%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.7%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.8%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.2%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.9%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.2%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.6%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.1%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51%
65%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Central 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 Central Lake Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.3%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central 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 Central Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.8%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
17.1%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Central 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 Central Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.7%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
15.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.4%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central 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 Central Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Central Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.9%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.4%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.8%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.2%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.4%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
20.1%
41%
Dances
Dances
6.5%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
39.9%
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State regulations for memory care in Central Lake

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Central Lake protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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