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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dexter, MI

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dexter, A Place for Mom can help. With 10 memory care facilities in Dexter, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Photo of StoryPoint SalineCommunity card badge
1717 Photos available
9.9
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409 reviews
9.9
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409 reviews
5 star
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6%
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The staff and care team were all wonderful. They took great care of my patients and treated them with dignity. I would recommend Story Point Saline with 100% confidence to anyone looking for a place for...
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.
At StoryPoint Saline, we love being a part of the greater Ann Arbor area. Our beautiful community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care options. We take pride in making each moment very special for each and every resident because we know that it is the small...
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Photo of Brookdale W. Eisenhower PkwyCommunity card badge
55 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.8
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29 reviews
9.8
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29 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
28%
3 star
3%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%
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[name removed] has always been a very focused person when it comes to whatever project he was would be working on. It is a joy to see him happy. He appears to have made a wonderful transition. We are very...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
More Than Memory CareOur community in Ann Arbor, Michigan specializes in enriching the lives of seniors through memory care. We value the safety and security of our community, but we also treasure them as the wise and wonderful people they are.We understand the importance of familiarity and...
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Photo of Brookdale Ann Arbor
88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
57 reviews
9.2
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57 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
28%
3 star
9%
2 star
4%
1 star
11%
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My loved one was previously a resident at Brookdale Ann Arbor and the experience was good. Overall, it was a very fine facility with exceptional people.
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.
A little more care. A lot more luxury.There are a lot of reasons to choose our vibrant, first-class community for you or your loved one’s next place to call home sweet home. Visit and you’ll find one of the most luxurious senior living settings in Michigan. But you’ll also find a vibrant group of...
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Photo of Atria Park of Ann Arbor
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
58 reviews
9.0
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58 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
28%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
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It is a good facility. We picked this community because it was a clean pleasant property. A friend who had a relative there recommended them. And A Place for Mom referred us. They had immediate...
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.
Atria Park of Ann Arbor provides older adults with an active lifestyle filled with daily opportunities for fitness, fun, personal growth and connecting with others. This welcoming, thoughtfully designed community offers charming wraparound porches and beautifully landscaped grounds with walking...
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Photo of Balfour Ann Arbor
2121 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
Review score
14 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
2 star
14%
1 star
21%
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It is exceptional! Not a "value" place but exceptional care for the price! I like that my mom is content, more self sufficient in many ways, mentally more than anything. She feels respected and knows her...
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.
The first Balfour community outside of Colorado, located in Ann Arbor down the street from the campus.
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Photo of University Senior Living
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.8
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34 reviews
7.8
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34 reviews
5 star
26%
4 star
36%
3 star
26%
2 star
6%
1 star
6%
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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.
University Living University Living is an assisted living community located in a beautiful area of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan. With gorgeous walking paths and an even more beautiful courtyard, it is a wonderful place to live. There are benches outside for when those wish to have nice...
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Photo of Hillside Terrace Retirement
77 Photos available
1.5
Review score
8 reviews
1.5
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
0%
3 star
13%
2 star
13%
1 star
25%
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Hillside Terrace is by far the best independent living, assisted living, and memory care in all of Washtenaw County. The staff is kind, building is spotless, and the leadership gets it. If you have not taken...
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.
As a family owned and operated retirement home in Ann Arbor, Hillside Terrace focuses holistically on improving and maintaining the well-being of our residents through promoting independence, engaging residents in a stimulating environment, and building a trusting rapport. All medical care...
Photo of Chelsea Retirement Community
77 Photos available
1.0
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2 reviews
1.0
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2 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
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3 star
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My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way...
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.
Chelsea Retirement Community, the flagship community of United Methodist Retirement Communities (UMRC), has been recognized as one of the finest senior living communities in Chelsea and southeastern Michigan since its faithful founding in 1906. You’ll feel the benefits of that legacy the moment...
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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Dexter, MI

The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $5,043 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooklyn, MI with an average of $3,990 per month.

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

Dexter, MI
$5,043/mo
$4,834/mo

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

Dexter, MI
$5,043/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,043/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,687/mo
Studio
$7,425/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,030/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,648/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dexter over time

Dexter, MIMI stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Dexter

Recent reviews for memory care in Dexter

Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Balfour Ann Arbor

5.0
... we are so happy dad is living at Balfour! Balfour Ann Arbor is truly unlike any other senior living community in the Ann Arbor area! From the initial phone call asking for information to my dad comfortably living in assisted living, the staff, residents, and overall experience has been ...
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Cambrian Assisted Living and Memory Care South Lyon

5.0
Finding Cambrian, for my mother was a gift! Love that it is an independently owned, assisted, living, and memory care residence that puts the welfare of their residents as their top priority. The entire staff of administrators, nurses, caregivers, housekeeping, and enrichment coordinators are ...
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Dexter review score based on 49 family reviews

6.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 9 Dexter memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dexter 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

Dexter review score compared against nearby cities

6.7
Dexter, MI9 facilities
7.9
Barton Hills, MI17 facilities
6.3
Chelsea, MI8 facilities

Review subcategories for Dexter 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 49 reviews of 9 Dexter memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dexter 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.
Dexter, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dexter memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, 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 Dexter 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 Dexter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dexter, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
77.8%
48.8%
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
77.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dexter 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 Dexter Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dexter, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
77.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
44.4%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dexter 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 Dexter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dexter, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
77.8%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
77.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Dexter 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 Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dexter, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
77.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter 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 Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dexter, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
77.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Saline, Independence Village of Brighton and Brookdale W. Eisenhower Pkwy are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dexter, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 10 memory care facilities near Dexter, Michigan. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dexter, Michigan are StoryPoint Saline, Brookdale W. Eisenhower Pkwy and Ashford Court. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Dexter, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dexter, 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 Dexter, 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 Dexter, Michigan ranges from $1 to $13495. The average Memory Care cost in Dexter, Michigan is $5,043. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dexter, Michigan typically starts at $1. 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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