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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ellsworth, MI
If your loved one needs memory care in Ellsworth, A Place for Mom can help. With 40 memory care facilities in Ellsworth, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Ellsworth incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Ellsworth memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Ellsworth, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
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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
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.
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...
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
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of memory care in Ellsworth, MI
The average cost of senior living in Ellsworth is $3,654 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kalkaska, MI with an average of $3,243 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ellsworth, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ellsworth, MI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Ellsworth
Recent reviews for memory care in Ellsworth
The Brook Retirement of Gaylord
5.0
My mother-in-law is doing so well here and the changes we are seeing in her are wonderful. She is so much more social and active. There are a lot of amenities for the residents to take part in and she likes her apt which has a nice patio attached to it plus she enjoys going to the dining room, ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI
5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.
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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Ellsworth memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellsworth memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellsworth, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.8%
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
34.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellsworth, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellsworth, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellsworth, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.9%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellsworth, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
17.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
13.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.6%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
August Haus, Northport Highlands and Pineview Cottage are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ellsworth, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 40 memory care facilities near Ellsworth, Michigan. See the full list.
The 40 memory care facilities near you in Ellsworth, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth, Michigan ranges from $1175 to $7400. The average Memory Care cost in Ellsworth, Michigan is $3,654. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ellsworth, 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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