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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shields, MI

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

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

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My wife is in the memory care unit at Shields Comfort Care and I am beyond appreciative of the care she receives there. I never have to worry if she is ok. She loves the food and especially loves the...
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.
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I have residents here almost ten moths and have been very happy. Staff and residents are extremely friendly and helpful. I was impressed by how quickly all the staff learned my name! I'm amazed at all the...
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specialized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most important. Don’t wait to move in; call now...
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My mother's in better physical condition than when she arrived. The staff is very kind anf patien5 with her and have been extremely helpful getting us educated in this new exoerience. The facility is...
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.
Give New Meaning to Living WellYou can have it all: resort-style living, a lovely, spacious apartment, and Assisted Living care that values your individual needs. Our community in Saginaw, Michigan offers all the amenities of home and then some, including flower-lined walking paths, an on-site...
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I would tell others to check the community out. the staff are very friendly, and keep in contact with the family regularly. My loved one likes it here. I enjoy that my loved one is here, as well. This...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Bavarian was very welcoming when my family came to the community. Everyone made sure they say hi to use and checked to see if we needed anything. My grandmother loves to play bingo and the NASA astronaut...
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.
Bavarian Comfort Care is an assisted living community in peaceful Bridgeport, Saginaw County, Michigan. Bridgeport is a small unincorporated community located right outside of Saginaw. The area offers quick access to Interstate 75 and Highway 46. Bavarian Comfort Care is located at the corner...
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My husband mother after her fall a year ago was doing well until she fell again and was very confused. Found out she has progressive Dementia and was going to need more help than my husband & I could do. My...
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 have nothing but good things to say about Edgewood. Everyone, from the kitchen staff to the director treated my husband and me like family. They had meaningful activities. Someone was always available...
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.
Edgewood Assisted Living Center offers a variety of gracious living spaces and outstanding amenities. Customized services offers you or your loved one the care that matches their needs. You will find sun-filled rooms with gracious living spaces along with the level of care you need. Whether you...
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Staff is excellent! Lots of activities to participate in. Good food and a very friendly staff. Facility is decorated for holidays. Van transportation is available. Newly remodeled and very clean. Highly...
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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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, 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.
At Serenity Springs we aspire to deliver the best in quality, care and convenience. Our assisted living and memory care facility is a community that strives to offer residents a feeling of home, comfort and independence. We offer a wide range of amenities, which include, but are not limited to...
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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: 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.
Maintain a high quality of life.Memory loss might be a change, but it doesn’t have to change quality of life. Our community in Saginaw, Michigan provides person-centered Alzheimer’s and dementia care for seniors—which means we approach each person as an individual and create customized care plans...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Shields, MI

The average cost of senior living in Shields is $4,331 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sanford, MI with an average of $4,076 per month.

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

Shields, MI
$4,331/mo
$4,298/mo
$4,334/mo

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

Shields, MI
$4,331/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,331/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,250/mo
Studio
$4,396/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,652/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,750/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shields over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shields

Recent reviews for memory care in Shields

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.

Bickford of Midland

4.0
This is a pretty nice community, and so far my mother is doing well with her move to this community. I do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a good staff, and they are caring for her well. They have nice meals, and good activities available for the residents. The only thing that ...
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Shields memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shields memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shields, 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 Shields 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 Shields that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shields, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
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
69.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shields 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 Shields Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shields, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shields 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 Shields partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shields, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shields 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 Shields communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shields, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shields 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 Shields offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shields, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The best memory care facilities near you in Shields, Michigan are Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 13 memory care facilities near you in Shields, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shields, 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 Shields, 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 Shields, Michigan ranges from $1 to $7475. The average Memory Care cost in Shields, Michigan is $4,331. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shields, 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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