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Everything seems to be going well so far at The Brook of Gladwin, I'd give them high marks across the board. It's a nice looking, clean place, and the staff are friendly and professional. They're taking...
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.
The Brook of Gladwin is a state-of-the-art and affordable assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Gladwin, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in central Michigan and offers the benefits of big-town living with medical amenities and shopping nearby. Our comfortable home...
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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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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, 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.
For families that live in the West Michigan area and need a superior care situation for aging parents, the assisted living Horizon Senior Living III is one to investigate. This facility features home-like settings for your elderly beloved to enjoy. It can seem to them just like they are living...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
Here at Horizon Senior Living II, we try to make the living experience as much like home as possible. From our caring staff of nurses and assistants to the decorations on the walls, as soon as you walk through the doors, you will get a sense of warmth. We are an elderly care facility that...
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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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My Mom and Dad stayed at Traverse Manor for almost 10 years, with my Dad passing first about 7 years ago. Many times they shared “this is the best place for us to be” through a series of family...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Traverse ManorFind a relaxing, welcoming place to call home at Traverse Manor, located in Traverse City, Michigan, a modern, well-cared for assisted living community. We’re located just minutes from the big city but far enough away that you’ll enjoy a beautiful, nature filled environment on our...
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Brigadoon only offers assisted living. They had a lot of nice people working there, a few that weren't but most were nice. The cost of Brigadoon is high for the area, we were paying close to $8000 a month....
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We are so incredibly grateful for the care that our parents receive through the loving staff of the Highlander building. Just last night I walked in to say goodnight to my mom right as [name removed] was...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Imagine retirement living on the beautiful shores of Boardman Lake near the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Wake every morning to the peaceful sounds of water and woodlands. Watch the swans drifting slowly across the lake. Hear song birds in the trees. Take a stroll on the Boardman Lake Trail...
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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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Peace of mind is what our family has received since both of our parents became residents @ Bay Ridge. The staff has been wonderful. Both parents are in a safe, clean compassionate place. I can't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living*Must be 55 years of age or older*Affordable rental available*Basic monthly rental package*Includes transportation*Cable tv, social programs*24 hour emergency responseAssisted Living*Age requirement is 60 years old*24 hour / 7 days a week*Caring competent staff around the...
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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
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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.
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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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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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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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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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 Star City, MI

The average cost of senior living in Star City is $3,282 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,310 per month.

Memory care costs in Star City, MI, vs. nearby cities

Star City, MI
$3,282/mo
$3,201/mo
$3,395/mo

Memory care costs in Star City, MI, vs. state and national averages

Star City, MI
$3,282/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Star City, MI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,282/mo

Memory care costs in Star City, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,583/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,163/mo

Senior living costs in Star City vs. state and 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 destination: Star City, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStar City, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$3,282/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,254/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,290/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Star City, MI:$3,282/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Star City, MI:$3,254/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Star City, MI:$3,290/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Star City, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Star City and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Star City, MI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Star City have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Star City, MI$5,658/mo$3,696/mo+53.1%
Michigan$5,303/mo$5,204/mo+1.9%
National$5,509/mo$5,514/mo-0.1%
Star City, MI
2024 average cost:$5,658/mo
2023 average cost:$3,696/mo
Percent change:+53.1%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,303/mo
2023 average cost:$5,204/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,509/mo
2023 average cost:$5,514/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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What families are saying about memory care in Star City

Recent reviews for memory care in Star City

The Brook Retirement of Gaylord

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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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Aspen Ridge Retirement Village in Gaylord, MI

4.6
I have a lot of respect for the staff at Aspen Ridge! I can't say enough on how pleased i'm with [names removed] and the entire staff. I'm also pleased that the staff keeps a close eye on the residents and informs me of any concerns.

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.

Star City review score based on 47 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 48 Star City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Star City 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

Star City review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Star City, MI48 facilities
6.5
Lake City, MI61 facilities
7.1
McBain, MI65 facilities

Review subcategories for Star City 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 47 reviews of 48 Star City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Star City 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.
Star City, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Star City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Star City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Star City, 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 Star City 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 Star City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
29.2%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.2%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Star City 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 Star City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Star City, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.2%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.8%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.4%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Star City 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 Star City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Star City, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Star City 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 Star City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Star City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
2.1%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
14.6%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.1%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Star City 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 Star City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Star City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
4.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.2%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.2%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Star City

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 Star City protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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