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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alto, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Alto, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Alto or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Alto.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Alto for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 8 assisted living facilities in the Alto area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Grandville, Ken-O-Sha Park and Seeds Of Promisie.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Grand Rapids, Hastings and Ionia.
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9.9
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61 reviews
Life in the memory care unit Woodlawn Meadows in such a blessing. My brother is here, lets marvelous food, is engaged in all kinds of creative activities and enjoys his artwork on the wall of his room. When...
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.
Woodlawn Meadows, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Hastings, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...
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37 reviews
Overall, she likes being there and has made many good friends. The food was extremely good in the beginning and then went not good, and she complained. It is starting to get better, again.
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.
Welcome to Cascade Trails, a Leisure Living Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living,...
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53 reviews
My wife passed away almost 2 years ago, so changes might have been made in that period. When my wife was there, it seemed to me that there was a need for more on floor aids or staff. The aids that were...
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.
Sunrise of Cascade is a single level, Arts and Crafts style building offering assisted living and secured memory care. We are conveniently located just East of I-96 and the 28th Street exit on Charlevoix Drive in Grand Rapids, MI. Charlevoix Drive is a quiet street but close to shopping,...
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29 reviews
I've told people I was glad we picked this one, we'd pick this facility again. We picked this community because it is small with wide hallways.
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.
Emerald Meadows is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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I have been nothing but impressed with Green Acres. My loved one has lived here in the memory unit for over a year and in every aspect the staff is attentive and kind. The facility has always helped us...
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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I visited a friend who had to stay for a 4 day visit due to a health problem. I was very impressed by the spacious room, the very friendly staff, the cleanliness of the halls and the rooms and friendliness...
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.
Fountain View of Lowell is located just east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Here you will find beautifully landscaped grounds located in a quite country setting. Our facility features assisted living and specialized memory care buildings. We offer a full continuum of care. With 24 hour trained...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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 assisted living in Alto, MI
The average cost of senior living in Alto is $4,099 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermontville, MI with an average of $3,754 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alto, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alto, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Alto, MI by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alto, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Alto
Recent reviews for assisted living in Alto
Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids
4.0
It's a fantastic community!My mom said "I could live here". Then wanted to move in the next day. I would recommend to others. It's very clean, friendly and compassionate.
Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris in Grand Rapids, MI
3.3
Stay as far away from it as you can. I picked it because I wasn't able to come and check it out myself and I was not told the truth about it it was nothing like I was told. It does not have the elders care, as number one
Green Acres of Lowell
5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews from Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care and Care Cardinal Cascade express the friendliness and caring nature of the staff at their communities. Residents and families feel welcomed and supported.
Engaging activities for residents. Reviews for Cascade Trails Senior Living praise the variety of activities offered at the community, including arts and crafts, fitness classes, and group outings, providing opportunities for residents to stay active and engaged.
Comfortable living spaces. Many reviews for Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care mention the ease of adjusting to their new living spaces and the cleanliness of the facilities, as well as the availability of personal items and pets.
Effective communication between staff and families. Families at Sunrise of Cascade and Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care appreciate clear and consistent communication from community staff, keeping them updated on their loved ones' needs and welfare.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Numerous reviews, such as those from Cascade Trails Senior Living and Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, praise the quality of the meals and food options provided, accommodating to residents' dietary restrictions.
Thoughtful accommodations for residents. Reviews from Cascade Trails Senior Living and Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care mention the accommodating nature of the communities, including assistance with moving in and personal needs, ensuring residents feel taken care of.
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Alto review score based on 36 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 8 Alto assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alto review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Alto review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Alto assisted living
When assisted living 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 36 reviews of 8 Alto assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alto resident and family assisted living 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.Alto, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Alto assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alto assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alto, 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 Alto assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alto, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Alto assisted living
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 Alto Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alto, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alto assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alto, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Alto assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alto, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alto assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alto, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alto
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alto protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and Cascade Trails Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alto, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near Alto, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Alto, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and Cascade Trails Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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