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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bay County, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Bay County, 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 Bay County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Bay County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Bay County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 12 assisted living facilities in the Bay County 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 Saginaw, Midland and Standish.
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9.9
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43 reviews
Candlestone is a smaller facility that was perfect for my very private parents. Everyone we came in contact with was very supportive, friendly and caring. We would highly recommend Candlestone.
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.
Welcome to Candlestone, a Leisure Living Community in Midland, Michigan, where our residents share in life’s journey together. Our purpose is to provide high-quality assisted living and memory care that promotes the value and dignity of every person. At Candlestone, residents and family members...
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9.8
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71 reviews
Almost everyone on the staff was very friendly. The most excellent staffer is no longer there. The meals are a 10 - they helped make Dad something he could eat. After Dad passed, we had to call for way too...
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.
Welcome to Bayfield, a Leisure Living Community in Bay City, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...
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325 reviews
I am very happy living here at the Village. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They try to follow up on special requests to meet the resident's needs. Residents are also friendly. The atmosphere is very...
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 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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4 reviews
Big facility with lots to do from the look of it. Happy to see that the activities director is active on a daily basis with all the residents and the food smelled great during my visit. Housekeepers and...
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.
Bay City Comfort Care is a state-of-the-art facility located on Shrestha Drive sprawling over 38,000 square feet of immaculately designed space. Designed to feel like a luxury resort, with a floor plan that encourages community interactions, you’ll fit right in. Our state-of-the-art facility is...
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8 reviews
The staff is great and caring at Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home. My mom loves the food. She said it is very tasty and they are accommodating to her special requests. She is lactose intolerant. [Name...
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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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
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.
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
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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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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 am very happy with the care for my mom in this nice community. We are happy to see that she likes the staff who are always helpful and kind. The community is clean and maintained at all times. The menu is...
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.
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.
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 assisted living in Bay County, MI
The average cost of senior living in Bay County is $4,153 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sterling, MI with an average of $2,787 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bay County, MI vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bay County, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bay County, MI by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Bay County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bay County, MI
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Bay County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Bay County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Bay County
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
4.3
My dad said this community was home when he passed they cried with me. They treated him just like a member of the family.
I have recommended this community to many people already, And they have really liked it.
Shields Comfort Care in Saginaw, MI
5.0
The staff and management team at Shields Comfort Care welcomed my mother with open arms. They are attentive to her needs. I love that the staff have become like family. If anyone is looking for a forever home for their loved ones, I highly recommend Shields Comfort Care.
Bay County review score based on 43 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 12 Bay County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bay County 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
Bay County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Bay County 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 43 reviews of 12 Bay County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bay County 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.Bay County, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Bay County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bay County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bay County, 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 Bay County 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 Bay County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bay County, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
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
16.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
8.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bay County 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 Bay County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bay County, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
8.3%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bay County 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 Bay County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bay County, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bay County 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 Bay County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bay County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bay County 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 Bay County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bay County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
8.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bay County
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 Bay County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bay County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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