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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gilford, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Gilford, 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 Gilford or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Gilford.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Gilford for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 16 assisted living facilities in the Gilford area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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9.9
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97 reviews
It's as close to home that you can get. I am very satisfied being here, even though it's not home. I like that I can still drive and come and go as I want to.
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.
At Heritage Hill, a Leisure Living Community in Caro, Michigan, residents can enjoy a relaxing afternoon under the pergola on a sunny day or stay warm next to the fireplace during the winter. Our community provides each resident with open, comfortable spaces that encourage everyone to fully enjoy...
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Although my mother and mother-in-law have only been for a short period of time, did not take us long to realize what an amazing place Bayfield is. The staff is wonderful and strives to make both moms feel...
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.
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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9.4
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6 reviews
The staff here are all wonderful. They truly care about the residents. The meals are very satisfying. I would recommend this facility to anyone that is looking for a family oriented place to bring their...
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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8.9
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18 reviews
Never realized how expensive this would be. Was good we started this before I wanted. It's taken a long time for her adjust. Lots of depression and a difficulty with her dog. Thought for sure I was going...
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.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living community. You’ll be greeted by our professional staff who are ready to listen to you and learn all about your wants, needs – and stories! You’ll see residents smiling, laughing and participating in...
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9 reviews
[name removed] had been a blessing for my mother. The staff is very kind and caring. I feel she is in good hands! She is in such better condition than when she went in. I'm very happy with the staff! No...
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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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The staff is friendly. Communication with the family is good. The director is pretty busy, but does a good job. The food seems to be good. The facility is clean. Housekeeping is done, but I don't think it's...
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.
There truly is no place like home but at Covenant Glen, of Frankenmuth, we do everything possible to bring the comforts of home to our residents. Covenant Glen first opened in 2014 and is home to members of the Frankenmuth, Vassar, and surrounding areas. Our all-inclusive community provides...
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I would recommend to other families. They are very knowledgeable and experienced. We picked this community, because my brother recommended it.
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.
Less Worrying, More LivingWhen you walk through the doors of this kind and welcoming community, prepare to feel your worries melt away. With a dedicated care team and the loveliest residents you could ever hope to meet, you’ll quickly discover this assisted living and memory care community...
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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.
Are you looking for a place to bring your loved one and leave with a mind free from worry? Well look no further. Rendon’s Young At Heart A.F.C. is dedicated to providing an environment where your loved one is catered to with dignity and respect. It is our desire to offer top quality care and...
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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.
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: 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.
A Journey Of Dignity And GraceIt’s never easy to decide to transfer care of a family member to someone else, and it isn’t a responsibility we take lightly. At our memory care facility in Holly, Michigan, our kind and compassionate team develops deep and meaningful relationships with each and...
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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Cost of assisted living in Gilford, MI
The average cost of senior living in Gilford is $4,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millington, MI with an average of $3,948 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gilford, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gilford, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gilford, MI by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gilford, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gilford
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gilford
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.
Northwood Meadows in Cass City, MI
5.0
The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment is very nice! It's comforting to know that she is somewhere safe!
Gilford review score based on 48 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 48 reviews of 14 Gilford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gilford 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
Gilford review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gilford 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 48 reviews of 14 Gilford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gilford 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.Gilford, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.8
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Gilford assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilford, 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 Gilford 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 Gilford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gilford, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
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
50%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gilford 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 Gilford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gilford, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gilford 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 Gilford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilford, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilford 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 Gilford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilford, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilford 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 Gilford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilford, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gilford
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 Gilford protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Shields Comfort Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gilford, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 16 assisted living facilities near Gilford, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Gilford, Michigan are Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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