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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
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.
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...
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.
A Lodge for Men, this six bed memory care home nestled among the scenic hardwoods of Traverse City has a decor that is fully masculine, mimicking the warm and rustic feel of a fishing cabin. The spacious bedrooms with attached full bathrooms are enhanced with a wildlife theme. The lodge features...
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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.
In Traverse City, Michigan, you will find Cherry Hill Haven, an alternative nursing care facility that values compassion, integrity, and independence. Our care for clients with memory ailments has earned us several awards and it is an honor we do not take lightly. The Alzheimer's Foundation of...
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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.
Pretty in Pink, decorated with a bird theme and a feminine decor, Cherry Hill Haven II is a 10 bed home exclusively for women with cognitive impairments. The activities that most delight the ladies are word games and David on keyboard for sing-a-longs. The staff build trusting relationships with...
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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.
Cherry Hill Haven is located in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. Our assisted living facility specializes in caring for individuals with AlzheimerÆs disease, dementia and memory loss. We pride ourselves on providing excellent care while showing compassion and respect. Our staff of train...
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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.
Nestled with Care, this six bed memory care home is a bird lovers paradise. It features a theme of feathered friends, including bird feeders outside of every bedroom to attract birds of all species. The enclosed deck allows residents to encounter nature up close and gives the opportunity to enjoy...
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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
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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 was very impressed with The Brook of Grayling. They are very nice people to work with and it is a very nice facility. Our experience was very limited as my mother ended up passing away shortly after...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
The Brook of Grayling is a great assisted living facility located in Grayling, Michigan. Our facility is located in a residential neighborhood, and within close proximity to Mercy hospital. Our facility is located near the beautiful AuSable river, which allows for residents to enjoy short walks...
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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My grandfather lived there for several months before he passed away. I truly hadn't seen him so happy in years. He loved teasing the girls who work there. I can never thank [name removed] and [name removed]...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Ironton, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ironton is $3,557 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mackinaw City, MI with an average of $2,813 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ironton, MI vs. nearby cities

Ironton, MI
$3,557/mo
$3,582/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ironton, MI vs. the state and national average

Ironton, MI
$3,557/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ironton vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,557/mo
$3,547/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ironton, MI by room type

Studio
$5,142/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,638/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,100/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ironton over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ironton, 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 Ironton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ironton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ironton

Castle Rock Retirement Center in Saint Ignace, MI

5.0
My brother [name removed] is currently residing ion this community and I am very thankful and impressed with the care he is receiving here. The staff is very supportive and compassionate, the facility is very clean and well maintained and the meals are excellent. There is a great need for this ...
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The Brook Retirement of Gaylord

5.0
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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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.

Ironton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ironton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ironton, 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 Ironton 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 Ironton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ironton, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ironton 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 Ironton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ironton, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
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
27.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ironton 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 Ironton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ironton, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Ironton 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 Ironton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ironton, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
5.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ironton 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 Ironton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ironton, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
13.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ironton

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 Ironton protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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