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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in National City, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in National City, 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 National City or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in National City.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in National City for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 54 assisted living facilities in the National City 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 East Tawas, Oscoda and Sand Lake.
You may also consider nearby communities such as East Tawas, Oscoda and Sand Lake.
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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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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.
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.
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 National City, MI
The average cost of senior living in National City is $3,877 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Branch, MI with an average of $2,685 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in National City, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in National City, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in National City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in National City, MI by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in National City over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in National City, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in National City
Recent reviews for assisted living in National City
Cassaday's AFC Home in Gladwin, MI
5.0
We've been incredibly pleased with how everything has gone with Cassaday's Adult Family Care. The place is immaculate, the family that runs it is very friendly, and the care is good. They really bent over backwards to help my Mom make the space her own and help her get settled in. They let us ...
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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.
Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas
5.0
My mother is in the Independent Living section of Harbors. Her room is very comfortably laid out and has a private bathroom. There are numerous activities offered to the residents. And the residents appear to be happy. There is nice outdoor space for the residents to enjoy in warmer weather. The ...
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National City review score based on 139 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 139 reviews of 54 National City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The National City 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
National City review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for National City 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 139 reviews of 54 National City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare National City 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.National City, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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National City assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in National City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in National 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 National City 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 National City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
National City, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
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
20.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in National City 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 National City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
National City, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in National City 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 National City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
National City, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in National City 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 National City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
National City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in National City 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 National City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
National City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in National City
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 National City protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care and Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near National City, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 54 assisted living facilities near National City, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in National City, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Candlestone 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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