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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Oak Wood Shores, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Oak Wood Shores, 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 Oak Wood Shores or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Oak Wood Shores.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Oak Wood Shores for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 41 assisted living facilities in the Oak Wood Shores 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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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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 have placed my severly mentally, blind, disabled cousin with Heavenly Homestead. He has been there for almost 5 years and I could not be happier with the care that he receives. I live about an hour and a...
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.
Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care - SouthThe Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care – South is an assisted living community located in historic Gladwin, MI. This area is situated along the banks of the Cedar River. The beautiful landscape that is offered in Gladwin, MI is one of its major draws....
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
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
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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.
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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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 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
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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.
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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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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Everything seems to be going well so far at The Brook of Gladwin, I'd give them high marks across the board. It's a nice looking, clean place, and the staff are friendly and professional. They're taking...
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.
The Brook of Gladwin is a state-of-the-art and affordable assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Gladwin, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in central Michigan and offers the benefits of big-town living with medical amenities and shopping nearby. Our comfortable home...
Cost of assisted living in Oak Wood Shores, MI
The average cost of senior living in Oak Wood Shores is $3,749 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Branch, MI with an average of $2,685 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oak Wood Shores, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oak Wood Shores, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Oak Wood Shores, MI by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oak Wood Shores, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Oak Wood Shores
Recent reviews for assisted living in Oak Wood Shores
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!
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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Caring and friendly staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, creating a welcoming and homelike atmosphere. At Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care, the friendly demeanor of the staff makes residents and their families feel at ease. At Heritage Hill Assisted Li ...
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Variety of enjoyable activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests, ensuring that everyone has opportunities to engage and stay active. Residents at Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care enjoy music sessions, while those at Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care appreciate the opportu ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Nutritious and delicious meals are a priority for many communities, as seen in reviews at Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care, where the food is praised for its taste and the staff's abilit ...
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Thoughtful and considerate care. Residents receive individualized care and attention at various communities, with staff members going above and beyond to make living arrangements as comfortable as possible. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, families appreciate that the staff understands each resident's unique needs ...
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Homelike and well-kept facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and coziness of community facilities, as seen at Brookdale Bay City, Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Bay City Comfort Care, where the overall atmosphere is described as warm and welcoming. Residents feel proud to call these comm ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is crucial for ensuring that care needs are met and addressing any concerns. Residents and their loved ones at Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Bay City, and Charter Senior Living of Bay City all mention the i ...
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Oak Wood Shores review score based on 108 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 108 reviews of 41 Oak Wood Shores assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Oak Wood Shores 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
Oak Wood Shores review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Oak Wood Shores 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 108 reviews of 41 Oak Wood Shores assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oak Wood Shores 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.Oak Wood Shores, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.7
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Oak Wood Shores assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Wood Shores assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Wood Shores, 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 Oak Wood Shores 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 Oak Wood Shores that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
36.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.8%
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
39%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Wood Shores 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 Oak Wood Shores Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Wood Shores 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 Oak Wood Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Wood Shores 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 Oak Wood Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Wood Shores, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
14.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Wood Shores 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 Oak Wood Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
17.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
19.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
7.3%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oak Wood Shores
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 Oak Wood Shores protect seniors.
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Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oak Wood Shores, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 41 assisted living facilities near Oak Wood Shores, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Oak Wood Shores, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, 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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