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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.
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Finding the best place to call home for yourself or a loved one can be a stressful overwhelming decision. At Morgan's Assisted Living we are open to accommodating personal need and wants on an individual level. We offer comfort and care from a family perspective. Morgan's Assisted Living is...
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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My mother lived at Frankfort Pines and the care she received was above and beyond what we expected. We expected her needs to be met, but it was so much more. The workers there treated her like she was...
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.
FRANKFORT PINES ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS Frankfort Pines is an Assisted Living Facility that provides spacious apartments and suites designed for single residents and couples. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. One monthly fee provides assistance with daily living tasks, all meals...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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...
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Old Mission, MI

The average cost of senior living in Old Mission is $3,618 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kalkaska, MI with an average of $3,338 per month.

Assisted living costs in Old Mission, MI, vs. nearby cities

Old Mission, MI
$3,618/mo

Assisted living costs in Old Mission, MI, vs. state and national averages

Old Mission, MI
$3,618/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Old Mission, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,618/mo
$3,750/mo

Assisted living costs in Old Mission, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,906/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,456/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,100/mo

Senior living costs in Old Mission vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Old Mission, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOld Mission, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,618/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,750/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,759/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Old Mission, MI:$3,618/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Old Mission, MI:$3,750/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Old Mission, MI:$3,759/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Old Mission, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Old Mission and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Old Mission, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Old Mission have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Old Mission, MI$5,976/mo$5,424/mo+10.2%
Michigan$5,168/mo$4,790/mo+7.9%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/mo+7.0%
Old Mission, MI
2024 average cost:$5,976/mo
2023 average cost:$5,424/mo
Percent change:+10.2%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,168/mo
2023 average cost:$4,790/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Old Mission, 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 Old Mission.

What families are saying about assisted living in Old Mission

Recent reviews for assisted living in Old Mission

The Brook Retirement of Gaylord

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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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Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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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.

Old Mission review score based on 36 family reviews

6.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 39 Old Mission assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Old Mission 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

Old Mission review score compared against nearby cities

6.6
Old Mission, MI39 facilities
3.7
Elk Rapids, MI30 facilities
5.1
Suttons Bay, MI25 facilities

Review subcategories for Old Mission 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 36 reviews of 39 Old Mission assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Old Mission 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.
Old Mission, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Old Mission assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Old Mission assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Old Mission, 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 Old Mission 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 Old Mission that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Old Mission, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Old Mission 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 Old Mission Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Old Mission, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Old Mission 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 Old Mission partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Old Mission, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Old Mission 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 Old Mission communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Old Mission, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
5.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.6%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Old Mission 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 Old Mission offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Old Mission, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
17.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
10.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Old Mission

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Old Mission protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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