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I visited a friend who had to stay for a 4 day visit due to a health problem. I was very impressed by the spacious room, the very friendly staff, the cleanliness of the halls and the rooms and friendliness...
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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.
Fountain View of Lowell is located just east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Here you will find beautifully landscaped grounds located in a quite country setting. Our facility features assisted living and specialized memory care buildings. We offer a full continuum of care. With 24 hour trained...
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I have been nothing but impressed with Green Acres. My loved one has lived here in the memory unit for over a year and in every aspect the staff is attentive and kind. The facility has always helped us...
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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.
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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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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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.
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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.
Ramsdell AFC HomeLocated in the heart of Rockford, Michigan, Ramsdell AFC Home is an assisted living community that’s the ideal place to call home. Our location is minutes from the center of town, set in a residential neighborhood and on a wooded lot. This provides our residents with the ease of...
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This assisted living facility is top notch. Truly a "home" with a lot of amenities.
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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.
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I would highly recommend them. The room sizes were adequate for two people, good sizes. The food is cooked with fresh ingredients from scratch. They have outdoor space for the residents to use. Overall it...
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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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Green Acres, located in Greenville, Michigan seems to have it all when it comes to assisted living for the elderly. We focus on personalized living spaces within a community atmosphere, and have worked hard to maintain elderly independent living as much as possible with private, personalized...
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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
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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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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We are a state licensed, large group, Adult Foster Care home. Licensed for 15 residents. We have 24 hr staff. We have a computer system which is directly linked to our pharmacy, to assist with passing medications. We cook and serve 3 meals and a bedtime snack every day. We can assist with...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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We were very, very fortunate in finding Sue's Loving Care as a special place for my mom. Superb staff. Excellent communication with the family. Truly a "home away from home." The little things, every...
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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.
Our home away from home cares for six adults specializing in Alzheimer's, dementia, and challenging behaviors. We're staffed 24/7 with qualified, loving caregivers that give your loved one the care and support that you yourself would give. It's just like home because it is home.By placing your...

Cost of assisted living in Ottawa County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ottawa County is $3,977 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Muskegon Heights, MI with an average of $3,431 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ottawa County, MI, vs. nearby counties

Ottawa County, MI
$3,977/mo

Assisted living costs in Ottawa County, MI, vs. state and national averages

Ottawa County, MI
$3,977/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Ottawa County, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,977/mo
$4,074/mo

Assisted living costs in Ottawa County, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,917/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$5,076/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,164/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,324/mo

Senior living costs in Ottawa County 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: Ottawa County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOttawa County, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,977/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,074/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,535/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ottawa County, MI:$3,977/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Ottawa County, MI:$4,074/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ottawa County, MI:$3,535/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ottawa County, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ottawa County 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.

Ottawa County, MIMI stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Ottawa County, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ottawa County 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ottawa County, MI$5,163/mo$5,486/mo-5.9%
Michigan$5,297/mo$5,168/mo+2.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Ottawa County, MI
2024 average cost:$5,163/mo
2023 average cost:$5,486/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,297/mo
2023 average cost:$5,168/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ottawa County, 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 Ottawa County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ottawa County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ottawa County

Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris in Grand Rapids, MI

4.9
Commonwealth is a wonderful community. My mom is adapting well and has experienced all good. She really likes it there. These staff is super supportive. I gave a 4 on food because my mom says every once in awhile she doesn't care for the selection. Commonwealth offers transportation services to ...
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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Ottawa County review score based on 522 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 522 reviews of 123 Ottawa County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ottawa County 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

Ottawa County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Ottawa County, MI123 facilities
8.9
Coopersville, MI32 facilities
8.8
Hudsonville, MI23 facilities

Review subcategories for Ottawa County 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 522 reviews of 123 Ottawa County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ottawa County 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.
Ottawa County, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Ottawa County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ottawa County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ottawa County, 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 Ottawa County 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 Ottawa County 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
48.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.7%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ottawa County 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 Ottawa County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ottawa County, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ottawa County 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 Ottawa County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ottawa County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ottawa County 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 Ottawa County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ottawa County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ottawa County 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 Ottawa County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ottawa County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
18.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ottawa County

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 Ottawa County protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Grand Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care and American House Jenison are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ottawa County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 147 assisted living facilities near Ottawa County, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ottawa County, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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