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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Paw Paw, MI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Paw Paw, 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 Paw Paw or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Paw Paw.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Paw Paw for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 17 assisted living facilities in the Paw Paw 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 South Street Historic District, Vine and Vine Area Historic District.
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46 reviews
Maple Lake Assisted Living is a place where residents thieve. The caretakers are friendly and accommodating. They really go above and beyond. I might mention the food is excellent as well.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Maple Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Paw Paw, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted living...
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9.8
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246 reviews
They are very open to constructive criticism and make a concerted effort to address a concern. They have outstanding facilities and they are well maintained. Also I like the excellent staff ratio in support...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
At StoryPoint Portage, we love our opportunity to serve seniors and their families in this community. Our senior living options are designed to cater to any stage of life, including independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. We feel so lucky to play a role in each...
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9.2
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14 reviews
We chose Bethesda Ranch because of the caregiver's eagerness to help not only my loved one but me and my family. It was also close to home. But it wouldn't have mattered. He was only going there. The...
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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9.1
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8 reviews
Honestly, I don't remember getting any feedback regarding the meals. Also, we didn't get involved in the activities but I knew a good deal was going on. In regards to the cost, I don't know what the judge...
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.
PROVISION LIVING SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIESLIFE HAPPENS HERE. ENJOY THE MOMENT, ENJOY THE JOURNEY.You can find traditional senior living communities anywhere. Or, you can live better at Provision Living! From distinctive care services and programs to companionship opportunities around every...
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9.0
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42 reviews
My mom is currently a resident at LakeHouse Kalamazoo. I would say that the staff is friendly and willing to work with families. The executive director is friendly and helpful and will do whatever she can to...
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.
Sojourner Place offers empathetic care in a peaceful neighborhood setting. We are located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, just one mile west of Western Michigan University and our residents enjoy all of the recreational, educational and cultural opportunities that the university offers. We offer...
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8.5
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13 reviews
Everyone is so kind, caring and helpful. Need to remember the meds are ordered and dispensed as the doctor wrote the order Mom was used to taking them on her schedule. Bickford follows doc orders. Once...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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8.3
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51 reviews
We moved Dad into Brookdale Assisted Living a couple months ago. Dad has some short term memory loss but otherwise is in good health. We lost Mom in 2020 and since then Dad has been lonely and wasn’t taking...
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.
When you need help with a few minor things so you can enjoy the important things, then Brookdale Portage in Portage, Mich., may be just the place you’re looking for. Our assisted living community offers a lifestyle that celebrates and encourages independence while providing the comfort of an...
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8.2
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25 reviews
I am very glad we finally decided to move my sister into North Woods. She has been getting excellent care - much better then what we were able to provide at home. The chef there is really good and much...
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.
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8.0
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2 reviews
Park Village Pines is an very awesome place to stay! The staff is very nice and helpful. Love the way they care for the residents and and how over friendly and helpful everyone is. The Christian aspect...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Our Mission Statement: The Kalamazoo Area Christian Retirement Association, Inc. will provide excellent and affordable housing alternatives, guided by Christian principles.Park Village Pines is an Assisted Living facility dedicated to giving compassionate care guided by *Christian principles.A...
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The staff seem to pay attention to my dad's needs. This is an older community, however they do try to keep the building maintained. Dad does not like the food but they do serve a variety of healthy choices....
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.
Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an assisted living community located in the peaceful village of Lawton, Michigan. This beautiful and close-knit community is the perfect location for anyone looking for a comfortable and secure place to live.Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an...
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6.3
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8 reviews
I would recommend. We picked this community, for our loved one because of the value for money,[name removed], the marketing director was skilled at answering questions without being pushy. We felt very...
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.
Seniors who require specialized memory care can get the extra safety and security they need in our comfortable, homelike setting just about 20 minutes from Kalamazoo. Our customized programs provide loving care and meaningful interaction by a specially trained staff to help our residents maintain...
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6.9
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14 reviews
Memory and physical care made better by kind and caring staff. They are currently updating their van with wheelchair straps, but could also use more staff to take residents on 'outside' trips. No matter...
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.
New Friends Memory Care & Assisted Living Community in Kalamazoo, MI, strives to help every person live as independently as possible. We do this by offering individual suites in one of our three exceptional lodges designated for mild, moderate and extensive care. We promote a home-like...
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9.7
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43 reviews
I loved the music. I love the 40's and 50's style. The instrumentalists were Marvelous wonderful musicianship and personality.
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.
StoryPoint Kalamazoo at Bronson Place offers extraordinary retirement in a gracious small town setting. Our beautifully landscaped grounds are enhanced with gardens, courtyards and private ponds. We're ideally located on Kalamazoo's prestigious west side, convenient to both Chicago and Detroit,...
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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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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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 Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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Cost of assisted living in Paw Paw, MI
The average cost of senior living in Paw Paw is $4,751 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allegan, MI with an average of $4,168 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Paw Paw
Recent reviews for assisted living in Paw Paw
Stanford Lodge of Plainwell
4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
Bethesda Ranch AFH in Portage, MI
5.0
It's so family oriented facility, where the residents are treated like one of the family. Care is second to none. We liked the smallness and the people that cared for my mother, and also the, country setting on a lake.
Provision Living at Oshtemo in Kalamazoo, MI
5.0
All are a 5. What our family likes the most about Provision Living is the staff. The staff has been great, tends to all my dad's needs. They have a lot of activities for him if he chooses to do them. He likes his meals. Based on the experience we have had, we would definitely recommend this ...
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Paw Paw review score based on 147 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 147 reviews of 16 Paw Paw assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Paw Paw 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
Paw Paw review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Paw Paw 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 147 reviews of 16 Paw Paw assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Paw Paw 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.Paw Paw, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Paw Paw assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paw Paw assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paw Paw, 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 Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw 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
75%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.3%
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
75%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Paw Paw, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
50%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Paw Paw, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Paw Paw, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Paw Paw, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Paw Paw
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 Paw Paw protect seniors.
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and StoryPoint Portage are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Paw Paw, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 17 assisted living facilities near Paw Paw, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Paw Paw, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and StoryPoint Portage. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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