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I heard about Elena from a friend because she cared for his mother for 4 years. All I ever heard about was the extraordinary, compassionate care she received. My step-father would be dead if it were not...
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.
Elena's ElderCare is a private residence licensed by the state providing 24/7 care and supervision for only 5 residents at a time.Our commitment is to provide the best care and quality of life for those individuals entrusted to us. There will be a limit of not more than 2-5 client residents for...
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My dad's experience, as well as my own, at this facility was superb. My personal experience with the staff was outstanding overall, very few hiccups. I truly loved them at Townehall Place and they loved my...
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.
Welcome to Townehall Place of West Bloomfield—where assisted living meets vibrant community living.At Townehall Place, we offer more than just a place to live. We provide an enriching lifestyle that embraces the comforts of everyday life while offering exciting opportunities to make every moment...
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You can feel confident with your person in the Bellbrook Family. We visited and it felt most like her personality. Employees seemed happy and the meals are "pay as you go" for inde living apartments - from...
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.
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My mother seems to be fitting into this care home very well. Everything is working out good, and I'am pleased with all they have done for my family. I do feel she is safe, and in good hands at this care...
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.
White Lake is a charter township located in Oakland County, MI. Named one of the safest communities in the state, White Lake boasts a population of just over 30,000, including those residing in our senior care home, Green Valley Place. The community of White Lake provides a serene environment...
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This is an older facility, but they take good care of my loved one. There aren't too many residents, which I think allows for more time to give my loved one the care and attention that she needs. The staff...
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.
Family owned and operated since 1999, Pine Tree Place has successfully combined the features of the traditional home with the amenities of the modern assisted living facility. The 9,500 square foot ranch-style home has eighteen bedrooms, all with private baths, with a licensed capacity for twenty...
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Overall Sunrise of Rochester was a great place, and the staff is very kind and friendly. The only issues we had were with them responding to my mom in an appropriate amount of time. Especially when she...
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.
Care Cardinal River Oaks affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living services. From assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, dressing to medication monitoring, Care Cardinal River Oaks provides residents with...
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We chose Caremore of Clarkston because they accepted the medicaid waiver and it is closer to where we live. They have been good with communication with everything that has been going on. His room size is on...
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.
Caremore family has been serving the communities for over a decade. We are licensed by the State of Michigan. Our communities are located in convenient and safe residential areas that offer a comfortable home-like atmosphere which allows our staff to provide individualized care to each resident,...
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I LOVE Stonewood AFC. My mom is always taken care of and well fed and clean. The proprietor couldn't be more kind. She is very intelligent and a nurse, which I love. She genuinely takes an interest in...
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.
Stonewood AFC is a residential care community located in Farmington Hills, Michigan in Oakland county. Seniors at Stonewood AFC have access to great recreation, all within walking distance of the community. The Franklin Hills County Club, just two blocks away, offers 18 holes of golf, tennis...
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A Place For Mom was recommended by a caseworker because of the positive feedback from customers. This was the second place I checked out and was pleased with the Directors positive attitude and wanting to...
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.
Compli-Health Technologies, Inc is a non-profit organization providing community services in the Michigan metropolitan area for over ten (10) years. Sprawling Ravines of Oakland County (SROC) is one of the newest assisted living facilities under the management of Compl-Health Technologies, Inc....
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We are very pleased with how things are going for my parents at this community. They feel safe and comfortable and overall just loving there new living environment. My mom and dad have had no complaints...
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.
Advanced Care Home offers a Day Program to provide our residents with opportunities to socialize, exercise, and learn. This program is to improve the lives of our residents and to teach new skills through a variety of activities and programs. In doing this, we hope to give them the skills they...
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Photo of Cranberry Park of West Bloomfield
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Most of the staff is very friendly just a few outliers. They need more help. meds come continually late sometimes way over an hour. Medicine is closer to be on time, but then again not always
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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Silverbell Manor has taken great care of my dad. The understanding they have for the aging mind and the ups and downs is so appreciated . The staff communicates so well with me and are an absolute pleasure...
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.
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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.
Grovecrest Assisted LivingThe Grovecrest Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Pontiac, Michigan. For many years, this area has been known as a hub of activity in Michigan. If you are looking for a city with endless amounts of activities to partake in, then Pontiac, MI is just for...
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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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We overall have a really good experience with Waterford Oaks. Unfortunately the price went up and it just got too expensive for what we could afford.
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
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.
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I am very pleased with Rochester Hills manor. It has such a warm and friendly family atmosphere. Ligia really knows what she is doing and I feel very blessed to have found such a wonderful, caring and safe...
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.
Rochester Hills Manor is a senior care home located in the quiet city of Rochester Hills, Michigan, a pleasant suburb on the outskirts of the Metropolitan Detroit area. Our inviting community is situated in a established, tree-lined residential neighborhood that provides easy access to the shops...
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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.
Pomeroy Living Rochester Assisted is a state-licensed senior community offering specialized care in a luxurious state-of-the art setting. Pomeroy Assisted Living offers residents support for activities of daily living to promote a level of independence while maintaining the elegant and...
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I was perfectly happy with them. He hated it because it was like a residential house, so other people weren't as high functioning and they shared the common area. He wasn't happy with that. I would say they...
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.
Pioneer Rehabilitation Specialists offers a unique living experience. Our Troy Hills property is located on an acre of serenity, surrounded by a green landscape and wild life. We pride ourselves on the quality of care provided as well as a warm, clean, fresh and comfortable environment.Our staff...
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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.
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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.
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It has worked out for my mother very well. They have chair exercises and other structured activities. They are a Catholic community so they have Mass and Rosary. For my mom it is a really good fit. It is a...
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.
St. Elizabeth Briarbank is a Catholic assisted living community for women located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Named in honor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, the residence is a lovely historic home situated on a thirteen acre site. Bloomfield Hills is a friendly, residential community with large...
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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.
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My husband was at Orchard Meadows for several years and the care he received was exceptional. His needs were met quickly and skillfully. The home is very clean and well taken care of. Communication was...
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Pontiac, MI

The average cost of senior living in Pontiac is $4,283 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Royal Oak, MI with an average of $4,208 per month.

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, MI, vs. nearby cities

Pontiac, MI
$4,283/mo

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

Pontiac, MI
$4,283/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,283/mo
$5,190/mo

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,680/mo
Private
$4,933/mo
Studio
$5,479/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,359/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,255/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,650/mo

Senior living costs in Pontiac 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: Pontiac, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typePontiac, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,283/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,190/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,992/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pontiac, MI:$4,283/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pontiac, MI:$5,190/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pontiac, MI:$3,992/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pontiac, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pontiac 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 Pontiac, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pontiac 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
Pontiac, MI$5,607/mo$5,385/mo+4.1%
Michigan$5,297/mo$5,168/mo+2.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Pontiac, MI
2024 average cost:$5,607/mo
2023 average cost:$5,385/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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 Pontiac, 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 Pontiac.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pontiac

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pontiac

Cranberry Park at ShorePointe in Saint Clair Shores, MI

5.0
The day staff in my mom's area is excellent. Housekeeping seems adequate. I don't know about the meals. My mom has dementia, so I can't get an answer that is accurate. CP has ice cream socials and wine and cheese socials a couple of times each week. The chair exercise class is excellent. Because ...
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Blossom Ridge in Oakland Charter Township, MI

5.0
We feel that our loved ones are safe at Blossom Ridge and that the staff love them, it is just not a job for them they actually show genuine care and concern. They have great musical activities and the daily activities are starting to come back from all the covid limitations. The value for the ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Pontiac review score based on 350 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 350 reviews of 93 Pontiac assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pontiac 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

Pontiac review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Pontiac, MI93 facilities
8.3
Auburn Hills, MI83 facilities
8.5
Sylvan Lake, MI120 facilities

Review subcategories for Pontiac 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 350 reviews of 93 Pontiac assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pontiac 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Pontiac assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pontiac assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac 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
74.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Pontiac 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 Pontiac Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pontiac 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 Pontiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
52.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Pontiac 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 Pontiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pontiac 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 Pontiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pontiac, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pontiac

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

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