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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.
True Care Living is a Home for the Aged located in historical Fort Custer in Springfield, Michigan. Our facility has a bold history. Previously owned by the United States Army, 565 General Ave. was the airman's living quarters for many years. Purchased in 1989 by the DOCSA home, it became an...
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Ths is a great community for excellent care for mom. We are happy with the menu of the meals with the good variety. This community is clean and maintained. The community is small and she like being active....
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.
Espanola House, llcWe are Caring hearts providing you with the peace of mind you deserve.Espanola House is a newly remodeled Adult Foster Care home nestled in the City of Parchment near Kindleberger Park, downtown Kalamazoo, and close to Borgess Hospital and emergency services. We are a family...
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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.
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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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...
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.
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...
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Cost of assisted living in South Gull Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Gull Lake is $4,842 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Battle Creek, MI with an average of $4,724 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Gull Lake, MI, vs. state and national averages

South Gull Lake, MI
$4,842/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in South Gull Lake, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,842/mo
$6,534/mo

Assisted living costs in South Gull Lake, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,461/mo
Studio
$4,537/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,686/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,153/mo

Senior living costs in South Gull Lake 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: South Gull Lake, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Gull Lake, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,842/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,534/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,469/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
South Gull Lake, MI:$4,842/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
South Gull Lake, MI:$6,534/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
South Gull Lake, MI:$3,469/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Gull Lake, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Gull Lake 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 average 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
South Gull Lake, MI$5,077/mo$5,504/mo-7.7%
Michigan$5,396/mo$5,321/mo+1.4%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
South Gull Lake, MI
2024 average cost:$5,077/mo
2023 average cost:$5,504/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,396/mo
2023 average cost:$5,321/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Gull Lake, 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 South Gull Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Gull Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Gull Lake

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.

Stoneridge AFC in Bellevue, MI

5.0
The care from this community is very good. I like that they keep me informed on any changes that he may have. The community is clean and maintained. The menu has a lot of good meals that are offered.We would recommend this good community for the excellent care and value for others.

Reflection Ranch in Battle Creek, MI

5.0
MY father had been admitted to 7 afc/ care/rehab in 8 mo. My father was the Supervisor for Adult Protective Services he was a hard man to please, we moved him from B.E. AFC to Reflection Ranch, They are an ANGLE in a our eyes, my father was clean and well cared for, turns out my father is not ...
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South Gull Lake review score based on 819 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 819 reviews of 19 South Gull Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Gull Lake 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

South Gull Lake review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
South Gull Lake, MI19 facilities
8.0
Battle Creek, MI11 facilities
9.2
South Haven, MI4 facilities

Review subcategories for South Gull Lake 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 819 reviews of 19 South Gull Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Gull Lake 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.
South Gull Lake, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.2
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
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South Gull Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Gull Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Gull Lake, 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 South Gull Lake 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 South Gull Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Gull Lake, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.7%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.6%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.1%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.9%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.7%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.2%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.5%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.1%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.9%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Gull Lake 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 South Gull Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Gull Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.6%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.8%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.1%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Gull Lake 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 South Gull Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Gull Lake, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.1%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.7%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Gull Lake 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 South Gull Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Gull Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.2%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.6%
37%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Gull Lake 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 South Gull Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Gull Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
39.5%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.3%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.6%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.1%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.8%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.5%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
43.1%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
22.5%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.5%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Gull Lake

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

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True Care Living, Espanola House and Butterfly Oasis are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Gull Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in South Gull Lake, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care and StoryPoint Kalamazoo at Bronson Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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