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| Addington Place of Northville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Northville | 80 | Yes | 33 | Private Room | 1 | - | 8 | 9 | 1.1 | Arhc Apnvlmi01 Trs, Llc |
| Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Grosse Pointe Woods | 78 | Yes | 77 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1 | - | 6 | 2 | 0.3 | Welltower Opco Group Llc |
| Bickford of Canton |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Canton (Canton Township) | 78 | Yes | 24 | Private Rooms | 7 | A+ | 12 | 27 | 2.3 | Bickford Of Canton, Llc |
| Bickford of West Lansing |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Lansing (Waverly) | 72 | Yes | 51 | Private Rooms | 1 | - | 13 | 45 | 3.5 | Bickford Of W Lansing, Llc |
| Brookdale Troy |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Troy | 78 | Yes | 22 | Private Rooms / Companion Rooms | 1 | - | 6 | 21 | 3.5 | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc. |
| Addington Place of Clarkston |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Independence Charter Township | 72 | Yes | 38 | Studio / Suite | 1 | A- | 7 | 7 | 1.0 | Arhc Arclrmi01 Trs, Llc |
| Cedarbrook of Northville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Plymouth (Plymouth Charter Township) | 96 | No | 42 | - | 12 | A+ | 3 | 5 | 1.7 | 15700 N. Haggerty Road Llc |
| University Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Ann Arbor (Bryant Pattengill West) | 90 | No | 59 | - | 30 | A+ | 6 | - | 0.0 | Ann Arbor Senior Housing Opco, Llc |
| Atria Park of Ann Arbor |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Ann Arbor (Logan) | 98 | Yes | 53 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1 | - | 4 | 5 | 1.3 | Aoc North Ann Arbor Opco, Llc |
| Waltonwood Twelve Oaks |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Novi (Huron Circle) | 94 | Yes | 39 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1 | - | 4 | 10 | 2.5 | Waltonwood At Twelve Oaks Ii, Llc |
| Riley’s Grove Assisted Living & Memory Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Zeeland (Zeeland Charter Township) | 70 | Yes | 31 | - | 39 | A+ | 3 | 3 | 1.0 | Riley's Grove Assisted Living, Llc |
| Stonegate Village Assisted Living & Memory Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sandusky | 73 | Yes | 52 | - | 39 | A+ | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 70 W. Argyle Ave Opco Llc |
| Bickford of Shelby Township |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Shelby Township (Shelby Charter Township) | 74 | Yes | 33 | Private Rooms | 1 | C | 4 | 3 | 0.8 | Bickford Of Shelby, Llc |
| Cascade Trails Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Grand Rapids (Forest Hills) | 71 | Yes | 23 | - | 39 | A+ | 6 | 9 | 1.5 | Cascade Trails Senior Living, Llc |
| Bickford of Midland |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Midland (Joseph Drive) | 71 | Yes | 29 | - | 1 | - | 6 | 1 | 0.2 | Midland Bickford Cottage, Llc |
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Offering a fulfilling aging experience, Downriver Estates Senior Living is a lively senior living community in Township, MI, offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Companion Living. The community emphasizes the comfort of a homelike environment with their selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed to provide residents a nurturing and familiar living space. Residents are saved from any worry with 24-hour licensed supervision provided by a licensed and compassionate nurse on-site.
The community strives to enhance its residents’ living experience by thoroughly understanding their interests, hobbies, and needs in creating personalized and customized programming. Residents are encouraged to participate in an array of interesting activities carefully tailored based on their individual interests, passions, and strengths. In addition to enriching residents’ lives, the community encourages seniors to enrich other people’s lives with monthly outreach projects, which help residents find a sense of belonging and purpose in turn.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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Overview of Gaslight Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
Gaslight Village Assisted Living & Memory Care, ideally situated in Adrian, MI, offers a vibrant and nurturing environment for seniors seeking assisted living or memory care services. Located in a charming community near Adrian College and Siena Heights University, the community combines exceptional care with a familiar setting. Residents can enjoy a variety of open-concept floor plans designed for comfort and accessibility, fostering a sense of home in every detail.
Here, daily life is enriched with chef-prepared meals, a pet-friendly atmosphere, and services such as housekeeping and an on-site beauty salon. Residents can also relax with a good book in the library or enjoy engaging activities in beautifully designed spaces. Dedicated to creating a sense of belonging, the community encourages its residents to embrace every moment with confidence and joy.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Burcham Hills
Burcham Hills seamlessly weaves together independent living, assisted living levels of care, memory care options, and nursing home care services. This remarkable community is designed to cater to a diverse range of needs, offering not only a nurturing environment but also health support, including long-term care and outpatient therapy. Situated amidst the vibrant heart of East Lansing, Michigan, Burcham Hills stands as a testament to the art of compassionate living.
The facility houses a team of dedicated professionals, skilled in providing the highest quality of care. Beyond the expert assistance, residents are invited to immerse themselves in an array of enriching experiences. Stroll along peaceful walking paths, practice your swing on the putting green, or embrace the camaraderie during special outings. With wellness being a priority, residents have access to a wellness gym and inviting outdoor patios, encouraging an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
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Fitness and Recreation
StoryPoint Fort Saline is a senior living community offering independent living, memory care, and assisted living for seniors. The community provides high-quality senior care that allows residents to stay active and maintain a level of individuality; they ensure that residents live their best life possible by creating an environment that cultivates personal growth and blossoming friendships. Storypoint Saline is the ideal place for an elderly who seeks to find a community that is accepting and inviting with programs and services that celebrate each individual.
As a proud member of the StoryPoint group, Storypoint Saline ensures that its services are flexible for comfort and stability. They provide a range of services such as 24-hour licensed support by a team of professional and compassionate care staff, beautiful and thoughtfully designed interiors, and specialized programming for holistic wellness.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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Fitness and Recreation
Situated in the heart of Portage, Michigan, Storypoint Portage is a vibrant senior living community providing a comprehensive range of services, including independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. Designed to enhance the retirement experience, this community offers a wealth of opportunities for seniors to embrace an enriching lifestyle.
Storypoint Portage ensures residents have easy access to an array of community amenities. Daily errands become effortless with grocery stores, banks, and pharmacies conveniently located nearby. For outings with loved ones, residents can explore local shopping centers, unwind in picturesque parks, or indulge in delectable dining experiences at the numerous restaurants in the area. With a host of options just moments away, every day holds the potential for new adventures and cherished moments.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 685 / 724 / 935 / 1,015 / 1,270 / 1,275 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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Overview of Atria Kinghaven
Greeting seniors and their families with warmth, Atria Kinghaven located in King Road, Riverview, MI, is a peaceful senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living. Fostering meaningful connections with trusted partners, the community features physical, occupational, and speech therapies. With charming floor plans such as studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, Atria Kinghaven ensures comfort and security.
Atria Kinghaven promotes a cozy and accepting environment, providing educational, social, cultural, and fitness opportunities for its residents. The community ensures a worry-free lifestyle, providing personalized care and assistance around the clock. Prioritizing its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves different vegetarian options alongside three chef-prepared healthy meals every day. The pet-friendly community includes a fitness center, a salon and spa, an outdoor grill, a courtyard, a serene patio, and tranquil nature trails for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 400 / 567 / 855 - 900 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
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Overview of The Woodlands of Dewitt
Settled in the quiet neighborhood of DeWitt, MI, The Woodlands of Dewitt is an idyllic senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A wide array of large and cozy accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community ensures round-the-clock care and support for its residents that they deserve.
The community is committed to delivering exceptional amenities and services including freshly prepared meals based on nutritional needs. Come and visit its game room and meet new companions along the way. Take time to unwind and relax either at the pool or at the hair salon to further self-care. Engage in various social activities and community events such as outings and educational speaker series. At the Woodlands of DeWitt, seniors are guaranteed an empowering and inclusive retirement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Located in the heart of Mt Pleasant, MI, Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care is a charming senior living community offering a relaxing environment for both assisted living and memory care options. Round the clock assistance and emergency response systems are available to maintain residents’ comfort, safety, and peace of mind. Featuring an array of carefully designed residences with housekeeping and laundry services for a maintenance-free living, the community warrants a relaxing living environment.
A multitude of fun activities, delicious meals, and excellent amenities are offered to provide residents with the things they need to maintain their health and overall wellness. The community also encourages residents to bring their pets and provide them with pet services, knowing how important they are to their residents. Here, residents thrive knowing that they are in great hands within an enriching and encouraging retirement environment.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Nestled in the heart of a vibrant community in Providence Park, Rose Senior Living offers senior residents an enriching independent living experience. Whether senior residents are savoring the freedom of independent living or seeking the supportive hand of assisted living and memory care, Rose Senior Living Providence Park is committed to providing them a sense of belonging, comfort, and peace of mind every day.
Here, senior residents discover a haven of exceptional services and amenities, all in a maintenance-free setting that fosters comfortable living. Dining becomes a delightful daily experience, and the communal spaces provide a welcoming backdrop for cherished moments with friends and family. Rose Senior Living Providence Park has a sense of warmth and camaraderie that envelops senior residents from arrival. It’s a place that immediately feels like home, where they’re embraced as part of a caring family. Beyond the remarkable independent living lifestyle, senior residents will find the assurance of assisted living and memory care services available under the same roof whenever the need arises.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 331 / 672 / 693 / 743 / 787 / 1,225 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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Fitness and Recreation
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Sterling Heights
Overview of Arden Courts a Promedica Memory Care Community in Sterling Heights
Arden Courts are among the few Promedical memory care communities that provide exceptional care. The community offers an inviting atmosphere with fine hospitality; the staff is ready to attend to any need with compassion and dignity. Arden Courts maintain their residents’ sense of individuality while being able to enhance their quality of life in a nurturing environment.
Services are focused on its residents’ cognitive health and overall wellness– 24-hour supervision, medication management, outside rehabilitative care, physical therapy available, as well as reassurance and advice support, structured programs, and mobility assistance.
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Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
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- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
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- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
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- Senior-focused personal training
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- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
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- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Michigan
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Michigan?
Assisted living in Michigan supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Michigan?
Assisted living in Michigan is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Michigan Medicaid cover assisted living?
Michigan Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Michigan) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 20 assisted living facilities in Michigan. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Michigan?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Michigan, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Michigan?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
