Page 25 of Best Assisted Living in Michigan

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 449 assisted living communities in MI using MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MI
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Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Chelsea Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chelsea
172
Facility 172
MI AVG 66
Rank #14 / 340
Yes
13
Facility 13
MI AVG 37
Rank #362 / 436
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage-11
22
Facility 22
MI AVG 8
Rank #280 / 312
2.0
Facility 2.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #211 / 312
United Methodist Retirement Communities Inc
Oasis of Clarkston
AL
IL
MC
Clarkston (Village Of Clarkston)
30
Facility 30
MI AVG 66
Rank #231 / 340
Yes
14
Facility 14
MI AVG 37
Rank #356 / 436
Studio
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
5
25
Facility 25
MI AVG 8
Rank #288 / 312
5.0
Facility 5.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #300 / 312
Premier Operating Clarkston Al, LLC
Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids
AL
MC
RC
Grand Rapids (Crystal Springs)
90
Facility 90
MI AVG 66
Rank #96 / 340
Yes
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 37
Rank #189 / 436
Studio / 1 Bed-2
8
Facility 8
MI AVG 8
Rank #191 / 312
4.0
Facility 4.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #289 / 312
Mcap Grand Rapids Opco, LLC
Waltonwood Twelve Oaks
AL
IL
MC
Novi
94
Facility 94
MI AVG 66
Rank #92 / 340
Yes
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 37
Rank #189 / 436
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
10
Facility 10
MI AVG 8
Rank #214 / 312
2.5
Facility 2.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #244 / 312
Waltonwood At Twelve Oaks II, LLC
The Ridge at Lapeer
AL
IL
MC
Lapeer (Mayfield Township)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 66
Rank #238 / 340
Yes
9
Facility 9
MI AVG 37
Rank #384 / 436
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
4
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 8
Rank #162 / 312
1.5
Facility 1.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #172 / 312
Ridgeline Lapeer, LLC
Vibrant Life Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Kalamazoo (Arcadia)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 66
Rank #238 / 340
Yes
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 37
Rank #189 / 436
Suite-7
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 8
Rank #162 / 312
0.9
Facility 0.9
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #122 / 312
New Friends Dementia Community, LLC
Brookdale Grand Blanc
AL
Holly
78
Facility 78
MI AVG 66
Rank #122 / 340
Yes
21
Facility 21
MI AVG 37
Rank #311 / 436
Suite-5
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 8
Rank #175 / 312
1.4
Facility 1.4
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #165 / 312
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc
Sanborn Gratiot Memorial Home
AL
Port Huron
32
Facility 32
MI AVG 66
Rank #228 / 340
No
34
Facility 34
MI AVG 37
Rank #229 / 436
--8
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
-
Virtue Assisted Living – Saint Joseph Village
AL
RESC
West Bloomfield Township (Sylvan Manor)
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 66
Rank #304 / 340
No
53
Facility 53
MI AVG 37
Rank #108 / 436
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-3
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #58 / 312
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #62 / 312
Virtue Assisted Living
Tamarack Camps – Avodah
AL
Ortonville
48
Facility 48
MI AVG 66
Rank #191 / 340
No
41
Facility 41
MI AVG 37
Rank #178 / 436
--1
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
Fresh Air Society Dba Tamarack Camps

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Overview of Sanborn Gratiot Memorial Home

Sanborn Gratiot Memorial Home is an assisted living community in Port Huron, Michigan. Assisted living includes medication administration and 24 hour supervision, so residents receive help with medication routines and ongoing oversight. The home opened in 1944 and has 32 beds. Its smaller size can allow staff and residents to get to know one another.

Private rooms give each resident a single private living space. The home’s stated mission is to serve lower income seniors who are semi independent and seeking a secure residence, so Sanborn Gratiot Memorial Home may be a good fit for someone who wants a private room with supervised assisted living support. An on site barber and beauty salon provides grooming services without requiring residents to leave the home.

A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Sanborn Gratiot Memorial Home coordinates Dial A Ride bus service, giving residents a transportation option beyond driving themselves. Daily life also includes exercise programs, arts and crafts, holiday festivities, games, and entertainment by community groups and volunteers, with meals prepared and served in the dining room three times a day.

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Virtue Assisted Living – Saint Joseph Village

2145 St Joseph St, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48324
Overview of Virtue Assisted Living – Saint Joseph Village

Ideally located in the beautiful setting of West Bloomfield, MI, Virtue Assisted Living is a one-of-a-kind community that offers assisted living, long-term care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving the well-being of those with developmental disability and adults with physical, mental, or emotional limitations, a compassionate and highly skilled team provides exceptional care tailored to their needs around the clock. The community promotes a comfortable and safe environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging.

Residents here are encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged with enriching activities and exciting events for their leisure and wellness. Meal preparation and medication management are also provided to ensure residents’ holistic wellness. The community serves several counties, including Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Livingston, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Monroe, ensuring a blissful retirement.

In line with its LARA licensing, Virtue Assisted Living serves adults 18 and older, including seniors, with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, or multiple diagnoses requiring coordinated care—such as dual diagnoses, co-occurring conditions, and age-related or post-traumatic needs.

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Overview of Chelsea Retirement Community

Experience top-tier care and assistance at Chelsea Retirement Community, a reliable senior living community in West Middle Street, Chelsea, MI, offering various levels of care. The community features independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and post acute care, ensuring a seamless transition should residents’ needs evolve. With access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy, residents are guaranteed to maintain their strength to continue living a fulfilling life. The community offers cozy and sophisticated private accommodations, making sure seniors thrive in comfort and style.

Chelsea Retirement Community promotes a warm and welcoming environment, providing the finest experience for seniors. Optimize freedom and enjoy various amenities for enjoyment and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with different dining venues serving healthy and tasty meals that cater to nutritional requirements and preferences. With its tranquil spaces, Chelsea Retirement Community is a safe place for seniors to spend their healing journey.

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Overview of Oasis of Clarkston

Have a worry-free retirement at Oasis of Clarkston, a distinguished community in Clarkston, MI, that offers assisted living and memory care. Daily living activities, including bathing and grooming, are taken care of 24/7, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without hassles. The community also provides medication management and an emergency alert system for residents’ convenience and safety.

There’s no dull moment with a fun-filled calendar of engaging activities and exciting events that aim to keep them active and socially engaged. Residents also delight in delicious and well-balanced meals served three times daily, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. With its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, residents have a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Vibrant Life Senior Living

This community has been running since 1997, on the belief that seniors should be able to live a vibrant and enjoyable life despite any physical or cognitive limitations. The community prioritizes respect and empowerment among their residents as they provide the care they need, while allowing their residents independence still.

Offering personalized plans to their residents, the facility makes sure that they can cater to each individual’s needs. The facility also provides spacious accommodations to ensure that the resident can live comfortably even when in just their private space. There are also daily activities to keep the residents active and engaged throughout the day. At Vibrant Life, residents are the number one priority and they are sure to enjoy their stay.

 

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Overview of The Ridge at Lapeer

The Ridge at Lapeer is a 20-bed assisted living and memory care community in Lapeer, MI, that offers personal care, respite, and hospice care. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a compassionate and home-like environment. With 24-hour assistance, nutritious meals, and medication management, residents have a maintenance-free living. Through a holistic approach to care and all-inclusive pricing, residents receive exceptional care for their needs and preferences.

Light physical activities, fun gatherings, and memory-enhancing games help residents explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Spacious rooms and well-designed communal spaces ensure residents can rest comfortably. A stress-free retirement is also guaranteed, with the community’s convenient location in the quiet residential area of Lapeer. As one of the best options for senior living in Michigan, this assisted living and memory care community has exceptional standards of care that aim to help older adults thrive in their later years.

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Overview of Waltonwood Twelve Oaks

A licensed assisted living facility, Waltonwood Twelve Oaks is a community that offers senior care and assisted living services in a highly-secured environment. The professional team at this community offers assisted services with a dignified environment. With studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, residents have the choice for whatever comfort they want and need in their own private quarters.

Aside from the apartments, the overall space was made to be relaxing and enjoyable. Social common spaces are placed throughout the community for the residents to bond with each other. Furthermore, there are also activities that will help keep the residents stimulated like music nights, game nights, and more. There is something for all the senior residents there at Waltonwood Twelve Oaks.

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Overview of Tamarack Camps – Avodah

The Fresh Air Society operates Tamarack Camps – Avodah, a residential program licensed for up to 48 participants in Ortonville, Michigan. Located on an expansive outdoor property in Oakland County, this facility functions under a community-based structure tailored for seasonal youth and young adult programming rather than a standard commercial healthcare setting.

The surrounding natural area is car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 41 out of 100, meaning that most routine transit and external errands require a short drive. State records managed by Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs indicate a clear baseline compliance history.

The original field evaluation documented that the property met all structural capacity guidelines, with administrative reviews confirming that staff training records and facility features fully satisfied state operational criteria.

Interested individuals exploring this residential program can contact the main business office to check current registration availability and coordinate a visit to the Ortonville campus.

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Overview of Genesis Senior Living – Warren

Introducing Genesis Senior Living, where care and compassion take root. As a provider of small-scale assisted living, fully licensed by the Michigan State, Genesis Senior Living showcases an exceptional collection of residences across six locations encompassing Troy, Sterling Heights, and Warren. Within the embrace of their nurturing abodes, cherished family members discover solace and personalized care. The devoted team aims to address a diverse spectrum of needs, ranging from supporting the elderly with incontinence management, nutritional and medication routines, to navigating the intricate journeys of Dementia and Alzheimer’s at each stage.

Moreover, their expertise extends to assisting individuals with physical handicaps or those in recovery from traumatic brain injuries. Guided by seasoned medical professionals with an impressive three decades of devoted senior care experience, the commitment to excellence remains steadfast, particularly for those facing cognitive and physical hurdles. At Genesis Senior Living, an ambiance akin to the warmth of home intertwines with the delivery of unparalleled, personalized care. Embark on a transformative journey where compassion flourishes, ensuring your loved ones receive the dedicated attention they deserve in an environment resonating with empathy and comprehension.

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Overview of Brookdale Grand Blanc

Brookdale Grand Blanc is an assisted living community in Holly, MI, with 78 beds and suite housing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to keep their own living space.

Respite care is also available for short stays. This can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Brookdale Senior Living Communities operates the community, and the starting monthly price for assisted living is $3,170, giving families an initial figure for budgeting this care level.

Residents may bring pets, and on site there is a beauty and barber shop, salon and spa, courtyard and garden, and arts and crafts studio. These spaces provide options for grooming, outdoor time, and creative activities. Menus are tailored to residents’ requests and feedback, while activities include bingo, brain puzzles, shuffleboard, movie matinees, devotionals, and social outings.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Michigan at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,407The average monthly cost across facilities in Michigan. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Michigan. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 66The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Michigan. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 449 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.