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Best Assisted Living in Michigan

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Jan 2026
Over 490 homes analyzed

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Michigan Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Widely known as the Great Lake State, Michigan is home to beautiful beaches and four of the Great Lakes, offering its residents year-round natural lakeside attractions. An abundance of recreational activities are available–from paddle boarding to watching sports events for a vibrant living experience. Michigan offers a 91.5 cost of living index, which is 8.5% lower than the U.S. average, as well as plenty of convenient public transportation options, making it an ideal place for retirement. Many healthcare facilities and assisted living communities are available within the city to offer seniors the services they need to maintain their health and well-being.

Compare Assisted Living around Michigan

Addington Place of Northville
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Northville
80
Yes
-
33
Private Room
Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Grosse Pointe Woods
78
Yes
-
77
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bickford of Canton
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Canton
78
Yes
A+
24
Private Rooms
Bickford of West Lansing
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Lansing
72
Yes
-
51
Private Rooms
Brookdale Troy
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Troy
78
Yes
-
22
Private Rooms / Companion Rooms
Addington Place of Clarkston
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Independence Charter Township
72
Yes
A-
38
Studio / Suite
Cedarbrook of Northville
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Plymouth
96
No
A+
42
-
University Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Ann Arbor (Bryant Pattengill West)
90
No
A+
59
-
Atria Park of Ann Arbor
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Ann Arbor (Logan)
98
Yes
-
53
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Waltonwood Twelve Oaks
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Novi
94
Yes
-
39
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Riley’s Grove Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Zeeland
70
Yes
A+
31
-
Stonegate Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Sandusky
73
Yes
A+
52
-
Bickford of Shelby Township
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Shelby Township
74
Yes
C
33
Private Rooms
Cascade Trails Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Grand Rapids
71
Yes
A+
23
-
Bickford of Midland
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Midland
71
Yes
-
29
-
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Brentwood at Niles is located in Niles, MI, where resident independence and overall wellness are at the heart of the community. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Respite services. The community focuses on providing personalized care and enriching experiences for its residents.
Overview of Brentwood at Niles
Brentwood at Niles is located in Niles, MI, where resident independence and overall wellness are at the heart of the community. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Respite services. The community focuses on providing personalized care and enriching experiences for its residents.
Besser Senior Living Community is located in Alpena, Michigan. It offers assisted living and memory care services in its senior living facility. The community is designed to meet the needs and desires of its residents with a caring staff available 24 hours a day.
Overview of Besser Senior Living Community
Besser Senior Living Community is located in Alpena, Michigan. It offers assisted living and memory care services in its senior living facility. The community is designed to meet the needs and desires of its residents with a caring staff available 24 hours a day.
The Oaks at Battle Creek is a senior living community located in Battle Creek, Michigan. It offers Assisted Living and Skilled Services, including rehabilitation and nursing care. The community provides a range of amenities and support to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
Overview of The Legacy at Battle Creek
The Oaks at Battle Creek is a senior living community located in Battle Creek, Michigan. It offers Assisted Living and Skilled Services, including rehabilitation and nursing care. The community provides a range of amenities and support to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
The Willows at Howell is a senior living community located in Howell, Michigan. It offers Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. Residents can enjoy a variety of programs and services designed to enhance their quality of life.
Overview of The Willows at Howell
The Willows at Howell is a senior living community located in Howell, Michigan. It offers Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. Residents can enjoy a variety of programs and services designed to enhance their quality of life.
The Oaks at Byron Center is a senior living community located in Byron Center, Michigan. It offers Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. The community provides a range of amenities and services to support residents' health and well-being.
Overview of The Oaks at Byron Center
The Oaks at Byron Center is a senior living community located in Byron Center, Michigan. It offers Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. The community provides a range of amenities and services to support residents' health and well-being.
The Oaks at Belmont is a senior living community located in Belmont, Michigan. It offers Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. The community focuses on providing a supportive environment for residents to thrive.
Overview of The Oaks at Belmont
The Oaks at Belmont is a senior living community located in Belmont, Michigan. It offers Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. The community focuses on providing a supportive environment for residents to thrive.
The Oaks at Woodfield is a senior living community located in Grand Blanc, Michigan. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. The community provides a range of care options to meet the needs of its residents.
Overview of The Oaks at Woodfield
The Oaks at Woodfield is a senior living community located in Grand Blanc, Michigan. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Services. The community provides a range of care options to meet the needs of its residents.
Renaissance Gardens at Fox Run is a senior living community located in Novi, Michigan. It offers stylish, maintenance-free residences and a variety of health services including assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities designed for active seniors.
Overview of Renaissance Gardens at Fox Run
Renaissance Gardens at Fox Run is a senior living community located in Novi, Michigan. It offers stylish, maintenance-free residences and a variety of health services including assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities designed for active seniors.
Mission Point Health Campus of Jackson is a healthcare facility located in Jackson, Michigan. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, and respite care. The facility is committed to providing exceptional medical care and supporting successful outcomes for every patient.
Overview of Mission Point Health Campus of Jackson
Mission Point Health Campus of Jackson is a healthcare facility located in Jackson, Michigan. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, and respite care. The facility is committed to providing exceptional medical care and supporting successful outcomes for every patient.

Freedom Village is an independent living community located in Holland, MI. It offers a vibrant lifestyle with access to various services and amenities, including dining, wellness activities, and transportation. Residents can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle while having the option for higher levels of care on campus.

Overview of Freedom Village

Freedom Village is an independent living community located in Holland, MI. It offers a vibrant lifestyle with access to various services and amenities, including dining, wellness activities, and transportation. Residents can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle while having the option for higher levels of care on campus.

Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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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. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • 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
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • 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.