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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 359 memory care communities in Michigan using Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MI
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Avg Walk Score: 39/ 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: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Michigan. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

Friendship Village – Kalamazoo
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Kalamazoo
57
Facility 57
MI AVG 74
Rank #251 / 431
Yes
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 39
Rank #636 / 703
1 Bed / 2 Bed
51
Facility 51
MI AVG 22
Rank #3 / 183
A+4
21
Facility 21
MI AVG 8
Rank #290 / 330
5.3
Facility 5.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #316 / 330
-
Porter Hills Village
MC
NH
AL
IL
Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids Charter Township)
100
Facility 100
MI AVG 74
Rank #128 / 431
No
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 39
Rank #681 / 703
Private Rooms--2
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Inc
IHM Senior Living Community
MC
NH
AL
IL
Monroe (Ihm Campus)
58
Facility 58
MI AVG 74
Rank #247 / 431
No
40
Facility 40
MI AVG 39
Rank #320 / 703
1 Bed--4
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #116 / 330
0.8
Facility 0.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #116 / 330
Ihm Senior Living Community, Inc
Chelsea Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Chelsea
172
Facility 172
MI AVG 74
Rank #18 / 431
Yes
13
Facility 13
MI AVG 39
Rank #582 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage--7
22
Facility 22
MI AVG 8
Rank #296 / 330
3.1
Facility 3.1
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #284 / 330
United Methodist Retirement Communities Inc
Glacier Hills, a CCRC
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Ann Arbor (King)
116
Facility 116
MI AVG 74
Rank #85 / 431
Yes
2
Facility 2
MI AVG 39
Rank #672 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--9
25
Facility 25
MI AVG 8
Rank #304 / 330
2.8
Facility 2.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #270 / 330
Glacier Hills Inc
Lourdes Senior Community
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Waterford Twp (Watkins-Pontiac Estates)
80
Facility 80
MI AVG 74
Rank #177 / 431
No
8
Facility 8
MI AVG 39
Rank #621 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Holland Home Breton Woods Rehabilitation & Living Centre
MC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Grand Rapids (Third Ward)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
No
44
Facility 44
MI AVG 39
Rank #274 / 703
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7
Facility 7
MI AVG 8
Rank #183 / 330
3.5
Facility 3.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #293 / 330
Holland Home
St. Anthony Healthcare Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Warren
142
Facility 142
MI AVG 74
Rank #37 / 431
No
61
Facility 61
MI AVG 39
Rank #125 / 703
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Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Ludington (North Sherman Street)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
Yes
42
Facility 42
MI AVG 39
Rank #300 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+2
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Sherman Opco LLC
Freedom Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Holland (Columbia Avenue)
62
Facility 62
MI AVG 74
Rank #234 / 431
Yes
68
Facility 68
MI AVG 39
Rank #82 / 703
1 Bed / 2 Bed
35
Facility 35
MI AVG 22
Rank #61 / 183
A+4
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Ccrc Opco-Holland, LLC
Pleasant View
MC
NH
SNF
Owosso
136
Facility 136
MI AVG 74
Rank #46 / 431
No
34
Facility 34
MI AVG 39
Rank #379 / 703
Private / Semi-Private Rooms------
St. Ann’s Home
MC
AL
HOS
NH
Grand Rapids (Westside Connection)
95
Facility 95
MI AVG 74
Rank #145 / 431
No
25
Facility 25
MI AVG 39
Rank #480 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms-A+1
15
Facility 15
MI AVG 8
Rank #270 / 330
15.0
Facility 15.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #329 / 330
St. Ann's Home Inc
Bayfield Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Bay City (Monitor Township)
70
Facility 70
MI AVG 74
Rank #215 / 431
Yes
8
Facility 8
MI AVG 39
Rank #621 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+4
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Monitor Road Opco LLC
River Ridge Retirement Village
MC
AL
IL
South Haven
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
Yes
5
Facility 5
MI AVG 39
Rank #647 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+2
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Kentucky Avenue Opco LLC
Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Hastings
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
Yes
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 39
Rank #526 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+1
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
1821 N East Street Opco LLC
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Overview of Pleasant View

Pleasant View is a nursing home in Owosso, MI, offering long-term care, memory care, and rehabilitation. The community also ensures older adults are treated well in a compassioante, home-like environment. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care with 24/7 care, nutritious meals in Lola’s Diner, and social services. Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits are also provided.

Weekly craft projects, cooking clubs, and exercise programs encourage residents to explore new hobbies and gain meaningful experiences. A library, spacious outdoors, and cozy gathering areas also ensure residents’ relaxation and safety. Residents also experience a convenient and laid-back lifestyle with the Great Lakes Bay Health Centers Shiawassee and shops nearby. This nursing home is committed to improving older adults’ welfare, making it a great choice for senior living in Michigan.

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St. Ann’s Home

2161 Leonard St Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Overview of St. Ann’s Home

Experience a better quality of life with St. Ann’s Home, a trusted non-profit community in Grand Rapids, MI, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, assisted living, and memory care. Residents receive exceptional care for their unique needs from a kind and highly skilled team available 24/7. The community accepts Medicare and Medicaid, easing residents’, especially those with complex medical needs, financial burdens.

Residents are also encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged with recreational activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and healthy dining options are served to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive care and state-of-the-art amenities, residents can keep their peace of mind and live a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Bayfield Assisted Living & Memory Care

Located in Bay City, MI, Bayfield is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents delight in unmatched comfort and security of beautifully designed accommodations that feature open-concept floor plans for easier accessibility. Committed to making residents’ lives easier and comfortable, the community provides a professional care team available 24-hours a day to provide licensed support, combined with the safety brought by round the clock emergency systems.

Stay active, engaged, and motivated with a wide range of regularly conducted activities, events, and programs that are designed to enrich the overall aspect of residents’ well-being. From delicious meals to housekeeping, most of the hassles of daily living are handled to provide residents with more time for families and their own enjoyment. At Bayfield, residents are empowered to continue doing what they love through extensive services, compassionate care, and an abundance of opportunities for connecting, creating, and learning.

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Overview of River Ridge Retirement Village

Located in the tranquil residential area of Kentucky Avenue, South Haven, MI, River Ridge by StoryPoint Group is a respected senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community strives to provide a haven for seniors to experience unrivaled comfort and security. A kind and highly qualified team lends extra hands for residents to thrive and reach their full potential.

Come with friends to explore fabulous attractions and participate in enjoyable activities. Moreover, River Ridge goes above and beyond in providing avenues for residents to mingle with their surroundings and have a relaxing time. With delightful dining options, residents enjoy delicious and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. With its vibrant and inviting community, River Ridge is great for seniors seeking to maximize their freedom and experience the lifestyle they prefer.

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Overview of Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care

With seniors’ wellness in mind, Woodlawn Meadows by StoryPoint Group Communitty situated in the ideal setting of North East Street, Hasting, MI, which offers assisted living and memory care. Spend your days in the snug and sophisticated residences of Woodlawn Meadows, carefully crafted to promote comfort and security. With a kind and specially trained team lending extra hands, seniors enjoy every moment of their best years and gain meaningful experiences.

A robust calendar of activities and exciting programs accompany seniors as they go about their day. Have an unforgettable dining experience with delightful and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. White Lake is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence while receiving the benefits of living in the community.

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Overview of Independence Village of Grand Ledge

Independence Village of Grand Ledge is a charming senior home community nestled in the heart of Michigan, where small-town charm and a tight-knit culture create a home of good times and meaningful connections. This facility offers a comprehensive range of living options, from independent and enhanced living to assisted living and memory care. What sets this community apart is not just its expertise but also its genuine and compassionate approach to care. With a string of awards under its belt, Independence Village of Grand Ledge is a beacon of excellence in senior living.

Residents can indulge in chef-prepared meals that tantalize the taste buds, all while enjoying the company of their beloved pets in this pet-friendly haven. The worries of daily upkeep fade away with housekeeping services, leaving residents free to enjoy life’s pleasures. A beauty salon and barbershop, as well as a library or business center, cater to diverse interests, ensuring that every resident finds their perfect spot for relaxation and engagement. The community itself boasts a variety of open-concept floor plans, each carefully designed with a distinct touch of elegance, vibrant colors, and soothing tones. Every detail is curated to provide an elevated senior living experience that embraces a fulfilling lifestyle.

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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.

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Overview of Oakview Medical Care Facility

Oakview Medical Care Facility is a county-owned nursing home in Ludington, MI, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Promoting a home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Residents can also focus on recovery and wellness with chef-prepared meals, 24/7 nursing care, and comprehensive therapies. Personalized care plans are also provided based on residents’ unique needs and habits to help them recover and return to their routines with ease.

Celebrations, games, and exercises encourage residents to interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. Top-notch amenities, including an enclosed four-seasons corridor, a hair salon, and a pavilion, are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have quick access to their necessities and leisure with restaurants, healthcare providers, shops, and recreation sites nearby. Providing exceptional standards of care for older adults’ welfare, this nursing home is a highly regarded option for senior living in Michigan.

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Overview of Bay Bluffs Emmet County Medical Care Facility

Bay Bluffs Emmet County Medical Care Facility is a nursing home in Harbor Springs, MI, offering long-term care, memory care, and rehabilitation. The community also ensures older adults are well-cared for in a compassionate, home-like setting. Residents also experience a worry-free lifestyle with 24/7 nursing care, nutritious meals, and social services. Along with a multidisciplinary care team, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents recover and return to their routines.

Light exercises, sensory-stimulating activities, and social events help enhance residents’ cognition and maintain holistic wellness. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and spacious gathering areas also ensure residents can relax and focus on their wellness. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is located near the West Wequenstonsing Nature Preserve in Harbor Springs. This nursing home is dedicated to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in Michigan.

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Overview of Michigan Masonic Home

Michigan Masonic Home is a 124-bed care facility on Wright Avenue in Alma, Michigan, that provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Owned and operated under the Michigan Masonic Home name, the building accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payments to cover resident costs. The surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, allowing visitors to handle some errands on foot.

The building currently runs at 52 percent occupancy, with 64 residents using the available beds. The average length of stay is 134 days, showing that the daily routine serves a combination of short-term post-hospital recovery and continuous long-term residential care. To manage daily medical needs, the floor staff logs about 3 hours and 51 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, which breaks down to 1 hour and 32 minutes from registered nurses and 2 hours and 33 minutes from nurse aides.

Families researching local placement options can find open beds and flexible timing for admissions due to the current capacity level. The main office can be reached to ask about room availability, double-check insurance details, or arrange an in-person walkthrough of the building. Coordinators are also available to help guide you through the initial paperwork and medical intake requirements.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care 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.

Does Michigan Medicaid cover memory care?

Michigan Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 359 memory care communities in Michigan. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.