Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Michigan

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 393 memory care providers in MI using MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
StoryPoint Novi
MC
AL
IL
Novi
116
Facility 116
MI AVG 77
Rank #63 / 304
Yes
38
Facility 38
MI AVG 38
Rank #182 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 12
Rank #9 / 217
A+4
9
Facility 9
MI AVG 8
Rank #161 / 264
2.3
Facility 2.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #192 / 264
42400 W 12 Mile Rd Opco LLC
Brookdale Utica
MC
AL
Utica
72
Facility 72
MI AVG 77
Rank #145 / 304
Yes
55
Facility 55
MI AVG 38
Rank #95 / 381
Private Suite / Companion Suite
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #90 / 217
-4
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 264
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 264
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc
Downriver Estates Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Brownstown Charter Twp
133
Facility 133
MI AVG 77
Rank #37 / 304
Yes
24
Facility 24
MI AVG 38
Rank #262 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #90 / 217
-4
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 264
0.8
Facility 0.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 264
Ec Opco Downriver, LLC
Maple Ridge Manor Of Lowell
MC
AL
HOS
Lowell
83
Facility 83
MI AVG 77
Rank #123 / 304
No
61
Facility 61
MI AVG 38
Rank #60 / 381
-
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 12
Rank #80 / 217
A+4
11
Facility 11
MI AVG 8
Rank #38 / 264
2.8
Facility 2.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #42 / 264
-
Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Bloomfield Hills
132
Facility 132
MI AVG 77
Rank #39 / 304
Yes
41
Facility 41
MI AVG 38
Rank #166 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
45
Facility 45
MI AVG 12
Rank #6 / 217
A+5
15
Facility 15
MI AVG 8
Rank #195 / 264
3.0
Facility 3.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #208 / 264
Welltower Opco Group LLC
StoryPoint Birmingham
MC
AL
Birmingham
128
Facility 128
MI AVG 77
Rank #44 / 304
Yes
49
Facility 49
MI AVG 38
Rank #121 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 12
Rank #9 / 217
A+12
25
Facility 25
MI AVG 8
Rank #239 / 264
2.1
Facility 2.1
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #196 / 264
2400 East Lincoln St Opco LLC
Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Grosse Pointe Woods
78
Facility 78
MI AVG 77
Rank #136 / 304
Yes
77
Facility 77
MI AVG 38
Rank #21 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #90 / 217
-4
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #61 / 264
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #42 / 264
Welltower Opco Group LLC
Allegria Village
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Dearborn
132
Facility 132
MI AVG 77
Rank #39 / 304
No
52
Facility 52
MI AVG 38
Rank #106 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
MI AVG 12
Rank #83 / 217
B-11
21
Facility 21
MI AVG 8
Rank #255 / 264
1.9
Facility 1.9
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #226 / 264
Hfv Opco, LLC
Gardenview
MC
AL
RC
Calumet
61
Facility 61
MI AVG 77
Rank #175 / 304
Yes
40
Facility 40
MI AVG 38
Rank #168 / 381
Studio
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #90 / 217
-5
4
Facility 4
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 264
0.8
Facility 0.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 264
Calumet Operating, LLC
Bickford of Shelby Township
MC
AL
Shelby Township (Shelby Charter Township)
74
Facility 74
MI AVG 77
Rank #142 / 304
Yes
33
Facility 33
MI AVG 38
Rank #211 / 381
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #90 / 217
B-4
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #83 / 264
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #83 / 264
Bickford Of Shelby, LLC

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other MI memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 393 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of StoryPoint Novi

At StoryPoint Nova MI, the residents are at the heart of everything that they do. Their values are based on giving the best care to their residents while also allowing them to have independence to do what they want. In their environment, seniors can be refreshed and relax from the private sleeping quarters to the shared spaces where there are gorgeous views to enjoy while socializing.

Several amenities like an on-site beauty salon and barber shop are also available, as well as a library. Additionally, activities are also held in this community for the enjoyment and engagement of the residents. Whatever the preference is, there is always something for all seniors at StoryPoint Nova MI.

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Overview of Brookdale Utica

Located along Northpointe Boulevard near Lakeside Mall, Brookdale Utica is a great place for seniors to live well, offering a range of options for interesting activities and engaging people. The community is designed to feel like home, with cozy apartment spaces filled with natural light, chef-inspired meals, and staff available 24/7 for emergencies. Assisted living residents receive help with daily activities and household tasks, while memory care residents live in secure, apartment-like homes with support from associates trained to care for those with cognitive challenges.

Residents can fill their days with a variety of activities, from fitness classes and word games to puzzle-solving in the game room, finding the people they share these experiences with to be what truly makes the difference. The community’s dining program provides delicious, nutritionally-balanced meals, with memory care residents benefiting from personal assistance, consistent seating, and a sense of belonging. By combining a comfortable, home-like environment with personalized care and engaging activities, Brookdale Utica empowers seniors to live their best lives, upgrading their lifestyle and fostering meaningful connections.

$4,030/Month

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Overview of Downriver Estates Senior Living

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.

Starting Price $3,995/Month

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Overview of Maple Ridge Manor of Lowell

Maple Ridge Manor of Lowell provides assisted living, Hospice Care, and Memory Care in Lowell, MI. Assisted living helps with daily tasks, Memory Care offers a secured setting with supervision, and Hospice Care focuses on comfort at the end of life, so the community may suit someone who needs daily assistance, dementia related supervision, or hospice support.

The community has 83 beds, with Studio, One Bedroom, One Bedroom Deluxe, and Memory Care Studio layouts available. Studios place sleeping and living in one space, while one bedroom layouts separate those areas, giving residents a distinct living space apart from the bedroom.

A Walk Score of 61 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to make occasional independent trips nearby. Maple Ridge Manor of Lowell Land Holdings operates the community, and residents can request snacks or meals delivered to their rooms when they need or prefer to eat in their own space.

Contact Maple Ridge Manor Of Lowell

Overview of Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills

Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills is a senior living community conveniently located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, just outside Detroit. The community helps residents enjoy each day with a variety of programs and events, fresh cuisine, and gracious amenities, with room rates starting at $2,675 per month. At Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills, residents will find a welcoming team dedicated to meeting their needs and helping them realize their goals. The community is eager to share its stylish home with residents and their loved ones, offering a range of amenities, including a full-service beauty salon, bistro with a classic jukebox, wraparound porches, gazebo, and rec room. Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills offers different levels of care to meet various needs, with expert and loving attention from committed and long-tenured caregivers.

The community provides a variety of activities for everyone, from tea and trivia to boggle and board games, and walking. Residents living with mild to moderate memory loss can benefit from the extra support and structure of the Terrace Club Neighborhood, while those with more advanced memory loss can find a safe and secure environment in the Reminiscence Neighborhood. Holidays at Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills are a time for good food and family, with loved ones joining in celebrations and enjoying healthy and tasty meals. The community is a recipient of the “Be Safe Award” and is conveniently located in Bloomfield Hills, MI, just a few miles from downtown Birmingham, with easy access to shopping, theaters, restaurants, medical support, and rehabilitation centers.

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Overview of StoryPoint Birmingham

Committed to improving seniors’ quality of life, StoryPoint Birmingham in East Lincoln Street, Birmingham, MI, is an extraordinary senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Seniors enjoy a stress-free environment with a responsible and well-trained team taking care of their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. Moreover, the community works closely with seniors to craft a care plan that best matches their needs and preferences.

Participate in engaging activities and learn meaningful experiences with people from diverse backgrounds for a happier and more active retirement. Here, residents have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. StoryPoint Birmingham is a safe place for seniors to spend their best years without worries.

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Overview of Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods

Operated by Welltower OpCo Group LLC, Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods is an assisted living community on Mack Avenue in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan. This 78-bed, two-story residence offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to fit different needs and preferences.

The neighborhood scores 77 for walkability, so most daily errands can be finished on foot. This walkability is particularly convenient for occupants and families valuing the ability to navigate the surrounding area without constant car reliance.

Inspections by Michigan’s Department of Senior Services show the facility complies with state requirements. Reviewers have inspected medication administration practices, recordkeeping protocols, and administrative notification procedures over the years, mirroring regulatory attention to operational detail and resident safety.

The best way to see floor plan options, meet staff, and get a feel for the home’s daily culture and offered services is for families considering Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods to tour it.

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Overview of Allegria Village

Allegria Village is a 55+ community in Dearborn, Michigan, for residents age 55 and older, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care and skilled nursing. Independent living combines private housing with community services but no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing and medication in the resident’s own apartment. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering, and nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. This range may be a good fit for someone whose support needs may increase, since residents can move between care levels without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Medicare can cover eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid can help an eligible resident whose savings may not cover a long stay; private pay uses the resident’s or family’s own funds. Staffing is available 24 hours a day, including overnight, and total nurse staffing is 4 hours 16 minutes per resident daily. Those figures represent daily hands-on nursing time and the share delivered by licensed nurses, while a doctor on staff gives residents access to physician services within the community.

Housing choices include studios and apartments with one or two bedrooms. A studio gives one resident a single private space, a one-bedroom separates the sleeping and living areas, and a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together. Rehabilitation services support recovery after an illness or injury, with short-term rehabilitation available for a time-limited recovery stay. Respite care provides a temporary place to stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering.

Allegria Village has 132 beds and was at 53% occupancy when that percentage was calculated, meaning the community was not full at that time. Families will still want to ask whether space is currently available at the particular care level they need. Its Walk Score is 52 out of 100, so the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be completed on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives some ability to reach everyday destinations independently. HFV Opco, LLC operates the community.

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Overview of Gardenview

Gardenview offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Calumet, MI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident has a studio of their own. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time or a family needing short term support. Gardenview has 61 beds and studio housing, giving each resident a single private living space. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Pets are allowed, so a resident may live with a pet, and Calumet Operating runs the community.

Contact Gardenview

Overview of Bickford of Shelby Township

Bickford of Shelby Township offers assisted living and memory care in Shelby Township, Michigan. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private room, whereas memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Montessori Memory Care is a named program. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 74 beds and offers private rooms, giving each resident a single private living space. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet as part of the move.

Salon services, outdoor spaces, and wellness programs give residents places for personal care, time outside, and structured health activities. A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

Bickford of Shelby Township is operated by Bickford of Shelby, and Gretchin Mager serves as director.

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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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Memory Care in Michigan at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 38/ 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: 77The 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 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 393 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.