Best Memory Care in Michigan

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Jun 2026

We analyzed

245 homes in Michigan

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

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


Bickford of Canton	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.	Canton (Canton Township)	78 Facility 78 MI AVG 75 Rank #192 / 435	Yes	24 Facility 24 MI AVG 39 Rank #488 / 703	Private Rooms	8 Facility 8 MI AVG 22 Rank #124 / 182	A+	12	27 Facility 27 MI AVG 8 Rank #322 / 342	2.3 Facility 2.3 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #250 / 342	Bickford Of Canton, LLC
StoryPoint Northville	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.	Township Of Northville (Northville Charter Township)	103 Facility 103 MI AVG 75 Rank #117 / 435	Yes	45 Facility 45 MI AVG 39 Rank #267 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 182	A+	9	22 Facility 22 MI AVG 8 Rank #304 / 342	2.4 Facility 2.4 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #261 / 342	44600 Five Mile Rd Opco LLC
Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care	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.	Midland	66 Facility 66 MI AVG 75 Rank #228 / 435	Yes	2 Facility 2 MI AVG 39 Rank #672 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 182	A+	3	4 Facility 4 MI AVG 8 Rank #140 / 342	1.3 Facility 1.3 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #171 / 342	Waldo Avenue Opco LLC
StoryPoint Novi	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. 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.	Novi	116 Facility 116 MI AVG 75 Rank #89 / 435	Yes	38 Facility 38 MI AVG 39 Rank #341 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 182	A+	4	9 Facility 9 MI AVG 8 Rank #221 / 342	2.3 Facility 2.3 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #250 / 342	42400 W 12 Mile Rd Opco LLC
Freedom Village	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. 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Holland (Columbia Avenue)	62 Facility 62 MI AVG 75 Rank #238 / 435	Yes	68 Facility 68 MI AVG 39 Rank #82 / 703	1 Bed / 2 Bed	35 Facility 35 MI AVG 22 Rank #61 / 182	A+	4	0 Facility 0 MI AVG 8 Rank #1 / 342	0.0 Facility 0.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #1 / 342	Ccrc Opco-Holland, LLC
Allegria Village	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. 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Dearborn	132 Facility 132 MI AVG 75 Rank #55 / 435	No	52 Facility 52 MI AVG 39 Rank #201 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	4 Facility 4 MI AVG 22 Rank #131 / 182	D-	10	43 Facility 43 MI AVG 8 Rank #332 / 342	4.3 Facility 4.3 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #315 / 342	Hfv Opco, LLC
Gaslight Village Assisted Living & Memory Care	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.	Adrian	51 Facility 51 MI AVG 75 Rank #268 / 435	Yes	8 Facility 8 MI AVG 39 Rank #621 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	54 Facility 54 MI AVG 22 Rank #2 / 182	A+	6	13 Facility 13 MI AVG 8 Rank #262 / 342	2.2 Facility 2.2 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #248 / 342	Adrian Highway Opco LLC
StoryPoint Portage	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. 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.	Portage (West Portage)	40 Facility 40 MI AVG 75 Rank #290 / 435	Yes	9 Facility 9 MI AVG 39 Rank #614 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 182	A+	6	12 Facility 12 MI AVG 8 Rank #253 / 342	2.0 Facility 2.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #231 / 342	Senior Living Portage, LLC
Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care	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.	Mt Pleasant	57 Facility 57 MI AVG 75 Rank #255 / 435	Yes	7 Facility 7 MI AVG 39 Rank #636 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	13 Facility 13 MI AVG 22 Rank #116 / 182	A+	3	4 Facility 4 MI AVG 8 Rank #140 / 342	1.3 Facility 1.3 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #171 / 342	2378 S Lincoln Road Opco LLC
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South	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.	Holland (Apple Avenue)	174 Facility 174 MI AVG 75 Rank #20 / 435	Yes	29 Facility 29 MI AVG 39 Rank #438 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	28 Facility 28 MI AVG 22 Rank #77 / 182	A+	9	14 Facility 14 MI AVG 8 Rank #268 / 342	1.6 Facility 1.6 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #207 / 342	Appledorn Living Center LLC
Grandhaven Living Center	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.	Lansing	20 Facility 20 MI AVG 75 Rank #332 / 435	Yes	15 Facility 15 MI AVG 39 Rank #564 / 703	Suite	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 182	A+	4	4 Facility 4 MI AVG 8 Rank #140 / 342	1.0 Facility 1.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #139 / 342	Grandhaven Living Center LLC
Fairview Adult Foster Care	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.	Grand Ledge (Oneida Charter Township)	20 Facility 20 MI AVG 75 Rank #332 / 435	No	34 Facility 34 MI AVG 39 Rank #379 / 703	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	38 Facility 38 MI AVG 22 Rank #58 / 182	A+	5	4 Facility 4 MI AVG 8 Rank #140 / 342	0.8 Facility 0.8 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #123 / 342	Welcome Home, Inc.
Canterbury-on-the-Lake	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. 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Waterford Twp (Waterford Township)	128 Facility 128 MI AVG 75 Rank #62 / 435	No	22 Facility 22 MI AVG 39 Rank #508 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	31 Facility 31 MI AVG 22 Rank #69 / 182	A+	15	96 Facility 96 MI AVG 8 Rank #342 / 342	6.4 Facility 6.4 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #332 / 342	-
Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care	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.	Ludington (North Sherman Street)	20 Facility 20 MI AVG 75 Rank #332 / 435	Yes	42 Facility 42 MI AVG 39 Rank #300 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 182	A+	2	0 Facility 0 MI AVG 8 Rank #1 / 342	0.0 Facility 0.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #1 / 342	Sherman Opco LLC
Lynwood Manor	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. 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Adrian (Kimole Lane)	84 Facility 84 MI AVG 75 Rank #175 / 435	No	12 Facility 12 MI AVG 39 Rank #594 / 703	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	15 Facility 15 MI AVG 22 Rank #114 / 182	A+	6	42 Facility 42 MI AVG 8 Rank #331 / 342	7.0 Facility 7.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #334 / 342	-

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these memory care communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 245 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.

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