Page 27 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Grosse Pointe Woods
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
St Clair Shores
80
Facility 80
MI AVG 77
Rank #128 / 304
No
73
Facility 73
MI AVG 38
Rank #25 / 381
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-----
Michigan Masonic Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Alma
124
Facility 124
MI AVG 77
Rank #51 / 304
No
67
Facility 67
MI AVG 38
Rank #41 / 381
--A+11
14
Facility 14
MI AVG 8
Rank #199 / 264
1.3
Facility 1.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #120 / 264
ShorePointe
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
St Clair Shores
200
Facility 200
MI AVG 77
Rank #6 / 304
No
54
Facility 54
MI AVG 38
Rank #98 / 381
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-----
Regency at Jackson
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Jackson
141
Facility 141
MI AVG 77
Rank #29 / 304
No
71
Facility 71
MI AVG 38
Rank #30 / 381
Private Rooms-----
Clark Retirement at Keller Lake
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Rapids (East Paris)
182
Facility 182
MI AVG 77
Rank #11 / 304
Yes
34
Facility 34
MI AVG 38
Rank #202 / 381
1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+---
Brookdale Farmington Hills North II
MC
Farmington Hills
32
Facility 32
MI AVG 77
Rank #229 / 304
Yes
5
Facility 5
MI AVG 38
Rank #361 / 381
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15
Facility 15
MI AVG 8
Rank #209 / 264
1.9
Facility 1.9
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #174 / 264
Brookdale Ann Arbor
MC
AL
Ann Arbor
82
Facility 82
MI AVG 77
Rank #126 / 304
Yes
58
Facility 58
MI AVG 38
Rank #73 / 381
1 Bed / 2 Bed--5--
American House Carpenter
MC
AL
IL
RC
Ypsilanti (Mitchell)
-Yes
60
Facility 60
MI AVG 38
Rank #65 / 381
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
MI AVG 12
Rank #53 / 217
A+---
American House Sterling Heights
MC
HOS
IL
RC
Sterling Heights
-Yes
63
Facility 63
MI AVG 38
Rank #54 / 381
1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
MI AVG 12
Rank #53 / 217
A+---
Brentwood at Niles
MC
AL
RC
Niles
80
Facility 80
MI AVG 77
Rank #128 / 304
Yes
85
Facility 85
MI AVG 38
Rank #7 / 381
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #90 / 217
-4
14
Facility 14
MI AVG 8
Rank #199 / 264
3.5
Facility 3.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #233 / 264

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 Michigan Masonic Home

Located in Alma, Michigan, Michigan Masonic Home is a nursing home that provides skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. The community provides nursing services for those who require ongoing clinical support. Those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are also welcome in a supervised setting.

Furthermore, palliative care provides comfort and symptom management for residents with serious illness, while respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services are also available to help improve residents’ ability to function.

The community has 124 beds and is currently at 51.6% occupancy. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families those payment paths for covered or privately funded care.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 67 makes the area somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some outings independently.

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Overview of Brookdale Farmington Hills North II

Brookdale Farmington Hills North II is a memory care community in Farmington Hills, MI. Memory care provides a supervised setting for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, and the community may be a good fit for someone who needs that specialized support. The community has 32 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Memory care starts at $3,495 per month. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary support while traveling or recovering. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs in the community’s spaces.

Residents can use the beauty and barber shop, courtyard and garden, greenhouse, and piano. Activities include greenhouse visits, garden walks, piano time, and joyful movement, while the Clare Bridge program and EngagementPlus activities provide named programming options. Dementia-friendly menus, personal adaptations, gentle prompts, and supportive tools shape the dining experience for residents who need assistance during meals. Brookdale Senior Living Communities operates the community.

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Brookdale Ann Arbor

2190 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Overview of Brookdale Ann Arbor

Nestled in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Brookdale Ann Arbor provides customized assisted living and memory care services for seniors looking for a little more care with a lot more luxury. The community offers a fun, engaging calendar of events and activities, allowing residents to explore their passions or discover new ones in a pet-friendly environment with restaurant-style dining and opportunities to build new social circles, all with easy access to nearby shopping and restaurants.

Assisted living residents receive help with daily tasks like personal grooming and medication management, while memory care focuses on creating a personalized experience that empowers residents with a sense of meaning and purpose. When residents move into the memory care community, their world often opens up with new relationships and activities tailored to their needs. The community’s active social program includes book clubs, fitness classes, card games, and specialized activities for memory care residents, like poetry slam and gardening. Residents savor restaurant-style dining with seasonal, healthy menu options, including their own suggestions and family recipes. By combining personalized care with an engaging, luxurious lifestyle.

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Overview of Regency at Jackson

Regency at Jackson is a nursing home in Jackson, MI, offering long-term care, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s home-like setting ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. Residents also experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with dietitian-approved meals, comprehensive therapies, and social services. Along with a well-trained care team, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents recover and return to their routines with ease.

Light exercises, fun gatherings, and therapeutic activities ensure residents can stay active and have fun. A garden, a beauty/ barber shop, and a courtyard are among the top-notch amenities that aim to keep residents relaxed and safe. The community is also easily accessible, as it is located near restaurants, shops, and public transportation in the peaceful residential area of Jackson. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Michigan, especially with its commitment to improving older adults’ quality of life.

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Overview of Brentwood at Niles

Brentwood at Niles offers assisted living, Memory Care, and Respite Care in Niles, MI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory Care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while Respite Care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of assisted living and Memory Care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time because care can continue within the same community; Respite Care can also suit a family seeking short-term support. Brentwood at Niles has 80 beds. Pets are allowed, which lets a resident continue living with a pet.

Weekly outings include trips to local restaurants, shopping trips, and outdoor activities, giving residents planned opportunities to dine out, shop, and spend time outdoors. Hospice Coordination helps arrange hospice services for a resident who needs them. A Walk Score of 85 / 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. GAHC3 Niles MI ALF TRS Sub operates Brentwood at Niles.

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Overview of Clark Retirement at Keller Lake

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI, Clark Retirement at Keller Lake is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their unique needs around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

A variety of entertainment options, including fun games and local trips, are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially engaged. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy, chef-prepared meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is surrounded by lush green spaces where residents can walk and relax, creating the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Grosse Pointe Woods

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Grosse Pointe Woods is a nursing home in Grosse Pointe, MI, that offers hospice care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s warm and supportive environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for. With full-service dining options, housekeeping, and laundry, residents have a maintenance-free living. Dedicated to residents’ recovery and rehabilitation, the community goes above and beyond to get to know residents’ needs and habits to develop individualized care plans.

Exercises, social events, and enrichment activities ensure residents can live actively and have fun. With cozy lounges, activity spaces, and a variety of private and semi-private rooms, residents have more spaces to rest and connect with the community. Restaurants, shops, a bank, and schools are also located in the area, providing quick access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home helps older adults thrive through exceptional quality of care, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Michigan.

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ShorePointe

26001 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, MI 48081
Overview of ShorePointe

ShorePointe is a nursing home in St. Clair Shores, MI, offering hospice care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a home-like atmosphere. With 24/7 care, concierge services, and nutritious meals, residents can focus on their recovery and rehabilitation. Along with a multidisciplinary care team, residents also receive the best possible care tailored to their needs and habits.

Religious services, bingo, and exercises help residents maintain their spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being. Residents can also connect with friends and relax with a hair salon, an ice parlor, and outdoor courtyards. Situated near restaurants, shops, and public transportation in the residential area of St. Clair Shores, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. Providing high standards of care for older adults’ welfare, this nursing home is a great choice for senior living in Michigan.

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American House Sterling Heights

11255 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Overview of American House Sterling Heights

American House Sterling Heights provides independent living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Sterling Heights, MI. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care centers on comfort and support, and respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow from independent living to memory care, or for a family needing a temporary respite stay. Housing options include one-bed and two-bed residences, with the two-bed layout able to suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident moving with a pet can keep that companion in the community.

A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. American House Sterling Heights is family-operated.

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American House Carpenter

3470 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Overview of American House Carpenter

Enjoy every minute of your golden years at American House Carpenter, a blissful senior living community in Ypsilanti, MI, offering independent living, assisted living, respite stays, and hospice care coordination. Here, residents can choose from a variety of cozy and secure apartments and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with housekeeping, laundry and linen taken care of. Residents are guaranteed to receive every care that they need to stay on top of their well-being with access to an array of medical services and personalized care plans tailored to their needs.

American House Carpenter conducts a variety of fun-filled and stimulating activities, complemented with a broad range of wonderful amenities to make sure residents maintain an energetic and healthy lifestyle. Residents benefit from an on-site salon & barbershop, beautifully landscaped private park, and cozy common areas for entertaining families and community events. The chefs also diligently create a menu that caters to individual dietary needs and tastes, ensuring residents enjoy healthy and delicious meals. Whether you want to stay active or relax comfortably, American House Carpenter has it all for you.

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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.