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Best Memory Care in Okemos, MI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 memory care communities in Okemos, 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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Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Okemos, MI our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Okemos, MI.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Okemos:
Assisted Living Nursing Homes Independent Living

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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Okemos, MI. 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: 236The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Okemos, MI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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.
Dobie Road
MC
NH
SNF
Okemos
236
Facility 236
MI AVG 74
Rank #3 / 428
No-Private / Semi-Private Rooms--
Bickford of Okemos
MC
AL
Okemos
-Yes
44
Facility 44
MI AVG 40
Rank #269 / 674
Private Rooms
17
Facility 17
MI AVG 14
Rank #93 / 295
A+

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MI community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Okemos.

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Overview of Dobie Road

Dobie Road – Ingham County Medical Care is a nursing home in Okemos, MI, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy. The community’s warm and supportive environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for throughout their stay. With 24-hour nursing care, nutritious meals, and top-notch therapy services, residents also receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Through customized care plans, the community doubles its efforts to get to know residents’ needs and habits to help them recover and live to their potential.

Exercise programs, social gatherings, and games provide residents with more opportunities to explore hobbies and make friends. Residents can also stay active and focus on their wellness, with first-class amenities like the water therapy pool, wellness trails, and spacious rooms. Nestled in the quiet residential area of Okemos, the community ensures residents have a laid-back lifestyle. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Michigan, this nursing home ensures older adults can thrive.

Phone: (517) 381-6100

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Overview of Bickford of Okemos
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Have a magnificent retirement with the scenic senior living community of Bickford of Okemos located in Township, MI, providing assisted living and memory care services. Its mission is to deviate from the reactive, expensive, and siloed senior care of today, with a focus on championing a higher standard for senior care. In terms of memory care, this community features Mary B’s Memory Care Neighborhood, an intimate and engaging environment that is designed specifically for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

The community with its compassionate and dedicated team works closely with the residents to meticulously craft care plans tailored to their preferences and needs. With exceptional amenities including easy access to healthcare professionals, delicious cuisine, and a stimulating calendar full of activities, residents can truly live life to the fullest. Bickford of Okemos’ nationally recognized senior health model is suitable for seniors looking for a worry-free retirement.

Phone: (517) 480-8427

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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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Okemos, MI

What is the average cost of memory care in Okemos, MI?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Okemos, MI is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Okemos, MI?

Memory care in Okemos, MI typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Okemos, MI?

Memory care communities in Okemos, MI typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 2 memory care communities in Okemos, MI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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