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If your loved one needs memory care in Custer, A Place for Mom can help. With 36 memory care facilities in Custer, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Custer incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Custer memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Custer, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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This is from my perspective...however since my 96 year old mother is checking herself out Friday...against my wishes...she would give a different point of view. She wanted to go home and took very little...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Designed for retirees and seniors, you will find that Chestnut Fields provides the very best in retirement living with a focus on independent and personalized living spaces within a community atmosphere.  The unique "Town Square" concept features an interior streets cape complete with...
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Cost of memory care in Custer, MI

The average cost of senior living in Custer is $3,741 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fremont, MI with an average of $3,184 per month.

Memory care costs in Custer, MI, vs. nearby cities

Custer, MI
$3,741/mo
$3,879/mo

Memory care costs in Custer, MI, vs. state and national averages

Custer, MI
$3,741/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Custer, MI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,741/mo

Memory care costs in Custer, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,139/mo
Studio
$4,750/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,734/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,612/mo

Senior living costs in Custer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Custer, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCuster, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$3,741/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,684/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,535/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Custer, MI:$3,741/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Custer, MI:$3,684/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Custer, MI:$3,535/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Custer, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Custer and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Custer, MI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Custer have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Custer, MI$5,628/mo$5,182/mo+8.6%
Michigan$5,272/mo$5,079/mo+3.8%
National$5,633/mo$5,504/mo+2.4%
Custer, MI
2024 average cost:$5,628/mo
2023 average cost:$5,182/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,272/mo
2023 average cost:$5,079/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,633/mo
2023 average cost:$5,504/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Custer

Recent reviews for memory care in Custer

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0
Upon touring the facility i was visiting a family member that was end of life. The staff was wonderful and offered me a courtesy cart on her room so I wouldn’t have to leave my mothers side. That meant a lot to me as her time was very short. After the passing the care staff was very comforting ...
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Custer review score based on 91 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 91 reviews of 31 Custer memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Custer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Custer review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Custer, MI31 facilities
8.6
Scottville, MI32 facilities
8.8
Fountain, MI30 facilities

Review subcategories for Custer memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 91 reviews of 31 Custer memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Custer resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Custer, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.1
Friendliness
4.7
4.3
Care services
4.3
3.9
Staff
4.5
4.1
Meals & dining
4.2
3.8
Activities
4.2
3.8
Value for cost*
4.1
3.8
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Custer memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Custer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Custer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Custer memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Custer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
29%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.7%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.8%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Custer memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Custer Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Custer, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.8%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.7%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Custer memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Custer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Custer, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.2%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.9%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Custer memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Custer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Custer, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.9%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Custer memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Custer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Custer, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.9%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.5%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.1%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.9%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.4%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
19.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
31.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Custer

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Michigan memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Custer protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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