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

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The owner and staff are top notch! They are experienced, trained caregivers who are kind and friendly to residents and their families. We are grateful that our family member. (my grandma) is a resident.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Hutcheson ManorYour Home away from HomeYour Nursing Home AlternativeWelcome!Hutcheson Manor is your home away from home. We are your alternative to a nursing facility—we are quite the opposite. What makes us different?Quality Care You ExpectOur home is a small, licensed adult foster care home for...
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My Mom has been a resident for 8 years at the Oasis. I visit almost every day because Mom has dementia and I think it really helps...most days anyway. The staff goes out if their way to learn about the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Pines of Clarkston is an Assisted Living and Memory Care facility that serves residents and families throughout Southeastern Michigan.Our goal is to create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for our residents, offering their loved ones peace of mind.Our Assisted Living community, The...
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9.6
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55 reviews
9.6
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I would give a "5" for each category. The Bradford is very clean. The caregivers are the kindest and very attentive. They treat the residents beautifully. The food is very good and is presented in a lovely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Bradford Senior Living stops at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping. Look around and you'll notice fresh flowers throughout the...
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From day one, the staff has made us feel welcome and supported. They treat our mom with such kindness and respect and it shows and how happy and calm she has. It’s comforting to know she’s in good hands.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
There comes a time in one’s life when assistance is as welcome as it is a necessity. At Windemere Park of Oakland, the one you love is our VIP. It is our profession and our pleasure to provide dignity, comfort and compassion with customized care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Windemere is a...
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The title of this review is my response when asked how my husband is doing. He is safe as there is always an "eye" or "ear" making sure he is protected. My husband is happy because all his needs and most of...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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66 Floor plans available
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Experience has been hit or miss. Great interactions in person. Very attentive to care for my family member. Hard to reach via phone for updates and or questions. Overall resident housekeeping is less than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Addington Place of Clarkston, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, our seasoned and dedicated staff, first-rate...
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9.3
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What we like the most about the community is that It felt comfortable and the residents were encouraged to come into the community areas and make friends.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
StoryPoint Birmingham is a modern, multi–story senior living community. The abundant windows on the community building brings in plenty of natural light throughout the day. Situated near Kennings Park, this community provides a serene atmosphere while keeping important local attractions and...
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Great people - easy to work with. Very accommodating. Staff is VERY friendly - everyone seems to know all the residents My father doesn't participate in the activities very much, but they have activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield HillsSunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield Hills is located in beautiful Bloomfield Hills, Oakland County, Michigan. Beautiful inside and out, much like our residents, we take pride in our community. There is an area where you or your loved one can spend time...
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I am so pleased with the overall experience at Flourish Collection at Oakland. My parent transitioned so easily and is very happy there. It is beautiful inside and always clean. The activities are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
MissionTo celebrate the BOLD and amazing journey where life blooms everyday.Assisted & Memory Care Residences, where attentive care and personal serenity of your loved one is the foundation of Blossom Springs. Care, comfort and security is what families have come to expect from Moceri's...
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The facility is very well maintained and clean. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy and everyone is super nice! Lots of activities if you choose to participate. Healthy and delicious...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With over a sixty-year history of caring, Lourdes Senior Community remains committed to providing leading-edge senior care for future generations.We offer:-Independent Living Apartments-Assisted Living Apartments-Memory Care Studios-Beautiful Grounds-On Site Health Clinic-Activities-Restorative...
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In my experience with Canterbury on the Lake, is that when my Father decided to transition into a Retirement Community, and was not forced, he was not very Social and Outgoing, since moving into this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Canterbury-on-the-Lake is a senior living retirement community, with Independent Living apartments, Assisted Living apartments, skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation — all under one roof. We have providing care in Waterford for 20 years.Canterbury-on-the-Lake is managed by managed by...
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9.2
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The facilities are always clean. The activities fit [name removed] very well. She especially likes the walking club everyday, the new flyer they put out every day that includes activities for the day, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Excellent communication with nursing staff, Jan especially. I don't hear any comments that the food is bad...I've seen the menu printed up for lunch and dinner so you know what is offered. I know they offer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Conveniently located just off I-696 and Route 10 in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Fairmont Senior Living of Farmington Hills offers Assisted Living and Memory Care services tailored to the individual needs of each resident who calls our community home.Fairmont Senior Living offers a continuum of...
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My mom was number 10, it was a new place. It just took them awhile to get there act together. They did a good job. Clean, friendly staff. Food was good, sometimes it was hard for the elderly to eat
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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We had a great experience. We could not have chosen a better end of life situation for my mother. The staff was very caring. The food was amazing. It was a well kept, attractive facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our promise is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect. We strive to preserve our residents’ independence, health, safety, individuality and happiness. Waltonwood is family owned and operated so we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care...
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The staff have been very helpful in getting mom settled. It was extremely emotional. Other facilities like to bash Waltonwood University as being an old facility. Yes it's 35 years old but it has mature...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxury Senior Living. At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to exceed their expectations. We are...
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It is a spacious, and newer facility, lots of rooms you can have family functions in, the place smells good, they will do laundry daily if needed...the only complaint was the nurse director was never around...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
This is senior living like you’ve never seen it before. Where people remain connected to each other and fully engaged in the things they enjoy. Nestled in a developed, walkable neighborhood and designed to bring people together, The Avalon of Bloomfield Township is a warm, upscale living...
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1010 Photos available
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8.8
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32 reviews
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I have Lots Lots of years Little longer I'm getting more older my caregiver [name removed] She help if I have weakness If I become old lady with my husband [name removed] he become old man I lot lots of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provision Living of West West Bloomfield is a 102-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. With both independent living, assisted living and memory care services, residents have their choice of purposefully designed studio and...
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8.7
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53 reviews
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The staff at Brookdale was wonderful. The Managing team were cohesive, provided information on our loved ones conditions and try their best to make Brookdale a home for those who need assisted living. And,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
A full life, lived well.Our community offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care in scenic Troy, Michigan. Troy is a great city to call home, with plenty of recreational opportunities available for all ages. Our town consistently ranks as one of the safest cities in Michigan and the nation, and has...
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Clean facility!! Great staff. Nice size room. I would absolutely recommend this community to others who are currently searching for a place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A charming, relaxing one-story community that truly feels like home, American House Elmwood located west of Crooks Road, is ideally situated near family and friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are also located near...
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I have been here from the beginning. 6+ years. I love the ambience I ride my bike all over. I love serve staff. Always courteous. Love front desk restaurants sometimes good. Too much garlic and spice for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Blossom Ridge has set a new benchmark in senior living in Southeast Michigan as demand for superior quality senior living communities continue to grow. The opening of Blossom Ridge in April 2019 marks an important shift in Retirement, Independent and Assisted living options for seniors 55 and...
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Volante Assisted Living of Lake Orion has exceeded all my expectations as a son seeking the best for my elderly mom. From the moment I arrived, I felt warmth and positivity from both the staff and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Discover a vibrant senior living community that puts you first!Experience independence and empowerment in an engaging social environment where we prioritize a person-centered approach and offer a wealth of amenities. Visit us now and take the first step towards the enriching and fulfilling...
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I wanted to do a shout out to Avalon. My step-mum has been in Assisted Living there for over 18 months and both she and are family are extremely happy. My step Mum has moderate dementia , but is still...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Life flourishes at The Avalon of Auburn Hills. Residents enjoy an abundance of amenities including a chapel, workshop, on-site theatre, chef prepared meals and more — all incorporated into a vibrant city boulevard and town center design. The Avalon of Auburn Hills is where seniors can find the...
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22 Floor plans available
8.4
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52 reviews
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First, [name removed] from [community removed] helped us find an opening at Courtyard of Auburn Hills as her facility didn't have an immediate opening and offered to transfer my sister in law when one became...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Randall Residence of Auburn Hills offers a comprehensive state licensed assisted living program that provides personalized care and activities that are designed to enrich the daily living of our residents. We provide our residents with a home-like safe and secure environment in one story homes...
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33 Floor plans available
8.3
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20 reviews
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I see Somerset having a very friendly and helpful staff, up and down. The facility is clean and well maintained. My elderly is at the right spot. I am however noticing the staff, except for the site...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Maximize your independence and well-being by minimizing the hassles and headaches! Just a stone's throw from world-class shopping, dining and entertainment and across the street from the Troy Community Center, Stonecrest of Troy is inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of the City. Stonecrest of...
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Cost of memory care in Pontiac, MI

The average cost of senior living in Pontiac is $5,190 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Royal Oak, MI with an average of $5,079 per month.

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

Pontiac, MI
$5,190/mo

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

Pontiac, MI
$5,190/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,190/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,541/mo
Studio
$5,528/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,351/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,255/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,650/mo

Senior living costs in Pontiac 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: Pontiac, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typePontiac, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$5,190/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,283/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,992/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Pontiac, MI:$5,190/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Pontiac, MI:$4,283/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Pontiac, MI:$3,992/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Pontiac, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Pontiac 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.

Pontiac, MIMI stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Pontiac, MI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Pontiac 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pontiac, MI$6,318/mo$6,476/mo-2.4%
Michigan$5,958/mo$5,859/mo+1.7%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Pontiac, MI
2024 average cost:$6,318/mo
2023 average cost:$6,476/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,958/mo
2023 average cost:$5,859/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Pontiac

Recent reviews for memory care in Pontiac

Blossom Ridge in Oakland Charter Township, MI

5.0
We feel that our loved ones are safe at Blossom Ridge and that the staff love them, it is just not a job for them they actually show genuine care and concern. They have great musical activities and the daily activities are starting to come back from all the covid limitations. The value for the ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Hampton Manor of Commerce in Commerce Charter Twp, MI

5.0
I toured last week! Such a beautiful building! Its brand new and the Administrator [name removed] is informed and friendly! Highly suggest this place!!

Pontiac review score based on 310 family reviews

8.1
Review score57 facilities310 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 310 reviews of 57 Pontiac memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pontiac 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

Pontiac review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Pontiac, MI57 facilities
8.0
Auburn Hills, MI46 facilities
8.3
Sylvan Lake, MI65 facilities

Review subcategories for Pontiac 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 310 reviews of 57 Pontiac memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Pontiac 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.
Pontiac, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.8
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Pontiac memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pontiac memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.9%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
78.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
56.1%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.2%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pontiac 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 Pontiac Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.6%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pontiac 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 Pontiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.2%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
68.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.2%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.6%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Pontiac 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 Pontiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pontiac, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.2%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
52.6%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.8%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pontiac 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 Pontiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pontiac, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.4%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.2%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.2%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
45.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.4%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Pontiac

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 Pontiac protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Hutcheson Manor, The Pines of Clarkston Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Bradford Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Pontiac, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 60 memory care facilities near Pontiac, Michigan. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Pontiac, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, StoryPoint Clinton Township and Sunrise of Shelby Township. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 60 memory care facilities near you in Pontiac, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Pontiac, Michigan, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Pontiac, Michigan, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Pontiac, Michigan ranges from $847 to $94000. The average Memory Care cost in Pontiac, Michigan is $5,190. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Pontiac, Michigan typically starts at $847. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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