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My family and loved one had a good experience with The Sugarbush Manor. The staff are friendly, respectful, accommodating, helpful, and compassionate. There are activities and meals provided to assist with...
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.
Located on the McLaren Health Campus, Sugarbush Manor provides 14 private rooms with private half-baths. We are able to provide all the assistance with daily life for our residents and can accommodate a large variety of physical and memory care needs.We offer a wonderful homelike environment with...
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I feel the people were awesome. The staff was available 24 by 7 for the resident's care. I was so pleased with Butternut Tree. They had so many activities for the residents to choose from. The staff...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lovely family home, on a quiet cul-de-sac. . Close to hospitals, medical offices, shopping district. . Bright, light-filled, profesionally decorated rooms: Private & companion bedroom suites waiting to be decorated with personal belongings. (No institutional smells, impersonal hallways, etc.) ....
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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We chose Caremore of Flint Assisted Living because the atmosphere, we got a great first impression feeling when walking in. The staff and owners were also very friendly and helpful and willing to work with...
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.
Caremore family has been serving the communities for over a decade. We are licensed by the State of Michigan. Our communities are located in convenient and safe residential areas that offer a comfortable home-like atmosphere which allows our staff to provide individualized care to each resident,...
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Bolingbrook Manor is a very well clean Place great place good meals some people just get upset when their loved ones get evictions for the third time and the new owner is very professional and knows her...
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.
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We moved our dad here in December of 2019. He recently passed away. Our family is so grateful for the compassion of the staff.
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.
We are an all-inclusive Assisted Living/Memory Care campus. We are dedicated to providing your loved ones with the ultimate in dignity, self-fulfillment and quality of care. Our Montessori-based approach to dementia care is unparalleled in our community and our seniors enjoy a very individualized...
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After touring numerous facilities, my mom and I chose The Oaks to bring my father for therapy after an extended hospital stay. We were referred to The Oaks from a neighbour who had been a patient there for...
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.
Conveniently located near a variety of places to eat, shop, and explore, The Oaks at Woodfield is proud to be a part of Grand Blanc, Michigan’s close-knit community. Along with enjoying a variety of five-star amenities on our campus grounds, our residents can often be found on outings around...
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My mother is doing extremely well since her move to this community. I'am very impressed with all they have done for us. The staff is great, and they are taking very good care of her. I know she is a safe,...
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.
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A few things I like most about Traditions are the excellent and caring staff. They have good activities and a great on-site nurse. I would recommend this place to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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I have nothing but good things to say about Edgewood. Everyone, from the kitchen staff to the director treated my husband and me like family. They had meaningful activities. Someone was always available...
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.
Edgewood Assisted Living Center offers a variety of gracious living spaces and outstanding amenities. Customized services offers you or your loved one the care that matches their needs. You will find sun-filled rooms with gracious living spaces along with the level of care you need. Whether you...
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My husband mother after her fall a year ago was doing well until she fell again and was very confused. Found out she has progressive Dementia and was going to need more help than my husband & I could do. My...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Are you looking for a place to bring your loved one and leave with a mind free from worry? Well look no further. Rendon’s Young At Heart A.F.C. is dedicated to providing an environment where your loved one is catered to with dignity and respect. It is our desire to offer top quality care and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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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 Journey Of Dignity And GraceIt’s never easy to decide to transfer care of a family member to someone else, and it isn’t a responsibility we take lightly. At our memory care facility in Holly, Michigan, our kind and compassionate team develops deep and meaningful relationships with each and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Akron, MI
The average cost of senior living in Akron is $4,063 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Otter Lake, MI with an average of $3,915 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Akron, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Akron, MI vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Akron, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Akron
Recent reviews for assisted living in Akron
Meadows of Owosso
4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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His Caring Arms, LLC in Holly, MI
4.5
I find this facility to be clean, free of urine odor or others.I found the staff to be helpful and knowlegable about the patient and found the patient to be well taken care off. They show concern of the patient and recommend doctors visit when necessary, good communication with the doctor and ...
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Serene Gardens of Imlay City
4.3
I would recommend Angela's House to others for their loved ones. This appears to be a newer community. The food is really good here. The community is accommodating to the residents and family's requests. The staff were okay to work with if the family had questions or concerns about our loved ...
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Akron review score based on 353 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 353 reviews of 146 Akron assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Akron review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Akron review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Akron assisted living
When assisted living 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 353 reviews of 146 Akron assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Akron resident and family assisted living 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.Akron, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Akron assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, 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 Akron assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Akron 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.4%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.8%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.9%
54.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Akron assisted living
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 Akron Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.3%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Akron assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Akron partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.1%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.6%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.6%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Akron assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.2%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.4%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.4%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.3%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.9%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.5%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Akron
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Akron protect seniors.
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Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Akron, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 176 assisted living facilities near Akron, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Akron, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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