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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
A Lodge for Men, this six bed memory care home nestled among the scenic hardwoods of Traverse City has a decor that is fully masculine, mimicking the warm and rustic feel of a fishing cabin. The spacious bedrooms with attached full bathrooms are enhanced with a wildlife theme. The lodge features...
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Peace of mind is what our family has received since both of our parents became residents @ Bay Ridge. The staff has been wonderful. Both parents are in a safe, clean compassionate place. I can't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living*Must be 55 years of age or older*Affordable rental available*Basic monthly rental package*Includes transportation*Cable tv, social programs*24 hour emergency responseAssisted Living*Age requirement is 60 years old*24 hour / 7 days a week*Caring competent staff around the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
In Traverse City, Michigan, you will find Cherry Hill Haven, an alternative nursing care facility that values compassion, integrity, and independence. Our care for clients with memory ailments has earned us several awards and it is an honor we do not take lightly. The Alzheimer's Foundation of...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Cherry Hill Haven is located in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. Our assisted living facility specializes in caring for individuals with AlzheimerÆs disease, dementia and memory loss. We pride ourselves on providing excellent care while showing compassion and respect. Our staff of train...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Pretty in Pink, decorated with a bird theme and a feminine decor, Cherry Hill Haven II is a 10 bed home exclusively for women with cognitive impairments. The activities that most delight the ladies are word games and David on keyboard for sing-a-longs. The staff build trusting relationships with...
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My Mom and Dad stayed at Traverse Manor for almost 10 years, with my Dad passing first about 7 years ago. Many times they shared “this is the best place for us to be” through a series of family...
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.
Traverse ManorFind a relaxing, welcoming place to call home at Traverse Manor, located in Traverse City, Michigan, a modern, well-cared for assisted living community. We’re located just minutes from the big city but far enough away that you’ll enjoy a beautiful, nature filled environment on our...
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Cost of assisted living in Burgess, MI

The average cost of senior living in Burgess is $3,651 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mackinaw City, MI with an average of $2,813 per month.

Assisted living costs in Burgess, MI, vs. nearby cities

Burgess, MI
$3,651/mo
$3,742/mo

Assisted living costs in Burgess, MI, vs. state and national averages

Burgess, MI
$3,651/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Burgess, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,651/mo
$3,654/mo

Assisted living costs in Burgess, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,142/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,638/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,100/mo

Senior living costs in Burgess 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: Burgess, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBurgess, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,651/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,654/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,575/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Burgess, MI:$3,651/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Burgess, MI:$3,654/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Burgess, MI:$3,575/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Burgess, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Burgess 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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Assisted living cost trends in Burgess, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Burgess 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
Burgess, MI$6,159/mo$5,733/mo+7.4%
Michigan$4,650/mo$4,631/mo+0.4%
National$4,708/mo$4,546/mo+3.6%
Burgess, MI
2024 average cost:$6,159/mo
2023 average cost:$5,733/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,650/mo
2023 average cost:$4,631/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,708/mo
2023 average cost:$4,546/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Burgess, MI

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What families are saying about assisted living in Burgess

Recent reviews for assisted living in Burgess

Castle Rock Retirement Center in Saint Ignace, MI

5.0
My brother [name removed] is currently residing ion this community and I am very thankful and impressed with the care he is receiving here. The staff is very supportive and compassionate, the facility is very clean and well maintained and the meals are excellent. There is a great need for this ...
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The Brook Retirement of Gaylord

5.0
My mother-in-law is doing so well here and the changes we are seeing in her are wonderful. She is so much more social and active. There are a lot of amenities for the residents to take part in and she likes her apt which has a nice patio attached to it plus she enjoys going to the dining room, ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Burgess review score based on 27 family reviews

5.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 31 Burgess assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Burgess 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

Burgess review score compared against nearby cities

5.9
Burgess, MI31 facilities
5.9
Charlevoix, MI43 facilities
7.1
Petoskey, MI27 facilities

Review subcategories for Burgess 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 27 reviews of 31 Burgess assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Burgess 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.
Burgess, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Burgess assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Burgess assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Burgess, 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 Burgess 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 Burgess that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Burgess, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.9%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Burgess 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 Burgess Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Burgess, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Burgess 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 Burgess partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Burgess, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
22.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Burgess 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 Burgess communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Burgess, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Burgess 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 Burgess offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Burgess, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Burgess

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Burgess protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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