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The overall experience was not great for my family, but that doesn't mean it wouldn't be great for others. My dad had cancer at that time. The facility is an hour away from the hospital. The facility did not...
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.
Northport Highlands is an assisted living community strategically located in the picturesque town of Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan. Our community is located on a gorgeous 16-acre campus overlooking the legendary Grand Transverse Bay. With a fine harbor and park, antique shops, full...
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I liked this community for the care that my friend received from this caring community. The staff was nice and very patient to his needs. They offered a good variety of healthy meals to the residents....
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.
Here at Eastport Village, we put our resident's health & happiness first. We believe it is essential to provide an active fulfilling safe environment. We want to care for your family like they are our own.It is our mission to help your loved one maintain a happy active life with...
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I was extremely nervous about moving my parent into the Boyne City facility from reading the reviews. My Mother has been there for three months now and absolutely loves it!!! They are under new management...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Brook of Boyne City is an assisted living community located in Boyne City, MI. Boyne City is situated on the southeast end of Lake Charlevoix's east arm, and is known for its cultural heritage, unique eats and exciting events and festivals. Home to the Boyne River, much of the city's culture...
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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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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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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Cost of assisted living in Central Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Central Lake is $3,791 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wolverine, MI with an average of $3,233 per month.

Assisted living costs in Central Lake, MI, vs. nearby cities

Central Lake, MI
$3,791/mo
$3,582/mo
$3,791/mo

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

Central Lake, MI
$3,791/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Central Lake, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,791/mo
$3,919/mo

Assisted living costs in Central Lake, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,950/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,500/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,100/mo

Senior living costs in Central Lake 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: Central Lake, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentral Lake, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,791/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,919/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,915/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Central Lake, MI:$3,791/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Central Lake, MI:$3,919/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Central Lake, MI:$3,915/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Central Lake, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Central Lake 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 Central Lake, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Central Lake 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
Central Lake, MI$6,825/mo$7,500/mo-9.0%
Michigan$4,541/mo$4,557/mo-0.4%
National$4,590/mo$4,624/mo-0.7%
Central Lake, MI
2024 average cost:$6,825/mo
2023 average cost:$7,500/mo
Percent change:-9.0%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,541/mo
2023 average cost:$4,557/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,590/mo
2023 average cost:$4,624/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Central Lake, MI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Central Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Central Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Central Lake

Northport Highlands

4.0
My father had very good care despite a few nights left up in his chair late into the evening. Food was not very good but we supplemented. The kitchen in his room came in handy. Staff was helpful and caring but a little short staffed. Administrative staff was terrific. The facility was more than ...
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The Brook of Boyne City

5.0
So far everything at The Brook of Boyne City has been a 5! The staff here are very nice and friendly, and very respectful towards the people they are looking after. The facility is clean and well kept. They also seem to have a good variety of activities, although my loved one does not personally ...
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Central Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central Lake, 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 Central Lake 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 Central Lake 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
80%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Central Lake 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 Central Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central Lake 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 Central Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Central Lake 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 Central Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Central Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central Lake 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 Central Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Central Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Central Lake

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 Central Lake protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Northport Highlands, Eastport Village Care Home and The Brook of Boyne City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Central Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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