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Photo of Cranberry Park of Clio Assisted Living
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My friend entered Cranberry Park in August 2023 coming from a horrible experience at Fenton Healthcare. He received respect and genuine care, he could not believe the huge difference in care here....
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.
Cranberry Park's beautiful building was built in January of 2011. We are located on the north side of Vienna road, just East of down town and 10 miles from Frankenmuth in northern Genessee County. Cranberry Park is a 20 bed facility, you will be amazed when you walk in at how beautiful and...
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Big facility with lots to do from the look of it. Happy to see that the activities director is active on a daily basis with all the residents and the food smelled great during my visit. Housekeepers and...
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.
Bay City Comfort Care is a state-of-the-art facility located on Shrestha Drive sprawling over 38,000 square feet of immaculately designed space. Designed to feel like a luxury resort, with a floor plan that encourages community interactions, you’ll fit right in. Our state-of-the-art facility is...
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My father receives physical, speech and occupational therapy each week in house. The therapist are wonderful. The facility is newly renovated and very clean. Additional services offered make all the...
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.
Bavarian Comfort Care is an assisted living community in peaceful Bridgeport, Saginaw County, Michigan. Bridgeport is a small unincorporated community located right outside of Saginaw. The area offers quick access to Interstate 75 and Highway 46. Bavarian Comfort Care is located at the corner...
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Oh, so much nicer, cleaner, friendlier, and caring than previous nursing home experiences this last 6 months. They had 5 stars but can't imagine where they got them. Barss is the very best and my husband...
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.
Barss Residential in Fort Gratiot, Michigan provides assisted living residents with enjoyable lifestyles, safe housing, and services in lovely surroundings combined with outstanding amenities, activity programs, and caring staff. Here at Barss Residential we customize our care specifically for...
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The staff at the facilities are very hopeful and show a lot of compassion to the residents that live there. I like the way they check on the residence periodically To monitor their well being. If there is a...
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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Staff is very attentive to residents, especially [name removed] the facilities director. Quiet, homey, Mom like the food and the facilities
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.
It’s Good To Be HomeWhile quality care is a top priority at this assisted living community in Davison, Michigan, the first thing you notice isn’t the care team—it’s the residents. As you explore the community, you’ll find cheerful companions lingering in front of the fireplace or lounging in...
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Serene Gardens was the ONLY care facility in Lansing/Brighton/Ann Arbor/Detroit area that was willing to accept our father with an LVAD as a resident. The LVAD group from UoM hospital helped to arrange 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.
Discover the perfect blend of comfort and care at Serene Gardens of Grand Blanc. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers all-inclusive pricing, ensuring peace of mind for families. With a focus on individualized care, our dedicated team provides tailored support for each resident's...
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My Mother is a Resident here at Heartlands. I just ate the Christmas meal,everything was good but the food was lukewarm too cold. My Mom came last summer and I have notice that the food is always...
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.
The Heartlands Marlette Senior Living is a new senior living community located in the heart of the Thumb. Through our partnership with Marlette Regional Hospital, The Heartlands is proud to provide leading care and on-site clinical services, while being just seconds away from Emergency Services....
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Very nice place. My dad has been there over a year. The staff are patient and kind. They take excellent care of all of the residents. He also has told me the food is good??
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.
Photo of The Pines of Lapeer Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Extremely friendly staff team! Activities are fun and entertaining centered around involving all! Feels like a home instead of a facility Great value
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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Photo of Brookdale Bay City
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What Brookdale Bay could improve on would be definitely the medical assistants/aides...very helpful and friendly! Also (I called them chef) the cooks...always different foods/desserts and cheerful
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.
Less Worrying, More LivingWhen you walk through the doors of this kind and welcoming community, prepare to feel your worries melt away. With a dedicated care team and the loveliest residents you could ever hope to meet, you’ll quickly discover this assisted living and memory care community...
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My father is doing as good as can be expected since his move to this community. He is still adjusting, but I do know he is receiving great care at this care home. This is a nice care home, and I'am...
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.
Churchill Farms AFC Home is a senior care home located in the small city of Lapeer, Michigan, the county seat of Lapeer County, MI. Our cozy community is in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood surrounded by farms and rolling fields, providing our residents with a peaceful environment and plenty of...
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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 a family style community in the heart of Clio where we believe seniors should enjoy their life. We offer private studio apartments where we provide a full spectrum of care from our assisted living community, our transitional community, and our memory care community. We also participate...
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Thank you for telling me about Elizabeth’s Assisted Living. It is a fantastic place. I feel my Mother is content and well cared for. The Staff is very friendly and the facility is always super clean 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.
Gross AFC #4 is an assisted living community located in Clio, Michigan. The suburban area of Flint, Clio is the perfect place to live and socialize. The welcoming atmosphere is inviting for family and friends to visit at any time of the year. Gross AFC#4 is designed to provide an apartment style...
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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
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.
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My mother in law got a one bedroom here. Beautiful place, nice staff. Something she and her family was the 30 day period at move in where they had to manage her medications, even though she was doing it for...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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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
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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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.
Sugarbush's Calkins House is a beautiful contemporary home located on 6 acres. Wildlife abounds with turkeys, foxes, and deer right outside the dinning room. This home features 6 private rooms with shared bathrooms for the residents. Relax in one of our two common rooms by watching TV,...
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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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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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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
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.
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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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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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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This is a well managed facility. Residents are safe, secure and comfortable + they are able to enjoy many activities, and quite a few includes the family. Super staff is pretty much on the top of every...
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.
With an ambiance straight from the pages of a storybook, Romeo, Michigan is the perfect place for residents of Orchard Grove Health Campus to continue writing their own stories. Whether they fill their pages with days spent exploring locally-owned orchards and preserved Victorian homes, or...
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The reason I like it is it's close to me, so it doesn't take me long to go see my mom. They have open hours where I can come in and visit her, and I can visit her as often as I want to, which I like. 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.
Campbell Personal Care Home is a senior care home located in the picturesque village of Leonard in Oakland county of Michigan. The rural area of this group home setting is simply littered with sparkling clean fresh water lakes, lush parks and forests, and recreation areas like the Copper Hills...

Cost of assisted living in Deford, MI

The average cost of senior living in Deford is $3,978 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Otter Lake, MI with an average of $3,915 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deford, MI vs. nearby cities

Deford, MI
$3,978/mo
$4,050/mo
$4,085/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deford, MI vs. the state and national average

Deford, MI
$3,978/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deford vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,978/mo
$4,176/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Deford, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,293/mo
Private
$4,229/mo
Studio
$4,759/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,854/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,967/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,750/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Deford over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Deford, MI

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What families are saying about assisted living in Deford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Deford

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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Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and communication-focused staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and communicative nature of the staff in several communities. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents appreciate the frequent checks-ins and clear communication between staff and families. At Charter Senior Living of Davison, families ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse activities offered at various communities. For example, at Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, staff members organize movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes to keep residents active and engaged.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Residents of Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room.
Individualized attention to accommodate resident needs. Several reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, including quick and thoughtful adjustments made to meet the unique needs of residents and their families. At Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care, for example, staff help make the moving process e ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews praise the warm and welcoming atmosphere at several communities. At Majestic Care of Flushing Assisted Living, residents enjoy socializing with friends and participating in activities. At Bavarian Comfort Care, families appreciate the opportunities for residents to connect with other ...
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Delicious and individually tailored meals. Throughout the reviews, high-quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Charter Senior Living of Bay City, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions to ensure residents look forward to mealtimes every day. ...
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Deford review score based on 286 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 286 reviews of 133 Deford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Deford 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

Deford review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Deford 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 286 reviews of 133 Deford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Deford 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.
Deford, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.1
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Deford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deford, 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 Deford 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 Deford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Deford, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.4%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.6%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.1%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.9%
54.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Deford 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 Deford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Deford, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.1%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.4%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deford 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 Deford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deford, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Deford 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 Deford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Deford, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
24.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deford 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 Deford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Deford, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.3%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.3%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.3%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.3%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Deford

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 Deford protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 164 assisted living facilities near Deford, Michigan. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Deford, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Devonshire Retirement Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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