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The staff is friendly,and very helpful when needed.It is out in the country where they see wild life.My mother loves seeing Amish go by in their buggies.They do activities when residents want to ,The 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.
Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care is located in a quiet, country setting in the heart of Gladwin County's peaceful Amish community. We provide professional care in a relaxed, homelike environment. Due to our small group size, our residents are just like family. We specialize in a variety of...
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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.
For families that live in the West Michigan area and need a superior care situation for aging parents, the assisted living Horizon Senior Living III is one to investigate. This facility features home-like settings for your elderly beloved to enjoy. It can seem to them just like they are 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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Overall I think they're doing a great job at The Horizon taking care of my loved one. The staff are all very caring, and the facility itself is clean and nice looking. The food they serve is good, 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.
The Horizon Senior Living IV is an assisted living community that is located in Standish, Michigan. The Horizon Senior Living is family owned and operated, so they are determined to provide the best care. The staff at this assisted living facility are determined to make your loved ones feel safe...
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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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Very nice and homey. Great staff, very caring and patient. Works well will resident and family to keep resident happy and safe. Highly recommend!
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.
Providing all the comforts of home is one of the goals of The Horizon Senior Living in Michigan. With five facilities statewide, we pride ourselves on providing your loved one with the assistance needed to live as dignified and self-sufficient life as possible. As a family-owned and operated...
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I have placed my severly mentally, blind, disabled cousin with Heavenly Homestead. He has been there for almost 5 years and I could not be happier with the care that he receives. I live about an hour and a...
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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.
Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care - SouthThe Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care – South is an assisted living community located in historic Gladwin, MI. This area is situated along the banks of the Cedar River. The beautiful landscape that is offered in Gladwin, MI is one of its major draws....
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Cost of assisted living in Elbow Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Elbow Lake is $2,923 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,352 per month.

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

Elbow Lake, MI
$2,923/mo
$3,084/mo

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

Elbow Lake, MI
$2,923/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$2,923/mo
$2,923/mo

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

1 Bedroom
$4,000/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elbow 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 Elbow Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elbow Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elbow Lake

The Horizon Senior Living I in St. Helen, MI

5.0
Excellent care and great compassion for the residents. I am very secure in [Removed] care and wellbeing. All the aides and [Removed] go beyond official duties to care for these residents.

Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care - South in Gladwin, MI

4.3
My dad's been in there for two months and he's fallen twice and had to go to the hospital twice. They're attentive to him so I'm not sure why he's falling. It could be something he's doing. Other than church services on Sundays I'm not aware of any actvities. I would recommend them. ...
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Elbow Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elbow Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elbow 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 Elbow 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 Elbow Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elbow Lake, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
12.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elbow 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 Elbow Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elbow Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elbow 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 Elbow Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elbow Lake, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elbow 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 Elbow Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elbow Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
46.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
52.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elbow 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elbow Lake protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care, The Horizon Senior Living III and The Brook of West Branch are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elbow Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 9 assisted living facilities near Elbow Lake, Michigan. See the full list.

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