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9.7
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9.7
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The staff and faculty at River ridge are incredible! They are very kind and compassionate and treat you like family they go above and beyond. It's one of the nicest places I've ever been to.
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.
Welcome to River Ridge, a Leisure Living Community in South Haven, Michigan, where our residents share in the joys of everyday life together. Residents can cozy up to the fireplace in the winter or relax outside in the pavilion on a warm summer day. Our community offers independent living,...
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9.8
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65 reviews
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My dad calls Briarwood HOME. Our experience has been great. Everyone treats my dad with compassion and respect. They have fun activities, field trips, always something fun going on. The staff makes 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.
At Briarwood, a Leisure Living Community in Allegan, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local community that is...
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9.4
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9.4
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The people that work there are all very caring and friendly. They do a really good job with activities and keeping the residents engaged. I would like there to be better communication about things going on...
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.
Welcome to Maple Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Paw Paw, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted living...
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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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I have lived at Golden Orchards for a year and a half. I like to be with people. Staff are very nice. I just love it here. I get along with everyone. TV could be better. DirecTV goes in and out 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.
LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Fennville, MI) — LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its...
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I would recommend this community. Being in this area it was very convenient to get to. The staff bent over backwards to make the community a homey experience for my loved one and the other residents.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in South Haven, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Haven is $4,726 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fennville, MI with an average of $4,027 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Haven, MI, vs. nearby cities

South Haven, MI
$4,726/mo
$4,426/mo

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

South Haven, MI
$4,726/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in South Haven, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,726/mo
$4,726/mo

Assisted living costs in South Haven, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,375/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,760/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,250/mo

Senior living costs in South Haven 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: South Haven, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Haven, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,726/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,726/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,631/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Haven, MI:$4,726/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
South Haven, MI:$4,726/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Haven, MI:$3,631/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Haven, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Haven 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.

South Haven, MIMI stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in South Haven, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Haven 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
South Haven, MI$5,808/mo$6,170/mo-5.9%
Michigan$4,636/mo$4,675/mo-0.8%
National$4,636/mo$4,533/mo+2.3%
South Haven, MI
2024 average cost:$5,808/mo
2023 average cost:$6,170/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,636/mo
2023 average cost:$4,675/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$4,636/mo
2023 average cost:$4,533/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Haven, 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 South Haven.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Haven

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Haven

Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

4.9
Maple Lake Assisted Living is a place where residents thieve. The caretakers are friendly and accommodating. They really go above and beyond. I might mention the food is excellent as well.

River Ridge Retirement Village in South Haven, MI

5.0
I have yet to meet one bad employee, they are so good to us. I have lived here over 12 years in independent Living and just recently assisted living.

Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Allegan, MI

4.8
Staff at all levels are helpful in many ways. Very responsive to client needs. When I arrived here from my hospital stay, I was unable to do things for myself. The staff was always there for me with help and encouragement. Thanks to the staff I have greatly improved. My room is cleaned, ...
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South Haven review score based on 55 family reviews

9.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 55 reviews of 7 South Haven assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Haven 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

South Haven review score compared against nearby cities

9.6
South Haven, MI7 facilities
8.4
Bangor, MI178 facilities
8.4
Breedsville, MI209 facilities

Review subcategories for South Haven 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 55 reviews of 7 South Haven assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Haven 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.
South Haven, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.1
Friendliness
4.8
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.7
4.1
Meals & dining
4.1
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

South Haven assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Haven assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Haven, 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 South Haven 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 South Haven that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Haven, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
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
28.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Haven 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 South Haven Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Haven, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Haven 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 South Haven partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Haven, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in South Haven 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 South Haven communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Haven, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in South Haven 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 South Haven offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Haven, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in South Haven

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

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River Ridge Retirement Village, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Haven, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near South Haven, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Haven, Michigan are Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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