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Photo of Vannoni Assisted Living Center
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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.
Photo of Primrose of Mishiwaka
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.
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My father is receiving the best care right now! The nurses just seem to really care and are committed to their job and have affection for each person they interact with.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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
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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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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
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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.
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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Photo of Vineyard Assisted Living
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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My mother was at Riverview for 3 months. Having advanced Alzheimers, she required lots of care. I visited daily and saw and heard first hand the care she and others received. To a person, everyone was...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A beautiful Country setting.
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.
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.
It’s your life….…so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Wakarusa’s assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, our welcoming atmosphere...
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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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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986.  As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers.  We...
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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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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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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.
Serenity Homes- WestSerenity Home - West is an assisted living community located in Holland, MI. The city of Holland is a small town of about 33,000 people in Ottawa and Allegan Counties. Holland is a quiet, coastal town close to Lake Michigan, stores and local shops. Residents can enjoy going...
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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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We were very, very fortunate in finding Sue's Loving Care as a special place for my mom. Superb staff. Excellent communication with the family. Truly a "home away from home." The little things, every...
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.
Our home away from home cares for six adults specializing in Alzheimer's, dementia, and challenging behaviors. We're staffed 24/7 with qualified, loving caregivers that give your loved one the care and support that you yourself would give. It's just like home because it is home.By placing your...

Cost of assisted living in St Joseph, MI

The average cost of senior living in St Joseph is $4,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coloma, MI with an average of $4,253 per month.

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

St Joseph, MI
$4,502/mo
$4,555/mo

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

St Joseph, MI
$4,502/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,502/mo
$4,520/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,817/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,431/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,156/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,645/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in St Joseph over time

St Joseph, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in St Joseph, 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 St Joseph.

What families are saying about assisted living in St Joseph

Recent reviews for assisted living in St Joseph

Valparaiso Senior Village

4.3
We would recommend to others and have already done so. We picked this community because it was good and they accepted Medicaid. Only Disappointment is with the Rx system in place.Very difficult to make the many prescription changes weekly & monthly as needed for Parkinson's with two additional ...
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Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Woodland Manor in Elkhart, IN

5.0
Thanks to everyone for taking such good care of my dad. He has said so many positive things. I really appreciate every one of you!

St Joseph review score based on 412 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 412 reviews of 97 St Joseph assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Joseph 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

St Joseph review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for St Joseph 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 412 reviews of 97 St Joseph assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare St Joseph 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.
St Joseph, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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4.0
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
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4.1
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St Joseph assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Joseph assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Joseph, 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 St Joseph 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 St Joseph 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
52.6%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.4%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.7%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.8%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.5%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.6%
54.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in St Joseph 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 St Joseph Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Joseph, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.4%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Joseph 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 St Joseph partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Joseph, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.9%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.4%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in St Joseph 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 St Joseph communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Joseph, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.2%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.5%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Joseph 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 St Joseph offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Joseph, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
45.4%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.4%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.9%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.1%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.3%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in St Joseph

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 St Joseph protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

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There are 118 assisted living facilities near St Joseph, Michigan. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in St Joseph, Michigan are North Woods Village at Edison Lakes, Forest Glen Assisted Living and Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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