Assisted living is ideal for those who want to remain in the community but need some personal care services. These residential facilities are staffed with trained caregivers who provide help with daily living activities, and residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with meals provided. On average, assisted living residents in Chesterfield pay $4,750 per month for this type of residential care, which exceeds state and national medians.
This guide provides more in-depth information on senior care costs in Chesterfield, including alternatives to assisted living. It also summarizes some programs and agencies that serve seniors.
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47640 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield, MI, 48051
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We really liked it. I checked both assisted living and memory care. They were really nice and I really liked how they had everything set up there. It was very clean, and they're very personable there. It seemed like a good place to take somebody. I k..."
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33503 23 Mile Road, Chesterfield, MI, 48047
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My parents have moved into Commonwealth Senior Living at New Baltimore. My mom is in memory care and my dad is in assisted living. They're very organized, they're patient, and they seem like they're caring. The staff is pretty nice. The facility is v..."
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29891 23 Mile Rd, Chesterfield, MI, 48047
2.3
(7 reviews)
"My mother has been there for two years and she loves it. The aids/nurses are very attentive and kind. They take care of everything for her. Sometimes she may have to wait a bit, but understands they have others they are assisting. I have joined her ..."
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33875 Kiely Dr., Chesterfield, MI, 48047
4.4
(24 reviews)
"My father has moved to The Village of East Harbor, and it's fantastic. It's nice, clean, and well-staffed and they're attentive. They have stuff scheduled pretty much all day, every day. He says the food is really good. The communication between me a..."
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48605 Callens, Chesterfield, MI, 48047
5.0
(1 reviews)
"joyce started her company in order to be able to provide intelligent and caring services for the elderly and hospice patients. In addition to being a supremely caring individual, she is a wonderful businesswoman. She provided clear and concise inform..."
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14560 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313
4.4
(34 reviews)
"I went to visit my brother in Shorehaven. It's great, if I could afford it, I would be there. It's very, very good, very clean, the staff is wonderful, he gets three meals a day. You couldn't ask for any better. The grounds are kept up real good. It'..."
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46471 Hayes Road, Shelby Township, MI, 48315
3.9
(39 reviews)
"This is the real deal!!! We currently have our friend, Rosemarie, in Sunrise of Shelby. I was careful in choosing just the right assisted living facility for her as I'd had a few very bad experiences with other facilities. My husband and I had j..."
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45969 North Pointe Boulevard, Utica, MI, 48315
4.3
(28 reviews)
"Mom moved into Brookdale Utica before she passed away. They had several programs, but my mom was non-verbal, so she couldn't move around. She stayed in her room most of the time. Her room was spacious and well-appointed, they provided furniture, all ..."
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44003 Partridge Creek Blvd., Clinton Township, MI, 48038
4.7
(13 reviews)
"I visited Rose Senior Living - Clinton Township. It was a lovely facility. The apartments were very nicely laid out. The staff was very helpful, and the activity director was awesome. They have assisted, independent, and memory care. They have activi..."
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71 North Avenue, Mount Clemens, MI, 48043
4.5
(10 reviews)
"We chose to move Mom to Meadows Assisted Living and Care Campus because of its proximity to my home and my father's home and the price. It just worked out. What I like the best about it is that it's smaller, so I know that mom is going to get more pe..."
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49880 Hayes Rd., Macomb, MI, 48044
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Eleni the facility Manager is wonderful to deal with. Always attentive to questions/ concerns. Kelly, Shannon and other staff members are polite and professional. Food and food staff over the top! Can’t say enough wonderful things about this ..."
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49228 Walnut Creek Dr, Macomb, MI, 48044
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Walnut Creek Living has been a godsend for our family. My father received the very, very best care anyone could ask for. The caregivers were so loving and took such good care of my father to the very end of his life. The owner takes such great care i..."
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34720 24 Mile Road, New Baltimore, MI, 48047
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I liked that Torrey Pines House of Bread was more of a family setting. There were fewer rooms, but they had probably spent more attention on each individual's needs. People were eating together and there were a lot of common areas that they spent mor..."
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33255 26 Mile Rd, New Haven, MI, 48048
4.3
(3 reviews)
"I was very happy with it. I was very impressed. The staff was absolutely great. The one-bedroom was very nice. They have a salon and they have a place where people could go to in the summertime. The residents were watching movies when I was there. Ev..."
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23621 15 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48035
3.5
(8 reviews)
"We were very satisfied with Church of Christ Care. They were outstanding. They went out of their way to make my dad comfortable and make us feel comfortable going through the situation that we had to go through. Unfortunately, my dad lost his battle...."
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48251 Schoenherr Rd, Shelby, MI, 48315
3.8
(4 reviews)
"Bickford of Shelby Township was new. It didn't look like there were a lot of activities, and they don't accept Medicaid once your money runs out. The staff were all very friendly and engaging. They had a salon, and they had a courtyard. It's not near..."
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23087 Allium Avenue, Southfield, MI, 48042
"Changing Everyday Lives Communities is a trusted organization, where we take what we do seriously. Our Communities offers 24/7 staffing day ..."
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48675 Lafayette Dr, Macomb, MI, 48044
"HearthStone Communities Macomb Township Assisted Living is a place where our family atmosphere and qualified caregivers provide our resident..."
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47848 Beacon Square Dr, Macomb, MI, 48044
"Walnut Creek Life is owned and operated by an experienced geriatric care nurse and offers home-like environments for seniors with trained st..."
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48578 Adams Dr, Macomb, MI, 48044
"Walnut Creek House is owned and operated by an experienced geriatric care nurse and offers home-like environments for seniors with trained s..."
READ MOREIn Chesterfield and throughout Michigan, assisted living facilities are officially called homes for the aged. These facilities are licensed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, which ensures compliance with state regulations and fields and resolves complaints related to facility conditions and quality of care.
Chesterfield is among the more expensive cities in Michigan for assisted living. On average, seniors in this city pay $4,750 per month for care. This is $450 higher than the national median of $4,300 and $550 higher than the state rate of $4,200.
While assisted living rates in Chesterfield exceed state and national averages at $4,750, this city is an affordable alternative to Monroe, where seniors pay $5,100 per month for services, and the Lansing area, where monthly care costs average $5,225. Ann Arbor is the most expensive surveyed option in Michigan for this type of care, with fees averaging $5,590. Those seeking more affordable care may consider Kalamazoo, where facilities charge approximately $3,950 per month.
Chesterfield
$4,750
Michigan
$4,200
The United States
$4,300
Ann Arbor
$5,590
Monroe
$5,100
Kalamazoo
$3,950
Lansing Area
$5,225
Seniors in Chesterfield have a range of care options to choose from, depending on their budget and lifestyle preferences. Home-based care is relatively costly, with seniors paying $4,767 for home care and $4,957 for specialized home health care. Adults who live in their own homes may save money by obtaining care in an adult day health care center, where seniors pay $1,733 per month for personal care, meals and recreational activities in a daytime community setting. Assisted living is affordable compared to home-based care at $4,750 per month. Nursing homes charge $8,821 for shared rooms and $10,646 for private accommodations.
Homemaker Services
$4,767
Home Health Aide
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,821
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,646
Note: Care cost data for Chesterfield was not available, so data for the closest city, Detroit Area, was used instead.
Michigan provides personal care services through the Medicaid State Plan, which covers homes for the aged. It also provides an optional state supplement for supplemental security income recipients who reside in a home for the aged that limits room and board charges.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
Seniors in Chesterfield have access to a range of programs to supplement the services they obtain in assisted living and help them make educated decisions regarding their care. The following table features local agencies that provide free and low-cost services to older adults.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Center | (586) 949-0400, Ext. 4 | Chesterfield Township’s Parks and Rec Department operates the local senior center, which hosts a range of social and recreational activities for older adults. At this center, seniors participate in age-friendly fitness classes, Movie Reviewers Club, book clubs, card games and billiards. All programs limit the number of participants, so registration is required for all programs. The center is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Veterans Services | (586) 469-5100 | Macomb County’s Veterans Services Office helps qualifying veterans and their family members obtain service-related benefits, such as health care, veteran and survivors’ pension benefits, emergency financial assistance, disability compensation and the Aid and Attendance benefit, which can help cover medical and care-related expenses. The office can also screen veterans for veterans’ home placement. |
| Area Agency on Aging 1-B | (800) 852-7795 | The local Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit agency that administers a range of free and low-cost programs to seniors aged 60 and over, helping them make informed decisions regarding their care and obtain affordable services in the community. This agency has health insurance options counselors who review individuals’ Medicare benefits and help them determine whether they qualify for Medicaid, which can help pay for assisted living services. The agency also operates the Resource Center, which helps callers connect with services, such as medical equipment rentals, nutrition counseling and transportation. |
| Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. | (866) 400-9164 | Elder Law of Michigan is a statewide charitable organization with legal professionals who specialize in age-related issues. Through this agency, older adults get help with accessing public benefits that may cover assisted living services, including Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, the MI Choice Waiver and Medicaid. |
| Michigan Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | The state’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates on behalf of older adults in assisted living. It has local volunteers who visit facilities and ensure compliance with state guidelines. The ombudsman can also investigate reports of abuse or neglect. |
Chesterfield-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Mark
4
Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at New Baltimore
My parents have moved into Commonwealth Senior Living at New Baltimore. My mom is in memory care and my dad is in assisted living. They're very organized, they're patient, and they seem like...
Assisted Living
Patty2021
4
Review of The Bay at Chesterfield
My mother has been there for two years and she loves it. The aids/nurses are very attentive and kind. They take care of everything for her. Sometimes she may have to wait a bit, but understands...
Assisted Living
Christopher
5
Review of The Village of East Harbor
My father has moved to The Village of East Harbor, and it's fantastic. It's nice, clean, and well-staffed and they're attentive. They have stuff scheduled pretty much all day, every day. He says...
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