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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Owosso, MI for 2024

There are 104 Assisted Living Facilities in the Owosso area, with 5 in Owosso and 99 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Owosso is $4,150 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Durand with an average starting cost of 3,950.

To help you with your search, browse the 266 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Owosso. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Owosso 4.46 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Flushing with an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Owosso

Owosso is home to the annual Curwood Festival, which celebrates the life of novelist James Oliver Curwood who lived at Curwood Castle in town. Seniors can make their own special place to call home in one the 56 assisted living facilities in the Owosso area. There are three in Owosso alone to support its senior population of 14.5 percent.

The Department of Human Services regulates assisted living in Michigan, including homes for the aged and adult foster care. These facilities provide help with daily living activities such as hygiene, eating and grooming. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Owosso

  • Owosso is in Shiawassee County on the eastern side of Owosso Township. Snow typically falls from October to April in Owosso, so seniors may need to curtail outdoor activities during this period. December has the heaviest snowfall in this area, with an average of 11.1 inches.
  • The cost of living in Owosso is relatively low, at about 80 percent of the national average. Housing is particularly inexpensive, at 41 percent of the national average, but healthcare is five percent higher than the national average. Seniors shouldn't notice much of a difference in their cost compared to most other cities.
  • The overall crime rate in Owosso is high, since only 17 percent of all cities in the United States have a higher crime rate. The annual crime rate in Owosso is 31.08 per thousand people, which is significantly higher than the annual rate of 23.69 per thousand for Michigan. Seniors going on day trips or running errands should therefore use greater caution in Owosso.
  • The Shiawassee Area Transportation Agency provides public transportation in Owosso and nearby cities, including Corunna, Durand, Vernon, Perry and Morrice. All county residents receive curb-to-curb service within the county. The standard fare for trips within Owosso is $3 and $1.50 for seniors 60 and up.
  • The Shiawassees Council on Aging sponsors senior centers for towns in the county, including Owosso. The senior center in Owosso maintains a full calendar of events, including lunch. Additional activities include exercise classes, card games and health services.
  • The Owosso area is home to world-class medical facilities, including  Memorial Healthcare, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Paying for Assisted Living in Owosso

Assisted Living costs in Owosso start around $4,150 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Owosso and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Michigan

Swartz Creek

$4,711

Chesaning

$4,400

Owosso

$4,150

US

$4,000

Durand

$3,950

Haslett

$3,605

Flushing

$3,100

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Owosso

Michigan provides many personal care services through its Medicaid State Plan, including homes for the aged. The state also provides an optional state supplement that limits room and board charges for recipients of supplemental security income, provided they reside in a home for the aged.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Michigan page.

Financial Assistance in Michigan

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Owosso

Owosso and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Owosso, please visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Owosso

Owosso-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.

Laws and Regulations in Michigan

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Disappointed

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oliver Woods Assisted Living & Memory Care

I'm very disappointed in Oliver Woods. When I toured the facility, I had high hopes. The care that my father receives there is not what I expected from this community. Medication management has...

Provider response

Hello, We appreciate your feedback and have taken it back to the team. While we understand there might be an opportunity for us to improve based on some of these concerns, we would like to connect...

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Tara Lennox

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oliver Woods Assisted Living & Memory Care

Oliver Woods has been a lovely community for my mother-in-law. Verna talks about how caring and nurturing the staff is to her and the other residents. I have witnessed Kathy and Brandy get the...

Provider response

Hello! Thank you, Tara, for your kind words about Oliver Woods. We're grateful to hear that your mother-in-law feels cared for and nurtured by our team. It's wonderful to know that our team is...

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huffk

Other

Review of Oliver Woods Assisted Living & Memory Care

I volunteered with students here and always had great interaction with the staff. The staff and resident interactions were always appropriate and fabulous. The residents seemed very happy and...

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