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

Oxford is a community of about 23,000 people, over 13% of whom are aged 65 and over, in the Detroit metro region. The region offers numerous hospitals and a high number of doctors and specialists, providing easy access to care for older adults. The city has a low crime rate and access to public transportation services, which may make it a good option for assisted living.

Assisted living facilities provide residential care for older adults who don’t need extensive medical support but require assistance with daily living activities. These facilities provide daily meals, local transportation services, housekeeping and maintenance and recreational programs, supporting residents’ comfort and quality of life. The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey indicates that assisted living residents in the Oxford region pay $4,750 per month for care, which is higher than state and national averages.  

This guide provides an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of living in Oxford. It also compares assisted living rates to fees in nearby cities, as well as other types of care in Oxford, and highlights local resources for seniors.  

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Oxford

Assisted living facilities in Oxford and throughout Michigan are monitored by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. While these facilities aren’t licensed, they may be required to obtain licensing if they provide specialized programs. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Oxford

  • Oxford may be a good option for older adults managing chronic conditions. It has approximately 454 doctors per 100,000 people, over double the national rate, which may make it easy to schedule appointments with primary care providers and specialists. The closest major medical facility is Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, a fully accredited 224-bed teaching hospital that specializes in cardiac care.   
  • Year-round high temperatures in Oxford range from 30 to 82 degrees, which is average for Michigan as a whole. The region gets about 33 inches of rain and 37 inches of snow annually. While this may be a consideration for those who rely on mobility aids, many assisted living facilities provide transportation services year-round to help residents attend errands and medical appointments.  
  • Crime is very uncommon in Oxford and may make the community a good option for those seeking a safe, close-knit environment. According to most recent data, violent crime occurs at a rate of 72 incidents per 100,000 people versus respective state and national rates of 437 and 379. The property crime rate is 421, which is similarly lower than the state average of 1,585 and the national rate of 2,110.   
  • While Michigan tends to be a budget-friendly state to live in, Oxford’s overall cost of living exceeds state and national averages. Altogether, living expenses come in about 10% higher than the nation as a whole and 20% higher than the state average. This is primarily due to the high cost of housing, an expense that older adults may avoid by living in a residential care facility.   
  • The North Oakland Transportation Authority provides public transportation in Oxford and the surrounding region. NOTA provides demand-response service on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Services should be scheduled in advance, but emergency services for medication pick-ups for those aged 60 and over may be available.  
  • Seniors in Oxford don’t pay state income taxes on Social Security benefits. While Michigan imposes income taxes on other types of retirement income, older adults can claim large deductions to decrease the amount they owe.  

Paying for Assisted Living in Oxford

Assisted living facilities in Oxford charge $4,750 per month for services, making the region a relatively expensive option for those seeking this level of care. By comparison, the state median cost for assisted living is $4,200, and nationally, it’s slightly higher at $4,300. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors in Oxford pay $4,750 per month for assisted living. While this exceeds state and national averages, Oxford is an affordable alternative to Monroe, where facilities charge $5,100 per month, and Lansing, which has some of the highest assisted living rates in the state at $5,225. Jackson and Muskegon are comparatively affordable for this type of care, with respective fees coming in at $3,650 and $3,500.  

Oxford

$4,750

Michigan

$4,200

The United States

$4,300

Jackson

$3,650

Monroe

$5,100

Lansing Area

$5,225

Muskegon

$3,500

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Older adults have several care options to choose from depending on their budgets and living preferences. Compared to other types of senior care, assisted living is moderately priced at $4,750. Homemaker services, which include personal care, housekeeping and companionship in the individual’s home, are slightly more expensive at $4,767 per month. Home health aides also provide some skilled nursing services and charge $4,957. Nursing homes provide a more intensive level of care than assisted living and are costlier at $8,821 for shared rooms and $10,646 for private rooms. Adult day health care is the most cost-effective option at $1,733 monthly.  

Homemaker Services

$4,767

Home Health Aide

$4,957

Adult Day Health Care

$1,733

Assisted Living Facility

$4,750

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$8,821

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$10,646

Note: Care cost data for Oxford was not available, so data for the closest city, Detroit Area, was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Oxford

The State of Michigan provides several options to help pay for adult foster care or assisted living facilities in the Oxford area. Among these are the Expanded Community Living Supports Program (ECLS), The MI Choice (MIC) program and MI Health Link. These are all Medicaid and/or Medicare waiver programs and subject to availability.

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

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities 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 Oxford

The Oxford region has several nonprofit resources for older adults seeking local assisted living services. The following table features programs and agencies that help older adults make important decisions regarding their care by providing options counseling, financial and legal advice and information and referrals for community-based services.  

ResourceContactService
Oxford Senior Center (248) 628-1720, ext. 107The Oxford Senior Center offers a variety of programs to older adults aged 55 and over in the region, including board and card games, line dancing, Medicare seminars, discussion groups, age-friendly fitness classes, flu shots and HealthQuest classes and presentations. The center also has volunteer opportunities and clubs for gardening, reading, quilting and walking.
Area Agency on Aging 1-B(800) 852-7795The Area Agency on Aging administers a range of free and low-cost programs for those aged 60 and over in Oxford and the surrounding region. The agency operates an Information & Assistance Call Center that individuals can call for one-on-one help with finding community-based resources, such as case management and durable medical equipment rentals. It also has programs to help older adults manage conditions, such as diabetes, chronic illness and chronic pain.
Oakland County Veterans' Services(248) 858-0785The Oakland County Veterans’ Services Office advocates on behalf of veterans and provides information and referrals to community-based services to supplement what they receive in assisted living. Through this office, veterans can access local transportation services, financial assistance and options counseling. The office can also help veterans apply for Aid and Attendance and pension programs, which can help cover assisted living costs.
Lakeshore Legal Aid(248) 530-9330Lakeshore Legal Aid provides free civil legal services to those aged 60 and over in Oxford. Through this agency, seniors can get help with obtaining public benefits, such as Medicaid, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income, which can help pay for care fees.
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program(800) 803-7174MMAP is a free program that provides health insurance options counseling for Medicare-eligible individuals. Seniors can call the program’s helpline for confidential, unbiased information on Medicare benefits, available Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans and long-term care insurance.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Oxford

Oxford-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 Laws and Regulations in Michigan

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