Atria Park of Ann Arbor
1901 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105
4.2
(33 reviews)
"Conveniently located across from the University of Michigan's North Campus and only minutes from downtown, Atria Park of Ann Arbor is a welc..."
READ MOREWhile Ann Arbor’s senior community is relatively small, making up just 12% of the 124,000 residents, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that Alzheimer’s is the primary cause in a significant number of deaths in the region. In 2016, 134 of the region’s 1,656 deaths, or 8%, were linked to Alzheimer’s. In 2020, the number of Alzheimer’s deaths increased by 53% to 205. That year, the disease caused roughly 10% of deaths in the region. By comparison, the total death rate went up by just 27%.
Residential dementia care provides specialized services for those with memory-related conditions, letting families rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands. Residents in these facilities live in comfortable private and semiprivate suites and receive personalized care services and around-the-clock monitoring. These facilities also have specialized recreational programming to keep residents engaged and help them preserve cognitive functioning. This guide helps families plan for long-term care expenses in Ann Arbor.
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1901 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105
4.2
(33 reviews)
"Conveniently located across from the University of Michigan's North Campus and only minutes from downtown, Atria Park of Ann Arbor is a welc..."
READ MORE2190 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103
4.1
(27 reviews)
"Thank you Brookdale Senior Living Solutions of AnnArbor! Our family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the way you kept all residents and caregivers safe and healthy throughout this Coronavirus pandemic. Samantha and her amazing tea..."
READ MORE2865 S. Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103
4.2
(22 reviews)
"University Living in Ann Arbor is a 79-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older a..."
READ MORE750 West Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103
4.2
(10 reviews)
"My mother hasn't moved here yet, but after several visits and conversations with staff, I am very confident that this is the absolute best place for her. Individualized care, good staff-to-resident ratio, very pleasant environment. Everything appeare..."
READ MORE2139 Georgetown Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105
4.1
(9 reviews)
"The tour with Orchard Hills Living was OK. It was nice. The people were friendly and showed me around. I like the fact that it's not like an institution; it almost feels like home. There's only six residents. I like that because I feel like my mother..."
READ MORE1718 Sheridan Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105
"Sheridan Living is an adult assisted living facility at the heart of Ann Arbor, Michigan. We strive to provide the utmost care and comfort t..."
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2951 Birch Hollow Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
1.7
(3 reviews)
"I didn't care for Birch Hollow Family. It is really not the greatest facility for someone who has memory care and is handicapped. My mom has a physical handicap. It just felt like they didn't have really medical staff there. It was just the husband, ..."
READ MORE1200 Earhart Road, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105
3.0
(1 reviews)
"If you're looking for a secure, enriching, maintenance-free lifestyle, look no further than Glacier Hills Senior Living Community. Located i..."
READ MORE6230 S. State Street, Saline, MI, 48176
4.8
(47 reviews)
"My Aunt and Uncle have an apartment in the memory care neighborhood, which is filled with dementia friendly activities and friendly knowledgeable staff. The neighborhood has interactive sections where a resident could play the piano or guitar, look a..."
READ MORE8100 Geddes Rd, Ypsilanti, MI, 48198
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Vibrant Life Superior Township was quite nice. The people that I met there and the people that I talked to were very kind and very helpful. I visited the memory care and it was clean and pleasant. It looked like the residents were well taken care of...."
READ MORE203 S Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197
4.4
(10 reviews)
"My mother-in-law used to be at The Gilbert Residence. But they have a high turnover of employees, --which is one of the reasons we kind of left. Although we brought her home because we thought that their price was a little too heavy. Because they mov..."
READ MORE5361 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48106
4.8
(4 reviews)
"This facility is awesome. The staff are kind, loving and caring. They go to great lengths to make sure the residents are well-cared for in such a positive manner. Everything is kept spotlessly clean. We have a relative there and every time we visi..."
READ MORE650 Woodland Drive East, Saline, MI, 48176
3.3
(9 reviews)
"Linden Square Assisted Living was very nice and very clean. The people seemed nice and very friendly. The environment in the memory care was clean and neat. The common areas were nice, but the long hallways were not as colorful and as inviting as the..."
READ MOREMichigan’s Bureau of Community and Health Systems oversees adult care facilities, agencies, residences and nursing aides in the state. It performs regulatory duties adhering to state and federal laws to protect the health, safety and welfare of seniors. Additionally, the BHCS maintains a searchable online database of licensed facilities.
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
The average monthly cost for memory care in Ann Arbor is $7,616, though this number may differ slightly depending on the facility.
Ann Arbor’s monthly memory care costs are significantly higher than the state median of $5,313 and the national average of $5,625. Seniors in the Detroit area pay $5,269, which is closer to the state average, while in Grand Rapids, the cost is $6,035. The lowest rate for memory care in Michigan is in Battle Creek, where charges $4,250 per month.
Ann Arbor
$7,616
Michigan
$5,313
United States
$5,625
Monroe
$6,313
Detroit
$5,269
Grand Rapids
$6,035
Battle Creek
$4,250
Assisted living facilities in Ann Arbor have the lowest cost for retirement care, charging $6,093 per month. However, seniors who need the extra security and cognitive services of memory care pay more at $7,616. In-home care and home health care both cost $6,101, offering seniors a similar cost to assisted living all while remaining in their own homes. Nursing home facilities that provide skilled nursing charge the most, with residency in a semiprivate room costing $9,711 monthly.
Memory Care
$7,616
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,101
Assisted Living Facility
$6,093
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,733
In Ann Arbor there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.
The list below contains several free memory care resources in Michigan and the Ann Arbor area to assist seniors and families in making the best living choices along their retirement journey. These organizations and programs are designed to support and empower the elderly to make informed decisions.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Alzheimer's Association Greater Michigan | (800) 272-3900 | The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Michigan offers education and support for individuals and families dealing with cognitive impairments. The association provides referrals to memory care facilities and local support groups, and hosts fundraisers to support ongoing research and community programs. |
The Home Help Program | (734) 481-2000 | The Home Help Program is administered by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. It provides a range of services, including helping seniors navigate community resources. |
The Behavioral and Physical Health and Aging Services Administration | (517) 241-4100 | Michigan's Agency on Aging, the BPHASA, provides a network of aging services and complementary care programs to encourage seniors to age in place. Programs include caregiver counseling and support, health screenings, vision services, legal assistance, meals on wheels and home care coordination. |
Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (517) 827-8040 | The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program provides free and confidential Ombudsman advocacy services for residents in long term care. |
Senior Project FRESH/Market Fresh | (734) 544-3078 | Senior Project FRESH/Market Fresh provides nutrition education and promotes healthy eating by providing fresh food coupons to older residents, which can be used at farm stands and fresh markets throughout the county. |
TheRide | (734) 973-6500 | TheRide provides public transportation services in Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti. Several programs focused on seniors offer low-cost or free bus transportation along its fixed route system, as well as transport from several senior housing communities to local grocery stores. |
Ann Arbor Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Michigan page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
David
5
Review of Brookdale W. Eisenhower Pkwy
My mother hasn't moved here yet, but after several visits and conversations with staff, I am very confident that this is the absolute best place for her. Individualized care, good staff-to-resident...
Memory Care
Reviewer RC#0921e
5
Review of Brookdale W. Eisenhower Pkwy
Brookdale W. Eisenhower Pkwy was very lovely. The facility is very nice. The rooms are very nice. It's very cheerful and colorful. The staff was wonderful. It's pricier and it's probably well worth...
Memory Care
ReviewerRD#101321f
2
Review of Birch Hollow Family
I didn't care for Birch Hollow Family. It is really not the greatest facility for someone who has memory care and is handicapped. My mom has a physical handicap. It just felt like they didn't have...