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The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Traverse City, MI for 2024

 

The largest city in Northern Michigan, Traverse City is home to more than 15,500 residents, of whom 22% are seniors aged 65 and older. As studies from the Alzheimer's Association show, memory loss is an issue of growing concern for elderly Americans. There are currently around 6.5 million seniors living with Alzheimer's, and that number is projected to reach 12.9 million by 2050. In recent years, Traverse City has made significant progress in the fight against dementia. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that between 2016 and 202, the community saw nearly a 45% decline in the number of Alzheimer's-related deaths.

Memory care facilities are instrumental in these efforts. These communities provide specialized dementia care services and personalized daily assistance in a secure environment, with staff members onsite 24 hours a day for added peace of mind. This guide offers a breakdown of some benefits and drawbacks of living in Traverse City, along with information about the typical cost of memory care and a list of local organizations offering memory-focused support services for seniors.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Traverse City

Assisted living communities, nursing homes and other licensed facilities usually provide memory care in Traverse City, but specialized dementia-only communities also exist. All facilities providing this type of care must be licensed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, meet minimum staff training requirements, and follow health and safety regulations.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Traverse City

 

  • Traverse City has accessible health care due to its exceptionally high number of doctors. The area has 422 physicians per 100,000 people, double the U.S. average of 210. Additionally, health care costs 16.3% below the national norm.
  • Munson Medical Center provides surgical and emergency care for the local community, preventing the need for seniors to travel far to manage health concerns. The region also has specialists in orthodontics, skin and ENT, providing diagnosis and treatment for common age-related conditions.
  • Violent crime rates are slightly higher than average in Traverse City, ranking at 26.5 on a 100-point scale, where the national figure is 22.7. However, memory care communities usually have excellent security. Property crimes, in comparison, are less common in the area, ranking at 30.4 vs. 35.4 nationwide.
  • Traverse City has a humid temperate climate with somewhat cold winters. Temperatures in January reach an average low of 15.6 degrees Fahrenheit, compared to the 21.7-degree Fahrenheit norm across the country. However, seniors sensitive to hot weather may appreciate the region's comfortable summers, with average high temperatures around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 5.9 degrees below the national norm.
  • The cost of living is reasonable in Traverse City, with a rating of 96.9 on a 100-point scale that locks the U.S. average at 100. Health care, groceries, transportation, and many lifestyle goods and services are all cheaper than usual.
  • Air quality is good on average in Traverse City, based on the U.S. Air Quality Index. The AQI rating sometimes hits the moderate category, indicating potential respiratory issues for individuals with certain health conditions, but seniors can typically avoid problems by spending time indoors when this happens. Water quality, in comparison, is usually excellent.

Paying for Memory Care in Traverse City

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.

On average, memory care costs $5,575 per month in Traverse City.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care in Traverse City averages $50 less than the national norm, but families may save even more by considering other locations in Michigan, as Traverse City's costs are $262 higher than the state average. Looking at other cities in the state, Battle Creek is among the most affordable, with memory care costing $1,325 less than Traverse City. Memory care is also $575 cheaper in Jackson and $559 cheaper in Muskegon. However, it's more expensive in some locations, such as Ann Arbor, where prices are nearly 37% higher.

Traverse City

$5,575

Michigan

$5,313

United States

$5,625

Battle Creek

$4,250

Jackson

$5,000

Muskegon

$5,016

Ann Arbor

$7,616

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Early-stage Alzheimer's can remain mild for many months or even years, so specialized memory care isn't always immediately necessary. Assisted living can be an ideal alternative at $1,115 less than memory care, enabling seniors to make new friends and stay active. In-home care, averaging $427 less, may suit individuals who would like to remain independent for as long as possible, while home health care, costing $236 less than memory care, offers similar benefits for seniors needing regular medical treatment. Adult day health care is the cheapest at $1,625 per month, while nursing homes typically cost $3,246 more than memory care.

Memory Care

$5,575

In-Home Care

$5,148

Home Health Care

$5,339

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,460

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,821

Note: Data for Traverse City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Midland, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Traverse City

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

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Michigan

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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:

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Traverse City

Traverse City and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Traverse City, please visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Traverse City

 

Traverse City 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 Laws and Regulations in Michigan

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My family member was consistently threatened to be thrown out and it was continually held over their head. They say they have a doctor that comes in to see residents. The doctor never showed up...

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My mother-in-law was extremely impaired with blindness and memory loss when she moved in. We were afraid of how she'd handle the transition, but it turns out they were so kind and loving with her...

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Review of Cherry Hill Haven

I went to check out Cherry Hill Haven, and the facility looked very nice. Their memory care unit was nice as well. The workers that I talked to seemed very friendly and knowledgeable.

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