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Optalis Skilled Nursing and Rehab of Ann Arbor
4701 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105
2.9
(27 reviews)
"The PT and OT staff really work with the patients to get them back-on-their-feet and doing as much as they can themselves. ..."
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The city of Ann Arbor is home to more than 120,000 people, 12% of which are aged 65 and older. Despite being a college town, the city is very friendly to its senior citizens. It’s home to high-quality medical facilities, including the University of Michigan Medical Center, which is the top-ranked hospital in the state according to U.S. World News and Report.
The seniors in Ann Arbor who require constant medical supervision outside a hospital may require a nursing home. These facilities are staffed by skilled nurses and other medical professionals who are available 24 hours per day. Due to this high level of services, nursing homes are not appropriate for independent older adults or seniors who require minimal to moderate assistance with daily activities. There are three nursing facilities right in Ann Arbor and another 4 facilities within 10 miles. According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey for 2020, the average cost per month for these facilities is $9,429.
Seniors and families looking for more information about the cost of nursing homes and other types of senior care will find this guide useful. Links to free resources helpful to seniors are also available.
Nursing Home Facilities in Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Eisenhower Center
3200 E. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Upon first arrival at the facilities, I noticed that all the sidewalks and parking lot areas where in great shape and free of ice (as it was a very snowy day). I was impressed to see that all the buildings were in great shape and very clean. All the ..."
READ MORERegency At Bluffs Park
355 Huron View Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I can't say enough great things about Regency as Bluffs Park. Their staff - from maintenance to aids to nurses to admin - are professional, proficient, and caring. They consistently went above and beyond while caring for my mom. The facility was k..."
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Whitehall Healthcare Center of Ann Arbor
3370 MORGAN RD, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
2.0
(1 reviews)
"This place is very unsecure! Anyone can walk in or out of this place 24 hours a day. The gates in the back are open all the time and the doors have an alarm but the residents just push the door open and when the alarm goes off it might stay on for 15..."
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Glacier Hills
1200 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..."
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Mission Point of Superior Township
8380 Geddes Rd, Ypsilanti, MI, 48198
3.5
(17 reviews)
"The tour was very good at Superior Woods. The building and everything is just beautiful. The place is very clean and it's not that old, maybe six or seven years old. The staff seemed very cooperative. I knew the level of care and a couple of people w..."
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Evangelical Home - Saline
440 W Russell, Saline, MI, 48176
4.3
(8 reviews)
"My dad is now in Evangelical Home doing rehab. It is great. He is doing occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy. They're great. Everybody has been wonderful. The nurses are great, the aides are great, and the people who work in the..."
READ MOREVilla at Parkridge
28 S PROSPECT ST, Ypsilanti, MI, 48198
2.1
(11 reviews)
"AWESOME ENJOYED . MY STAY BOTH TIMES FOR THERAPY. THE WHOLE STAFF WORKS HARD. TREATED WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT. THANK YOU ALL. KEEP UP THE AMAZING WORK ....."
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Nursing Home Costs in Ann Arbor, MI
The average cost for a semiprivate room in a nursing home in Ann Arbor is $9,429 per month. For a private room, the average cost is $10,950 per month.
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
Ann Arbor is one of the most expensive cities in Michigan for nursing home care. The Michigan state average is $8,973 per month, and the United States average is $7,756 per month. Detroit is just to the east of Ann Arbor, and it has a monthly average of $8,821 for nursing homes. Flint, to the north, is almost as expensive as Ann Arbor with a monthly average of $9,353. Monroe has the same exact estimated average as Ann Arbor, and Lansing has the same average as Michigan.
Ann Arbor
$9,429
Michigan
$8,973
United States
$7,756
Detroit
$8,821
Monroe
$9,429
Lansing
$8,973
Flint
$9,353
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Due to the high level of around-the-clock service, nursing homes are the most expensive form of senior care in Ann Arbor. At $5,590 per month, assisted living facilities are about half the price. They offer some of the same services as nursing homes absent the constant medical supervision. Seniors who need daily assistance but don’t want to leave their home can use home care or home health care services, which cost $4,767 per month and $4,862 per month respectively.
Home care
$4,767
Home health care
$4,862
Assisted living
$5,590
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$9,429
Nursing home (private room)
$10,950
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Ann Arbor, MI
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in Ann Arbor, MI
Nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Ann Arbor offer free resources that may be helpful to seniors in nursing homes or families looking for care options. Services range from benefits counseling to abuse prevention.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging 1-B | (800) 852-7795 | The Area Agency on Aging that serves Ann Arbor operates the local Long-Term Care Ombudsman office, which is a program that addresses problems in nursing homes and advocates for the rights of residents. For seniors at risk of nursing home placement, the agency offers meal delivery and in-home care options to maximize independence and delay transition. The Information and Assistance telephone line can answer any questions or concerns families may have about local services. Transportation is available to sites throughout the city to improve access to programs. |
| Legal Services of South Central Michigan | (734) 665-6181 | Seniors in nursing facilities, or at risk of placement, face specialized legal issues that Legal Services of South Central Michigan may handle for free. Their benefits assistance program, which includes help for social security, Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance, may give seniors the funds they need to pay for care. LSSCM also protects the rights of long-term care residents. This service depends on federal funding and donations from local volunteers. Priority goes to low-income older adults. |
| Washtenaw County Veteran Affairs | (734) 973-4540 | Veterans have access to benefits that make nursing homes and other long-term care options more affordable. Representatives help vets, and eligible dependents, apply for programs and resolve disputes. In addition to the regular pension, vets can apply for Aid & Attendance benefits, which are designed to help seniors with disabilities who may end up in a nursing facility. For seniors at risk of nursing home placement, the VA office can provide financial assistance for food, housing, transportation, utilities and medical care. |
| Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program | (734) 971-9781 | Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County (CSSWC) is a nonprofit organization that helps seniors in Ann Arbor get the most out of Medicare and Medicaid. They also assist older adults with prescription drug coverage and supplemental insurance. Families concerned about financial exploitation can contact CSSWC to discover presentations and community groups that focus on abuse prevention. This service is free to anyone who is eligible for Medicare. |
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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R.T
4
Review of Regency At Bluffs Park
My mom stayed for about a month at this rehab facility & overall she was comfortable during her stay. The staff was professional and accommodating. Please try to have staff in the future with...
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Stacy
1
Review of Optalis Skilled Nursing and Rehab of Ann Arbor
The sub acute rehab program was the shining star here. That said, the rest of my loved one's experience here was not acceptable. Understaffed, lack of sense of urgency to assist residents who hit...
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Bridget
4
Review of Optalis Skilled Nursing and Rehab of Ann Arbor
I like that Mom gets the care that she's supposed to be getting at Optalis Skilled Nursing and Rehab of Ann Arbor. Sometimes not all the aides are the greatest, but for the most part the nursing...
