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700 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017
4.3
(22 reviews)
"The staff at NorthPointe Woods was wonderful. We met with two different people and they were very welcoming. They showed us the whole facility and their units were larger than any of the other facilities we toured. They also invited us to have dinner..."
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3432 Capital Ave. SW, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.0
(27 reviews)
"Love Hailey! She is absolutely wonderful! Staff is so kind and helpful! Looking forward to getting a good night sleep knowing my father is in good hands! Thank you Hailey!..."
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191 Lois Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.1
(14 reviews)
"I had a good visit at Brookdale Battle Creek Assisted Living. I was prepared to take my mother there, but she ended up having to go to the hospital. They'll have to do another assessment of her to see if they can still cover her level of care and if ..."
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197 Lois Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.3
(9 reviews)
"We had a very nice tour at Brookdale Battle Creek Memory Care. I liked the size of the rooms and that seemed to be really nice. The bathroom that goes with it is big enough that you can get a wheelchair in very easily, so that looks like it's a plus...."
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565 General Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037
3.7
(9 reviews)
"I'm not sure why there aren't any recent photos; this place was entirely remodeled. The new owner really impresses me how he is personally involved in everything...."
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14661 Helmer Road, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.8
(7 reviews)
"My dad moved to Lakeview Assisted Living. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and efficient. The facility is clean. It's decorated nicely. Some of the food has not been to my dad's liking. They have a bunch of different activities, but he has not us..."
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14420 S. HELMER ROAD, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.5
(9 reviews)
"We really liked The Heritage Assisted Living Community. It was nice and clean. The people seemed really nice. We just met the woman that was showing us around. There wasn't anything I didn't like about it. Everything was light, airy, and clean. The r..."
READ MORE126 North Division, Battle Creek, MI 49017
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1003 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017
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READ MORE128 Eastway Place, Battle Creek, MI 49015
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READ MORE318 Richfield Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037
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READ MORE875 Meachem Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017
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1821 North East Street, Hastings, MI 49058
4.8
(23 reviews)
"My Dad was a resident in memory care at Woodlawn Meadows for a year until he passed a couple weeks ago. From the moment we arrived to have a look, we all felt this was the place. Staff were welcoming and the facility was clean, cheerful and inviting..."
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150 Northshore Drive, Coldwater, MI 49036
4.7
(4 reviews)
"I went to see their assisted living facility, and it was fine. They were very, very helpful during the tour. They offer meals, housekeeping, and laundry. They have private, nice apartments. There was no issue with the place; it's just not going to be..."
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3700 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My father-in-law has moved here. The place is small. It is different than a lot of the bigger communities. However, we feel like our father-in-law is getting very good day-to-day care. The people working there are very attentive and very communicativ..."
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200 Westbrook Ct., Marshall, MI 49068
4.0
(3 reviews)
"I live near Maplewood of Marshall so I've visited it. It's assisted living but they have people that are there permanently and can drive, get out and walk around in those sorts of things. I like the cleanliness and orderliness of the place. The staff..."
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2300 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We did a tour of Heritage Community of Kalamazoo. I liked that the staff was readily available to explain how a continuum of care investment was a good fit for our family. They have a lot of dining options and socially active living for independent l..."
READ MORE9950 S Clark Road, Nashville, MI 49073
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Flower House didn't have a bed available, and they were farther away from my house, but the place was very nice. It was the most homey place I've been to. They're very personable and just the nicest people. They knew every one of their residents and ..."
READ MORE1302 W. Hughes, Marshall, MI 49068
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We have our father right now at The Colonial House. Amy, the owner, is wonderful. She cares about the residents. She is very understanding and caring with the family members themselves and the residents' friends. The house is open. It's pretty much t..."
READ MORE8774 N 32nd Street, Richland, MI 49083
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Beacon Pointe Richland for my father-in-law. It's very nice, new, and clean. The room is very nice as well. The staff was all very friendly and pleasant to deal with. We looked at the menu and they had a wide variety of options. It was nice...."
READ MOREAssisted living residents in Battle Creek pay $3,400 per month for care, which is hundreds of dollars below the state norm of $4,250 and the national average of $4,500. Other cities in the region have higher monthly care expenses, including Jackson, where rates come in at $4,000, and Lansing, where rates average $4,313. In Grand Rapids, care costs are about $1,400 higher than in Battle Creek, and in Ann Arbor, rates come in at $6,093.
Battle Creek
$3,400
Michigan
$4,250
United States
$4,500
Jackson
$4,000
Ann Arbor
$6,093
Lansing
$4,313
Grand Rapids
$4,828
In Battle Creek, assisted living facilities charge $3,400 per month for housing and personalized care.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
Assisted living is the most economical type of care surveyed in Battle Creek, with seniors paying $3,400 per month for residential services. This is significantly lower than the cost of in-home care and home health care, which provide a similar scope of services for $5,173 per month. Assisted living is also affordable compared to nursing home care, which is more than double the cost of residential care at $8,669.
In-Home Care
$5,173
Home Health Care
$5,173
Assisted Living Facility
$3,400
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,669
Battle Creek seniors find information and guidance from numerous local resources, including the local senior center, the Area Agency on Aging and a nonprofit legal organization. Through these resources, seniors can get help with navigating their long-term care options and other age-related issues. These resources can also help seniors find ways to supplement assisted living services or pay for care costs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| CareWell Services Southwest | (800) 626-6719 | CareWell Services Southwest is the Area Agency on Aging for the Battle Creek region and has information specialists who provide referrals for community-based programs, such as prescription drug assistance, transportation and medical equipment loans. The agency also operates senior centers throughout the region, including one in Battle Creek. |
| Calhoun County Senior Services | (269) 781-0846 | The county publishes a range of resources for older adults, helping them find services such as dental care, guardianship services, hearing and vision care, legal advice and money management assistance. The county also organizes health education classes, health screenings and fitness programs, and it offers a transportation service. |
| AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP | (269) 382-0515 | RSVP provides exclusive volunteer opportunities for those aged 55 and over in Battle Creek and the surrounding region. Through this program, seniors can serve in local schools, libraries, museums and community spaces, depending on their interests. Volunteers get benefits, such as supplemental insurance and mileage reimbursement. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | The long-term care ombudsman visits assisted living facilities in Battle Creek and the surrounding region and provides education on topics such as residents’ rights and paying for long-term care. The ombudsman can also help seniors address gaps in their care plans or resolve interpersonal conflicts or involuntary discharges. |
| Legal Services of South Central Michigan | (269) 965-3951 | This organization provides free civil legal aid for those aged 60 and over. Through this nonprofit organization, seniors can get help with applying for public or veterans’ benefits or addressing issues such as denied health insurance claims. It can also help seniors obtain medical services or navigate consumer debt problems. |
Battle Creek Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page for more information about these laws.
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Reviewer#ET1012c
5.0
Review of Lakeview Assisted Living
My dad moved to Lakeview Assisted Living. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and efficient. The facility is clean. It's decorated nicely. Some of the food has not been to my dad's liking. They...
Assisted Living
Lauri
5.0
Review of Brookdale Battle Creek Assisted Living
I had a good visit at Brookdale Battle Creek Assisted Living. I was prepared to take my mother there, but she ended up having to go to the hospital. They'll have to do another assessment of her to...
Assisted Living
Lauri
2.0
Review of Bickford of Battle Creek
I didn't like the vibe of Bickford of Battle Creek. I met with the sales manager and the maintenance guy. The residents didn't seem very happy and they didn't show me everything. They showed me a...
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