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Assisted Living Communities in Clarkston, Michigan

Clarkston, MI, sits on the northwestern edge of the Detroit metropolitan area and offers seniors the choice of 8 assisted living facilities. However, adjacent suburbs bring another 346 choices...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Clarkston, MI and Nearby Cities

Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey notes that assisted living costs $1,100 less than the national midpoint in Clarkston, but expenses vary widely throughout Michigan. Seniors in Detroit's urban center pay a significantly higher median of $5,949 for assisted living, but retirees in Ann Arbor pay a steeper $6,500 rate. In contrast to those locations, seniors save $400 on assisted living moving from Clarkston to Monroe.

Clarkston

$4,250

Michigan

$5,050

United States

$5,350

Detroit

$5,949

Ann Arbor

$6,500

Monroe

$3,850

Paying for Assisted Living in Clarkston

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Clarkston

Michigan provides personal care services through the Medicaid State Plan, which covers homes for the aged. It also provides an optional state supplement for supplemental security income recipients who reside in a home for the aged that limits room and board charges.

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Clarkston, MI

Assisted living costs considerably less than other types of care in Clarkston, with in-home care offering the closest equivalent, both in price and services, at $5,720. Seniors pay $6,548 more than assisted living for a semi-private room in a nursing home, making this option quite costly. Home health care, costing $2,042 more than assisted living, provides another alternative for seniors who need medical support.

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$6,292

Assisted Living Facility

$4,250

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$10,798

Note: Since data for Clarkston is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Flint, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Clarkston

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SE Michigan Area Agencies on Aging 1-B(800) 852-7795

SE Michigan AAA serves six counties, including Oakland. Its information and assistance line helps seniors access programs they need to thrive. Other services it administers include meals on wheels, direct home care services, legal services, transportation assistance, health and wellness classes and advocacy programs, among others.


Senior Community Center(248) 625-8231

Clarkston’s senior center offers wellness and recreational programs, drop-in activities and other services for adults aged 50 and over. Popular activities include computer classes, games, live music, crafts, movies, day and extended trips, informative presentations, dancing instruction, exercise programs and more.


Long Term Care Ombudsman Program(866) 485-9393

The LTC Ombudsman Program is housed under the AAA 1-B office and serves six counties, including Oakland. Residents of long-term care facilities in Clarkston can contact the LTC ombudsman for help with complaints against licensed long-term care facilities. It helps resolve disputes and advocates on behalf of the residents.


Durable Equipment Loan Closet(248) 625-8231

The Durable Equipment Loan Closet in Clarkston is operated by the Senior Community Center. This program loans out various equipment, including canes, walkers, wheelchairs, commode seats and shower chairs, with a small deposit. Items can be borrowed for up to six months, but extensions are available.


Oakland County Veterans’ Services(248) 858-0785 or (248) 452-2189

Oakland County’s Veterans’ Services has experienced counselors who help veterans get their benefits, file claims and appeal negative decisions. It also offers a transportation program to ensure veterans make it to their medical appointments at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers in Detroit and Ann Arbor.


Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Clarkston

Clarkston-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Carrolann

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Vista Springs Trillium Village Estate

My sister moved to Vista Springs Trillium Village Estate and it's very nice, clean, and bright. The staff is nice. We are very pleased with her living space. They have a library, an activity room...

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Julie

I visited this facility

Review of Addington Place of Clarkston

I did a tour of Addington Place of Clarkston. It is the one that we were originally looking at to put my mom in. I like the nurse there. She was very informative and helpful. The place was under...

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Alinda

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Addington Place of Clarkston

My mother is in an assisted living building at Addington Place of Clarkston. I had made several calls to other places and Addington Place called me back and they were close also. The layout is...

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