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Assisted Living Communities in Fenton, MI
Fenton sits mainly within Genesee County, with portions extending into Oakland and Livingston...
counties, in the Flint Metropolitan Area. In 2024, local seniors spend around $4,250 per month on assisted living, which falls below the statewide median of $5,050. Prospective residents have assisted living communities to choose from in Fenton, along with more outside the city.
In this guide, we include 1493 reviews reviews of local assisted living communities to help with your long-term care planning. Based on feedback, these facilities have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
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Connie
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Fenton
I love StoryPoint Fenton, but it's too expensive for my brother-in-law. It's beautiful. The whole facility is top-notch. It is very open and welcoming. There is a huge gathering area. The...
Provider response
Hello Connie, Thank you for your detailed feedback! We appreciate your insights about the welcoming atmosphere and beautiful spaces within our community. It’s great to hear that you found the...
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Denise
5.0
Review of Almost Home AFC
My mom will move into Almost Home. I like the cleanliness, the care I've seen, and the friendly staff. The rooms were very nice. The food was nutritious. They had orange-glazed chicken that day...
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Barb
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Fenton
I went toured here. That would have been ideal, but they didn't have any two-bedroom openings. They're excellent. I like the two bedrooms, two baths and it was just very nice. The staff during the...
Provider response
Hello Barb, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your tour! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the two-bedroom layout and found our common spaces relaxing. It's great to know...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Fenton, MI and Nearby Cities
Based on the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Fenton’s assisted living rates hover near $4,250 monthly, which trends $800 below the state median. Local costs also compare favorably to rates in nearby cities, including Lansing, where facilities charge approximately $5,500, and Detroit, where residents pay roughly $5,949 for care.
Fenton
$4,250
Michigan
$5,050
The United States
$5,350
Saginaw
$5,000
Bay City
$5,075
Detroit
$5,949
Lansing
$5,500
Paying for Assisted Living in Fenton, MI
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fenton
There are a number of state and federal programs that offer financial assistance to eligible Fenton seniors. These include Healthy Michigan, MI Choice and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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 Fenton, MI
Assisted living costs in Fenton come in at approximately $4,250 per month, making it the most budget-friendly senior care solution in the city. By contrast, seniors who obtain private custodial services at home pay about $5,720 for in-home care, and home health care agencies set a baseline rate of around $6,292. Nursing home care also costs more at roughly $10,798.
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 Fenton is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Flint, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Fenton
Fenton's seniors can benefit from a wide range of free resources, some of which are listed here. The resources can help seniors meet some costs, improve poor-quality care, learn new skills and make new friends.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Fenton Community & Cultural Center | (810) 629-2512 | Fenton Community & Cultural Center is a wheelchair-accessible hub that operates Senior Fridays, a day of activities catering to the city's older residents. Activities include bingo games and painting classes. On the fourth Friday of every month, the center provides nutritious lunches for seniors for a fee of $4 per meal. Other programs may incur nominal fees, such as $1 for bingo. |
| Michigan Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (866) 485-9393 | Seniors who can't resolve an issue with the owner or manager of their assisted living facility can take their complaint to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, who will investigate and seek to resolve the issue on the senior's behalf. The ombudsman also educates seniors about their rights in care communities. There is no charge for their services. |
| Flint VA Clinic | (810) 720-2913 | The Flint VA Clinic is a community-based outpatient clinic that delivers primary care services to vets in Genesee County. It also provides anticoagulation, social work and mental health services. Seniors in need of hospitalization are transferred to the VA Ann Arbor Medical Center, although those in need of immediate care are taken to one of three medical centers within the county. |
| Valley Area Agency on Aging | (810) 239-7671 | The Valley Area Agency on Aging is a multi-resource nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors in the area. The AAA can assist seniors by providing referrals to Medicare counselors who can help them plan for their futures, information on locations of health screenings for older residents, and legal services for those on low incomes. |
| Mott Community College Gold Card | (810) 762-0200 | Adults aged 60 and over can apply for the Mott Community College Gold Card, which meets their tuition costs for standard classes. Seniors will need to pay for other fees, including textbooks. The card also provides 50% discounts on some courses. Fenton seniors can study at the Southern Lakes Branch Center in the city. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fenton
Fenton-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.
