Assisted Living Facilities in Frankfort, MI

To help you with your search, browse the 8 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Frankfort. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Frankfort 3.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Manistee with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Frankfort is a coastal community of sand dunes and glowing red sunsets over the water in Michigan's Benzie County. Home to nearly 18,000 people, roughly 26% of Frankfort's citizens are seniors aged 65 and over. Seniors in Frankfort have their choice of any of the town's 16 assisted living facilities. Residents in these assisted living facilities have daily assistance with personal care, meal preparation and sometimes transportation to and from medical appointments. Michigan does not require licensing for all of its senior care communities, though long-term care facilities for seniors are regulated through the Michigan Department of Human Services.

• The weather in Frankfort is mild in summer and sometimes cold in winter. August highs in Frankfort average 77 degrees, while December lows average just 18. Frankfort gets about 35 inches of rain each year, while seniors can enjoy outdoor winter activities on a blanket of 102 inches of snow.
• The cost of living in Frankfort is close to the national average for most cost categories. Most expenses in Frankfort average about 3% less than national costs for housing and other expenses. Seniors in Frankfort pay up to 14% less than the national average for healthcare.
• Crime rates in Frankfort are not far off from the typical rates in cities Frankfort's size across the nation. Seniors in Frankfort live in a community with about 5% lower overall crime rates, though most of this is nonviolent property crimes, such as theft. Violent crimes are significantly less common in Frankfort than they are nationwide.
• Public transportation in the areas surrounding Frankfort is largely in the hands of Benzie Bus, which schedules rides throughout northwestern Michigan. All Benzie County seniors aged 60 and over ride Benzie Bus at a discount, and rides operate six days a week, starting at 5 a.m.
• The Frankfort area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Frankfort has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Benzie Area Christian Neighbors, an organization that provides seniors with food and clothing assistance on both a continuing and emergency basis, as well as more than two senior centers.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Frankfort start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Frankfort and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.