Kalamazoo sits about 50 miles south of Grand Rapids and 35 miles east of Lake Michigan. The...
We've gathered 269 reviews reviews of Kalamazoo's assisted living communities to help you learn more about the area's long-term care options. Reviewers give these communities an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars. Learn more by exploring the reviews below.
CARING STARS WINNER
1700 Bronson Way, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
4.7
(16 reviews)
"Huge thank you to StoryPoint - Kalamazoo. Since my mom moved in, in October 2023, we have seen that not all heroes wear capes. My mom was welcomed, with open arms, when she moved in. And she has been “home” ever since. When she fell and broke her..."
$3,200
1400 North Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
4.4
(10 reviews)
"Friendship Village Kalamazoo is a big complex. They have a beautiful fitness center with a full-time fitness trainer, a nice library, a nice, beautiful dining room with nice tablecloths and flowers on the dining room tables, an art gallery, and there..."
$2,461
210 N. 9th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
4.3
(6 reviews)
"We toured Provision Living at Oshtemo, and I was very impressed. It's very clean and well-run. They're very friendly there. It's just that they only have 11 rooms in memory care, so that didn't work for our needs. The administration person that I tal..."
$4,500
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..."
$4,000
5364 Green Meadow Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My mother lived here for about 3 years. I toured several places over the years in the Kalamazoo area and since they were all for profit, as expected they were pleasant while recruiting me. This is a small facility. The staff greets you by name an..."
$4,529
4222 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
3.0
(11 reviews)
"Park Place Assisted Living is wonderful. I have nothing negative to say. The staff is wonderful. The majority of my father's caretakers have been there at that particular place of employment for over 15 years. He has no complaints about the food. The..."
$3,850
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3113 Parchmount Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49004
Butterfly Oasis is a unique living experience for seniors 65 and older who choose to live in a home-like setting where they are treated like family. Our specialized trained team provides personalized assistance to each individual ranging from moderate to total care. With care plans designed specifically for the individual and their specific needs. We offer family style living for 6 residents in our licensed barrier-free home. Each resident has their own private space, power-adjusted bed, and a flat-screen TV. There are large windows providing plenty of sunshine in the common areas while visiting, enjoying meals or participating in activities. Our intimate setting makes navigating the home easier with no long hallways. The enclosed backyard has lovely gardens and a deck to enjoy. All Inclusive Care Nurse Wellness Checks Trained staff 24 hours a day Memory Support Medication Management Home Cooked Meals Feeding Assistance Special Dietary Accommodations Mobility & Transfer Assistance Bathing & Dressing Assistance Laundry & Linen Service Housekeeping Services Planned Activities Cable TV, Internet, & Community Phone Professional Beautician Services Not included in the monthly rate: In-Home Physician Services Medication Cost Incontinence Supplies We partner with all Nursing Agencies, Therapy Groups, and Hospice Providers when needed. Upon Admission, there is a one-time nonrefundable Community Fee of $2500. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Adult Foster Care Search
$7,000
2400 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
4.5
(18 reviews)
"Well decorated rooms, very fresh. Food was good. Service was excellent..."
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620 PHILLIPS STREET, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The people and care are the reasons we picked Wyndham West and Directors Hall for my parents. They interacted with Mom, brought her coffee every day, helped her with daily routines and genuinely enjoyed talking with her. You could tell they cared f..."
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2920 Crystal Lane, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
3.9
(12 reviews)
"We put my father-in-law at Park Village Pines and the only reason we picked it was because it's closer to our house. The care is very good. His room is an adequate size, clean, and very nice. The food seems to be fairly nice. The staff is very caring..."
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1400 N Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
3.8
(8 reviews)
"Friendship Village Kalamazoo was very nice. They had a lot of amenities. They just were very helpful, and it looked like a nice place. It was a big facility, so the people in memory care, obviously, would be more restricted to what they can do. I..."
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600 Golden Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Wonderful warm community filled with caring staff. Supportive and always there for residents . ..."
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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..."
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8170 Vineyard Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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5297 Clato Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49004
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305 W Cork Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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2924 Crystal Lane, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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99 Walker St, Lawton, MI 49065
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband will be moving to Blueberry Hill Assisted Living. We had a very nice tour of the place, and the staff was very nice and informative. They also have lots of things for the residents to get involved in. I don't think the assisted living room..."
$3,450
CARING STARS WINNER
620 Ely Street, Allegan, MI 49010
4.9
(27 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious and very clean. Love the bay windows looking out on property. All the people working there truly do care for the residents. My parents have been there over a year. Dad just passed away and they kept him through end of life, with my..."
$4,900
677 Hazen, Paw Paw, MI 49079
4.5
(16 reviews)
"My father has been at Maple Lake for over a year and they have been a godsend to my family! I know my Dad is safe, has great food, great activities. If you need a place for your loved one…this is it! All the staff really love and care for your family..."
$4,250
Assisted Living
Jenna
4.0
Review of Provision Living at Oshtemo
I went to Provision Living at Oshtemo. The general manager of the facility had wonderful pieces of advice to give, things that I hadn't considered. She was very helpful. It was a very nice...
Assisted Living
Sue18
2.0
Review of Provision Living at Oshtemo
I toured Provision Living at Oshtemo. I was not impressed at all. It was like a nursing home room. It was a very small studio. There was a refrigerator and mom could bring a microwave, but that was...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD 0103e
5.0
Review of Provision Living at Oshtemo
Provision Living at Oshtemo is new. It has nice wide halls and lots of light. It's just more open and it feels less institutional. I saw activities going on. I saw some singing going on and some...
Kalamazoo's assisted living residences charge about $5,253 per month, making them moderately priced compared to nearby cities per Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. To the east, Battle Creek represents the higher end of the cost spectrum, with local communities charging about $11,072 per month. The southern city of Monroe features lower prices of around $3,850, underlining Michigan's wide price range.
Kalamazoo
$5,253
Michigan
$5,050
United States
$5,350
Battle Creek
$11,072
Monroe
$3,850
Niles
$6,400
Grand Rapids
$5,500
Seniors in Kalamazoo’s assisted living facilities spend an average of $4,350 a month on their care, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021. Across the state, most seniors spend about $100 less each month on assisted living while seniors across the country spend about $150 more.
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.
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 ranks as Kalamazoo's lowest-priced senior care option. At roughly $5,253 per month, the service costs $4,024 less than nursing home care and $1,039 less than home health care. In-home care is closer in price to assisted living, but it's still approximately $848 more per month.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,292
Assisted Living Facility
$5,253
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,277
Kalamazoo residents in assisted living facilities have access to multiple low-cost and free services that can help connect them with socialization opportunities, protect their rights and plan for long-term care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo County Veterans Service Office | (269) 373-5361 | At the Kalamazoo County Veterans Service Office, former members of the armed forces can receive assistance learning about their pension benefits and filing claims with the VA. The office also offers veterans a variety of healthcare services and financial aid for emergencies. |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | (269) 381-9750 | The Ecumenical Senior Center is a conveniently located gathering place where Kalamazoo's older adults can join other seniors to play games, participate in classes and dine together during congregate meals. The senior center also has spiritual activities such as Bible studies and it regularly organizes outings around town. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (269) 382-0515 | Through the R.S.V.P., Kalamazoo's older adults can use some of the skills they've learned over their careers or learn new ones to improve their community. The program has volunteer opportunities for a variety of organizations, ensuring seniors of all backgrounds can contribute. |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program exists to ensure residents of assisted living and other senior care facilities receive quality care with the freedom to exercise their rights. Volunteers and workers in the program assist families in researching senior care facilities by pulling up communities' inspection records and past citations, and when seniors become residents, the same volunteers can investigate and resolve issues that may arise. |
| Kalamazoo County Older Adult Services Division | (269) 373-5173 | Serving as the Area Agency on Aging, the Kalamazoo County Older Adult Services Division manages several programs that can make living at home easier for seniors. Home delivered meals, caregiver assistance, transportation and insurance counseling are just a few of the programs seniors can connect with through the agency. |
Kalamazoo-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.
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