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Vibrant Life Kalamazoo
3700 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
"My father-in-law has moved here. The place is small. It is different than a lot of the bigger communities. However, we...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,000
Assisted Living Communities in Kalamazoo, MI
Kalamazoo sits about 50 miles south of Grand Rapids and 35 miles east of Lake Michigan. The...
midsize city and its surroundings feature 41 assisted living communities, including 41 communities within city limits. As of 2024, these communities charge roughly $5,253 per month, outpacing Michigan's median rate by $203.
We've gathered 305 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 4.4 out of 5 stars stars. Learn more by exploring the reviews below.
41 Providers
LakeHouse Kalamazoo
5364 Green Meadow Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
"My mother lived here for about 3 years. I toured several places over the years in the Kalamazoo area and since they...
Assisted Living
$3,375
Friendship Village Kalamazoo
1400 North Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
"We have been very pleased with the care that mom has been getting at Woodside at Friendship Village. I noticed there...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+2
$5,748
Park Place Senior Living
4222 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
"My father has been a resident here for 5 years. We have been very happy with his care..The employees and staff are...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,850
Caring Stars Winner
StoryPoint Kalamazoo
1700 Bronson Way, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
"My mother has moved into StoryPoint Kalamazoo. We just liked how it looked. It was bright and open, and the apartment...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+1
$5,540
StoryPoint Oshtemo
210 N 9th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
"It is a brand-new facility. They had courtyards where the residents can wander in and out of. I just thought it had a...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,040
Caring Stars Winner
StoryPoint Portage
3951 W Milham Rd, Portage, MI 49024
"We looked at other facilities before my mom chose this one. She has her own apartment with furniture she had in her...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$6,100
Bickford of Portage
4707 W. Milham Ave., Portage, MI 49024
"I visited Bickford of Portage. What I like most about Bickford of Portage is the location, and they followed up. They...
Assisted Living
$3,802
Butterfly Oasis
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...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$7,000
Brookdale Portage
3100 Old Centre Avenue, Portage, MI 49024
"I went and visitied Wynwood of Portage. My mom was not ready to move in just yet, but that's where she would want to go...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,360
Stanford Lodge of Plainwell
409 Naomi Street, Plainwell, MI 49080
"Its a great place from get go. They were able to fill all the paperwork for my mom and have taken care of her since last...
Assisted Living
$4,600
Kauhale Otsego
700 Eley Street, Otsego, MI 49078
Kauhale Otsego offers assisted living and memory care. Our building features 52 private suites, two dining areas, great...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,100
Blueberry Hill Assisted Living
99 Walker St, Lawton, MI 49065
"I toured Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton. I like that it was clean. The people were very friendly. The rooms were...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$3,450
True Care Living
565 General Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037
"We are so thankful for TrueCare. They were the only assisted living place that financially met our needs. The rooms...
Assisted Living
$3,000
Grainhouse Grove
191 Lois Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49015
"We had a very nice tour. I liked the size of the rooms and that seemed to be really nice. The bathroom that goes with it...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,250
Bickford of Battle Creek
3432 Capital Ave. SW, Battle Creek, MI 49015
"They have people of differing mental capacities at Bickford all mixed in together. They do group similar people...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,802
Kelly's Hillside Manor
23977 Morton Street, Dowagiac, MI 49047
"My uncle is comfortable at Kelly's Hillside Manor. He likes the other people who live there. He likes the guy who owns...
Assisted Living
$2,500
Directors Hall
600 Golden Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
"Wonderful warm community filled with caring staff. Supportive and always there for residents . "
Assisted Living
Pricing unavailable
Wyndham West
620 PHILLIPS STREET, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
"I live close by the Heritage Community and so I was able to have a tour in the facility. The place was nice. The staff...
Assisted Living
Pricing unavailable
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo
2300 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
"We did a tour of Heritage Community of Kalamazoo. I liked that the staff was readily available to explain how a...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Pricing unavailable
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Cathy
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Kalamazoo
The caregivers at Storypoint Kalamazoo are wonderful! They truly care for my mother and her well-being. They are friendly, kind, and ensure that she is being well cared for. The management staff at...
Provider response
Hello Cathy, Thank you for sharing such kind words about our team at StoryPoint Kalamazoo. We know how important it is to feel confident in your loved one’s care, and we’re so glad to hear that...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD 0103e
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Oshtemo
It 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 cardio drumming at one...
Assisted Living
Robert
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Oshtemo
It is a brand-new facility. They had courtyards where the residents can wander in and out of. I just thought it had a very friendly atmosphere to it. The staff who showed us around was very...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
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
Paying for Assisted Living in Kalamazoo
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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kalamazoo
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 Care
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
Free Assisted Living Resources in Kalamazoo
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. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kalamazoo
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.
