The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Marshall, MI for 2023
Also serving communities of Albion, Albion.
There are 21 Assisted Living Facilities in the Marshall area, with 5 in Marshall and 16 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Marshall is $4,400 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,875. Cheaper nearby regions include Battle Creek with an average starting cost of $3,436.
To help you with your search, browse the 78 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Marshall. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Marshall 4.2 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Charlotte with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Marshall, MI
Marshall Comfort Care Assisted Living...
The Colonial House LLC
Verona Adult Foster Care Center
Best Care Plus Living Center West
MediLodge of Marshall
NorthPointe Woods
Bickford of Battle Creek
Brookdale Battle Creek Assisted Living
True Care Living
The Heritage Assisted Living Community
Lakeview Assisted Living
Lakewood Assisted Living
The Flower House
Stone Ridge Assisted Living and Adult...
Tuckers Hilltop Care Home
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Marshall
A classically structured fountain built in 1930 lends the Brooks Memorial Fountain Park a taste of Versailles, France, and local seniors, who make up 21.8% of the 7,005 residents in Marshall, Michigan, may enjoy a stroll through the city's main green space. To accommodate those aged 65 and older who may need help with the tasks of daily living, there are three assisted living facilities in town and 15 more in neighboring communities. In Marshall and the rest of Michigan, the Department of Human Services licenses and regulates these facilities as homes for the aged.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Marshall
- On a scales of 1 to 100 (worst), Marshall's violent crime rate is 12.6, which is 10 points lower than the national average whereas the city's property crime rate is 26.6, eight points lower than the national average. The lower crime rates may give seniors peace of mind when running errands in town.
- At 91, Marshall's cost of living is six points lower than the state average and about 10 points lower than the national average. This is mostly driven by housing costs, but seniors in assisted living facilities may benefit from the lower cost of healthcare.
- Seniors might breathe easier in Marshall than in most areas of the U.S. According to the EPA, Marshall's air quality rating of 77 is 19 points higher than the national average. Its water quality rating is 72, which is also better than the national median of 55.
- Summer highs in Marshall reach 83 degrees in July, which gives seniors plenty of opportunities to enjoy the warmer weather. In the winter, January lows dip to 17, which might aggravate conditions sensitive to the cold, such as arthritis. Marshall gets 50 inches of snow, nearly double the U.S. average of 28, although annual rainfall at 37 inches is on par with the national average of 38 inches.
- Michigan is relatively tax-friendly to seniors. The state does not tax Social Security retirement benefits and there's a large deduction on other types of retirement income.
- The Marshall area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Oaklawn Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Note: Data on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in Marshall
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Marshall start around $4,400 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 Marshall 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Marshall
In Michigan, the MI Choice Medicaid Waiver enables seniors in Marshall and throughout the state who require specialized care to live in a home for the aged, or an adult foster care home.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Marshall
Marshall and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Marshall, please visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Marshall
Marshall-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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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Marshall
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Review of The Colonial House LLC
We have our father right now at The Colonial House. Amy, the owner, is wonderful. She cares about the residents. She is very understanding and caring with the family members themselves and the resi... Read more
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Review of Marshall Comfort Care Assisted Living and Memory Care
I live near Maplewood of Marshall so I've visited it. It's assisted living but they have people that are there permanently and can drive, get out and walk around in those sorts of things. I like th... Read more
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Review of Marshall Comfort Care Assisted Living and Memory Care
Maplewood is close to my mother’s home, and she likes that. She knew some people there. We didn’t choose it because it is very expensive; it is out of our price range. It is a great location for us. Read more
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