The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Montrose, MI for 2023

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Montrose

• The weather in Montrose is highly seasonal, with the mild summers and cold winters typical of the northern Midwest. Summer highs in Montrose rise to 82 degrees, and winter lows dip to just 15. Spring and summer bring over 31 inches of rain to the fields around Montrose, which usually raises pollen that can be an issue for many seniors with asthma. Late fall and winter see up to 48 inches of snow on the ground in Montrose.
• The cost of living in Montrose is low by national standards. Overall costs in the area are 12% below the national average across all categories, with some expenses lower still. Healthcare, for example, costs seniors in Montrose an average of 17% less than the average national rate, which can help those on a fixed budget.
• Crime rates in Montrose are very low. Combining all crime categories, the rate reported in Montrose is close to 20% of the national crime rate. Seniors in Montrose are even safer from violent crime, rates of which drop well below the already-low overall crime rate for the town.
• Public transportation in Montrose is provided by MTA Flint, which operates regular bus service throughout the region, including a Senior Shopper line which shuttles seniors into the downtown grocery and convenience store districts. Seniors ride scheduled routes on MTA at a discount, and all vehicles are ADA-compliant for riders with limited mobility.
• The Montrose area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Ascension St. Mary's Hospital Health Center at Birch Run, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Montrose has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Genesee County Commission On Aging, an organization that provides classes and healthcare resources for local seniors, as well as more than half a dozen senior centers.

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