Assisted Living Communities in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Mount Pleasant, MI below include 7 Assisted Living facilities with 85 reviews. On average in Mount Pleasant, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant, MI and Nearby Cities
Alma
$4,100
US
$4,000
Mount Pleasant
$3,816
Midland
$3,633
Clare
$2,700
Paying for Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant
Assisted Living costs in Mount Pleasant start around $3,816 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 Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant
Michigan provides personal care services through its Medicaid State Plan, including homes for the aged. It also provides an optional state supplement that limits room and board charges for recipients of supplemental security income who reside in a home for the aged.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted 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 Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant, please visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant
The senior population of Mount Pleasant is 8.4 percent, well below the national average of 15.6 percent in the United States. Despite the low senior population, the Mount Pleasant area still has eight assisted living facilities, with six in Mount Pleasant and two in nearby towns like Midland. The Michigan Department of Human Services regulates assisted living in that state, including homes for the aged and adult foster care. A home for the aged is generally for people over the age of 60, while an adult foster care home is for any adult who requires special care. These facilities provide help with the activities of daily living, including hygiene, eating, grooming, medication reminders and general care.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant
- Mount Pleasant is located in Isabella County, which is in the middle of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Seniors will find winters particularly cold in this part of Michigan. It has an average low temperature of 14 degrees during January, with an average high of 28 degrees. The average low in July is 59 degrees, and the average high is 82 degrees.
- The cost of living is relatively low in Mount Pleasant, about 91 percent of the national average. Seniors should be able to afford living in Mount Pleasant as easily as most other cities. Groceries are about 96 percent of the national average, and all other expenses are very close to the national average.
- The overall crime rate in Mount Pleasant is relatively high, and is safer than only 28 percent of all cities in the United States. However, the annual rate of violent crime is 4.18 per thousand people in Mount Pleasant, which compares favorably to the annual rate of 4.59 per thousand for Michigan. Seniors will therefore find Mount Pleasant to be safer than most other cities in Michigan.
- I-Ride is a public transportation service sponsored by the Isabella County Transportation Commission. The fare for senior and disabled citizens is half the standard fare.
- The Isabella County Commission on Aging maintains a full schedule of activities for senior citizens. These include classes in recreational activities such as music, exercise and dancing. Additional services include legal and medical assistance.
- The Mount Pleasant area is home to world-class medical facilities, including the Central Michigan Community Hospital and Mid Michigan Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Deanne Travis
5.0
Review of Crestwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
The rooms are very nice! The staff is awesome! They have so many activities available too!
Provider response
Hi Deanne, Thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear about your experience. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out!
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Wonderful
5.0
Review of Crestwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
Crestwood is wonderful! A beautiful community that includes everyone. So many fun activities that it is hard to attend all of them. The staff is very kind and respectful. Grateful that both of my...
Provider response
Hello, Thank you for your review! We appreciate your kind words about our team and community. If you have any feedback or need assistance, feel free to reach out anytime!
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Michele
5.0
Review of Crestwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
My dad recently moved into CRESTWOOD of Mt. Pleasant. Move in process was very seamless. All the staff are very nice and helpful. Rooms are very comfortable and spacious. My Dad is slowly...
Provider response
Hi Michele, We appreciate your review! It's great to hear your dad is finding everything at ease in our community. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Thank you!