Portage sits in Kalamazoo County in southwestern Michigan and features a mix of urban...
This directory features 341 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities throughout the Portage region to help you make educated care decisions. Based on these ratings, local facilities earn a typical quality score of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
CARING STARS WINNER
3951 W Milham Rd, Portage, MI 49024
4.3
(49 reviews)
"I have been to StoryPoint Portage on Milham Road before when I was with the Red Hats Society. We got a tour through their independent living. It was very nice, just a little out of my price range. The food was great, and the whole building was nice. ..."
$5,500
4707 W. Milham Ave., Portage, MI 49024
4.5
(10 reviews)
"I visited Bickford of Portage. What I like most about Bickford of Portage is the location, and they followed up. They have pretty much the same room as the other place. You have to bring your own furniture such as your bed. They also have indoor spac..."
$3,802
3100 Old Centre Avenue, Portage, MI 49024
4.0
(25 reviews)
"I have been to Brookdale Portage twice to look at the place and I'm actually going back there with my son. It was a very nice place. I liked that they had larger bedrooms. The facility looked lovely. It was very nice, clean, and very neat. The staf..."
$2,500
7818 Kenmure Drive, Portage, MI 49024
3.5
(7 reviews)
"My mother-in law is a resident at Fountain view, she is very happy and really loves the staff. Ms. White is very professional as well as her staff. They keep us informed on everything that is going on with my mother. We can call and ask them anythi..."
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9842 Oakland Dr., Portage, MI 49024
The staff at Hudson's Country Manor provides personalized services designed to meet the needs of every patient. The dedicated health professionals offer the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Extremely warm and wonderful family atmosphere, a 24-hour awake staff, visiting physicians, delicious meals, outings, art classes and transportation to doctors appointments, etc. are just a few of the services that we offer. We have 3 Managers available to assist in all way possible.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
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7855 Currier Dr, Portage, MI 49002
Welcome to MediLodge of Portage a leading provider of long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation solutions. Our center offers a full continuum of services and care focused around each individual in today’s ever-changing healthcare environment. We understand you have many choices when selecting a health centerTo 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
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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
(26 reviews)
"My dad moved to Briarwood Assisted Living & Memory Care. They were very attentive and answered all my questions. It was clean. It's a comfortable area. I've only noticed bingo. That was all I saw so far. They're really expensive...."
$4,900
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
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
1215 North Elm Street, Three Rivers, MI 49093
4.5
(2 reviews)
"It was very clean. A lot of people had their doors open, and everything was clean and smelled nicely. The people were incredibly nice. It was a quiet neighborhood. I liked the whole setup of it. They don't have a nursing home, but they will keep you ..."
$3,830
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
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
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
409 Naomi Street, Plainwell, MI 49080
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My mom is 90 years old and she needed immediate assistance. I needed an assisted living facility that fit my budget and included range of services. I was glad that Stanford was one stop Shop and provided all services my mom needed at one affordable c..."
$4,600
CARING STARS WINNER
191 Lois Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.1
(14 reviews)
"I had a good visit at Brookdale Battle Creek Assisted Living. I was prepared to take my mother there, but she ended up having to go to the hospital. They'll have to do another assessment of her to see if they can still cover her level of care and if ..."
$4,250
3432 Capital Ave. SW, Battle Creek, MI 49015
4.0
(27 reviews)
"Love Hailey! She is absolutely wonderful! Staff is so kind and helpful! Looking forward to getting a good night sleep knowing my father is in good hands! Thank you Hailey!..."
$3,802
565 General Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037
3.7
(9 reviews)
"I'm not sure why there aren't any recent photos; this place was entirely remodeled. The new owner really impresses me how he is personally involved in everything...."
$3,000
4222 S. Westnedge, 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..."
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Assisted Living
Terra
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Portage
Our experience with Storypoint has been a little different perhaps than the norm. We had previously met with staff and toured Storypoint and we booked a respite stay for my husband for the month of...
Provider response
Hello Terra, Thank you so much for sharing your experience at StoryPoint. We are thrilled to hear about the exceptional care and support your husband has received from our dedicated team. It...
Assisted Living
Kimberly
5.0
Review of Bickford of Portage
I visited Bickford of Portage. What I like most about Bickford of Portage is the location, and they followed up. They have pretty much the same room as the other place. You have to bring your own...
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We pride ourselves on our home-like atmosphere but most importantly the love and care we give our residents. We are family at Bickford. We would...
Assisted Living
amywald
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Portage
We have had a great experience with Story Point of Portage. I feel so fortunate that my mother can live in such a welcoming community. My mom is in the assisted living with enhanced care. The staff...
Seniors in Portage pay around $5,253 per month for assisted living, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This price closely aligns with the national norm of $5,350 but tracks about $200 above the state median. By comparison, local rates run well below costs in Battle Creek, where facilities charge around $11,072. However, in Jackson, rates run considerably lower at roughly $4,733.
Portage
$5,253
Michigan
$5,050
The United States
$5,350
Niles
$6,400
Battle Creek
$11,072
Grand Rapids
$5,500
Jackson
$4,733
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 the most economical senior care solution in Portage, with seniors paying around $5,253 monthly. This rate offers roughly $850 in savings over in-home care costs, and home health care costs about $1,040 more. Seniors who require around-the-clock care and monitoring pay approximately $9,277 for shared living units.
In Portage, seniors can receive services and take part in programs offered by private and public agencies. These services are offered for free or at a low cost to those who live in the area.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Portage Senior Center | (269) 329-4555 | The Portage Senior Center has programs and services for seniors ages 50 and older who want to make new friends, take part in activities and sign up for educational classes. Some of the activities the center offers include games, dancing, exercise classes, weekly outings and meals. |
| Kalamazoo County Area Agency on Aging | (269) 373-5173 | The local Area Agency on Aging is a non-profit agency that offers community outreach, health education classes, elder abuse prevention and community meals. The agency also offers transportation to and from the local senior centers. |
| Michigan Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (517) 827-8040 | The long-term care ombudsman serves as an advocate for seniors who live in long-term care facilities. The ombudsman investigates and works to resolve complaints against long-term care facilities and frequently visits these communities to ensure they are standing up to state and federal standards. |
| Southwest Michigan Senior Services | (269) 382-0515 | Senior Services is a private, non-profit agency that provides over 20 different services that support the health and overall care of seniors in the area. These services include a telephone reassurance program, behavioral health and wellness, a pet food bank and a local farmer’s market. |
| Kalamazoo Veterans Service Office | (269) 373-5200 | The Kalamazoo Veterans Service Office provides services and assistance to men and women who have served in the military. The service department can help veterans sign up for education benefits, medical treatment, emergency financial aid and provide assistance referrals. The agency can also help an individual in long-term care sign up for the Aid and Attendance benefit that pays for home and community-based services in long-term care. |
Portage-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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