Genesis Home - Rochester Hills
2609 Stonebury Drive, Rochester Hills, MI, 48307
Assisted living facilities provide a compromise between the round-the-clock care of a nursing home and the total independence of living at home. Active seniors who still get out and about might appreciate having someone to help with heavier chores such as laundry or cooking. Assisted living is typically available to seniors that need a helping hand but don’t need daily medical oversight. Seniors in Shelby Township can expect to pay around $3,500 per month, about 17% less than the state average.
This guide takes a look at the benefits, costs and regulations surrounding assisted living in Shelby Township. It also covers the benefits and possible drawbacks of retiring here and some free resources offered to local seniors.
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2609 Stonebury Drive, Rochester Hills, MI, 48307
All assisted living communities in Michigan are regulated through the Department of Human Services, specifically the Licensing and Regulatory Affairs department. It handles all facility license requests and renewals and scheduled and surprise inspections to ensure all facilities comply with state licensing rules for homes of the aged.
Assisted living care in Shelby Township averages $3,500 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. Seniors across Michigan pay an average of $4,200 per month for assisted living, while the national monthly median is $4,300.
Shelby Township assisted living is very affordable at $3,500. Anne Arbor, a city to the south of Shelby Township, is one of the most expensive areas in the state at $5,590 per month, while Flint, a neighbor to the west, is among the most affordable areas and comparable to Shelby Township at $3,669 per month. To the north, Saginaw costs an average of $4,000 per month.
Shelby Township
$3,500
Michigan
$4,200
The United States
$4,300
Flint
$3,669
Anne Arbor
$5,590
Saginaw
$4,000
Assisted living is only one of the long-term care options available to seniors. Nursing home care is the highest level of senior care, and the price reflects that, with semiprivate rooms averaging $8,821 per month and private rooms $10,646. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $1,733 per month for seniors who only need assistance during the workweek. For seniors who prefer to age at home, homemaker services cost $4,767, and home health aides average at $4,957.
Homemaker Services
$4,767
Home Health Aide
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$3,500
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,821
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,646
Several state and federal programs are available to help eligible Shelby Township seniors with the cost of an assisted living facility. These include the Medicaid State Plan, MI Choice and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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.
Shelby Township operates various services designed to engage and support seniors living in the community. Government agencies and local nonprofits work together to create a support network that provides seniors with entertainment options, social opportunities, wellness programs, and counseling services.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Area Agency on Aging 1-B | (800) 852-7795 | Area Agency on Aging 1-B serves multiple counties in southeast Michigan, including Macomb County, where Shelby Township is. Seniors who need help should make this the first point of contact. AAA locations assist with benefits, help to locate local service providers for senior supports, and help schedule programs such as Meals on Wheels or transportation services. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (866) 485-9393 | Keeping the number for the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program handy is a good idea for seniors moving into an assisted living community. This program provides advocacy for seniors with complaints about care levels in a long-term residential facility. While not all assisted living communities are licensed in Michigan, Homes for the Aged fall under the licensed category and higher levels of care such as nursing homes. |
Shelby Township Senior Center | (586) 739-7540 | The Shelby Township Senior Center is home to a wide variety of programs designed to assist retirees. Fitness and wellness programs are tailored to the elderly and may include modified exercises for added safety. It has a durable medical equipment loan program for seniors who need specific mobility aids or monitoring devices. The computer lab is open for seniors on most weekdays, along with an array of scheduled gaming and social activities. |
Shelby Township-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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karendon
5
Review of Sunrise of Shelby Township
This is the real deal!!! We currently have our friend, Rosemarie, in Sunrise of Shelby. I was careful in choosing just the right assisted living facility for her as I'd had a few very bad...
Provider response
Hi Karen, thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Sunrise of Shelby Township! We're thrilled to hear that your friend is enjoying her time with us and that our team members have...
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Tony
3
Review of Sunrise of Shelby Township
We toured Sunrise of Shelby Township and we liked it because it was small. They had a limited number of beds, and that's probably the biggest thing we liked about it. The apartments seemed OK and...
Provider response
Hi Tony, We are sorry that you are disappointed but appreciate your feedback. We are committed to providing you with a great experience and encourage you to contact us so that we can learn more....
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Theresa
4
Review of Sunrise of Shelby Township
I toured Sunrise of Shelby Township. There was a lot of activity; there was a lot of life. The staff were engaging and friendly. They had a salon. The room sizes were okay; I don't remember...
Provider response
Hi Theresa, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Shelby Township. We would...