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38196 E. Horseshoe Drive, Clinton Township, MI, 48038
Services at assisted living facilities are available to those who cannot continue staying in their own homes due to safety concerns, but who don’t require the advanced level of care that hospitals and nursing homes provide. Staff members at assisted living communities usually help seniors with meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping and other daily tasks. Assisted living costs average $4,750 per month in Sterling Heights, which is around 10% higher than the median rate of $4,300 across the United States.
Seniors and their families can keep reading to learn more about the services offered by assisted living facilities in Sterling Heights, including a comparison of local care costs with the averages in nearby areas. This guide also provides information about the city’s advantages and drawbacks, as well as some supportive resources available to its older residents.
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READ MOREAlthough assisted living facilities are usually not licensed in the state, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services still monitors the quality of care and living conditions of residents. Additionally, communities that provide certain services may be overseen by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Monthly fees at assisted living facilities average $4,750 in Sterling Heights, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey. By comparison, the rates across Michigan and the United States are $550 and $450 lower, respectively.
Sterling Heights is considerably more affordable for assisted living than other major cities in the state. The average is higher in Grand Rapids, Michigan’s second largest metropolitan area, at $5,000. Seniors in Lansing, the state’s capital, must budget an average of $5,225 per month. Further south, Ann Arbor is one of the most expensive cities for this type of care, with a median rate of $5,590.
Sterling Heights
$4,750
Michigan
$4,200
The United States
$4,300
Grand Rapids
$5,000
Lansing
$5,225
Ann Arbor
$5,590
Other long-term care options that may help meet the needs of seniors include homemaker and home health aide services, with monthly fees averaging $4,767 and $4,957, respectively. Adult day care is much more affordable, at $1,733, because it’s only available at certain hours during weekdays. Nursing home care, which offers more comprehensive medical services, has a significantly higher fee of $8,821 for semiprivate rooms and $10,646 per month for private ones.
Homemaker Services
$4,767
Home Health Aide
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,821
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,646
Note: Care cost data for Sterling Heights was not available, so data for the closest city, Detroit, was used instead.
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.
Sterling Heights residents in assisted living facilities have access to multiple low-cost and free services that can help connect them with socialization opportunities, protect their rights and plan for long-term care.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area Agency on Aging 1-B | (800) 852-7795 | The Area Agency on Aging 1-B helps improve the quality of life in seniors in Macomb County, where Sterling Heights is located. A resource center provides information about local services, including legal counseling and care coordination. Residents can participate in free educational programs on fall prevention, chronic disease management and other aging-related topics. Other services may include affordable transportation to medical centers and assistance to apply for health insurance coverage. |
Sterling Heights Senior Center | (586) 446-2750 | The local Senior Center has recreational programs available to Sterling Heights residents aged 50 and over. Activities include board games, group trips and social events that encourage community engagement. Retirees have access to indoor walking tracks, a gym, cardio room and fitness classes adapted to the physical condition of older adults. Some seniors may qualify for the Minibus Service, which provides transportation to the Center and other nearby destinations. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program hires public officials and trained volunteers to help resolve problems affecting seniors in local assisted living facilities. Residents and family members can report any concerns that may threaten their well-being, such as low quality of services and cases of elder abuse. Staff members also educate retirees on the long-term care options available to them, which may include placement in a residential setting and programs to help pay for this level of care. All services provided by the ombudsman are confidential and free of charge. |
Macomb County Veterans’ Services | (586) 469-5315 | This office connects former members of the U.S. Armed Forces with public entitlements they qualify for. Available medical services include counseling, screening tests and emergency care at certain VA centers. Volunteers may help seniors claim financial benefits, such as Aid and Attendance pensions, which can partially pay for the costs at assisted living facilities. The relatives of veterans can also apply on their behalf. |
Sterling Heights-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.
Assisted Living
Sharon
5
Review of American House Sterling Heights
We toured American House. It was wonderful. The staff was very nice, very knowledgeable, very professional, and friendly. We saw some of the residents. They all seemed very happy. We talked to a...
Assisted Living
ReviewerFC031724A
4
Review of American House Sterling Heights
We visited American House Sterling Heights. I like the staff engagement the best. I really can't think of any negatives. The staff was very professional and very friendly. They're very good. The...
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely and detailed review of our community. We take pride in creating a clean, warm, and comfortable environment. We would love to have your family...
Assisted Living
Stephanie
3
Review of American House Sterling Woods
My aunt was at American House Sterling Woods for two years. It was for assisted living, but a medical team was also added there. They did med administration and that sort of thing. Their food was...
Provider response
Stephanie, thanks so much for your feedback! We appreciate you being open and honest with us.