20 Memory Care Facilities near Clinton Township, MI

Clinton Township is a sprawling community with more than 100,000 residents, 18 percent of which are 65 years and older. It is located in the southeastern region of the state of Michigan, where the Alzheimer's Association estimates that roughly 180,000 residents have Alzheimer's disease.

Local families who are seeking memory care for their loved one with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia will find numerous options in the Clinton Township area. The township itself is home to two such facilities, and there are an additional 33 nearby for families who want more choices. While some of these facilities are freestanding and exclusively provide memory care services, others are situated within assisted living facilities, which may also be referred to as "homes for the aged." Both types of facilities are licensed by the Department of Human Services. 

• The American Lung Association gave Macomb County, which is the county that Clinton Township is situated in, an F for ozone pollution and a B for 24-hour particle pollution. Since poor air quality can exacerbate the symptoms of respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses, families who are considering placing their loved one in memory care in this area should speak with their medical provider to discuss any concerns.  
• The cost of living in this community is a little higher than both state and national averages. However, healthcare expenses are slightly lower here than in the rest of the state and about 17 percent below the national average, which may help seniors on a budget handle the financial burden of managing a chronic condition like Alzheimer's disease. 
• Clinton Township seniors do not pay income tax on their Social Security benefits. Although other types of retirement income are subject to taxation, the state provides a sizable deduction to lessen the expense.
• The Clinton Township area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Clinton Township

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Michigan page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.

Clinton Township and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Clinton Township, please visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.

Clinton Township-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Michigan page for more information about these laws.