The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fenton, MI for 2023

Fenton is located in Oakland County, just outside of Flint, Michigan, and the area is home to a considerable senior population. Throughout the state, an estimated 240,000 seniors have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia. In Fenton, where nearly 20 percent of the population is 65 or older, there's a substantial need for services that cater to those with dementia.

There are three memory care facilities located in Fenton and an additional eight in nearby cities such as Flint, Holly and Clarkston. These facilities are regulated by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

• The air quality in Fenton and throughout Oakland County has a passing grade from the American Lung Association. That means that seniors and those with respiratory illnesses or cardiovascular disease can live in the area with little worry for how the air they breathe may affect their health.
  
• The cost of living in Fenton is reasonable. The overall cost of living is on par with the U.S. average, and the cost of health care is 17 percent below average. Families of seniors who require frequent medical attention might find that Fenton is an ideal location when it comes to budgeting for care.
  
• Violent crime rates in Fenton are less than one-third of the state average and nearly one-third of the national average. Seniors and their loved ones can feel secure knowing that the area is relatively safe. However, it's always a good idea to discuss security with memory care facilities to ensure that measures are in place to protect residents from crime.
  
• The Fenton area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as McLaren Flint-Fenton Community Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Fenton

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.

Fenton 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 Fenton, please visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.

Directory of Winners in the Fenton Area

Fenton-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.