Memory Care Communities in Grand Rapids, MI

Q: What are the visiting policies in memory care facilities in Grand Rapids?

Memory care facilities in Grand Rapids promote a peaceful environment that respects residents’ privacy by enforcing visiting policies. While each community establishes its own rules, many have policies that require visitors to check in at a front desk and undergo a basic health screening. Additionally, many facilities limit how many visitors a resident can have at one time, and they may limit visiting hours to a specific duration. Visitor accommodations also vary, with our proprietary Caring.com database showing that over a dozen local facilities feature <a href="https://www.caring.com/senior-living/memory-care-facilities/michigan/grand-rapids?dining=guest-meals&other-amenities=parking">amenities such as guest meals and parking</a>.

Q: How are most memory care facilities usually paid for?

In most cases, seniors pay for memory care with their income and assets. Depending on their financial situation, this may include Social Security disability, survivor benefits or money from retirement savings, annuities, proceeds from home sales and long-term care insurance. Additionally, some memory care communities accept payments from the statewide Medicaid program. This program funds the MI Choice Waiver Program, which helps pay for certain custodial services, and the Community Transition Services program, which helps seniors transition out of nursing home care to a memory care community.

Q: Does Grand Rapids have fun activities for retirees?

Grand Rapids offers an engaging environment for retirees and has several recreational opportunities for those living with dementia. The <a href="https://seniorneighbors.org/centers/grand-rapids/" target="blank">Senior Neighbors – Grand Rapids Center</a> helps prevent social isolation by hosting a variety of age-friendly activities such as table games, Wii bowling and presentations, while the <a href="https://www.grpm.org/" target="blank">Grand Rapids Public Museum</a> has several accommodations for senior visitors.

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Grand Rapids, MI below include 14 memory care communities with 451 reviews. On average in Grand Rapids, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Mary13

5.0

June 23, 2024

I visited this facility

Review of Provision Living at Forest Hills

Provision Living at Forest Hills was affordable. The facility was clean. The patient-to-staff ratio was good. The staff was very knowledgeable, pleasant, and honest. He was exceptional at answering...

Provider response

Hi Mary, Thank you for your feedback about your experience at Provision Living. Ryan is a valued team member, and we're pleased he was able to answer your questions and provide insight into what...

Memory Care

Natashia

4.0

June 29, 2023

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris

Mom is at Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris. She is in the memory care and our experience has been pretty good so far. She's new there so we're still kind of trying to see how things go, but...

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Tracey

4.0

December 5, 2022

I visited this facility

Review of Clark Retirement at Franklin

We looked at Clark Retirement at Franklin. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. We didn't really have a ton of time, so we didn't give it as much time as we did the other. There was nothing...

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Grand Rapids is one of Michigan’s most expensive cities for memory care. The nearby city of Ann Arbor is the most costly overall at $7,616 per month. The state capital, Lansing, costs $5,391 per month, and Detroit costs $5,269 per month. At the end of the list, Battle Creek ranks as the cheapest city for memory care, with average costs of $4,250 per month.

Grand Rapids

$6,035

MIchigan

$5,313

The United States

$5,625

Ann Arbor

$7,616

Detroit

$5,269

Lansing

$5,391

Battle Creek

$4,250

Paying for Memory Care in Grand Rapids

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care in Grand Rapids costs an average of $6,035 per month. This is higher than Michigan’s average of $5,313 and the national average of $5,625.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Grand Rapids

In Grand Rapids, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Michigan page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

Seniors have several options for covering memory care expenses in Grand Rapids, including public and private payment solutions.

Medicaid: Michigan Medicaid houses the MI Choice Waiver Program, which pays for services such as meals, personal emergency response systems and personal care. It also offers the Community Transition Services program for seniors transitioning to memory care from a nursing home.
Medicare: While the federal health insurance program for seniors doesn’t cover nonmedical long-term care, meaning it doesn’t apply to memory care, seniors can use this insurance to pay for skilled nursing services or durable medical equipment.
VA Benefits: Qualified veterans may pay for memory care services through two VA programs, helping them cover the cost of housing, personal care and transportation. These programs include Aid and Attendance, which increases their monthly pension, and the Geriatrics and Extended Care program, which is part of the VA Health Care for Elderly Veterans program.
Private Payments: Memory care facilities accept cash payments for all services and fees, including room and board, custodial care, housekeeping and meals. Depending on an individual’s resources, these payments may come from monthly income, retirement savings, pensions or money from renting out or selling their home.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Several types of senior care in the Grand Rapids area are less expensive than memory care. Adult day care services cost an average of $2,221 per month, while an assisted living facility costs $4,828. Home care and home health care average $5,529 per month, and a semiprivate room in a nursing home is the most expensive option at $9,405.

Home Care

$5,529

Home Health Care

$5,529

Adult Day Health Care

$2,221

Assisted Living Facility

$4,828

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,405

Free Memory Care Resources in Grand Rapids

Navigating memory care can be confusing and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. The city of Grand Rapids, the state of Michigan and other non-profit or government entities provide several free services for people with Alzheimer’s and their families. Michigan residents can take advantage of these services to assist with legal matters, long-term care planning, health care and more.

Resource	Contact	Service
Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center	734-936-8803	The Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center is a multidisciplinary program that brings together researchers, doctors and advocates to support wellness initiatives and fund new research for Alzheimer’s patients. The center runs the Mitten Minds support group and educational series for seniors in the early stages of dementia and other cognitive impairments and support programs for families and caregivers. People with cognitive impairments can also participate in many research studies offered by the center.
Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program	616-245-9451	The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for the health, safety and wellbeing of individuals living in long-term care facilities such as nursing homes or memory care communities. Family members can contact the ombudsman if they believe their loved one is mistreated in a memory care community or report any other concerns. All ombudsman services are strictly confidential and provided free of charge.
Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter	National 24-hour helpline: 800-272-3900 Grand Rapids office contact: 616-459-4558	The Michigan chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides community, support, advocacy and resources for people with Alzheimer’s and their families. The Alzheimer's Association also runs a national 24/7 hotline for caregivers and family members to talk with trained professionals about the care of their loved ones.
Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan	616-456-5664	The Western Michigan Area Agency on Aging provides resources and community information for seniors throughout the Grand Rapids area, including those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The agency can connect seniors and their families with the information they need to make informed care decisions and navigate dementia care.
Legal Aid of Western Michigan	616.774.0672	Legal Aid of Western Michigan provides free legal services and help for low-income residents and seniors. In addition, the program can help assist with civil matters like living wills, powers of attorney, guardianship and other issues that families may have to navigate when their loved one is diagnosed with dementia.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Grand Rapids

The Michigan Department of Human Services Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing licenses memory care facilities as either Homes for the Aged (HFA) or Adult Foster Care Homes (AFC). Both must adhere to services and accommodations to maintain their licenses.

In Michigan, the difference between Adult Foster Care Homes and Homes for the Aged comes down to the number of residents in the facility. Adult Foster Care Homes usually have 20 or fewer residents, while Homes for the Aged have 21 or more.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Grand Rapids

Benefits

Grand Rapids has a large health network, providing access to cutting-edge care for seniors with dementia.
Older adults with memory loss find tailored support in this city at hospitals such as Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital, Butterworth Hospital and Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital.
Grand Rapids joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network in 2018 and has several initiatives to create a welcoming environment for seniors, including housing stability programs and easy-to-use public transportation.
Seniors in Grand Rapids don’t pay state income taxes on Social Security income, and the state provides deductions to reduce the tax burden on other retirement income. This helps many seniors afford memory care costs.

Drawbacks

The overall cost of living in Grand Rapids runs slightly higher than the national norm. However, health care costs run about 24% below the national average, and housing expenses come in roughly 5% below the national norm, making the city financially feasible for those seeking memory care.
Crime occurs at a higher rate in Grand Rapids than in a typical U.S. city. Annually, the city reports around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents, including 10 violent offenses and 30 property-related infractions. Fortunately, memory care facilities offer safe environments with features such as alarm systems and locked exterior doors.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Michigan page for more information about these laws.

Grand Rapids Memory Care Services and Amenities

Memory care facilities offer a variety of services and amenities to support residents’ comfort and well-being. By concentrating their search on facilities with features such as enhanced security, evidence-based programming and comprehensive care services, families can find the right option for their loved ones’ needs.

Transportation Services: Escorted transportation services help residents attend regular medical appointments and errands so families can focus on quality time with their loved ones.
Single-Story Living: Zero-step entrances and single-story layouts reduce confusion and promote self-direction for older adults with memory loss.
Flexible Dining Services: All-day dining accommodates a variety of food preferences, and many communities have food and beverage stations available throughout the day to promote nutrition and hydration.
Enhanced Safety Features: Automatically locking doors, alarm systems and motion sensors promote security and reduce the risk of unsafe wandering.
24-Hour Staffing: Specially trained caregivers provide around-the-clock care, monitoring and emotional support.
Recreational Activities: Dementia-friendly table games, brain exercises and arts and crafts encourage cognitive engagement.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Grand Rapids

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How are most memory care facilities usually paid for?

Does Grand Rapids have fun activities for retirees?

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Free Memory Care Resources in Grand Rapids

What to Consider About Memory Care in Grand Rapids

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Grand Rapids

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Grand Rapids

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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Grand Rapids

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