13 Memory Care Facilities near Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Also serving communities of Saint Clair Shores, Roseville.
There are 13 Memory Care Facilities in the Grosse Pointe Woods area, with 2 in Grosse Pointe Woods and 11 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Grosse Pointe Woods is $3,730 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,860. Cheaper nearby regions include Warren with an average starting cost of $3,450.
To help you with your search, browse the 33 reviews below for memory care facilities in Grosse Pointe Woods. On average, consumers rate memory care in Grosse Pointe Woods 4.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Royal Oak with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Grosse Pointe Woods, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
Sunrise on Vernier
Rose Senior Living – Clinton Township
Windemere Park Warren
Sierra Homes AFC, Inc.
Church of Christ Assisted Living
Meadows Assisted Living and Care Campus
American House Freedom Place Roseville
HarborChase of Sterling Heights
Lakeshore Senior Living
My Doctor's Inn
Arden Courts of Sterling Heights
Mary's Center For Seniors
What to Consider About Memory Care in Grosse Pointe Woods
Grosse Pointe Woods is a small, quiet community close to Lake St. Clair, the city of Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, on the other side of the lake. The city's senior population of 19.4 percent is considerably higher than the national average and some of these seniors live with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia.
Michigan is home to over 240,000 people with an Alzheimer's or dementia-related diagnosis. Those living in Grosse Pointe Woods have 10 memory care facilities in the area from which to choose: There are two in the city and eight more nearby.
- Crime in Grosse Pointe Woods is low, with scores about 10 points lower than the national average. This is to the community's credit as the City of Detroit, 10 miles away, scores well above average with 66.1 out of 100 on property crime and 95.5 out of 100 on violent crime.
- Grosse Pointe Woods has average amounts of snow and rain each year and temperatures which vary from a cold 19 degrees in winter to a mild 83 degrees in summer. It has only 180 sunny days per year compared to the national average of 205. Still, seniors can enjoy the outdoors during at least three-quarters of the year, staying warm inside in midwinter.
- The American Lung Association rates the air quality in Wayne County, including Grosse Pointe Woods, as an "F," so the air is frequently of poor quality, and seniors with respiratory conditions should be careful with activities and exertion. In the last 10 years, they note, there has been a significant improvement in the local air quality but changes are still needed.
- The Detroit area close to Grosse Pointe Woods is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as the Henry Ford Health System, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in Grosse Pointe Woods
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Grosse Pointe Woods start around $4,031 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,999 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Grosse Pointe Woods and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Grosse Pointe Woods
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.
Free Memory Care Resources in Grosse Pointe Woods
Grosse Pointe Woods 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 Grosse Pointe Woods, please visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Grosse Pointe Woods
Grosse Pointe Woods-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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Grosse Pointe Woods
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Review of Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
If people could afford Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods, it would be excellent. The employees and caregivers all seemed to be cohesive and working together. They were very knowledgeable, pleasant, an... Read more
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Review of Sunrise on Vernier
My mom has moved into Sunrise on Vernier. I have no problem recommending this community to anyone. It is a very good place. It's clean and safe. The staff is friendly. The work attitude is very goo... Read more
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Review of Sunrise on Vernier
Sunrise Senior Living was the one we were looking for. They were modern. There was a high level of cleanliness. They had activities. When we were there, a couple of the residents had gone on a bus ... Read more
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