The Best Memory Care Communities in Macomb County, MI

Macomb County has a population of about 870,000 and more than 15 percent of its residents are seniors aged 65 or older. The area has a considerable need for memory care facilities that provide care to seniors with dementia disorders such as Huntington's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease, the latter of which is estimated to affect 180,000 residents across Michigan.

The Macomb County area is home to 17 memory care facilities that provide residential care to seniors with dementia. These facilities, along with assisted living facilities, are officially referred to as Homes for the Aged and are regulated by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. 

• According to the American Lung Association, the air quality in Macomb County is moderate. Although the county has been assigned a passing grade for it's particle pollution levels, ozone pollution levels are high. Breathing poor-quality air can lead to adverse health effects, particularly for seniors with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions.
• The Macomb County area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Michigan is a tax-friendly state when it comes to retirement income. Social security checks aren't taxed at all and all other forms of retirement income, including pension and savings, are eligible for considerable tax deductions. Families that are relying on senior income to pay for memory care can use these savings towards the cost of care.
• Crime rates in the Macomb County area are quite low, particularly violent crime rates. The average Macomb resident has only a one in 1,286 chance of becoming the victim of a violent crime while residents of the average Michigan city have a one in 222 chance. Even so, it's always a good idea to make sure that memory care facilities have security systems in place to keep residents safe.

Memory Care costs in Macomb County start around $4,847 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Macomb County 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.

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

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.

Macomb County-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.