4 Memory Care Facilities in Midland County, MI
The average cost of memory care in Midland County is $4,622 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,120. Cheaper nearby regions include Saginaw County with an average starting cost of $4,564.
To help you with your search, browse the 12 reviews below for memory care facilities in Midland County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Midland County 4.9 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Isabella County 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 Midland County, call (855) 863-8283.
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4 Memory Care Facilities in Midland County, MI
Independence Village of Midland
Bickford of Midland
Candlestone Assisted Living
Brookdale Midland (MI)
What to Consider About Memory Care in Midland County
Midland County, Michigan is home to a little more than 83,000 residents and more than 17 percent of its population is aged 65 or older. Across Michigan, an estimated 180,000 seniors are living with Alzheimer's Disease or another form of dementia; therefore, the need for dementia care in places like Midland County, where such a large percentage of the population are seniors, is considerable.
Seniors with dementia and their family members can choose from three memory care facilities that are located in Midland County. Both memory care and assisted living facilities fall under the same rules and regulations in Michigan and are officially known as homes for the aged. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for overseeing all homes for the aged.
- Midland County has a lower cost of living than most other counties in the area. The overall cost of living in the area is more than 10 percent below the national average, and the cost of housing is more than 30 percent lower. These low costs across the county are typically reflected in the cost of memory care.
- The Midland County area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as MidMichigan Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Midland County has cold and snowy winters. The average low temperature in January is only 15 degrees and the area has nearly double the annual snowfall of the average U.S. city. Its important to ask memory care facilities what security measures they've taken to prevent residents from wandering outside, especially during the winter.
- Crime rates in Midland County are much lower than both state and national averages. On a scale of one to 100, where one represents low crime and 100 represents high crime, Midland County's property crime rate is only 25.0 and its violent crime rate is only 27.9. By comparison, the average U.S. city has a property crime rate of 38.1 and a violent crime rate of 31.1. Even with low crime rates, it's important to make sure memory care facilities have systems in place to keep residents safe.
Paying for Memory Care in Midland County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Midland County start around $4,110 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,053 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Midland 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.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Midland County
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 Midland County
Midland County 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 Midland County, please visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.
Directory of Winners in the Midland County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Midland County
Midland 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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Midland County
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Review of Independence Village of Midland
My mother has been a resident of independence Village and then of the memory care unit for over 6 years and what they do for the people there is absolutely exceptional! The social Activities coord... Read more
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Review of Bickford of Midland
What I like about Bickford of Midland is that it's a very happy active place. The residents there were very engaged, active, and social. It was a really good atmosphere. The staff members were very... Read more
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Review of Bickford of Midland
Bickford of Midland is five all the way around. It was more expensive than the other place I visited, but it's a really, really nice facility. I saw both assisted living and memory care. They had a... Read more
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