StoryPoint Clinton Township
16230 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48083
" Welcome to StoryPoint Township! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad ..."
READ MOREOne of Detroit’s core suburbs, Sterling Heights is a community home to more than 133,000 residents. This includes a senior population of 17.3% — a demographic at a higher risk for developing conditions such as Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Growing numbers of seniors in Sterling Heights are impacted by Alzheimer’s each year. According to the CDC, annual deaths related to the disease have risen from 336 to 396 between 2014 and 2018, which is an increase of nearly 18%.
Sterling Heights seniors living with dementia can access support from a number of local and regional organizations, though they may be best served by the care offered at a memory care community. These facilities offer specialized programming and personal care services in a secured environment. This guide offers a look at memory care as a long-term care option in Sterling Heights, including the benefits and drawbacks to living in the city, the typical cost of this type of care compared to other options and a list of local resources that can support seniors as they age.
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16230 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48083
" Welcome to StoryPoint Township! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad ..."
READ MORE45969 North Pointe Boulevard, Utica, MI, 48315
4.3
(28 reviews)
"We chose Brookdale Utica for my dad mainly because it was a gut feeling of the people, and it's not too large nor too small. The facility is caring. They have very nice rooms, they have a choice between a studio and a nice apartment. They provide hos..."
READ MORE1924 Westwood Drive, Troy, MI, 48083
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I cannot say enough positive things about Eden House and the care my mother received there. My mom lived at Eden House for 5½ years. She had dementia and had previously resided at a higher-end memory care residence, a place that had a fancy physica..."
READ MORE40500 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI, 48038
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I was very impressed with Clinton Creek. The staff members were very friendly. They had a lot of interaction with the residents. Everybody was happy, and that's what I liked about it. They have an activities room and a lot of games. The staff showed ..."
READ MORE13794 21 Mile Rd, Shelby Township, MI, 48315
3.7
(17 reviews)
"Known for its world-class golf courses and acres of lush parkland, Shelby Township is the perfect location for Shelby Crossing Health Campus..."
READ MORE12412 Prelude Circle, Utica, MI, 48315
5.0
(1 reviews)
"House of Grace was brand new and very beautiful. They've got very courteous staff. My only concern was the price. The staff was knowledgeable and very accommodating. It's a townhouse, so they don't have a game room other than the living room. They ha..."
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1900 N. Washington Ave., Royal Oak, MI, 48073
3.8
(13 reviews)
"This facility now has a Memory Care unit that my husband has been in for over 7 months. Its his 3rd facility in 36 months and surpasses anything else he or we (his family) have encountered. After 2 facilities could not care for him and many others re..."
READ MORE46175 Sterritt Street, Utica, MI, 48317
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Alaya Care LLC was very nice. It looked a little bit used, but it was still very nice, and I liked the woman in charge very much, Reinka. She was wonderful. The memory care unit was good. It seemed rather large and had room for two people in it. They..."
READ MORE2316 John R Rd, Troy, MI, 48083
4.3
(6 reviews)
"It isn't the nicest-looking place in the world, but the small number of residents and the amount of staff more than make up for this. The staff were truly caring and sensitive. The smaller nature of the facility makes the place easy to navigate (whic..."
READ MORE16106 W 12 Mile Rd., Roseville, MI, 48076
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I visited St. Anne's Mead, it's a close second on my list but it was a long way to drive to visit. They have a very good reputation, they have very caring people, the manager there was extremely helpful and nice. They seem to take good care of their ..."
READ MORE2430 E 13 Mile Rd, Warren, MI, 48092
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Genesis Senior Living-Warren was OK. All the residents shared the same bathroom. It wasn't a good fit for my mother. To me, it's like a group home. It was like a refurbished house. The person that gave me the tour was OK. He was nice. The room was OK..."
READ MORE20695 Gaberty Dr, Clinton Township, MI, 48038
"Welcome to the House of Caring where our number one priority is caring for our residents well. We renovated our home in order to provide a c..."
READ MOREIn Sterling Heights, adult foster care homes, homes for the aged and care facilities offering specialized programs are licensed and regulated by the Michigan Department of Human Services, Adult Foster Care and Homes for the Aged Licensing Division. Annual inspections are conducted to ensure that facilities are compliant with state laws and regulations.Â
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.
Seniors in Sterling Heights typically pay an average of $5,269 per month for memory care.Â
Sterling Heights is less expensive than both the statewide and national averages. It’s also the most affordable option in southeast Michigan. Memory care in Lansing is closest to the statewide average at a cost of $5,391 per month, and Flint is slightly higher at $5,469. Other nearby cities are much more expensive, including Monroe at $6,313 per month and Ann Arbor at $7,616.
Sterling Heights
$5,269
Michigan
$5,313
The United States
$5,625
Ann Arbor
$7,616
Flint
$5,469
Monroe
$6,313
Lansing
$5,391
Seniors have several care options depending on their needs, budget and living preferences. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $1,430 per month, followed by assisted living at $4,215. In-home care and home health care services are a bit more expensive than memory care but allow seniors to remain at home. Both cost $5,720 per month. Nursing homes are the most expensive option, with rates starting at $8,882 for a semiprivate room.
Memory Care
$5,269
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,430
Assisted Living Facility
$4,215
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,882
Note: Data for Sterling Heights was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Detroit, was used instead.
In Sterling Heights, 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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.
To serve the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s in Sterling Heights, a number of resources are available locally, regionally and federally. Provided by government-sponsored agencies and nonprofit organizations, these resources offer services and programs such as case management, benefits counseling, financial guidance and caregiver support.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area Agency on Aging 1-B | (800) 852-7795 | The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is a nonprofit that helps connect seniors living in southeast Michigan with services and programs to support their needs. Seniors can call the Information and Assistance telephone line to speak with trained experts who can answer questions and direct them to local programs such as transportation, care options, benefits counseling and wellness programming. The organization also operates a long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for the needs of those living in long-term care facilities. |
Alzheimer's Association Greater Michigan Chapter | (248) 351-0280 or (800) 272-3900 | The Greater Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association offers information and support for seniors and families impacted by dementia. Its broad range of free programs and services includes educational programs, support groups and social engagement initiatives. The organization also operates a 24/7 helpline that individuals can call for confidential support, information and referrals. |
Sterling Heights Senior Center | (586) 446-2750 | Seniors aged 50 and older can visit the Sterling Heights Senior Center to socialize with fellow community members and participate in a variety of events and activities. Most programs and services offered at the center are free. Seniors also have access to the Senior Active Life Center, which features a cardio room, walking track and gymnasium and hosts exercise classes. |
Macomb Community Action | (586) 469-6999 | Macomb Community Action's Senior Services Division offers a range of programs and services to support the needs of the local senior community. These include a congregate dining program, medical equipment loan closet, friendly caller service and Medicare counseling. Its Resource Advocacy Department provides consultations and assistance with locating resources and applying for benefits. |
Macomb County Veterans Services | (586) 469-5315 | Macomb County Veterans Services works with veterans and their families to help streamline the process of accessing, applying for and receiving the benefits they're entitled to. These may include health care benefits as well as dependency, pension and burial allowances. The agency can also connect vets to support groups, counseling services and other VA services. |
Sterling Heights 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.
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5
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5
Review of Sterling Elder Care
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