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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bar Lake, MI

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Memory care in Bar Lake offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bar Lake is about $3,741 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 148 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are a state licensed, large group, Adult Foster Care home. Licensed for 15 residents. We have 24 hr staff. We have a computer system which is directly linked to our pharmacy, to assist with passing medications. We cook and serve 3 meals and a bedtime snack every day. We can assist with...
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Cost of memory care in Bar Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bar Lake is $3,741 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mesick, MI with an average of $3,378 per month.

Memory care costs in Bar Lake, MI, vs. nearby cities

Bar Lake, MI
$3,741/mo
$3,741/mo
$3,741/mo

Memory care costs in Bar Lake, MI, vs. state and national averages

Bar Lake, MI
$3,741/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Memory care costs in Bar Lake, MI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,741/mo

Memory care costs in Bar Lake, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,533/mo
Studio
$5,246/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,625/mo

Senior living costs in Bar Lake vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bar Lake, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBar Lake, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$3,741/mo$4,618/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,053/mo$4,247/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,441/mo$3,745/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Bar Lake, MI:$3,741/mo
Michigan:$4,618/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Bar Lake, MI:$4,053/mo
Michigan:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Bar Lake, MI:$3,441/mo
Michigan:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Bar Lake, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Bar Lake and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Bar Lake, MI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Bar Lake have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bar Lake, MI$5,628/mo$5,318/mo+5.8%
Michigan$5,085/mo$5,303/mo-4.1%
National$5,504/mo$5,509/mo-0.1%
Bar Lake, MI
2024 average cost:$5,628/mo
2023 average cost:$5,318/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,085/mo
2023 average cost:$5,303/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,504/mo
2023 average cost:$5,509/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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What families are saying about memory care in Bar Lake

Recent reviews for memory care in Bar Lake

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0
Upon touring the facility i was visiting a family member that was end of life. The staff was wonderful and offered me a courtesy cart on her room so I wouldn’t have to leave my mothers side. That meant a lot to me as her time was very short. After the passing the care staff was very comforting ...
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Bar Lake review score based on 57 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 26 Bar Lake memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bar Lake review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bar Lake review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Bar Lake, MI26 facilities
7.2
Eastlake, MI34 facilities
7.2
Manistee, MI31 facilities

Review subcategories for Bar Lake memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 57 reviews of 26 Bar Lake memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bar Lake resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Bar Lake, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.9
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.0
3.8
Activities
4.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Bar Lake memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bar Lake memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bar Lake, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bar Lake memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bar Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bar Lake, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.8%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bar Lake memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bar Lake Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bar Lake, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bar Lake memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bar Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bar Lake, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
20.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Bar Lake memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bar Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bar Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Bar Lake memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bar Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bar Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
19.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
31.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Bar Lake

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Michigan memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Bar Lake protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care, Reed City Fields and Curry House are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bar Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 34 memory care facilities near Bar Lake, Michigan. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Bar Lake, Michigan is Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 34 memory care facilities near you in Bar Lake, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bar Lake, Michigan, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bar Lake, Michigan, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Bar Lake, Michigan ranges from $1175 to $6300. The average Memory Care cost in Bar Lake, Michigan is $3,741. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bar Lake, Michigan typically starts at $1175. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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