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Memory care in Deford 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 Deford is about $4,263 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 130 communities, read 1310 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I am very happy with the care for my mom in this nice community. We are happy to see that she likes the staff who are always helpful and kind. The community is clean and maintained at all times. The menu is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Country Square
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Photo of Auburn Heights Assisted Living
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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.
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Great staff, beautiful facility!!
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Photo of Barton Woods Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Photo of Auburn Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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It was very small and it was a group home, but if you had someone you just needed supervision it was good. They could have up to 20 people and they were taking care of some people who needed medical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our primary focus is to care for disabled, aged seniors who can no longer care for themselves, but do not necessarily need to be in a nursing home environment. Our residents are ambulatory, but may require the use of a cane, walker or the assistance of our staff members. We specialize with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Tranquility Estates has been an amazing experience for my 93 year old mother. She has been here for 4 years and couldn't be happier, which makes her family feel confident that we made the right choice. The...
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Our loved was much happier when they were here. The community is brand new and it really is a great community. There is a lot of walking to do because it is such a big community. They are on the more...
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Deford, MI

The average cost of senior living in Deford is $4,263 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Deckerville, MI with an average of $4,089 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Deford, MI vs. nearby cities

Deford, MI
$4,263/mo
$4,340/mo
$4,351/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Deford, MI vs. the state and national average

Deford, MI
$4,263/mo
U.S. national average
$4,893/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Deford vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,263/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Deford, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,186/mo
Studio
$4,899/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,009/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,677/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,500/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Deford over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Deford

Recent reviews for memory care in Deford

Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth

5.0
I have just placed my Wife into Covenant Glen in Frankenmuth. The process was quite smooth, but also I needed to be patient, a hard thing for me to do..But the administration & staff at this place is top notch. The Exec. Director & I had spoke on the phone several times, and I also worked with ...
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Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

The Oaks at Woodfield in Grand Blanc, MI

5.0
I have had a wonderful experience while having my father at The Oaks. I am at the facility daily, and the staff have all been AMAZING! The nurses and aides are compassionate toward my father and the family, acitivites are offered throughout the entire day, food is great. The residents all seem ...
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Deford review score based on 284 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 284 reviews of 113 Deford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Deford 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

Deford review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Deford, MI113 facilities
9.0
Cass City, MI12 facilities
8.5
Kingston, MI8 facilities

Review subcategories for Deford 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 284 reviews of 113 Deford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Deford 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.
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Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Deford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deford, 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 Deford 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 Deford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Deford, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.2%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.1%
48.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.9%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.8%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.4%
72%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Deford 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 Deford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Deford, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.4%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.4%
46.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.9%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deford 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 Deford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deford, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
39.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.2%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.9%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Deford 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 Deford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Deford, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.7%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
33.6%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deford 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 Deford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Deford, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
39.8%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
41.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.6%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 130 memory care facilities near Deford, Michigan. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Deford, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 130 memory care facilities near you in Deford, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Deford, 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 Deford, 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 Deford, Michigan ranges from $892 to $8541. The average Memory Care cost in Deford, Michigan is $4,263. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Deford, Michigan typically starts at $892. 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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