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Memory care in Ishaward 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 Ishaward is about $3,928 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 11 communities, read 26 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Ishaward Memory Care Facilities | 26 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/24/24
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Photo of August Haus
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We are grateful to the many aids, nurses, cooks, residents who are making our mother's stay pleasant and well cared. They take time to joke with her and have a conversation about her interests. High...
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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I would recommend to others. However, staffing is an issue but this seems to be true with this type of facility. Staff are friendly and caring. When we visited Mom felt comfortable. Liked that they had one...
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.
There are some families who might be interested in reading about Aspen Ridge, which is a friendly retirement community located in Bend. Many people throughout Oregon may be wondering where their parents should go during their golden years. The staff at Aspen Ridge will be ready to help take on...
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It is a very good place to put your parents. The staff are excellent to work with. My loved one is enjoying the food. It would be nice to have a program to have some sort of fee assistance for the month
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Brook Retirement of Gaylord is an independent living community located in Gaylord in Otsego County, MI. Here we offer all the comforts of home in an environment especially designed to accommodate senior residents. The Brook Retirement of Gaylord lies in close proximity to some of the finest...
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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.
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I was very impressed with The Brook of Grayling. They are very nice people to work with and it is a very nice facility. Our experience was very limited as my mother ended up passing away shortly after...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Brook of Grayling is a great assisted living facility located in Grayling, Michigan. Our facility is located in a residential neighborhood, and within close proximity to Mercy hospital. Our facility is located near the beautiful AuSable river, which allows for residents to enjoy short walks...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of memory care in Ishaward, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ishaward is $3,928 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,310 per month.

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

Ishaward, MI
$3,928/mo
$3,928/mo

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

Ishaward, MI
$3,928/mo
U.S. national average
$4,862/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,928/mo

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

Studio
$5,428/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,773/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Ishaward over time

Ishaward, MIMI stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Ishaward

Recent reviews for memory care in Ishaward

The Brook Retirement of Gaylord

5.0
My mother-in-law is doing so well here and the changes we are seeing in her are wonderful. She is so much more social and active. There are a lot of amenities for the residents to take part in and she likes her apt which has a nice patio attached to it plus she enjoys going to the dining room, ...
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August Haus in Gaylord, MI

5.0
From the first phone call, to the move-in, through the past three months of my sister living at August Haus, the entire staff has been extremely helpful and supportive and thorough and inclusive. Could not have picked a better place for my sister! Thank you so much to everyone involved in the ...
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Aspen Ridge Retirement Village in Gaylord, MI

4.5
I was a POA for a friend of mine, a lady in her mid to late '80s. She suffered from severe dementia and arthritis. The folks at Aspen Ridge were just great! Two years after she was placed there I had to go to Florida, Part-time and back to Gaylord in the summer to care for my own mother. I ...
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Ishaward memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ishaward memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ishaward, 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 Ishaward 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 Ishaward that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ishaward, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ishaward 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 Ishaward Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ishaward, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ishaward 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 Ishaward partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ishaward, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ishaward 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 Ishaward communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ishaward, MINational
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ishaward 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 Ishaward offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ishaward, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
11.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

August Haus, Aspen Ridge Retirement Village and The Brook Retirement of Gaylord are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ishaward, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 11 memory care facilities near Ishaward, Michigan. See the full list.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Ishaward, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ishaward, 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 Ishaward, 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 Ishaward, Michigan ranges from $1175 to $7600. The average Memory Care cost in Ishaward, Michigan is $3,928. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ishaward, 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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