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Memory care in Merrill 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 Merrill is about $4,502 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 11 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Since my mom has moved in to Arbor Grove I have seen a 100 percent turn around in her health and happiness. The staff seem friendly and helpful. Arbor Grove seems to be a safe and positive environment for my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to Arbor Grove! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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The staff is great the facility is really well kept, the grounds are beautiful. They do a ton of good activities. The on care nursing can be spotty.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Midland! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Welcome to Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we...
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My wife is in the memory care unit at Shields Comfort Care and I am beyond appreciative of the care she receives there. I never have to worry if she is ok. She loves the food and especially loves the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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My husband mother after her fall a year ago was doing well until she fell again and was very confused. Found out she has progressive Dementia and was going to need more help than my husband & I could do. My...
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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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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, 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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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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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.
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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Merrill, MI

The average cost of senior living in Merrill is $4,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maple Rapids, MI with an average of $3,835 per month.

Memory care costs in Merrill, MI, vs. nearby cities

Merrill, MI
$4,502/mo

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

Merrill, MI
$4,502/mo
U.S. national average
$4,939/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,502/mo

Memory care costs in Merrill, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,588/mo
Studio
$4,729/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,640/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,775/mo

Senior living costs in Merrill 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: Merrill, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerrill, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$4,502/mo$4,605/mo$4,939/mo
Assisted Living$4,393/mo$4,397/mo$4,706/mo
Independent Living$3,851/mo$3,737/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
Merrill, MI:$4,502/mo
Michigan:$4,605/mo
U.S.:$4,939/mo
Assisted Living
Merrill, MI:$4,393/mo
Michigan:$4,397/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Independent Living
Merrill, MI:$3,851/mo
Michigan:$3,737/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Merrill

Recent reviews for memory care in Merrill

Independence Village of Midland

5.0
Moved my parents into Independence Village Midland in August. The whole staff has made this a great experience for me in getting my parents settled in. They are very attentive to their needs and informing me of all issues. I am relieved to have my parents in a safe caring environment. All the ...
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Bickford of Midland

4.0
This is a pretty nice community, and so far my mother is doing well with her move to this community. I do feel she is safe, and in good hands. They have a good staff, and they are caring for her well. They have nice meals, and good activities available for the residents. The only thing that ...
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Shields Comfort Care in Saginaw, MI

5.0
Our family has had a great experience over at Shields. It is not a huge place and everyone is always so friendly. We get our concerns taken care of and the communication has been awesome. We are a big family with a lot of idea's and they never seem bothered by all of our suggestions.

Merrill memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrill, 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 Merrill 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 Merrill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
18.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
18.2%
69.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.2%
59%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merrill 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 Merrill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
44.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrill 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 Merrill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
49.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrill 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 Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
39.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrill 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 Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrill, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
52.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Merrill

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 Merrill protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 12 memory care facilities near Merrill, Michigan. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Merrill, Michigan are Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 12 memory care facilities near you in Merrill, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merrill, 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 Merrill, 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 Merrill, Michigan ranges from $1300 to $11295. The average Memory Care cost in Merrill, Michigan is $4,502. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Merrill, Michigan typically starts at $1300. 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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