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Assisted living costs in Ada average about $3,978 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Ada. Our detailed directory has 468 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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I would tell others that it is a good place for assisted living that a resident might need some oversight, but is independent. The community doesn't seem to match up to dietary restrictions when it comes to...
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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Everything is fine for me at my new community. The meals are good to me. My room and the rest of the community is clean. They also have activities available through out the day.
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.
Heron Woods is an independent living community surrounded by the picturesque scenery of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Grand Rapids is a part of Kent County and offers much to do and see. Two hospitals are located within a mile of the apartments, while the grounds themselves are lightly wooded and even...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Clark at Keller Lake is the choice we made for my wife Marie, With her safety a major concern in our early pursuit of help for her we were blessed in that the Clark Family program was a lot more than we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clark Retirement Community is a continuum of care accredited by CCAC. Our mission is to create a community of dignity, compassion and respect centered on the lives of older adults and those who care of them. Clark has a Residency Agreement Fee based on the size of the accommodation and a monthly...
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We placed my mom on the third floor memory care and from day one we were very impressed with not only their ability to provide care for their residents but also their ability to care about their residents....
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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.
Located in the popular Uptown District of Grand Rapids, Fulton Manor is close to downtown. This makes it a convenient location for family members who live and work downtown or in the near northeast and near southeast neighborhoods. Fulton Manor provides catered living for those who are still...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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We are having a pretty good experience here so far. The people are great and they have really tried to work with us. Our loved one isn't doing so good, but they don't let us give up. We really liked the...
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.
Northview Manor, established in 1988, is a long term, adult foster care, assisted living facility for the elderly. We are licensed with the State of Michigan. Our family owned and operated facility combines the efforts of a caring support staff with modern conveniences to meet the physical and...
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My Father was only at this facility for two weeks. The staff was able to evaluate his needs and re-assess his medications. Unfortunately, he needed more care than what the facility could provide in this...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Ada, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ada is $3,978 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belding, MI with an average of $3,809 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ada, MI, vs. nearby cities

Ada, MI
$3,978/mo
$4,052/mo

Assisted living costs in Ada, MI, vs. state and national averages

Ada, MI
$3,978/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Ada, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,978/mo
$4,154/mo

Assisted living costs in Ada, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,543/mo
Studio
$4,814/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,075/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,452/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,275/mo

Senior living costs in Ada 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: Ada, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAda, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,978/mo$4,399/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,154/mo$4,608/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$3,530/mo$3,738/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Ada, MI:$3,978/mo
Michigan:$4,399/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Ada, MI:$4,154/mo
Michigan:$4,608/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Ada, MI:$3,530/mo
Michigan:$3,738/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ada, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ada 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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Assisted living cost trends in Ada, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ada 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ada, MI$4,578/mo$5,184/mo-11.7%
Michigan$5,271/mo$5,062/mo+4.1%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Ada, MI
2024 average cost:$4,578/mo
2023 average cost:$5,184/mo
Percent change:-11.7%
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2024 average cost:$5,271/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ada, MI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ada.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ada

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ada

Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris in Grand Rapids, MI

4.9
Commonwealth is a wonderful community. My mom is adapting well and has experienced all good. She really likes it there. These staff is super supportive. I gave a 4 on food because my mom says every once in awhile she doesn't care for the selection. Commonwealth offers transportation services to ...
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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Byron Manor in Byron Center, MI

5.0
The staff are really engaged in the residents and care about their best interest. The facility is put together with the thoughts of aging in place truly means. The food has gotten a lot better but it would be nice for maybe a deli option available or a small cafe in the independent living.

Ada review score based on 78 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 78 reviews of 32 Ada assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ada review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Ada review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Ada, MI32 facilities
8.2
8.4
Kentwood, MI48 facilities

Review subcategories for Ada assisted living

When assisted living 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 78 reviews of 32 Ada assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ada resident and family assisted living 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Ada assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ada assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ada, 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 Ada assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ada that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.6%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ada assisted living

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 Ada Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ada, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ada assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ada partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ada, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.9%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Ada assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ada communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ada, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ada assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ada offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ada, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
34.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ada

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ada protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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