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Assisted living costs in Bad Axe average about $4,358 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Bad Axe. Our detailed directory has 405 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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My experience has been compared to other facilities my wife has lived in. The staff do a wonderful job here. I feel very comfortable when I leave that she is safe and being taken care of well.
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 Meadow Lane 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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BayField has been beyond my expectations. The staff have been amazing, starting with the Executive Director [name removed] , her fellow leaders, all the way down to the care staff and housekeepers....
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 Bayfield 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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Staff is very friendly and loving to the residents. I do wish that for those who have cardio/ respiratory issues they would monitor vitals more than every 30 days
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 Heritage Hill 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,...
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The staff keeps the facility clean...the staff is always friendly...really enjoy all the activities especially bingo...meals and snacks are always good
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 Stonegate Village 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...
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The place is very clean, has a friendly environment. Wish there was more communication from the facility like it was in the beginning. The location is very wonderful and room size is a perfect fit! Food...
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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Rachel Sovereign did a wonderful job with my mom. They are all a 5. The home is an older building so it is not a new beautiful facility but the care was top notch. Food always looked fabulous and lot home...
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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Mom is getting great care. Staff is friendly and manager as well as nurse is very engaging and really do care. Mom’s only complaint is that she doesn’t like the food. She is a picky eater so I am sure it is...
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.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living community. You’ll be greeted by our professional staff who are ready to listen to you and learn all about your wants, needs – and stories! You’ll see residents smiling, laughing and participating in...
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The facility feels "homey." The staff is always willing to help with anything you need. I feel that some of the things that can be improved upon are due to lack of staff on some shifts. For instance, if...
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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Our two sisters moved to Bay View Gardens a couple months ago. As a family, we have been extremely pleased with the care, professionalism and friendliness of staff and management. They truly go above and...
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.
Bay View Gardens is a luxury retirement community designed with your retirement needs in mind.Just like family, we provide the assistance you may need to maintain a full and rich lifestyle while remaining as independent as possible. In addition to our Independent Living Facility, we offer an...
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The care of my mother by the staff while in hospice was professional & loving! Also a very clean place! We would absolutely recommend Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth to other families based on the experience so...
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.
There truly is no place like home but at Covenant Glen, of Frankenmuth, we do everything possible to bring the comforts of home to our residents. Covenant Glen first opened in 2014 and is home to members of the Frankenmuth, Vassar, and surrounding areas. Our all-inclusive community provides...
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Photo of The Heartlands
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The heartlands is a very nice place. My mom has been there for a year and made many friends Lots of activities. The staff are all compassionate and caring
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.
The Heartlands Marlette Senior Living is a new senior living community located in the heart of the Thumb. Through our partnership with Marlette Regional Hospital, The Heartlands is proud to provide leading care and on-site clinical services, while being just seconds away from Emergency Services....
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The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment...
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.
Northwood Meadows is situated on over 18 acres of scenic rolling hills in Cass City and offers a variety of conveniences including a modern hospital, doctor offices, renal dialysis center, MRI center, dental offices, ophthalmology and optometry care.  Please call us for a personal tour...
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I would absolutely, on a scale of 1-5, give them a 10. BROOKDALE OF BAY CITY OUTSHINES EVERY OTHER IN THE ARE AS FAR AS MEMORY CARE AND DEMENTIA!!!!!! The people who work there are all trained to some degree...
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.
Less Worrying, More LivingWhen you walk through the doors of this kind and welcoming community, prepare to feel your worries melt away. With a dedicated care team and the loveliest residents you could ever hope to meet, you’ll quickly discover this assisted living and memory care community...
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What we like the most about the community is the Friendliness of staff, cleanliness of building, and communication. Yes, we would recommend the community to others with the caveat that they should plan on...
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.
Bay City Comfort Care is a state-of-the-art facility located on Shrestha Drive sprawling over 38,000 square feet of immaculately designed space. Designed to feel like a luxury resort, with a floor plan that encourages community interactions, you’ll fit right in. Our state-of-the-art facility is...
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My dad loves living here. The staff has been wonderful, anything you ask them to do they are more than willing to do. My sister and I went to eat with him and the food was amazing. I do think they should do...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas Harbor Independent Living is located in East Tawas, Michigan, which is a historic town that has a lot to offer. From the timeless buildings and unique businesses to the breathtaking view of Tawas Bay and beaches, you will be proud to call East Tawas home....
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They have had changes with the staff recently, and I have seen good improvements. The staff is very friendly, it's very clean, and the meals are good. It does not matter when you visit as it is always the...
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.
Tawas Village is nestled on 20 acres bordered with pine trees. It is located just blocks from downtown and near Tawas Lake. Local wildlife often is seen on our property such as deer, fox, wild turkeys and various birds.Our cement walk way surrounds our building and allows our residents to enjoy...
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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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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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.
Are you looking for a place to bring your loved one and leave with a mind free from worry? Well look no further. Rendon’s Young At Heart A.F.C. is dedicated to providing an environment where your loved one is catered to with dignity and respect. It is our desire to offer top quality care and...
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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, 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.
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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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 assisted living in Bad Axe, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bad Axe is $4,358 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carsonville, MI with an average of $3,901 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bad Axe, MI, vs. nearby cities

Bad Axe, MI
$4,358/mo
$4,277/mo
$4,208/mo

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

Bad Axe, MI
$4,358/mo
U.S. national average
$4,707/mo

Assisted living costs in Bad Axe, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
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$4,404/mo

Assisted living costs in Bad Axe, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,574/mo
Studio
$4,975/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,981/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,769/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$800/mo

Senior living costs in Bad Axe 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: Bad Axe, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBad Axe, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,358/mo$4,397/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,404/mo$4,607/mo$4,940/mo
Independent Living$3,107/mo$3,738/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Bad Axe, MI:$4,358/mo
Michigan:$4,397/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Bad Axe, MI:$4,404/mo
Michigan:$4,607/mo
U.S.:$4,940/mo
Independent Living
Bad Axe, MI:$3,107/mo
Michigan:$3,738/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bad Axe, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe, MI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bad Axe 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
Bad Axe, MI$4,945/mo$4,983/mo-0.8%
Michigan$5,271/mo$5,062/mo+4.1%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Bad Axe, MI
2024 average cost:$4,945/mo
2023 average cost:$4,983/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,271/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
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 Bad Axe, MI

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What families are saying about assisted living in Bad Axe

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bad Axe

Northwood Meadows in Cass City, MI

5.0
The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment is very nice! It's comforting to know that she is somewhere safe!

Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas

5.0
My mother is in the Independent Living section of Harbors. Her room is very comfortably laid out and has a private bathroom. There are numerous activities offered to the residents. And the residents appear to be happy. There is nice outdoor space for the residents to enjoy in warmer weather. The ...
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Willows of Bay City

4.0
I would recommend to other families. They are very knowledgeable and experienced. We picked this community, because my brother recommended it.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, reviews praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, with several residents expressing appreciation for the genuine care they receive. Similarly, at Herit ...
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Engaging activities and socialization. Community activities and socialization help residents stay engaged and active. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, the wide range of activities offered, from music events to crafts, bring joy and purpose to residents' lives. At Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, the ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential aspects of senior living communities. At Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Meadow Lane, residents mention the well-kept facilities, from the cleanliness of their private apartments to the communal areas. Similarly, residents of Stonegate Village ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and their families value the personalized care and attention they receive at various communities. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield, staff go the extra mile to encourage residents to join activities and provide one-on-one care when needed. At Stonegate Village As ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Quality food is a crucial aspect of community living for many seniors. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day. Similarly, at Stonegate Village Ass ...
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Open and clear communication. Effective communication between families and staff is essential for peace of mind and ensuring care needs are met. At Vassar Comfort Care, Vassar Comfort Care, the facility's welcoming atmosphere and the friendliness of the staff make it easy for families to discuss concerns and collaborate on ...
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Bad Axe review score based on 129 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 129 reviews of 35 Bad Axe assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bad Axe 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

Bad Axe review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Bad Axe 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 129 reviews of 35 Bad Axe assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bad Axe 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.
Bad Axe, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.1
Friendliness
4.6
4.2
Care services
4.5
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.1
Meals & dining
4.4
3.7
Activities
4.3
3.7
Value for cost*
4.2
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Bad Axe assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bad Axe assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bad Axe, 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 Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bad Axe, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bad Axe, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
31.4%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
34.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
11.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
2.9%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bad Axe

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 Bad Axe protect seniors.
Learn about Michigan assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bad Axe, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Bad Axe, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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