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Assisted living costs in Charles average about $3,728 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 19 communities in Charles. Our detailed directory has 14 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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Everything is going just fine so far. Though my loved one is facing a few health complications, the staff do what they can to cater to her needs and requests and make her feel comfortable. The meals are also...
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 of Cheboygan is an assisted living community in pleasant Cheboygan, Michigan. Conveniently located close to plenty of stores and restaurants, the residence's prime Northern Michigan location means residents can enjoy all-four seasons in a family-orientated tourist destination. Residents...
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My Mother has lived at Pineview for close to 2 years, and it has been absolutely wonderful for her! The staff truly feel like family, and they do so much more than care for the residents. The people that...
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.
The moment you step foot in Pineview Cottage, you will feel something special. From the beautiful surroundings to the warm welcome you’ll receive from our staff and residents, this community offers a wealth of opportunities that will complement your lifestyle. We invite you to experience Pineview...
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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.
Freighter View Assisted Living is a community located across from the Historic Soo Locks. Our beautiful log and stone home is only minutes from the downtown area, doctor’s offices, and War Memorial Hospital.Open since the summer of 2006, we have been able to provide quality care for many of the...
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My grandfather lived there for several months before he passed away. I truly hadn't seen him so happy in years. He loved teasing the girls who work there. I can never thank [name removed] and [name removed]...
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, 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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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.
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Perry Farm Village and Hillside of Harbor Springs are models for elder care and housing. They have caring professional staffs that take an interest in the well-being of each resident. If you live there,...
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.
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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.
Photo of Mallard Cove Assisted Living
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.
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 Charles, MI

The average cost of senior living in Charles is $3,728 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cheboygan, MI with an average of $2,500 per month.

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

Charles, MI
$3,728/mo

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

Charles, MI
$3,728/mo
U.S. national average
$4,707/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,728/mo
$3,728/mo

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

Studio
$7,500/mo

Senior living costs in Charles 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: Charles, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCharles, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,728/mo$4,397/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$3,728/mo$4,607/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$3,430/mo$3,736/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Charles, MI:$3,728/mo
Michigan:$4,397/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Charles, MI:$3,728/mo
Michigan:$4,607/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Charles, MI:$3,430/mo
Michigan:$3,736/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Charles, 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 Charles.

What families are saying about assisted living in Charles

Recent reviews for assisted living in Charles

Castle Rock Retirement Center in Saint Ignace, MI

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My brother [name removed] is currently residing ion this community and I am very thankful and impressed with the care he is receiving here. The staff is very supportive and compassionate, the facility is very clean and well maintained and the meals are excellent. There is a great need for this ...
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Pineview Cottage in Harbor Springs, MI

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My Mother has lived at Pineview for close to 2 years, and it has been absolutely wonderful for her! The staff truly feel like family, and they do so much more than care for the residents. The people that live there are rarely alone in their rooms, instead they gather together in the main living ...
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Charles assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charles assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charles, 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 Charles 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 Charles that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Charles, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Charles 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 Charles Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Charles, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Charles 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 Charles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charles, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Charles 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 Charles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charles, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charles 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 Charles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charles, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Charles

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