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Assisted living costs in Fern average about $3,767 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Fern. Our detailed directory has 65 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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Mom has been in the Memory Care unit at Ludington Woods for about a month now and we could not be happier with our choice. The staff was very responsive and helpful thru the decision process. While we were...
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 Ludington Woods 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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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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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.
We are a state licensed, large group, Adult Foster Care home. Licensed for 15 residents. We have 24 hr staff. We have a computer system which is directly linked to our pharmacy, to assist with passing medications. We cook and serve 3 meals and a bedtime snack every day. We can assist with...
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Cost of assisted living in Fern, MI

The average cost of senior living in Fern is $3,767 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newaygo, MI with an average of $3,313 per month.

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

Fern, MI
$3,767/mo
$3,791/mo

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

Fern, MI
$3,767/mo
U.S. national average
$4,711/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,767/mo
$3,767/mo

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

Semi-Private
$1,700/mo
Studio
$5,600/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,300/mo

Senior living costs in Fern 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: Fern, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFern, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,767/mo$4,402/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$3,767/mo$4,613/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living$2,810/mo$3,742/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Fern, MI:$3,767/mo
Michigan:$4,402/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Fern, MI:$3,767/mo
Michigan:$4,613/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Fern, MI:$2,810/mo
Michigan:$3,742/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
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Assisted living costs in Fern, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Fern 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
Fern, MI$7,180/mo$5,963/mo+20.4%
Michigan$4,716/mo$4,471/mo+5.5%
National$4,529/mo$4,590/mo-1.3%
Fern, MI
2024 average cost:$7,180/mo
2023 average cost:$5,963/mo
Percent change:+20.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$4,716/mo
2023 average cost:$4,471/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,529/mo
2023 average cost:$4,590/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fern, 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 Fern.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fern

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fern

Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0
I come here once a year and find everything to be great and I feel welcomed I enjoy all the outings that they offer. The staff is so friendly and inviting I would highly recommend to anyone in need .

Fern assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fern assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fern, 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 Fern 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 Fern that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fern, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
52.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care, Grancare and Willowbrook Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fern, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Fern, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Fern, Michigan is Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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