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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Forester, MI
Assisted living costs in Forester average about $3,813 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 54 communities in Forester. Our detailed directory has 278 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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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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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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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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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.
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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It was very small and it was a group home, but if you had someone you just needed supervision it was good. They could have up to 20 people and they were taking care of some people who needed medical...
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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.
Our primary focus is to care for disabled, aged seniors who can no longer care for themselves, but do not necessarily need to be in a nursing home environment. Our residents are ambulatory, but may require the use of a cane, walker or the assistance of our staff members. We specialize with...
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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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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.
Harbour Hill Retirement Suites is an assisted living community located in East Goderich, ON that understands what it means to create a real community. Set against the background of broad lake shores and beautiful forests, our community is a tranquil escape from the stress and hassles of daily...
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A Family Affair was a very positive experience. The staff members were wonderful. The aid was especially affectionate to my mom. I chose this facility because it was nice, clean, and spacious. I only wish my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Everyone wants to take care of their aging parents and loved ones. Although many times. as a loved one ages we are no longer able to provide the kind of care and attention that they need. For most people the burden of taking care of an aging loved one combined with the burden of meeting the...
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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.
Albany Retirement Village Inc Albany Retirement Village Inc. is an assisted living community located in Petrolia, ON. The quaint town of Petrolia, which is located near Sarnia, is known as 'Canada's Victorian Oil Town' and is often recognized as being the town that sparked the oil industry in...
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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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Owned by Redwood, Inc., who has years of experience in providing the best quality care for you or your loved one. Brookhaven is set in a lovely country setting with a caring staff to assist and comfort their Residents. Has gazebo and deck access for a wonderful country view. It is a pleasant...
Cost of assisted living in Forester, MI
The average cost of senior living in Forester is $3,813 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Huron, MI with an average of $3,396 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Forester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Forester
Serene Gardens of Imlay City
4.3
I would recommend Angela's House to others for their loved ones. This appears to be a newer community. The food is really good here. The community is accommodating to the residents and family's requests. The staff were okay to work with if the family had questions or concerns about our loved ...
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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!
Mercy Village in Fort Gratiot Twp, MI
4.8
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one. They have activities like field trips, work outs, cards, music, and games. They are accommodating and quick to answer.
The tour was good and they gave me all of the information that we needed.
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Warm and friendly staff. Numerous reviews from Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere for residents and their families.
Variety of enjoyable activities. Communities like Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care offer a wide range of activities for residents, with movies, musical performances, and social events keeping them engaged and active.
Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews for Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, with attention paid to both private rooms and common areas.
Delicious and accommodating meals. At Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring residents look forward to every meal.
Effective communication between families and staff. Reviews from Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care mention open discussions between staff and families, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Supportive and caring community. Residents and their families express gratitude for the compassionate atmosphere at communities like Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care, where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
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Forester review score based on 94 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 40 Forester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Forester 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
Forester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Forester 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 94 reviews of 40 Forester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forester 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.Forester, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.7
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Forester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forester, 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 Forester 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 Forester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forester, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.5%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.5%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Forester 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 Forester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forester, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.5%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forester 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 Forester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forester, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forester 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 Forester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forester, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
35%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forester 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 Forester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forester, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.5%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.5%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Forester protect seniors.
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Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forester, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 54 assisted living facilities near Forester, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Forester, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care and Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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