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Assisted living costs in Mears average about $3,823 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 45 communities in Mears. Our detailed directory has 277 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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The Agape Home at Blueberry Fields was where my father spent last few weeks. The staff was very friendly and caring.You could contact them anytime you had a question or if your loved one had a question or...
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.
Our mission is to minister God's agape love to every resident. This agape love is an unconditional and giving love. Since its establishment in 1989, the Agape Home has been dedicated to serving the physical, social, and spiritual needs of older adults. You will experience excellence in loving...
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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.
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.
Green Acres of Manistee located in Manistee Michigan provides the ideal solution for retirement living. Moving into an assisted living lifestyle can be difficult for families and individuals. We here at Green Acres want you and your family to feel comfortable and at ease with the tough decisions...
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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.
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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.
Our mission is to minister God's agape love to every resident. This agape love is an unconditional and giving love. The Agape Home at Blueberry Fields has been dedicated to serving the physical, social, and spiritual needs of older adults since it opened in 2010. You will experience excellence in...
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Very helpful and friendly staff Very good about answering call buttons quickly Do a pretty good job keeping track of foods people do not/ Cannot eat
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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, Memory Care, 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.
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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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.
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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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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...

Cost of assisted living in Mears, MI

The average cost of senior living in Mears is $3,823 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newaygo, MI with an average of $3,313 per month.

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

Mears, MI
$3,823/mo
$4,345/mo
$3,673/mo

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

Mears, MI
$3,823/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,823/mo
$3,823/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,250/mo
Studio
$5,794/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,607/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,025/mo

Senior living costs in Mears 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: Mears, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMears, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,823/mo$4,247/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,823/mo$4,618/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,348/mo$3,745/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Mears, MI:$3,823/mo
Michigan:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Mears, MI:$3,823/mo
Michigan:$4,618/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Mears, MI:$3,348/mo
Michigan:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mears, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mears 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mears, MI$5,654/mo$4,882/mo+15.8%
Michigan$5,263/mo$4,957/mo+6.2%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Mears, MI
2024 average cost:$5,654/mo
2023 average cost:$4,882/mo
Percent change:+15.8%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,263/mo
2023 average cost:$4,957/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mears, 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 Mears.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mears

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mears

The Oaks in Muskegon, MI

4.8
The memory care unit was amazing. I don't have much to draw from for the rest of the facility. I can tell you some of the residents living there seemed friendly and happy enough. If I were in the market for a facility to age in place and wanted to stay within the city they would be first on my ...
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White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

Robbinswood in Grand Haven, MI

4.0
My mom chose Robbinswood because it is close to her friends and family. She enjoys the activities that they provide and the company of the residents there. Mom likes the food that they serve she has no complaints. The staff is friendly and caring and attentive to her care needs. There are ...
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Mears review score based on 92 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 92 reviews of 37 Mears assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mears 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

Mears review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Mears, MI37 facilities
9.7
Hart, MI7 facilities
7.7
Shelby, MI52 facilities

Review subcategories for Mears 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 92 reviews of 37 Mears assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mears 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
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Mears assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mears assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mears, 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 Mears 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 Mears that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mears, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.8%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mears 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 Mears Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mears, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mears 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 Mears partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mears, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mears 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 Mears communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mears, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mears 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 Mears offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mears, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
24.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
10.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mears

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

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White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care and Reed City Fields are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mears, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 45 assisted living facilities near Mears, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Mears, Michigan are White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care and Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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