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Assisted living costs in Merrill average about $4,399 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 14 communities in Merrill. Our detailed directory has 11 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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Since my mom has moved in to Arbor Grove I have seen a 100 percent turn around in her health and happiness. The staff seem friendly and helpful. Arbor Grove seems to be a safe and positive environment for my...
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.
Welcome to Arbor Grove! 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 independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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The staff is great the facility is really well kept, the grounds are beautiful. They do a ton of good activities. The on care nursing can be spotty.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Midland! 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 independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service...
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At Candlestone we have great food! The staff are great and always so kind. I am blessed that my son brought me to Candlestone. I love my courtyard view. Candlestone is a great place overall.
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 Candlestone 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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My wife is in the memory care unit at Shields Comfort Care and I am beyond appreciative of the care she receives there. I never have to worry if she is ok. She loves the food and especially loves the...
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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My husband mother after her fall a year ago was doing well until she fell again and was very confused. Found out she has progressive Dementia and was going to need more help than my husband & I could do. My...
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
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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, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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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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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.
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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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Great staff, beautiful facility!!
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Merrill, MI

The average cost of senior living in Merrill is $4,399 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maple Rapids, MI with an average of $3,757 per month.

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

Merrill, MI
$4,399/mo

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

Merrill, MI
$4,399/mo
U.S. national average
$4,706/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,399/mo
$4,508/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,588/mo
Studio
$4,729/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,640/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,775/mo

Senior living costs in Merrill 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: Merrill, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerrill, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$4,399/mo$4,398/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$4,508/mo$4,605/mo$4,939/mo
Independent Living$3,857/mo$3,737/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Merrill, MI:$4,399/mo
Michigan:$4,398/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Merrill, MI:$4,508/mo
Michigan:$4,605/mo
U.S.:$4,939/mo
Independent Living
Merrill, MI:$3,857/mo
Michigan:$3,737/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merrill, 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 Merrill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merrill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merrill

Shields Comfort Care in Saginaw, MI

5.0
The staff and management team at Shields Comfort Care welcomed my mother with open arms. They are attentive to her needs. I love that the staff have become like family. If anyone is looking for a forever home for their loved ones, I highly recommend Shields Comfort Care.

Bavarian Comfort Care in Bridgeport, MI

4.8
Bavarian was very welcoming when my family came to the community. Everyone made sure they say hi to use and checked to see if we needed anything. My grandmother loves to play bingo and the NASA astronaut visit via zoom was so cool.

Edgewood Assisted Living Center in Saginaw, MI

5.0
My mother lived at Edgewood for 2 1/2 years. The staff was extremely caring. The dining room had very good food and would accommodate when she didn't care for offerings. (she didn't like seafood). They often had special events for holidays for family to be included. They had activities from ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at the communities, making residents and their families feel welcome. For instance, at Midland King's Daughters Home, many express their appreciation for the staff's kindness and attentiveness, while at Bavarian Comfort ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Activities play a significant role in residents' overall satisfaction at the communities. At Independence Village of Midland, residents enjoy a wide range of activities tailored to their interests, including games, music, and outings. Similarly, at Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, ensuring a pleasant living environment. For example, at Chesaning Comfort Care, residents appreciate the facility's cleanliness and the efforts made to keep everything well-maintained, while at Arbor Grove Assisted Living and ...
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Adaptable care packages. Flexible care packages cater to residents' changing needs. At Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care, the staff is able to adjust to residents' evolving care requirements, providing them with the right level of assistance to maintain their comfort and independence. Similarly, at Meadows ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is essential. At Chesaning Comfort Care, the staff is responsive to questions and concerns, while at Independence Village Assisted Living and Memory Care of Midland, they keep families informed about activities and events. This open ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Reviews indicate that quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Independence Village of Midland, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences, while at Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents look forward to meal ...
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Merrill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrill, 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 Merrill 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 Merrill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
15.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
15.4%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
15.4%
47.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merrill 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 Merrill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrill 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 Merrill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
40.8%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrill 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 Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrill, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.7%
42.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrill 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 Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrill, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
35.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
15.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
30.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merrill

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 Merrill protect seniors.
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Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merrill, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 14 assisted living facilities near Merrill, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Merrill, Michigan are Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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