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Assisted living costs in Rainbow Bend average about $3,482 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 64 communities in Rainbow Bend. Our detailed directory has 275 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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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.
Finding the best place to call home for yourself or a loved one can be a stressful overwhelming decision. At Morgan's Assisted Living we are open to accommodating personal need and wants on an individual level. We offer comfort and care from a family perspective. Morgan's Assisted Living is...
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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, 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
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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: 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.
Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska provides senior care exclusively for people suffering from AlzheimerÆs disease or dementia. The 12-bed facility has a relaxed country setting just outside the Village of Kalkaska, Michigan. Kalkaska has three major events each year; the WinterFest in January; the...
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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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Our mother lived at Nottingham Place in Midland, MI during her final month of life. We regret not moving her here sooner. The care she received was wonderful, tailored specifically to her needs, and...
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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.
Nottingham Place is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful modern community of Midland, Michigan. Our retirement senior living residence is designed with the special physical needs of your senior loved ones in mind, and includes memory loss, Alzheimers and dementia care. We know...
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Overall I think they're doing a great job at The Horizon taking care of my loved one. The staff are all very caring, and the facility itself is clean and nice looking. The food they serve is good, and...
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.
The Horizon Senior Living IV is an assisted living community that is located in Standish, Michigan. The Horizon Senior Living is family owned and operated, so they are determined to provide the best care. The staff at this assisted living facility are determined to make your loved ones feel safe...
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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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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
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.

Cost of assisted living in Rainbow Bend, MI

The average cost of senior living in Rainbow Bend is $3,482 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,352 per month.

Assisted living costs in Rainbow Bend, MI, vs. nearby cities

Rainbow Bend, MI
$3,482/mo
$2,956/mo
$3,470/mo

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

Rainbow Bend, MI
$3,482/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Rainbow Bend, MI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,482/mo
$3,625/mo

Assisted living costs in Rainbow Bend, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,567/mo
Private
$2,000/mo
Studio
$4,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,893/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,000/mo

Senior living costs in Rainbow Bend 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: Rainbow Bend, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRainbow Bend, MIMichiganU.S.
Assisted Living$3,482/mo$4,399/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$3,625/mo$4,608/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$3,419/mo$3,738/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Rainbow Bend, MI:$3,482/mo
Michigan:$4,399/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Rainbow Bend, MI:$3,625/mo
Michigan:$4,608/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Rainbow Bend, MI:$3,419/mo
Michigan:$3,738/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Assisted living costs in Rainbow Bend, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rainbow Bend 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
Rainbow Bend, MI$5,358/mo$5,043/mo+6.3%
Michigan$5,271/mo$5,062/mo+4.1%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Rainbow Bend, MI
2024 average cost:$5,358/mo
2023 average cost:$5,043/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,271/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rainbow Bend, 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 Rainbow Bend.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rainbow Bend

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rainbow Bend

Cassaday's AFC Home in Gladwin, MI

5.0
We've been incredibly pleased with how everything has gone with Cassaday's Adult Family Care. The place is immaculate, the family that runs it is very friendly, and the care is good. They really bent over backwards to help my Mom make the space her own and help her get settled in. They let us ...
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Margaret's Meadows in Remus, MI

4.2
What we like the most about the Margaret's Meadows community is the staff, they really care about their patients. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Green Acres of Mt. Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, MI

4.5
My mother lived in the memory care unit here and we had a great overall experience with them. I was a little concerned with the level of attentiveness of the staff at times. For example, she needs someone to provide water/drinks for her and give her the initiative to drink it, otherwise she will ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Multiple reviews mention the kind and helpful nature of the staff at the communities. For instance, at Midland King's Daughters Home, the professional and attentive staff are praised for their attentiveness to residents and families. At Reed City Fields, staff members are described as friend ...
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Varied activities and outings. Communities offer engaging activities to keep residents active and socially connected. At Reed City Fields, staff organize fun trips and activities, such as Bingo and BBQ days, which residents enjoy. Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care mentions their mother's love for participa ...
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Clean and updated facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. For example, at Mt Pleasant Comfort Care, the facility underwent a complete remodel and now boasts gorgeous updates. Residents at Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care appreciate the cleanliness and atten ...
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Individualized care for unique needs. Communities cater to the specific care needs of their residents, ensuring they receive personalized attention. At Reed City Fields, staff accommodate individual preferences and assist with daily needs. Families of residents at Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care mention their satisfa ...
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Supportive environment for family involvement. Families are encouraged to be involved in their loved ones' living experiences. At Reed City Fields, family members visit frequently and are pleased with the communication between staff and their family members. At Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents feel comforted b ...
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Nutritious and satisfying meals. Quality food is important to residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Curry House, the food is described as nutritious and flavorful. Residents at Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care enjoy the food choices and appreciate the accommodation of dietary needs.
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Rainbow Bend review score based on 86 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 86 reviews of 61 Rainbow Bend assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rainbow Bend 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

Rainbow Bend review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Rainbow Bend, MI61 facilities
8.3
Harrison, MI17 facilities
7.4
Marion, MI65 facilities

Review subcategories for Rainbow Bend 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 86 reviews of 61 Rainbow Bend assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rainbow Bend 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
4.6
4.2
Care services
4.3
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.3
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Rainbow Bend assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rainbow Bend assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rainbow Bend, 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 Rainbow Bend 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 Rainbow Bend that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rainbow Bend, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.3%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rainbow Bend 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 Rainbow Bend Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rainbow Bend, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rainbow Bend 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 Rainbow Bend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rainbow Bend, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.8%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Rainbow Bend 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 Rainbow Bend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rainbow Bend, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
1.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
13.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rainbow Bend 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 Rainbow Bend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rainbow Bend, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
4.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
4.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
21.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
6.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.9%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rainbow Bend

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

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Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care, Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care and Mt Pleasant Comfort Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rainbow Bend, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 64 assisted living facilities near Rainbow Bend, Michigan. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Rainbow Bend, Michigan are Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care and Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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