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Assisted living costs in South Ionia average about $4,223 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 24 communities in South Ionia. Our detailed directory has 532 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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Life in the memory care unit Woodlawn Meadows in such a blessing. My brother is here, lets marvelous food, is engaged in all kinds of creative activities and enjoys his artwork on the wall of his room. When...
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.
Woodlawn Meadows, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Hastings, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...
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Overall, she likes being there and has made many good friends. The food was extremely good in the beginning and then went not good, and she complained. It is starting to get better, again.
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 Cascade Trails, a Leisure Living Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living,...
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The staff at Hathaway Hills has been awesome! I cannot say enough about how blessed my family feels about my mom's transition into their Memory Care unit. At every step of the way, from the first moments my...
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.
Hathaway Hills, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Greenville, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Within our community, residents and family members will find an inviting and warm environment. With assisted living...
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Many of the staff I have interacted with have been very cheery & helpful. It's hard for me to evaluate activities. My dad doesn't necessarily participate in much except exercise classes. I think he enjoys...
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! Our community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. With these customized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and get support when needed the most. We are dedicated to making sure that life...
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Because my parents weren't interested in choosing their assisted living facility, the responsibility of making that decision became mine. The most important question l asked myself each time l toured a...
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.
Boulder Creek, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Rockford, Michigan, where we’re passionate about serving our senior living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...
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8.5
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The staff was VERY helpful, accommodating, and kind. They were there every time when I needed help. The apartment sizes were very roomy.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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My loved one passed away there but my mom is still living there. They took well care of him and her taking very good care of her and we would absolutely recommend The Village of Heather Hills to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Heather Hills community is the best in Michigan! Situated on 20 beautifully landscaped acres, you'll enjoy the elegance, warmth and security of a family-owned retirement community. We offer fine dining, social events, billiard rooms and more. Village care is our in-home health care agency who...
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8.0
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8.0
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I've told people I was glad we picked this one, we'd pick this facility again. We picked this community because it is small with wide hallways.
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.
Emerald Meadows is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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33 Floor plans available
8.0
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53 reviews
8.0
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My wife passed away almost 2 years ago, so changes might have been made in that period. When my wife was there, it seemed to me that there was a need for more on floor aids or staff. The aids that 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.
Sunrise of Cascade is a single level, Arts and Crafts style building offering assisted living and secured memory care. We are conveniently located just East of I-96 and the 28th Street exit on Charlevoix Drive in Grand Rapids, MI. Charlevoix Drive is a quiet street but close to shopping,...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.0
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23 reviews
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Overall this is a beautiful facility with wonderful people. The right level of care was difficult to get. [name removed] who cleaned my mom's room is a peach. The staff was loving and supportive. We had...
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.
Our BuildingProvision Living at Forest Hills is a 105-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. With both assisted living and memory care services, residents have their choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom...
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Photo of Porter Hills Village
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My dad moved from his house to the garden apartments at Porter Hills Village. He likes it and has been able to get more assistance as his needs change, even though he has stayed in the independent living...
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.
Retire to comfort, friends, activities and enjoymentNestled on 35 lush acres in Grand Rapids Township, Porter Hills Village is a friendly, vibrant community where people come to enjoy active lives free from the burdens of home maintenance and other chores. Porter Hills was founded in 1970 by a...
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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, 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.
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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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I have been nothing but impressed with Green Acres. My loved one has lived here in the memory unit for over a year and in every aspect the staff is attentive and kind. The facility has always helped us...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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I visited a friend who had to stay for a 4 day visit due to a health problem. I was very impressed by the spacious room, the very friendly staff, the cleanliness of the halls and the rooms and friendliness...
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.
Fountain View of Lowell is located just east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Here you will find beautifully landscaped grounds located in a quite country setting. Our facility features assisted living and specialized memory care buildings. We offer a full continuum of care. With 24 hour trained...
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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.
Green Acres, located in Greenville, Michigan seems to have it all when it comes to assisted living for the elderly. We focus on personalized living spaces within a community atmosphere, and have worked hard to maintain elderly independent living as much as possible with private, personalized...
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I would highly recommend them. The room sizes were adequate for two people, good sizes. The food is cooked with fresh ingredients from scratch. They have outdoor space for the residents to use. Overall it...
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: 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, 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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Ramsdell AFC HomeLocated in the heart of Rockford, Michigan, Ramsdell AFC Home is an assisted living community that’s the ideal place to call home. Our location is minutes from the center of town, set in a residential neighborhood and on a wooded lot. This provides our residents with the ease of...
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Cost of assisted living in South Ionia, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Ionia is $4,223 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carson City, MI with an average of $3,737 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Ionia, MI vs. nearby cities

South Ionia, MI
$4,223/mo
$4,223/mo
$4,057/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Ionia, MI vs. the state and national average

South Ionia, MI
$4,223/mo
U.S. national average
$4,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Ionia vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,223/mo
$4,305/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Ionia, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,748/mo
Studio
$5,355/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,577/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,949/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Ionia over time

South Ionia, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Ionia, 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 South Ionia.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Ionia

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Ionia

StoryPoint Grand Ledge

4.0
The people in charge and servers and care staff have been wonderful!

Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care in Greenville, MI

5.0
I would recommend the facility to others. The staff are friendly and helpful and understand my aunt's needs. They communicate with me often to make sure I know how she is doing. My aunt is very happy there.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the staff's ability to accommodate residents' needs and provide tender, loving care at Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care. Families also appreciate the ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Activities provide residents with opportunities to socialize and stay engaged at Cascade Trails Senior Living, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, and Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care. Activities range from arts and crafts to ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents enjoy delicious and tasty meals at Cascade Trails Senior Living, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, and Care Cardinal Cascade. Chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtimes a highlight of the d ...
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Personalized care and attention. Residents receive personalized care and attention at Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Cascade Trails Senior Living. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and their well-being is a priority.
Clean and welcoming facilities. Facilities are kept clean and welcoming at Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Care Cardinal Cascade. Residents and families appreciate the comfortable and homelike atmosphere, which contr ...
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Dedicated and responsive management. Management teams at Cascade Trails Senior Living, Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge, and Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care are dedicated and responsive to residents' needs and concerns. Families feel informed and engaged in th ...
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South Ionia review score based on 157 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 157 reviews of 23 South Ionia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Ionia 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

South Ionia review score compared against nearby cities

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South Ionia, MI23 facilities
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Review subcategories for South Ionia 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 157 reviews of 23 South Ionia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Ionia 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.
South Ionia, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
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Value for cost*
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South Ionia assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Ionia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Ionia, 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 South Ionia 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 South Ionia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
39.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Ionia 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 South Ionia Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Ionia, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Ionia 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 South Ionia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Ionia 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 South Ionia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Ionia, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
34.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Ionia 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 South Ionia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Ionia, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
30.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
34.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
21.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Ionia

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 South Ionia protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 24 assisted living facilities near South Ionia, Michigan. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in South Ionia, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Cascade Trails Senior Living and Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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