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Assisted living costs in Van Buren County average about $4,424 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 187 communities in Van Buren County. Our detailed directory has 2021 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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Photo of Bickford of Portage
1717 Photos available
8.6
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12 reviews
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Everyone is so kind, caring and helpful. Need to remember the meds are ordered and dispensed as the doctor wrote the order Mom was used to taking them on her schedule. Bickford follows doc orders. Once...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Photo of Tanglewood Trace
33 Photos available
8.6
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51 reviews
8.6
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51 reviews
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We would like to thank the staff for a wonderful service they offer for the assisted living residents. Make sure they are all fed and taken care of. Especially the nurses and aides that are awesome in their...
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.
Tanglewood Trace is an independent and assisted living community in Mishawaka, Indiana. Mishawaka is a vibrant city located near South Bend. Mishawaka is a quaint and charming city, known for its Midwestern charm, friendly people and abundance of outdoor spaces. Home to one of the largest...
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Photo of Freedom Village at Holland, a CCRC
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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7 reviews
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Everyone we've met here really loves it. Great location. You can walk to town in 3 minutes and it's situated on a large park, Windows on the Waterfront.
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.
Located just blocks from charming downtown Holland with its boutique shopping and art scene, our Life Care community, gives you access to four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Here you’ll have the fun maintenance-free...
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1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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45 reviews
8.4
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I am very pleased with the care at Care Cardinal. Their staff has been very supporrtive and goes above and beyond for the care of my mother.
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.
Care Cardinal of Kentwood longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Care Cardinal of Kentwood is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your...
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Photo of American House Jenison
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.3
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51 reviews
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51 reviews
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American House is a pet friendly facility. One and two bedroom apartments offered, continental breakfast available every single morning and a chef prepared noon meal consistently wonderful! All utilities and...
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.
American House Jenison is comprised of nine buildings which include 192 independent living, assisted living and memory care apartments. 'American House is well-known for the exceptional care we provide for the residents who choose to make their home with us,' said Rob Gillette, chief operating...
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Photo of Brentwood at Niles
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8.2
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31 reviews
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Staff doesn't always respond in a timely manner if issues arise. Unless an emergency, be patient, they will eventually. They offer; music from outsiders, happy hour, games, and they have a library. I would...
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.
Brentwood at Niles is an assisted living and memory care community located in Niles, Michigan. Niles is a historic town, with roots dating back to the early 1800s. Boasting small town Midwestern charm, Niles is warm and welcoming while also being progressive and modern. Our city offers residents...
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Photo of Quincy Place Senior Living
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My loved one is currently a resident at Quincy Place Senior Living. The facility seems to prefer to work with the residents as opposed to the family. There are a lot of activities, which may drive up the...
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.
Quincy Place Senior Living - A Traditions Community, offers well-appointed Independent Living, as well as thoughtful, expert, Assisted Living and Memory Care, designed to encourage independence, dignity and well-being.Located just six miles from historic downtown Holland and the waterfront,...
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Photo of Brookdale Granger
77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.1
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45 reviews
8.1
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45 reviews
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The staff is friendly and helpful. Very caring with the residents. My mom loves the food and they are very accommodating with her likes because she is a picky eater. My mom enjoys the activities especially...
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.
Find Your Redefined Independence HereNot all senior living communities are created equal. In our comfortable, welcoming community you’ll find a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with, in a community that feels just like home sweet home. And because we’ll...
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Photo of Heritage Point Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.1
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***There were only 3 concerns we had while mom was at Heritage Point: 1) POA information in the paper chart was forever being changed without our knowledge. 2) My mother was released for a overnight visit....
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Heritage Point Alzheimer's Special Care is an assisted living community located in Mishawaka, Indiana, in Joseph County and home to just over 48,000 people. Nicknamed 'the Princess City,' Mishawaka has beautiful planned communities along the St. Joe River. Residents will enjoy the scenic parks...
Photo of Brookdale Battle Creek
1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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My loved one is a resident at Brookdale Battle Creek. The staff has been super friendly. They take good care of my loved one. Her room is clean and her laundry is always done.
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.
Give New Meaning to Living WellYou can have it all: resort-style living, a lovely, spacious apartment, and Assisted Living care that values your individual needs. Our community in Battle Creek, Michigan offers all the amenities of home and then some, including tree-lined walking paths, an on-site...
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Photo of Stanford Lodge of Plainwell
33 Photos available
8.0
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5 reviews
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This is a great place that is reasonable priced. Nice and kind people work here. The staff were always available to answer my questions or concerns the family had.
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.
We provide assistance for someone in need of assisted living care. We are located in close proximity to Borgess Pipp Hospital Emergency Room. Our care services and close proximity to medical care make us a unique option in the area.
Photo of The Cortland Holland Meadows
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I highly recommend Vista Springs Holland Meadows! We appreciate the warm and caring staff, the beautiful and clean building, the comfortable rooms with high ceilings and large windows that offer much natural...
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.
The Cortland Holland, proudly part of the Priority Life Care network, emerges as a comprehensive assisted living and memory care community situated in the picturesque town of Holland, Michigan. This community is uniquely designed to cater to a wide spectrum of needs, offering both the...
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Photo of American House Kentwood
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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26 reviews
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Our loved ones stay was short but the overall experience was excellent. The staff members were super nice and they had assigned one care taker to our loved one during her stay that really took care of all of...
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.
We here at American House Kentwood endeavor to provide superb senior living services to the elderly residents of Kentwood Michigan and the surrounding areas. With this goal in mind, we offer varied room and care options set in placid, beautifully landscaped grounds. The two levels of care offered...
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Photo of Willow Creek West AFC
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My mother is well cared for. The food is healthy, she is always dry and clean (briefs and clothes), people are friendly and kind, someone is always available to talk to you, and she gets redirected and seems...
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.
Finding a senior living team in Grand Rapids and West Michigan that you can trust is challenging. Here at Care Cardinal, our qualified teams treat your family like our family. After all, it doesn't take long before they become our family too.Unlike traditional senior assisted living or senior...
Photo of American House Holland
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Zero concerns now. What we like the most about American House is the location, how clean it is and how comforting it is. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have 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.
American House Holland is, as our name suggests, located in the beautiful town of Holland, Michigan. Over the past two decades since our campus was established, we have created a reputation for excellence in all areas of senior care. Depending on your loved one's needs, we are offer both...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at North Byron
44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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49 reviews
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I know my mom is safe and is well taken care of. Primarily with the new ownership. The staff is attentive and my mother is treated with respect which I am grateful for. There could be more field trips to...
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.
Life flourishes at American House Wyoming. Residents enjoy an abundance of amenities including a chapel, wood shop, on-site theater, chef prepared meals and more — all incorporated into a vibrant city boulevard and town center design. American House Wyoming is where seniors can find the care they...
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Photo of Vibrant Life Senior Living Kalamazoo
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Memory and physical care made better by kind and caring staff. They are currently updating their van with wheelchair straps, but could also use more staff to take residents on 'outside' trips. No matter...
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.
New Friends Memory Care & Assisted Living Community in Kalamazoo, MI, strives to help every person live as independently as possible. We do this by offering individual suites in one of our three exceptional lodges designated for mild, moderate and extensive care. We promote a home-like...
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Photo of Harmony at Elkhart
55 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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It was new and clean and they had a good story... Care could be better. Not enough staff when you need them.. I would recommend them over lots of others yes.. But you have to keep checking on your loved...
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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Photo of Addington Place of Lakeside Vista
44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.9
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It's a nice enough place. I feel like the outcome wasn't as I was told at the beginning. I picked Addington because I liked the look of the place. My mother's room is adequate. The price was less than the...
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.
At Addington Place of Lakeside Vista, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, our seasoned and dedicated staff, first-rate...
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I would recommend it to others. I like that my loved one has two rooms - a sitting room and a bedroom - as well as a private bathroom. It's the only place I saw in the area that had that much space for...
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.
Vicinia Gardens of Otsego, MI is a warm, welcoming community that offers personalized care plans developed to meet the needs of our residents fully and efficiently. Private one bedroom apartments including a private bathroom, living room, closet and bedroom, your loved on will feel right at home!...
Photo of Grand Emerald Place
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My loved one is a resident at Grand Emerald Place and things have been good overall. However, some of the nurses are not as friendly as others. It depends on day shift and night shift, both are ruder and...
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.
Grand Emerald Place provides residents (and their pets) with a home-like environment, support for activities of daily living, and a community where they can thrive. We develop personalized care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day...
Photo of Brookdale Portage Assisted Living
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The staff at Brookdale Portage really cares and gets to know the residents and families. I would recommend them to other families looking for assisted living for a loved one.
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.
When you need help with a few minor things so you can enjoy the important things, then Brookdale Portage in Portage, Mich., may be just the place you’re looking for. Our assisted living community offers a lifestyle that celebrates and encourages independence while providing the comfort of an...
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I had my mom living at Bickford of Battle Creek. Very nice place, staff was friendly and informative. I would recommend this place again and again. My mom who is diabetic did not feel that they prepared food...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Photo of Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living
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My loved one was very active for the few months that he lived at Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living. I grieve thinking about it because he was so joyful and became a shining light there for many people. My...
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.
We are honored you or a loved one is considering Brentwood at Elkhart to experience life’s next chapter. At Brentwood at Elkhart, we strive to create a culture of caring.What makes Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living different?LOCATIONBrentwood at Elkhart is located in picturesqueElkhart,...
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The staff seem to pay attention to my dad's needs. This is an older community, however they do try to keep the building maintained. Dad does not like the food but they do serve a variety of healthy choices....
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.
Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an assisted living community located in the peaceful village of Lawton, Michigan. This beautiful and close-knit community is the perfect location for anyone looking for a comfortable and secure place to live.Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an...
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Cost of assisted living in Van Buren County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Van Buren County is $4,424 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allegan, MI with an average of $4,183 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Van Buren County, MI vs. nearby counties

Van Buren County, MI
$4,424/mo
$4,731/mo
$4,436/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Van Buren County, MI vs. the state and national average

Van Buren County, MI
$4,424/mo
U.S. national average
$4,597/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Van Buren County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,424/mo
$4,533/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Van Buren County, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,009/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$5,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,964/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,574/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,645/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Van Buren County over time

Van Buren County, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Van Buren County, 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 Van Buren County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Van Buren County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Van Buren County

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.3
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids

4.0
It's a fantastic community!My mom said "I could live here". Then wanted to move in the next day. I would recommend to others. It's very clean, friendly and compassionate.

Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes in Mishawaka, IN

5.0
I have gained another wonderful new family at Cedarhurst. I am very active and there is lot’s to do here. I am so grateful.I can’t imagine living anywhere else and I hear from my friends all the time that they will come here when they are ready. The staff are wonderful and always make sure I ...
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Van Buren County review score based on 616 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 616 reviews of 163 Van Buren County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Van Buren County 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

Van Buren County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Van Buren County, MI163 facilities
10.0
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8.2
Bangor, MI159 facilities

Review subcategories for Van Buren County 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 616 reviews of 163 Van Buren County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Van Buren County 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.
Van Buren County, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Van Buren County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Van Buren County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Van Buren County, 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 Van Buren County 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 Van Buren County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Van Buren County, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.7%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.1%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.1%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.4%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.6%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Van Buren County 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 Van Buren County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Van Buren County, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.1%
50.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.7%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.3%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Van Buren County 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 Van Buren County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Van Buren County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.7%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.1%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Van Buren County 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 Van Buren County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Van Buren County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.9%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
28.2%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Van Buren County 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 Van Buren County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Van Buren County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
39.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.2%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.8%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.8%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
46%
Dances
Dances
22.7%
28.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.3%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.2%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Van Buren County

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 Van Buren County protect seniors.

Learn about Michigan Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

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