Rhoda's House
2576 E Brooks Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
"Rhoda's House is situated in the small community of Freeland in eastern Michigan. Located near the head of Saginaw Bay, this region provides..."
READ MOREOur comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Bay City, MI below include 74 Assisted Living facilities with 459 reviews. On average in Bay City, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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2576 E Brooks Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
"Rhoda's House is situated in the small community of Freeland in eastern Michigan. Located near the head of Saginaw Bay, this region provides..."
READ MORE3106 Walters Dr, Saginaw, MI 48601
"Privately owned and operated for 33 years, the staff at Howell's Group Home provides personalized services designed to meet the needs of eve..."
READ MORE1572 Ribble St, Saginaw, MI 48601
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE725 W Genesee St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
"Welcome to Wellspring Lutheran Services caring for the Frankenmuth community since 1969. While much has changed in that time, our commitment..."
READ MORE4900 Hedgewood Dr, Midland, MI 48640
"Welcome to MediLodge of Midland a leading provider of long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation solutions. Our center off..."
READ MORE12237 Marshall Road, Montrose, MI 48457
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE805 W Midland, Auburn, MI 48611
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READ MORE3932 North Center Road, Saginaw, MI 48603
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE2561 N Garfield Rd, Pinconning, MI 48650
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READ MORE2901 Galaxy Dr, Saginaw, MI 48601
"Welcome to Avista Nursing and Rehab, Saginaw County’s foremost subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing center. Our 103-bed nursing home ..."
READ MORE1338 W Vienna Rd, Clio, MI 48420
"Cranberry Park of Clio, located in Clio, Michigan, offers a variety of care options including Assisted Living, Respite Care, Memory Care, an..."
READ MORE8425 West Farrand Road, Montrose, MI 48457
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE2041 E Freeland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE1111 N Harrison St, Saginaw, MI 48602
"Bliss Park Senior Apartments is located in Saginaw, Michigan, a small city of 200,000 people. Saginaw is a culturally diverse city that's ho..."
READ MOREBay City’s median fee for assisted living is at the costlier end of the spectrum for the area, although not as expensive as Midland’s $4,460. However, fees are typically more affordable in the nearest cities included in the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. These include Saginaw ($4,225), Flint ($4,375) and Detroit ($4,215).
Bay City
$4,423
Michigan
$4,250
The United States
$4,500
Midland
$4,460
Flint
$4,375
Saginaw
$4,425
Detroit
$4,215
Although Bay City’s median monthly fee for assisted living of $4,423 is a little above the state midpoint of $4,250, it’s below the country’s average cost of $4,500. Consequently, the typical Bay City resident saves about $924 annually when compared to the typical American.
Eligible Bay City seniors will find several federal and state programs to help them pay for assisted living. These include Healthy Michigan, MI Choice and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
Assisted living is possibly the best value senior care option in Bay City because its median fee of $4,423 pays for personal care services, meals, accommodations and organized social events within the facility. In comparison, home care costs around $4,957, but seniors must still pay for their homes. Home health care’s median fee is also $4,957, although this covers basic medical assistance. Adult day care has the most affordable median fee at $1,647 per month, while nursing home care is the costliest at $9,125 for a standard semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$4,957
Home Health Care
$4,957
Assisted Living Facility
$1,647
Assisted Living Facility
$4,423
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Bay City seniors don’t need to handle problems on their own, as there are numerous government agencies and nonprofit organizations operating locally that can help. The following list includes those that specialize in legal issues, durable medical equipment loans, dispute resolutions with care providers and veterans’ benefits.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Michigan Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | The Michigan Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a state-sponsored advocate for seniors residing in licensed residential care facilities, such as homes for the aged and adult foster homes. Its ombudsmen educate residents about their rights and investigate complaints, ensuring the complainant's anonymity at all times. |
Bay County Department of Veteran Affairs | (989) 895-4108 | The Bay County Department of Veteran Affairs provides information and support services to U.S. military vets and their dependents. These include helping vets get the state and federal benefits they're entitled to and some military-related allowances, such as the burial benefit. |
Medical Loan Closet | (989) 895-5444 | The Disability Services Resource Center operates a medical loan closet that provides durable equipment to needy Bay City residents for free. As the center relies on donated equipment, there may be a delay before the senior can get what they need. Common equipment includes wheelchairs, crutches, walkers and canes. |
Lakeshore Legal Aid | (888) 783-8190 | Funded by a grant from Bay County, Lakeshore Legal Aid provides free advice to Bay City residents of all income levels who are aged 60+. Appointments take place at Bay City's Department of Aging main office twice per month. Lakeshore Legal Aid can assist in civil law matters only. |
Bay County Volunteer Program | (989) 895-4100 | Bay County's Volunteer Program helps older adults use their free time to support others in the community. Some roles allow seniors to use existing skills, while others require training. They include providing tax assistance, delivering meals to homebound seniors, assisting in a senior center and supporting special events. |
Bay City Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Mark014
4.0
Review of Brookdale Bay City
My wife has been in Brookdale Bay City for a week and a half, and things are working out really well. They are a good choice because right at this point, my wife still needs a lift to use the...
Assisted Living
David
5.0
Review of Bayfield Assisted Living & Memory Care
Bayfield was a wonderful place for my mom. She was there after a fall and they helped us a lot with her rehab and getting her better. She was able to get better and go back home for 14 months. She...
Provider response
Hi David, Thank you for your review! We’re pleased to hear that you found our community and team to be great. We understand how important communication is for families, and while it’s sad that...
Assisted Living
Julie C
5.0
Review of Bayfield Assisted Living & Memory Care
Bayfield and the staff are wonderful! They have tremendous patience with my mom as she progresses through her dementia. They are all very kind and always there when my mom pushes her call...
Provider response
Hi Julie, It’s wonderful to hear that your interactions with our team have been positive. We strive to provide peace of mind for families who trust us with the care of their loved ones, and we’re...