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Emerald Park Apartments
326 Cross Oaks Dr, Plainwell, MI 49080
"Emerald Park & Woods Senior Community is situated in Plainwell, MI. Here in the "Island City" on the banks of the Kalamazoo River, senio..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Kalamazoo sits about 50 miles south of Grand Rapids and 35 miles east of Lake Michigan. The midsize city and its surroundings feature 56 assisted living communities, including 20 communities...
within city limits. As of 2024, these communities charge roughly $5,253 per month, outpacing Michigan's median rate by $203.
We've gathered 280 reviews reviews of Kalamazoo's assisted living communities to help you learn more about the area's long-term care options. Reviewers give these communities an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars. Learn more by exploring the reviews below.
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Kambly Living Center East
1003 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017
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The Morris House
318 Richfield Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037
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Amber Estates
875 Meachem Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017
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Plainwell Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Communi
3260 EAST B AVE, Plainwell, MI 49080
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Life Care Ceners Of Plainwell
320 Brigham St, Plainwell, MI 49080
"Welcome to Life Care Center of Plainwell! Skilled nursing residents experience first-class service as a daily focus in everything Life Care..."
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Great Lakes Reg Care #5
126 North Division, Battle Creek, MI 49017
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1404 Territorial Rd W, Battle Creek, MI 49015
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Morrell'S Family Home
1212 110Th Ave, Martin, MI 49070
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The Laurels of Sandy Creek
425 E Elm St, Wayland, MI 49348
"Welcome to The Laurels of Sandy Creek! The Laurels of Sandy Creek is a modern, 83-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in p..."
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30895 King Rd., Leonidas, MI 49066
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READ MOREAllegan Senior Residences
330 Trowbridge St, Allegan, MI 49010
"Allegan Senior Residences is located in the small city of Allegan, Michigan. Seniors can reap the benefits of living in a tight-knit residen..."
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245 E. Michigan Avenue, Three Rivers, MI 49093
"Adult Foster Care (AFC) homes are residential settings that provide 24-hour personal care, protection, and supervision for individuals who a..."
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128 Eastway Place, Battle Creek, MI 49015
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Grace Healthcare of Three Rivers
55378 Wilbur Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093
"Welcome to Grace Healthcare of Three Rivers! Knowing that positive leadership improves attitudes and results in stronger work ethic, our ex..."
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402 West Street, Three Rivers, MI 49093
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Kalamazoo's assisted living residences charge about $5,253 per month, making them moderately priced compared to nearby cities per Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. To the east, Battle Creek represents the higher end of the cost spectrum, with local communities charging about $11,072 per month. The southern city of Monroe features lower prices of around $3,850, underlining Michigan's wide price range.
Kalamazoo
$5,253
Michigan
$5,050
United States
$5,350
Battle Creek
$11,072
Monroe
$3,850
Niles
$6,400
Grand Rapids
$5,500
Paying for Assisted Living in Kalamazoo
Seniors in Kalamazoo’s assisted living facilities spend an average of $4,350 a month on their care, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021. Across the state, most seniors spend about $100 less each month on assisted living while seniors across the country spend about $150 more.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kalamazoo
Michigan provides personal care services through the Medicaid State Plan, which covers homes for the aged. It also provides an optional state supplement for supplemental security income recipients who reside in a home for the aged that limits room and board charges.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living ranks as Kalamazoo's lowest-priced senior care option. At roughly $5,253 per month, the service costs $4,024 less than nursing home care and $1,039 less than home health care. In-home care is closer in price to assisted living, but it's still approximately $848 more per month.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,292
Assisted Living Facility
$5,253
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,277
Free Assisted Living Resources in Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo residents in assisted living facilities have access to multiple low-cost and free services that can help connect them with socialization opportunities, protect their rights and plan for long-term care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo County Veterans Service Office | (269) 373-5361 | At the Kalamazoo County Veterans Service Office, former members of the armed forces can receive assistance learning about their pension benefits and filing claims with the VA. The office also offers veterans a variety of healthcare services and financial aid for emergencies. |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | (269) 381-9750 | The Ecumenical Senior Center is a conveniently located gathering place where Kalamazoo's older adults can join other seniors to play games, participate in classes and dine together during congregate meals. The senior center also has spiritual activities such as Bible studies and it regularly organizes outings around town. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (269) 382-0515 | Through the R.S.V.P., Kalamazoo's older adults can use some of the skills they've learned over their careers or learn new ones to improve their community. The program has volunteer opportunities for a variety of organizations, ensuring seniors of all backgrounds can contribute. |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program exists to ensure residents of assisted living and other senior care facilities receive quality care with the freedom to exercise their rights. Volunteers and workers in the program assist families in researching senior care facilities by pulling up communities' inspection records and past citations, and when seniors become residents, the same volunteers can investigate and resolve issues that may arise. |
| Kalamazoo County Older Adult Services Division | (269) 373-5173 | Serving as the Area Agency on Aging, the Kalamazoo County Older Adult Services Division manages several programs that can make living at home easier for seniors. Home delivered meals, caregiver assistance, transportation and insurance counseling are just a few of the programs seniors can connect with through the agency. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Jenna
4.0
Review of Provision Living at Oshtemo
I went to Provision Living at Oshtemo. The general manager of the facility had wonderful pieces of advice to give, things that I hadn't considered. She was very helpful. It was a very nice...
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Sue18
2.0
Review of Provision Living at Oshtemo
I toured Provision Living at Oshtemo. I was not impressed at all. It was like a nursing home room. It was a very small studio. There was a refrigerator and mom could bring a microwave, but that was...
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Reviewer#RD 0103e
5.0
Review of Provision Living at Oshtemo
Provision Living at Oshtemo is new. It has nice wide halls and lots of light. It's just more open and it feels less institutional. I saw activities going on. I saw some singing going on and some...
