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Assisted Living Communities in Lapeer, Michigan

Situated in the eastern part of Michigan, Lapeer lies approximately one hour’s drive from both Detroit and the shore of Lake Huron. The region boasts 100 assisted living homes, accounting for those in the city proper and nearby areas. Standard assisted living fees in Lapeer run $4,250 monthly in 2024, lower than the state and national norms of $5,050 and $5,350, respectively.

Lapeer’s assisted living neighborhoods have an average score of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars, and you can compare 394 reviews community reviews in our following guide. 

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Lapeer, MI and Nearby Cities

Statewide, Lapeer lies toward the lower end of the cost spectrum for assisted living, according to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. Rates run $750 higher in Saginaw and $1,699 higher in Detroit. Munroe offers Michigan’s lowest median price of $3,850, a moderate savings compared with Lapeer. On the other hand, Battle Creek has the highest mid-point fee; seniors here pay about $6,822 more than their contemporaries in Lapeer. 

Lapeer

$4,250

Michigan

$5,050

United States

$5,350

Detroit

$5,949

Saginaw

$5,000

Battle Creek

$11,072

Monroe

$3,850

Paying for Assisted Living in Lapeer

The average cost of assisted living in Lapeer is $3,669 according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. The state and national medians are substantially higher at $4,200 and $4,300, respectively. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lapeer

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 Living in Lapeer, MI

In Lapeer, assisted living represents the most budget-friendly choice for long-term senior care. At about $4,250 monthly, it costs substantially less than nursing home care. The city’s nursing facilities typically charge $10,798 for a semi-private room, more than double the price of assisted living. In-home care and home health care agencies also charge more than residential assisted living communities, with monthly increases of about $1,470 and $2,042, respectively.   

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$6,292

Assisted Living Facility

$4,250

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,798

Note: Since data for Lapeer is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Flint, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lapeer

Lapeer has various programs in place to help seniors receive the support they need and stay active and connected to their community. Both local government and nonprofit organizations administer programs to assist seniors with accessing benefits, understanding their health coverage options and staying engaged through volunteerism. 

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Lapeer County Department of Veterans' Affairs(810) 667-0256Staff at the Lapeer County Department of Veterans' Affairs is available to assist senior veterans and their family members with understanding the benefits they're entitled to and completing and filing applications. Veterans may be eligible for financial assistance programs such as disability compensation, VA pensions and supplemental pension payments through the Aid and Attendance program, which may help cover some of the costs associated with assisted living.
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program(800) 803-7174MMAP is the state health insurance assistance program that provides eligible seniors with free health benefit counseling. Trained volunteers walk seniors through their various Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, prescription drug plan options, explaining the possible out-of-pocket costs associated with each type of insurance. Seniors can also learn whether they qualify for Medicaid and Medicare Savings Programs and how to guard against scams and Medicare fraud.
City of Lapeer Volunteer Opportunities(810) 664-2902Seniors who want to stay active in the community and enjoy gardening can sign up to participate in Lapeer's annual volunteer beautification efforts in the city's parks and other public green spaces. Applications are available on the municipal website.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lapeer

Lapeer-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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Janine B

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Devonshire Retirement Village

The staff is very friendly and encouraging, the rooms are clean and fairly spacious, there are many opportunities for socializing through anctivities, and there is a good variety of nutritious...

Provider response

Hi Janine, It's great to hear you've had a good experience with our team and you're finding socialization opportunities! We always encourage our residents to get involved in the many activities and...

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dyl_jen

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Devonshire Retirement Village

Experienced staff with a wonderful living environment. All seems to be organized and overall my mom seems to be happy. Definitely the best place to live in the Lapeer Area.

Provider response

Hello, Thank you for your review! We love hearing that your mom is happy at Devonshire. That's always our goal!

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Minty

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Devonshire Retirement Village

I will try to be brief. The staff were amazing. The place is quite clean and tidy. I think the meals, what I, and other family members experienced, were a bit disappponting. The portions were...

Provider response

Hello, Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We're thrilled you had a positive experience with our exceptional team and found our community clean and well-maintained. In response...

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