Assisted Living Communities in Plainwell, Michigan
Plainwell sits in Allegan County, 10 miles north of Kalamazoo, offering access to major roadways, such as US 131 and M-43, as well as 61 assisted living communities. Based on a recent cost analysis, facilities in this region typically charge around $5,253 per month, which runs a little higher than the Michigan median of $5,050 but below the national norm of $5,350.
In the following guide, you can review 360 reviews testimonials of local assisted living facilities to learn more about their quality and amenities. According to consumers, these facilities earn an average satisfaction score of 3.7 out of 5 stars stars.
"I'm not sure why there aren't any recent photos; this place was entirely remodeled.
The new owner really impresses me how he is personally involved in everything...."
"The staff was nice and very proactive with the resources they had. some places Ive seen the staff members are rude and just want your money, this place is different.
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"We did a tour of Heritage Community of Kalamazoo. I liked that the staff was readily available to explain how a continuum of care investment was a good fit for our family. They have a lot of dining options and socially active living for independent l..."
"I toured Beacon Pointe Richland for my father-in-law. It's very nice, new, and clean. The room is very nice as well. The staff was all very friendly and pleasant to deal with. We looked at the menu and they had a wide variety of options. It was nice...."
"My dad moved to Lakeview Assisted Living. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and efficient. The facility is clean. It's decorated nicely. Some of the food has not been to my dad's liking. They have a bunch of different activities, but he has not us..."
"We toured White Oaks. What I liked about it was that it was very busy. There were lots of people around, residents, and staff. Kathy is the one who took me on the tour and she did a great job answering questions. She followed up as well. For the acti..."
"The people and care are the reasons we picked Wyndham West and Directors Hall for my parents. They interacted with Mom, brought her coffee every day, helped her with daily routines and genuinely enjoyed talking with her. You could tell they cared f..."
"We really liked The Heritage Assisted Living Community. It was nice and clean. The people seemed really nice. We just met the woman that was showing us around. There wasn't anything I didn't like about it. Everything was light, airy, and clean. The r..."
"I toured The Oaks at Byron Center. I liked that the staff was friendly, and there was a lot of staff members out and about helping the residents. I liked that it was clean and friendly. They offer so many services. If you have a slip-and-fall and bre..."
"My dad moved to Carveth Village. So far I've had a good experience with this community. The staff has been very helpful. They've been very friendly and encouraging to him. He is loving it there. They'd bend over backward to help us. I have not tried ..."
"I thought this assisted living center was wonderful. My grandmother was there for a couple of years and it was the best place for her. She loved it and I loved that she did. We were afraid at first but once we met the staff they were great. They took..."
"This is a very caring continuing care community. The well trained staff is attentive professional , experienced and helpful. There is a desired level of privacy At the same time there is reassurance that , if asked, help is available right here. Am..."
"Words cannot truly express the gratitude that our family holds for Valerie and the the entire staff at Barn Swallow Manor for the exceptional care provided to my Grandmother over the last two and half years, especially during her last few months.
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"We chose Diana's Care LLC for my grandma, and she already moved in. It's been great so far, it's a small community, and they only have nine other people. She likes it, the people who work there are very caring and kind, her room is a good size, and w..."
"We put my father-in-law at Park Village Pines and the only reason we picked it was because it's closer to our house. The care is very good. His room is an adequate size, clean, and very nice. The food seems to be fairly nice. The staff is very caring..."
"Friendship Village Kalamazoo was very nice. They had a lot of amenities. They just were very helpful, and it looked like a nice place.
It was a big facility, so the people in memory care, obviously, would be more restricted to what they can do. I..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows the median cost of assisted living in Plainwell hovers near $5,253 per month. Although this outpaces Michigan’s norm of $5,050, it falls a little below the national median of $5,350 and offers savings over costs in nearby cities. For example, in Niles, seniors pay about $6,400, and in Battle Creek, rates run even higher at approximately $11,072.
Plainwell
$5,253
Michigan
$5,050
The United States
$5,350
Battle Creek
$11,072
Niles
$6,400
Grand Rapids
$5,500
Lansing
$4,733
Paying for Assisted Living in Plainwell, MI
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Plainwell
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.
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 facilities in Plainwell charge around $5,253 per month, which trends well below the costs of other senior care solutions in the region. For example, in-home care agencies charge about $850 more, and seniors pay roughly $6,292 for home health care. Additionally, nursing home care costs thousands of dollars more, at approximately $9,277 for semi-private accommodations.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,292
Assisted Living Facility
$5,253
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$9,277
Note: Since data for Plainwell is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Kalamazoo, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Plainwell
Seniors in Plainwell who are looking for services and programs that help them remain healthy and active can find several free resources offering services from transportation to legal assistance.
The AAAWM provides information about programs, services and housing options to seniors in nine counties, including Allegan County. The agency works with a statewide network of more than 1,200 service providers, including state agencies, county commissions on aging and local senior citizen centers.
MLTCOP strives to improve the quality of care and quality of life of residents in licensed long-term care facilities, including assisted living. Trained ombudsmen advocate for residents and help them resolve any concerns or questions they have about these facilities.
Community Action of Allegan County provides senior services to residents aged 60 or older who meet income eligibility. It offers nutrition programs, medical benefits assistance, volunteer opportunities and outreach, information and referrals. Community Action also provides senior transportation throughout the county to medical or legal appointments, nutrition programs and other necessary outings. Transportation must be scheduled in advance and is based on availability.
Senior Services is committed to helping seniors in Allegan County remain independent by providing necessary support. Programs include personal emergency response systems, nutrition programs, senior transportation and outreach and assistance. Senior Services offers volunteer opportunities and elder abuse presentations.
Legal Aid of Western Michigan’s Holland Office supplies free legal help to seniors in Allegan County. The organization helps when legal problems threaten a senior’s basic living needs, such as housing, income security, food security, access to health care and protection from domestic violence. Attorneys at the nonprofit law office only handle civil matters, not criminal matters. They negotiate settlements and provide counsel, advice and representation in court and administrative hearings.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Plainwell
Plainwell-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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Review of Stanford Lodge of Plainwell
We toured Stanford Lodge of Plainwell. They gave us a tour to show us the rooms and stuff. They took us through and gave us the pricing and everything. There were nice rooms but they were so small....
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Life Care Center of Plainwell
My friend is currently at Life Care Center of Plainwell, and we are very happy with it. The staff is very attentive. They answer any questions. They're very caring and helpful. They have...
My mom is 90 years old and she needed immediate assistance. I needed an assisted living facility that fit my budget and included range of services. I was glad that Stanford was one stop Shop and...