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.
61 Results
298 Kay Lane, Wayland, MI 49348
3.6
(3 reviews)
"My aunt is at Green Acres of Wayland. We chose it because of location and word of mouth. Her room is very nice and was the largest we saw. It has a separate bedroom, a microwave, and refrigerator. The staff is excellent. I can't complain one bit. She..."
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7818 Kenmure Drive, Portage, MI 49024
3.5
(7 reviews)
"My mother-in law is a resident at Fountain view, she is very happy and really loves the staff. Ms. White is very professional as well as her staff. They keep us informed on everything that is going on with my mother. We can call and ask them anythi..."
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5980 Eastern SE, Kentwood, MI 49508
3.5
(6 reviews)
"I did a tour of American House Kentwood. It seems very clean and organized. The people seem very friendly, but the thing that I liked least about it was the fact that the room was very small, and it didn't have in-room bath facilities. It was a commu..."
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4222 S. Westnedge, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
3.0
(11 reviews)
"Park Place Assisted Living is wonderful. I have nothing negative to say. The staff is wonderful. The majority of my father's caretakers have been there at that particular place of employment for over 15 years. He has no complaints about the food. The..."
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2575 N. Drake Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
2.2
(5 reviews)
"Medilodge of Westwood is very kind and did a lot of work with my mom's PT and OT. They have worked with her even on the weekends for therapy. They were very kind when she would have a setback and get sent back to the hospital, they would take her bac..."
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6246 Ivanrest SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
"Harmony House is a six bed licensed specialized assisted living home for people with medical needs, brain injuries, and developmental disabi..."
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9842 Oakland Dr., Portage, MI 49024
"The staff at Hudson's Country Manor provides personalized services designed to meet the needs of every patient. The dedicated health profess..."
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2924 Crystal Lane, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
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5297 Clato Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49004
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE1212 110Th Ave, Martin, MI 49070
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
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8170 Vineyard Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE3026 Witters Ct, Portage, MI 49024
"Bethesda Ranch is an adult family home located approximately 9 miles from the center of Kalamazoo and just minutes from Sugarloaf Lake. The ..."
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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..."
READ MORE330 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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3625 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
"Welcome to Hallmark Living Kalamazoo! We pride ourselves on our ability to make every day fulfilling at Hallmark Living Kalamazoo, and we d..."
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315 N Taffee Rd, Hastings, MI 49058
"River Ridge is a six resident assisted living family home overlooking the Thornapple River in Hastings. Tall trees and wildlife offer a beau..."
READ MORE118 E Westwood Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
"Comforts of Home AFC is based in Kalamazoo, MI. Seniors can take advantage of being part of a bustling community in a central location close..."
READ MORE875 Meachem Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
READ MORE3113 Parchmount Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49004
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READ MORE305 W Cork Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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READ MOREThe 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
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.
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 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.
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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan | (888) 456-5664 | 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. |
| Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 485-9393 | 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 | (269) 673-5472 | 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. |
| Allegan County Senior Services | (877) 673-5333 | 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 | (616) 394-1380 | 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. |
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.
Assisted Living
Gerry
3.0
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....
Assisted Living
Maxine
5.0
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...
Assisted Living
Kelsey_from_Otsego
5.0
Review of Stanford Lodge of Plainwell
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...
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