Assisted Living Communities in Southfield, Michigan
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Southfield, MI below include 433 Assisted Living facilities with 2559 reviews. On average in Southfield, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.3 out of 5 stars.
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"I cannot say enough positive things about Eden House and the care my mother received there. My mom lived at Eden House for 5½ years. She had dementia and had previously resided at a higher-end memory care residence, a place that had a fancy physica..."
"Aspen Assisted Living is a new facility. The people who take care of the residents personally try to know everything about the way they live at home, so that they can cater to what they really need. They're trying their best because my uncle is reall..."
"My mother moved into Waltz Manor. Its a small house, like an adult foster home, with three residents. Its beautiful and well taken care of. There were not a lot of activities other than watching TV and interacting with other residents. The food is ..."
"We're very satisfied with Pleasantry Living; we haven't had any problems. My sister is comfortable and happy there. They have little outings where they go out to the mall or parks, they play cards, and so on. She has a roommate and her room is spacio..."
"My mother has been there for a few months,I live in Arizona and its hard for me to visit as much as Id like too,But my daughter sees her when she can. The people at scenic manor do everything they can to make sure she's well taken care of ,And for th..."
"I have placed several of my clients and their loved ones in both Edgewood Senior Homes in Commerce and Farmington Hills. Their loving and caring staff is outstanding with their care and attention to detail. Stacie and her staff go above and beyond w..."
"The staff provides loving and compassionate care. This is a lovely home/ facility. The staff makes it easy to communicate with and visit our loved one...."
"I think that Common Ground Sanctuary is an excellent choice for placement for someone that is seeking placement for a friend or a family member that prefers to live in a Micro-Community; Group Home or Assisted Living facility. While there I noticed ..."
"After visiting over 10 Facilities with no luck, we were pleased when we finally came across this one. The facility was very clean and the staff were very welcoming. The rooms were very nice. They really treated my father like family and communica..."
"We looked at Cedarbrook of Bloomfield Hills assisted living. The place is very nice and very clean. The people are very helpful. I like the fact that they have all these programs to keep their minds going. The staff is nice and helpful. The rooms I s..."
"House of Grace was brand new and very beautiful. They've got very courteous staff. My only concern was the price. The staff was knowledgeable and very accommodating. It's a townhouse, so they don't have a game room other than the living room. They ha..."
"My parents will be moving to Westwood Inn; it's perfect. The facility is a perfect size, a 2-bedroom 2-bath, small kitchen, and living room. They get care if they need it or when they need it, and their meals are prepared. It was very clean. With the..."
"My brother was at Michigan House. It's brand new. They opened in October of last year. It wasn't a good experience. The place was very nice, the cost was very reasonable, and it was absolutely beautiful; however, there weren't enough people there, w..."
"My mom has been at Daisy Caring Hands Assisted Living. It's wonderful, it's a small place. They're very hands on, very clean, very nice people, and it seems like they really care. I've had no issues with them whatsoever. They offer everything. They t..."
"My mother moved into Genesis Adult Foster Care Home, but she was hospitalized after. I chose them because it seemed like my mother would be getting the one-on-one care there that she needed. Its set up like a home for people that need assisted livin..."
"My sister moved to Golden Pines Senior Living-Daley Home and so far everything seems to be excellent. The care is excellent and they've gone way beyond what would normal care be. I like the owners' dedication to the residents and they have nice singl..."
"Gram's Place was excellent. It's a family run business, which we loved. The people were very kind to all of the residents, were very caring, they made homemade meals, they did special treats for them whatever they wanted, they did special activities ..."
"I think that Community choice Assisted Living facility is an excellent choice for placement for someone who is looking for placement for a friend or a family member. Community choice is a very nice and clean facility very contemporary environments ..."
"Mendelson Home is where our mother resides and has been there for over 2 years now. The RN’s, CNA’s and Caregivers are exceptional. The constant open communication about the well being of my mother is consistent. She has made friends at Mendelson ..."
"i am glad, that my mom lives in this facility. Very professional management, very compassionate and friendly staff, home-like. environment.
exellent, very convenient location.I feel very comfortable and relaxed, that my mom is there.
highly recommend..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Southfield, MI and Nearby Cities
Southfield is one of the most expensive cities in Michigan for assisted living services, with monthly fees coming in at $4,750. Even so, some surveyed cities have pricier care, including Monroe, where rates are about $350 higher at $5,100 per month, and Ann Arbor, which has the highest rates in the state at $5,590. Those seeking more economical care may find competitive rates in the Kalamazoo area, where facilities charge $3,950 per month, or Bay City, where fees are the lowest in Michigan at $3,000.
Southfield
$4,750
Michigan
$4,200
The United States
$4,300
Kalamazoo Area
$3,950
Ann Arbor
$5,590
Bay City
$3,000
Monroe
$5,100
Paying for Assisted Living in Southfield
Assisted living facilities in Southfield charge $4,750 per month for care. This is several hundred dollars higher than the state median of $4,200 and the national average of $4,300.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Southfield
Seniors in Michigan can apply to the Medicaid program to help them manage with the costs of their assisted living community. Seniors can also utilize the Health Link program to help with other expenses that they incur.
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 Southfield, MI
Assisted living is among the more affordable senior care types in the Southfield region, with older adults paying $4,750 per month for services. Homemaker services offer a comparable scope of care in the individual’s own home and are slightly costlier at $4,767. Home health aide services also include skilled nursing and cost $4,957 per month. Nursing homes, which provide around-the-clock care and monitoring, charge $8,821 per month for shared rooms and $10,646 for private rooms. Adult day health care is the cheapest senior care option at $1,733 per month.
Homemaker Services
$4,767
Home Health Aide
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,821
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,646
Free Assisted Living Resources in Southfield
Older adults researching assisted living options in Southfield have the support of several local agencies and programs. The following resources offer guidance on issues related to senior care, including options for paying for services and how to resolve problems in assisted living facilities.
The local Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that administers a broad range of services to those aged 60 and over in Southfield and the surrounding region. It has an Information and Assistance phone line that is staffed by live agents who help seniors and families obtain services in the community. It also administers the state’s Medicare and Medicaid Assistance Program, which provides free, unbiased guidance and assistance with understanding Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care insurance.
The county’s Veterans Services Office advocates on behalf of local veterans and their families and helps them obtain the services and benefits they’re entitled to. Through this local office, which is situated about 15 miles north of Southfield in Pontiac, veterans are screened for benefits and get help with applying for pension programs, disability compensation and the Aid and Attendance Benefit, which can help them pay for local assisted living services.
The statewide Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program operates on assisted living residents’ behalf and ensures that they receive high-quality care. The ombudsman helps seniors research local assisted living facilities and discusses public benefits that may pay for their care, such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid. The ombudsman also ensures that residents understand their rights and obtain all the services in their care plans.
Lakeshore Legal Aid is a local nonprofit agency staffed with legal professionals that specialize in civil legal matters. At the Southfield office, older adults get one-on-one help with resolving issues related to public benefits, such as denied Medicaid claims, canceled Medicare policies or Social Security overpayment. The agency also helps resolve problems related to the quality of care and intake or discharge procedures in assisted living facilities.
The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program provides volunteer opportunities for those aged 55 and over in Southfield and the surrounding region. Volunteers serve in local schools, museums, performing arts venues, hospitals and senior centers in exchange for supplemental liability insurance, transportation reimbursement and invitations to recognition events.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Southfield
Southfield-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.
The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Southfield is 154, which is below the national average of 323.
There is heavy traffic congestion with a below average crash rate of 7.
At $1,207, the average cost of housing in Southfield is below the nationwide average of $1,442
Southfield offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.47.
In Southfield, 57.2% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is below the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 1 local transit vehicles per hour. This is less than the national average of 8.
Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 70.7% in Southfield – this is lower the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 146 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is more the national average of 82.
According to Caring.com’s 2022 Senior Living Report which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Southfield ranked in the middle of the pack. It’s overall rank was 194th, and it scored the best in Quality Of Life, while it’s lowest score was for Senior Living & Housing.
In Southfield, the number of parks is less than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is above the average.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Kimberly
5.0
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Franklin Terrace Apartments
Great experience with new care team in the building. Some good changes has been done, EZ Living staff are always professional and kind to us. The community is small and friendly. Very happy with my...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Park at Franklin Senior Living
My mother moved into Park at Franklin Senior Living, and she's been there for about a month now. I like it. I got a room close to the nurse because she has dementia, so the nurse can see her coming...
I had an in-person tour of Park at Franklin Senior Living. I like the amenities the best. The place is very clean. The residents were friendly, and the staff I came in contact with was friendly....