Assisted Living Communities in Grand Haven, Michigan
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Grand Haven, MI below include 22 Assisted Living facilities with 217 reviews. On average in Grand Haven, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Grand Haven, MI and Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities in Grand Haven charge $4,828 per month for services. This is about 14% higher than the Michigan norm and 7% higher than average care costs nationwide, and it exceeds rates in most surveyed cities nearby. For example, in Kalamazoo, assisted living residents spend about 10% less on their monthly care expenses than seniors in Grand Haven, and in Niles, care costs are even more affordable at $4,200. Similarly, rates in Muskegon are about $800 lower than in Grand Haven, and seniors in Battle Creek spend about 30% less on care.
Grand Haven
$4,828
Michigan
$4,250
United States
$4,500
Muskegon
$4,013
Kalamazoo
$4,350
Battle Creek
$3,400
Niles
$4,200
Paying for Assisted Living in Grand Haven
In Grand Haven, assisted living residents pay average monthly rates of $4,828 for housing and services.
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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Grand Haven
Eligible Grand Haven seniors can find financial assistance from a number of state and federal government agencies. These include Healthy Michigan, MI Choice and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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 Grand Haven, MI
In Grand Haven, assisted living facilities charge $4,828 per month for residential care, making it a budget-friendly alternative to most other local senior care options. For example, residential care costs 13% less than in-home care and home health care, which feature a similar scope of services in the individual’s home but don’t include living costs. Nursing home care, which includes 24-hour medical support and monitoring, is roughly double the cost of assisted living at $9,405. Only adult day health care, which doesn’t include housing, is more budget-friendly at $2,221.
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In-Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$5,529
Adult Day Health Care
$2,221
Assisted Living Facility
$4,828
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,405
Note: Data for Grand Haven was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Grand Rapids, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Grand Haven
Grand Haven and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Grand Haven, please visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Grand Haven
Assisted living facilities in Grand Haven are officially licensed as adult foster care homes or homes for the aged through the Bureau of Community and Health Systems. This agency enforces rules related to care planning, staffing and services through an initial licensing process and routine inspections. It also conducts background checks on caregivers and follows up on complaints.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Grand Haven
- In Grand Haven, assisted living residents don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits. While Michigan taxes other forms of retirement income, the state offers age-based deductions to reduce what seniors owe in taxes for pension income and disbursements from retirement accounts.
- Seniors in Grand Haven can supplement assisted living transportation services with volunteer-based services through the Four Pointes Center for Successful Aging. Through this nonprofit organization, seniors can arrange transportation for medical and legal appointments. Income-qualifying individuals can also get Harbor Transit passes at a discounted rate.
- Health care costs in Grand Haven come in about 10% below national norms, making the city a practical option for prospective assisted living residents managing chronic health conditions. Additionally, the city supports access to medical support through Trinity Health Grand Haven, a hospital that provides urgent and emergency care, orthopedics and palliative care. Â
- The overall cost of living in Grand Haven is a little higher than the state average but economical compared to the nation as a whole, which may benefit those moving to the city for assisted living from outside of Michigan. On a 100-point index based on national norms, the city scores 95, which may correlate with competitive assisted living costs.
- Crime is comparatively rare in Grand Haven, fostering the welcoming environment many prospective assisted living residents are seeking. On a 100-point scale, the city scores 16.6 for violent crime and 31 for property-related offenses. National respective norms are a little higher at 22.7 and 35.4.
- Summers in Grand Haven are mild with minimal humidity, promoting an active lifestyle for retirees. Daytime highs range from 76 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and there’s little noticeable humidity outside of August. Winters are cold with daytime temperatures around 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit, but fortunately, many assisted living facilities offer individual climate controls in residents’ rooms to support year-round comfort.
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Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Grand Haven
Grand Haven Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities 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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goatsonboats
5.0
Review of Grand Pines Assisted Living
The staff are very courteous and helpful. The food has also improved quite a bit since the hiring of a new chef. Recently, they have started having family events for the residents. The most recent...
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Sue Theune
4.0
Review of Grand Pines Assisted Living
Nice selection of rooms. Very roomy. Nice variety of meals that taste good. Staff is very nice.
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Patty Westfield
5.0
Review of Grand Pines Assisted Living
Grand Pines is a great place for my mom to call home. The staff are kind, caring and friendly. They take good care of her needs. The food is very good. I sometimes have a meal there with her. The...