Memory Care Communities in Rochester Hills, Michigan

At $5,269 monthly, Rochester Hills is one of Michigan's cheaper locations for memory care, reflected by the state average of $5,313. It's also less expensive than the national average of $5,625. However, some cities in Michigan offer more competitive prices, such as Battle Creek, which averages $4,250, and Muskegon, costing $5,016. Grand Rapids is much more expensive at $6,035, while Monroe is one of the most expensive cities overall at $6,313.

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care has an average monthly cost of $5,269 in Rochester Hills.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Michigan page.

Seniors with early symptoms of Alzheimer's may not need intensive care immediately. Other types of care are often much cheaper, such as adult day health care, which costs $1,430 and can supplement family caregivers. Assisted living, averaging $4,215, can also be a good alternative for seniors only requiring help with daily activities. In-home care costs $5,720 per month for personal care and light housekeeping, and home health care costs the same for nursing and medical care. Nursing homes average $8,882, making them substantially more expensive than memory care.

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs regulates memory care facilities in Rochester Hills and the rest of Michigan. The agency licenses facilities, performs inspections and reviews them regularly to ensure providers meet the minimum quality standards for staff training, food service and resident safety.

 

• Rochester Hills has low crime rates, which can help put families' minds at ease. When measured on a 100-point scale, violent crime comes in at 8.9 for the city, which is much lower than the national average of 22.7. Property crimes rank at 15.7 — less than half the U.S. average of 35.4. Additionally, memory care facilities typically have 24/7 staffing and extra security features that can further improve safety for residents.
• Rochester Hills has a fairly mild climate. The average low temperature in January is 15.7 degrees, which is just below the national average of 21.7 degrees, and the region also experiences 5 more inches of snow annually. However, while winters are slightly colder than average, summers are also a little cooler, with typical high temperatures 3.5‬ degrees below the national average, helping seniors stay cool throughout the warm season.
• Health care is highly accessible and affordable in Rochester Hills. Costs are 17.3‬% less than the national average, and the city has 454 physicians per 100,000 people, compared to 210 on average across the nation. These qualities can make the city ideal for seniors with health conditions requiring ongoing treatment.
• Air quality varies in Rochester Hills but generally falls into the good or moderate U.S. Air Quality Index categories. Seniors sensitive to air quality changes can stay comfortable by wearing masks outdoors, closing windows and running an air purifier. 
• Rochester Hills has a relatively high cost of living. When measured on a 100-point index (where the U.S. average is 100), the city's overall cost of living is 112.7, with transportation at 119.3 and entertainment at 125.1. However, most expenses are usually included in the monthly fees for a memory care facility, limiting the need to buy anything extra.
• Rochester Hills is home to the Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital — recognized as one of the best hospitals for coronary interventions in the United States. As a full-service hospital, it provides access to many types of care without extensive travel.