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Assisted living costs in Sanford average about $4,055 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 8 communities in Sanford. Our detailed directory has 61 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Candlestone is a smaller facility that was perfect for my very private parents. Everyone we came in contact with was very supportive, friendly and caring. We would highly recommend Candlestone.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Candlestone, a Leisure Living Community in Midland, Michigan, where our residents share in life’s journey together. Our purpose is to provide high-quality assisted living and memory care that promotes the value and dignity of every person. At Candlestone, residents and family members...
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I was looking for a residence where I could be more active, meet more people, and have less responsibility. This has more than met my criteria.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specialized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most important. Don’t wait to move in; call now...
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8.5
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Midland King's has nice grounds and friendly staff members. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. It is an older building so not as spacious as some...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Gracious care in a beautiful settingKing’s Daughters Home is a beautifully designed senior living community offering assisted living in Midland, MI as well as nursing services. Since 1947, seniors and their families have trusted our devoted staff to provide attentive, holistic care in a...
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From the moment you arrive at Bickford of Midland you are greeted by amazing staff. The building is clean and festive. The staff go above and beyond to ensure that my mother and all the resident's are always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
From freshly prepared meals to an energetic social scene, Bickford ensures your loved one experiences the zest of life every day. Our caregivers, more like extended family, are there at every step, ensuring your loved one’s best possible life. Central to our ethos is the HigherPath senior health...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Olson Manor
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Our mother lived at Nottingham Place in Midland, MI during her final month of life. We regret not moving her here sooner. The care she received was wonderful, tailored specifically to her needs, and...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nottingham Place is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful modern community of Midland, Michigan. Our retirement senior living residence is designed with the special physical needs of your senior loved ones in mind, and includes memory loss, Alzheimers and dementia care. We know...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Sanford, MI

The average cost of senior living in Sanford is $4,055 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sterling, MI with an average of $2,694 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sanford, MI vs. nearby cities

Sanford, MI
$4,055/mo
$4,281/mo
$4,228/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sanford, MI vs. the state and national average

Sanford, MI
$4,055/mo
U.S. national average
$4,732/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sanford vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,055/mo
$4,163/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sanford, MI by room type

Studio
$4,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,095/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sanford over time

Sanford, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sanford, MI

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What families are saying about assisted living in Sanford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sanford

Cassaday's AFC Home in Gladwin, MI

5.0
We've been incredibly pleased with how everything has gone with Cassaday's Adult Family Care. The place is immaculate, the family that runs it is very friendly, and the care is good. They really bent over backwards to help my Mom make the space her own and help her get settled in. They let us ...
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Mt Pleasant Comfort Care in Mount Pleasant, MI

4.8
The staff are so nice and friendly! Very caring and take great care of my uncle! They are always smiling and take such good care of my auntie [name removed]! She enjoys BINGO and their BBQ days! She likes her room just wants a better view! I would recommend this building to anyone in the Mt ...
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Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

Sanford review score based on 28 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 8 Sanford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sanford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Sanford review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Sanford, MI8 facilities
8.0
Midland, MI24 facilities
5.9
Coleman, MI21 facilities

Review subcategories for Sanford assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 28 reviews of 8 Sanford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sanford resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Sanford, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
4.6
Care services
4.9
4.2
Staff
5.0
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.5
4.1
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Sanford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Sanford assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Sanford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sanford, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.5%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sanford assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Sanford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sanford, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
40.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanford assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sanford, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
35%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanford assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sanford, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanford assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Sanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sanford, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sanford

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sanford protect seniors.

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There are 8 assisted living facilities near Sanford, Michigan. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sanford, Michigan are Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care and Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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