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Assisted living costs in Traverse City average about $3,541 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 28 communities in Traverse City. Our detailed directory has 35 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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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.
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.
Autumn House of Williamsburg is a unique community of independent apartments, nestled on ten private acres of beautiful woodlands. The physical environment provides beauty, privacy and gracious living.Visit us today for a tour!
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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.
Situated just steps away from beautiful Torch Lake, South Torch Assisted Living is a small town state licensed assisted living facility that has been caring for residents since July 1, 2019. The building was built in 2001 and renovated and expanded in 2018. Our building features large private...
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My Mom and Dad stayed at Traverse Manor for almost 10 years, with my Dad passing first about 7 years ago. Many times they shared “this is the best place for us to be” through a series of family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Traverse ManorFind a relaxing, welcoming place to call home at Traverse Manor, located in Traverse City, Michigan, a modern, well-cared for assisted living community. We’re located just minutes from the big city but far enough away that you’ll enjoy a beautiful, nature filled environment on our...
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We are so incredibly grateful for the care that our parents receive through the loving staff of the Highlander building. Just last night I walked in to say goodnight to my mom right as [name removed] was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Imagine retirement living on the beautiful shores of Boardman Lake near the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Wake every morning to the peaceful sounds of water and woodlands. Watch the swans drifting slowly across the lake. Hear song birds in the trees. Take a stroll on the Boardman Lake Trail...
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Brigadoon only offers assisted living. They had a lot of nice people working there, a few that weren't but most were nice. The cost of Brigadoon is high for the area, we were paying close to $8000 a month....
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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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Peace of mind is what our family has received since both of our parents became residents @ Bay Ridge. The staff has been wonderful. Both parents are in a safe, clean compassionate place. I can't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living*Must be 55 years of age or older*Affordable rental available*Basic monthly rental package*Includes transportation*Cable tv, social programs*24 hour emergency responseAssisted Living*Age requirement is 60 years old*24 hour / 7 days a week*Caring competent staff around the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Lodge for Men, this six bed memory care home nestled among the scenic hardwoods of Traverse City has a decor that is fully masculine, mimicking the warm and rustic feel of a fishing cabin. The spacious bedrooms with attached full bathrooms are enhanced with a wildlife theme. The lodge features...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Pretty in Pink, decorated with a bird theme and a feminine decor, Cherry Hill Haven II is a 10 bed home exclusively for women with cognitive impairments. The activities that most delight the ladies are word games and David on keyboard for sing-a-longs. The staff build trusting relationships with...
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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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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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We were so happy when a place came open at Culver Meadows for our Dad in the [date removed]. Dad's advancing dementia made it no longer safe for him to live at home. Culver Meadows' peaceful setting and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
We at Culver Meadows AFC strive to make all residents feel like family, our goal is to give the best quality of care possible to all who enter our home. Our staff are well trained to provide all levels of care as needed on an individual basis.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Nestled with Care, this six bed memory care home is a bird lovers paradise. It features a theme of feathered friends, including bird feeders outside of every bedroom to attract birds of all species. The enclosed deck allows residents to encounter nature up close and gives the opportunity to enjoy...
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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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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Finding the best place to call home for yourself or a loved one can be a stressful overwhelming decision. At Morgan's Assisted Living we are open to accommodating personal need and wants on an individual level. We offer comfort and care from a family perspective. Morgan's Assisted Living is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska provides senior care exclusively for people suffering from AlzheimerÆs disease or dementia. The 12-bed facility has a relaxed country setting just outside the Village of Kalkaska, Michigan. Kalkaska has three major events each year; the WinterFest in January; the...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Traverse City, MI
The average cost of senior living in Traverse City is $3,541 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Manton, MI with an average of $3,307 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Traverse City, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Traverse City, MI by room type
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Traverse City, MI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Traverse City
Recent reviews for assisted living in Traverse City
Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI
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They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.
Traverse City assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Traverse City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Traverse City, 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 Traverse City 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 Traverse City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
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Home care agency on-site
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Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Traverse City 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 Traverse City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
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32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Traverse City 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 Traverse City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Traverse City, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
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37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Traverse City 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 Traverse City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Traverse City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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42.5%
Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Traverse City 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 Traverse City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Traverse City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
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46.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15%
35.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
15%
47%
Dances
Dances
5%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
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State regulations for assisted living in Traverse City
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 Traverse City protect seniors.
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Traverse Manor, Southridge Assisted Living and Autumn House of Williamsburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Traverse City, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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