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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Detroit, MI

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If your loved one needs memory care in Detroit, A Place for Mom can help. With 33 memory care facilities in Detroit, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Detroit incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Detroit memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Detroit, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Riverdale, Oak Grove and South of Six.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Sterling Heights, Livonia and Canton.

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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.
5 star
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4 star
13%
3 star
0%
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13%
1 star
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I think that her experience is pretty typical. She is almost 93 and the care that she is getting is really good. They have an exercise class daily. They have some art projects. They have some gardening but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
St. Anne’s Mead Senior Community is an assisted living community located in Southfield, Michigan, located in Oakland County and home to just over 71,000 people. Southfield is a growing city with a few skyscrapers and businesses. Residents will enjoy having access to great area shopping, sporting...
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Cost of memory care in Detroit, MI

The average cost of senior living in Detroit is $5,175 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grosse Pointe, MI with an average of $4,388 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Detroit, MI vs. nearby cities

Detroit, MI
$5,175/mo
$5,159/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Detroit, MI vs. the state and national average

Detroit, MI
$5,175/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Detroit vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,175/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Detroit, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$2,200/mo
Studio
$3,653/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,890/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,550/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Detroit

Recent reviews for memory care in Detroit

Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Hampton Manor of Commerce in Commerce Charter Twp, MI

5.0
I toured last week! Such a beautiful building! Its brand new and the Administrator [name removed] is informed and friendly! Highly suggest this place!!

Royal Oak House Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0
I thought that Royal Oak House did a really good job with my dad. It is a smaller facility so we really got to know all of the staff members and vice versa. They were all very friendly and attentive.

Detroit review score based on 39 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 24 Detroit memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Detroit review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Detroit review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Detroit, MI24 facilities
7.4
Highland Park, MI34 facilities
7.9
Hamtramck, MI34 facilities

Review subcategories for Detroit memory care

When memory care 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 39 reviews of 24 Detroit memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Detroit resident and family memory care 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.
Detroit, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Detroit memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Detroit memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Detroit, 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 Detroit memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Detroit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.3%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Detroit memory care

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 Detroit Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Detroit memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Detroit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Detroit memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Detroit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
32.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Detroit memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Detroit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Detroit, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
41.4%
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Related senior services in Detroit, Michigan

In Detroit, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Detroit is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Detroit include a public bus service operated by the Detroit Department of Transportation. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Detroit has robust biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Detroit offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Beaumont Hospital-Troy and University of Michigan Hospitals.

Detroit’s contributions to the automotive industry and formative music genres have staked the city’s claim to fame. The city offers a wide range of senior-friendly activities, from historic tours and museums to Vegas-style casinos. For outdoorsy seniors, Detroit’s Belle Isle Park is a must. This unique island park connects to the city by a bridge and features a greenhouse, a botanical garden, and an aquarium.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hutcheson Manor, The Bradford Senior Living and Sunrise on Vernier are the top-rated memory care facilities near Detroit, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 33 memory care facilities near Detroit, Michigan. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Detroit, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, The Bradford Senior Living and Sunrise of Shelby Township. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 33 memory care facilities near you in Detroit, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Detroit, Michigan, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Detroit, Michigan, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Detroit, Michigan ranges from $847 to $94000. The average Memory Care cost in Detroit, Michigan is $5,175. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Detroit, Michigan typically starts at $847. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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