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If your loved one needs memory care in Grand Rapids, A Place for Mom can help. With 51 memory care facilities in Grand Rapids, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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9.8
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I couldn’t have found a better place for my mom. She is happy there, and has been able to keep her dog, which has been so important to her. Everyone is so helpful and kind. Cascade Trails made some of the...
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 Cascade Trails, a Leisure Living Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living,...
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8.8
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59 reviews
8.8
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Had a couple issues with the staff, but the director took care of the issues. My aunt has adjusted to the change, which is hard for her, any change. The staff all know her. The dining room/kitchen staff all...
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.
Addington Place of Grand Rapids is located on a beautiful campus offering supported independent living, assisted living and memory care assisted living. Nestled in a quiet, country setting in southern Kent County, Addington Place is conviently located. The campus is dedicated to enriching and...
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115 reviews
8.2
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115 reviews
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[name removed] and [name removed] were super friendly and helpful. They really bent over backwards for our family, helping the transition go as smoothly as possible.
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.
Whispering Woods Retirement Village offers a magnificent combination of assisted living continuum of care options from Independent Living Suites and apartments to its Memory Lane remembrance village where Alzheimer's residents can stroll through safe and secure memorial gardens, and enjoy their...
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She states the food is adequate, but she does not leave the dinner table hungry. Very tired of green beans and chicken. For the most part, the staff seems very friendly. I don't like the fact that I don't...
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.
The Cortland Riverside Gardens, proudly part of the Priority Life Care network, is a distinguished assisted living community nestled in the vibrant heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan. This community is dedicated to offering seniors a supportive and independent lifestyle, complemented by the...
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My mother is well cared for. The food is healthy, she is always dry and clean (briefs and clothes), people are friendly and kind, someone is always available to talk to you, and she gets redirected and seems...
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.
Finding a senior living team in Grand Rapids and West Michigan that you can trust is challenging. Here at Care Cardinal, our qualified teams treat your family like our family. After all, it doesn't take long before they become our family too.Unlike traditional senior assisted living or senior...
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Being an assisted living facility, it doesn't totally meet my mother's needs because of her dementia and higher need for medical care. But she cannot afford a memory care facility. Hospice is helping with...
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.
Emerald Meadows is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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53 reviews
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[name removed] is absolutely AMAZING!!! Most of the care team are incredibly sweet, too. (We have our favorites) We like ce the event coordinator but unfortunately she is leaving. . It is 100% better than...
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.
Sunrise of Cascade is a single level, Arts and Crafts style building offering assisted living and secured memory care. We are conveniently located just East of I-96 and the 28th Street exit on Charlevoix Drive in Grand Rapids, MI. Charlevoix Drive is a quiet street but close to shopping,...
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354 reviews
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StoryPoint Rockford is home to many. Senior Living can be a difficult step in life but the staff go out of their way to provide great care with lots of love. We especially love when the therapy dogs come...
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.
At StoryPoint Rockford, we love being a part of the greater Grand Rapids area. Our community is a place where our residents can really enjoy a carefree retirement. At StoryPoint, we offer independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. We can meet each resident...
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Generally clean and well run. I found medication in my mother's purse once. I don't think they take time to see that she brushes her teeth. Very expensive. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Grand Village, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Grandville, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior living residents and sharing life’s journey together. At our community, residents and family members will find a warm and inviting environment, where we support and...
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22 Floor plans available
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Staff is kind caring and responsive. Facility is a warm atmosphere. The activities staff really keeps the residents as active as possible.
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.
WELCOME TO GRAND BROOK MEMORY CARE OF GRAND RAPIDS!Located just 15 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, our brand new Grand Brook Memory Care community comfortably accommodates 42 residents in two, small residential-style homes. Each home faces a central park that features garden and picnic areas,...
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Photo of American House Jenison
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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53 reviews
9.3
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53 reviews
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American House is a wonderful place to live. I'm impressed with how fast maintenance responds when they are needed. The kitchen employees are spectacular and the food is delicious. The deserts are out of...
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.
American House Jenison is comprised of nine buildings which include 192 independent living, assisted living and memory care apartments. 'American House is well-known for the exceptional care we provide for the residents who choose to make their home with us,' said Rob Gillette, chief operating...
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he staff takes very good care of [name removed]. He is always clean and well cared for. They are kind and friendly. [name removed] likes to joke around with them, and they love it! There are lots of...
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.
Rivertown Ridge is redefining the experience of aging! As a premier resort like community nestled in a 200 acre neighborhood surrounded by nature with amenities and services. Offering the highest quality living to both residents and families that gives the warmest home feeling.An award winning...
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1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.0
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45 reviews
7.0
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45 reviews
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Staff are helpful and my mom enjoys the activities and outings. The community is clean and the environment has a good atmosphere.
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.
Care Cardinal of Kentwood longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Care Cardinal of Kentwood is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your...
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Communication! Patience with dad and his erratic dementia behaviors. Their willingness to help him and not just "give up." Its smaller. Home like. Not fancy. A good physical setting for dad. Most difficult...
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.
We provide a small, intimate and home-like setting where staff and residents interact like family. We're rethinking and redesigning how to care for residents. The goal for this community is to provide a tailored approach to comfort our valued community member's that pledges dedicated care where...
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8.6
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I would rate "5" on every single category. From the very first contact from [name removed] in December, to every time I've gone (I live out of state), each of the staff has gone above and beyond. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Heather Hills community is the best in Michigan! Situated on 20 beautifully landscaped acres, you'll enjoy the elegance, warmth and security of a family-owned retirement community. We offer fine dining, social events, billiard rooms and more. Village care is our in-home health care agency who...
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44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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53 reviews
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The staff and everything is top notch - they are true professionals who care. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. Staff is fantastic, professional...
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.
Life flourishes at American House Wyoming. Residents enjoy an abundance of amenities including a chapel, wood shop, on-site theater, chef prepared meals and more — all incorporated into a vibrant city boulevard and town center design. American House Wyoming is where seniors can find the care they...
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The price was reasonable, and it was clean. The food is awful. The staff are friendly. Apartments are a nice size. They offer studio size and one bedroom in the assisted living section. I don't know much...
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 home to Pilgrim ManorBuilding culture and community on one campusLocated in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Pilgrim Manor offers exceptional living and amenities in a well-established and trusted assisted living and healthcare community.Live life purposefully at Pilgrim ManorFor...
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Great core staff there, but just like everywhere in the elder care industry, high turnover in the remaining staff which leads to a breakdown in communication. So, you have to stay on top of issues/advocate...
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.
The Cortland Wyoming, a distinguished member of the Priority Life Care family, stands as a beacon of assisted living excellence in Wyoming, Michigan. This community is thoughtfully designed to offer seniors both the independence they cherish and the personalized support they may require.At The...
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My dad moved from his house to the garden apartments at Porter Hills Village. He likes it and has been able to get more assistance as his needs change, even though he has stayed in the independent living...
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.
Retire to comfort, friends, activities and enjoymentNestled on 35 lush acres in Grand Rapids Township, Porter Hills Village is a friendly, vibrant community where people come to enjoy active lives free from the burdens of home maintenance and other chores. Porter Hills was founded in 1970 by a...
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I would say it is not fancy but it is comfortable and the staff are caring and friendly. So far I would definitely recommend it and it seems like a really good value. They are still making changes after the...
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.
The Cortland Northview, now a proud member of the Priority Life Care family, stands as a distinguished assisted living community nestled in the heart of Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Our community is specifically tailored for seniors who may need a little assistance to those who have with...
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We have had a great experience. Our experience would have been even better if we had an overview of the facility routines and processes during move in. For example, specific laundry, housekeeping and meal...
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.
Our BuildingProvision Living at Forest Hills is a 105-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. With both assisted living and memory care services, residents have their choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom...
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The staff members and their care services so far have been fantastic, and every time we come to visit our loved one the meals always smell amazing.
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.
Alger Heights II is a beautiful, newly remodeled Assisted Living Community located on 28th ST in Grand Rapids MI. Our cozy cottage like facility offers a homelike setting to all of our community members. Right in our backyard, you will find a comfortable seating area nestled along a wooden...
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Our loved ones stay was short but the overall experience was excellent. The staff members were super nice and they had assigned one care taker to our loved one during her stay that really took care of all of...
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.
We here at American House Kentwood endeavor to provide superb senior living services to the elderly residents of Kentwood Michigan and the surrounding areas. With this goal in mind, we offer varied room and care options set in placid, beautifully landscaped grounds. The two levels of care offered...
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We are very pleased with Story Point Grand Rapids East. The food is a huge plus from where he used to live. He loves having choices that are healthy and filling. I love the daily check in that they do just...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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9.8
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We are very pleased with Story Point Grand Rapids East. The food is a huge plus from where he used to live. He loves having choices that are healthy and filling. I love the daily check in that they do just...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Grand Rapids, MI

The average cost of senior living in Grand Rapids is $4,181 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pierson, MI with an average of $3,781 per month.

Memory care costs in Grand Rapids, MI, vs. nearby cities

Grand Rapids, MI
$4,181/mo
$4,109/mo

Memory care costs in Grand Rapids, MI, vs. state and national averages

Grand Rapids, MI
$4,181/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Memory care costs in Grand Rapids, MI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,181/mo

Memory care costs in Grand Rapids, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,924/mo
Studio
$5,026/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,336/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,673/mo

Senior living costs in Grand Rapids vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Grand Rapids, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGrand Rapids, MIMichiganU.S.
Memory Care$4,181/mo$4,472/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$4,005/mo$4,111/mo$4,515/mo
Independent Living$3,562/mo$3,602/mo$3,951/mo
Memory Care
Grand Rapids, MI:$4,181/mo
Michigan:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Grand Rapids, MI:$4,005/mo
Michigan:$4,111/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Independent Living
Grand Rapids, MI:$3,562/mo
Michigan:$3,602/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Grand Rapids

Recent reviews for memory care in Grand Rapids

Rivertown Ridge in Wyoming, MI

5.0
This is a great place, and I would encourage you to go visit and see if it meets your loved ones needs. They've been really great to my loved one. The staff is very friendly, and they've just been amazing. They do everything they can to make my loved one feel welcome, and they take excellent ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids

4.0
Having toured many places prior to Addington Place-this is by far the best. [name removed] is my husband's daytime care giver. She treats him like family. He always looks great and happy. Makes this journey easier. Don't ever leave, [name removed]

The Cortland Holland Meadows

5.0
I like knowing that my mom is doing well here. The staff is caring and attentive to her needs. The community is clean and has a nice home feeling. We like the variety of meals that are offered. She is offered to participate in the list of actives.We feel that is getting good care and a good ...
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Grand Rapids review score based on 164 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 164 reviews of 48 Grand Rapids memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Grand Rapids 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

Grand Rapids review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Grand Rapids, MI48 facilities
8.1
8.0
Walker, MI46 facilities

Review subcategories for Grand Rapids 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 164 reviews of 48 Grand Rapids memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Grand Rapids 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.
Grand Rapids, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Grand Rapids memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Grand Rapids memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Grand Rapids, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.7%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.8%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.7%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.7%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.6%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.7%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.7%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.5%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Grand Rapids, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.8%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.4%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.8%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Grand Rapids, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.7%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Grand Rapids, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Grand Rapids, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
41.5%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.5%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.6%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.4%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
35.8%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
18.9%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.8%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.8%
41.4%
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Related senior services in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

Grand Rapids, Michigan, is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Grand Rapids include bus routes, train routes, ride sharing, airport shuttle, and a senior transportation service. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Grand Rapids has a somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Grand Rapids 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 Mercy Health Saint Mary’s and Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital.

Grand Rapids, Michigan, offers a perfect blend of natural and urban activities that seniors will enjoy. Beer connoisseurs will appreciate the many local breweries while nature lovers can enjoy boating on Lake Michigan. Seniors can build friendships over lunch or a game of euchre at Senior Neighbors Grand Rapids Senior Center. Additionally, seniors can enjoy world-class music at the Grand Rapids Symphony, and explore the exhibits at the Grand Rapids Art Museum at a discounted rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 51 memory care facilities near Grand Rapids, Michigan. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Grand Rapids, Michigan are Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and Cascade Trails Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 51 memory care facilities near you in Grand Rapids, Michigan typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, Michigan ranges from $670 to $8300. The average Memory Care cost in Grand Rapids, Michigan is $4,181. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Grand Rapids, Michigan typically starts at $670. 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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