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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,950 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 9 Assisted Living Communities in Clarkston and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Clarkston, MI
- Assisted Living: $3,950
- Nursing Home Care: $8,836
- In-home Care: $3,813
- Adult Day Health Services: $2,492
Assisted Living Facilities near Clarkston, Michigan
Addington Place of Clarkston
5700 Water Tower Place, Clarkston, MI 48346
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"At Addington Place of Clarkston, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing th..."
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"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Reg..."
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"The Pines of Clarkston is an Assisted Living and Memory Care facility that serves residents and families throughout Southeastern Michigan. O..."
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OakBrook Senior Living Clarkston
1059 Valleyview Dr, Clarkston, MI 48348
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"Nestled in the serene residential neighborhood of Clarkston, Michigan, OakBrook Senior Living Clarkston offers compassionate assisted living..."
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Vista Springs Trillium Village Estate
6800 Trillium Village Drive, Clarkston, MI 48346
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"Welcome to Trillium Village Estate, a luxury resort-style retirement community where community members live every day with passion and inspi..."
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"Pine Tree Place is an Adult Foster Care Facility, we specialize in Alzheimer's and Dementia care. We pride ourselves in creating an environm..."
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Caremore of Clarkston Assisted Living
8541 North Eston Road, Clarkston, MI 48348
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"Heather Pines Adult Care is a unique concept of personal care for the elderly, in a beautiful home in Clarkston. Heather Pines has a gentle ..."
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The Orchards at Canterbury-on-the-Lake
5601 Hatchery Road, Waterford, MI 48329
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"____________________________________________ Welcome to Ahava Adult Foster Care. Our peaceful and beautiful community offers services and a..."
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"Magnolia by the Lakes is truly the gold standard of senior living for independent, assisted and respite care. Magnolia by the Lakes exclusi..."
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"To Prospective Resident, Family and Friends: Our BeeHive of Oxford assisted living/memory care home is set in the charming and historic Vil..."
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"Whatever lifestyle you or a loved one requires, at Willowbrook Hills you'll enjoy genuine community - and family - spirit. Here you'll b..."
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The Bradford Senior Living
2080 South Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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"At The Bradford Senior Living, your loved one can look forward to finding a welcoming community with a dedicated staff who are happy to meet..."
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Flourish Collection at Oakland Charter Township
3215 Silverbell Rd, Rochester, MI 48306
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"Welcome to an engaging life filled with meaningful connections and joy at Flourish Collection, two luxury senior living communities develope..."
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The Avalon of Bloomfield Township
100 West Square Lake Road, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
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"Welcome to The Avalon of Bloomfield Township! If you're looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you'..."
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The Avalon of Commerce Township
2500 Martin Parkway , Commerce Township, MI 48390
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"Welcome to The Avalon of Commerce Township! If you're looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you've..."
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Cranberry Park West Bloomfield
2450 Haggerty Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48323
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"At Cranberry Park we are an All-Inclusive Community that recognizes that the health and well-being of seniors are as unique as the individua..."
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Grace Senior Living Rochester Hills
2791 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills, MI 48309
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"Nestled in the heart of Rochester Hills, Michigan, Grace Senior Living offers compassionate assisted living and memory care tailored to meet..."
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"The Pines of Goodrich Assisted Living is a classic neighborhood style Assisted Living and Memory Care community designed and staffed to acco..."
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American House The Village
3617 South Adams Rd., Rochester Hills, MI 48309
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"Thank you for considering American House Village. Our continuum community is located on twenty two acres of wooded land in beautiful Rochest..."
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"Our community is ideally situated near shopping, dining and health care facilities. We offer the independence you want, with the services yo..."
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"American House Milford offers retirement living that is as independent as you'd like it to be, while also offering assistance any time y..."
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"Named after the historic landmark on the site location, The Barns Senior Living offers 6 private rooms with a homestyle feel. The original b..."
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Golden Grace by Majestic Residences
6449 Rutledge Park Dr, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
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" Golden Grace by Majestic Residences is redefining the concept of senior living in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Nestled in the heart of this s..."
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StoryPoint West Bloomfield
5475 W Maple Rd., West Bloomfield, MI 48322
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"Welcome to StoryPoint West Bloomfield (formerly Provision Living at West Bloomfield)! This isn't just a place to reside -- it's a place wh..."
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Assisted Living Costs in Clarkston
According to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Clarkston is just $50 less than the national average. At $3,950, assisted living in Clarkston is slightly more costly than the state average of $3,850 but significantly less expensive than more populous cities, such as Ann Arbor ($5,050), Detroit ($4,224) and Lansing ($4,500). Residents of the smaller city of Monroe face higher assisted living costs at $4,720, while seniors in Saginaw ($2,825) pay the least for that care type.
Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Clarkston, so data for the closest city, Flint, was used.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas
Clarkston/Flint Area
$3,950
National Average
$4,000
State Average
$3,850
Saginaw
$2,825
Ann Arbor
$5,050
Detroit
$4,224
Lansing Area
$4,500
Jackson
$3,873
Monroe
$4,720
Care Cost Comparison
In Clarkston, seniors pay less than half the cost of around-the-clock skilled nursing home care ($8,836) for assisted living. Individuals requiring only day-time services may be able to receive adult day health services, the least expensive care type, averaging $2,492 per month. The up-front cost of assisted living, which typically includes room, board and an intermediate level of care, falls in between the home health care costs of $3,813 for homemaker services and $4,099 for home health aides. One should note that expenses such as rent, utilities and home maintenance are not included in the home health care costs.
Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart
Assisted Living
$3,950
Homemaker Services
$3,813
Home Health Aide
$4,099
Adult Day Health Services
$2,492
Nursing Home Care
$8,836
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Clarkston
Medicaid in Michigan
Low-income adults and children may be eligible to receive health care coverage in Michigan through Medicaid. Benefits and services provided are defined as medically necessary and can include:
- Doctors and hospital visits
- Emergency services
- Hospice
- Physical therapy, hearing and speech services
- Mental health services
- Dental and vision care
- Private nursing
- Transportation to and from medical appointments
To be eligible for Michigan Medicaid, seniors must qualify for supplemental security income or meet specific state income and asset requirements. They may exceed income and asset requirements but pay a certain amount of medical expenses and still qualify. Annual income limits for those not eligible to receive SSI are $16,612 for an individual and $22,491 for a married couple.
Seniors may apply for Medicaid services online, complete the paper application or call (855) 276-4627 for assistance.
MI Choice Waiver Program
Senior Clarkston residents eligible for Medicaid may also be able to enroll in the MI Choice waiver program, which provides personal care services to individuals residing in their own home or in an assisted living facility. The following waiver services are not included in the traditional Medicaid program:
- Community living and transitions assistance
- Respite and nursing services
- Transportation for nonmedical purposes
- Home-delivered meals
- Private nursing
To qualify for MI Choice, Clarkston seniors must require a nursing home level of care and meet the financial requirements of $2,313 or less in monthly income and no more than $2,000 in individual assets. Federal spousal impoverishment guidelines are used if the applicant is married, where the spouse may keep up to $126,420 if their partner is receiving long-term care.
Those interested in participating in the program should call the Area Agency on Aging 1B at (248) 357-2255. It’s important to note that the waiver is not considered an entitlement, and eligible individuals may be placed on a waiting list before receiving services.
Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living
Elderlife Financial Bridge Loans
Seniors in Clarkston may be able to receive a 12-month line of credit providing financial assistance for moving fees and room and board in an assisted living facility. Elderlife Financial Services offers bridge loans with a quick and easy application process, delivering funds as soon as 24 hours from the time of a submitted application. To qualify, seniors should have a financial plan in place for after the loan expires. Elderlife Financial determines a senior’s eligibility through the combined credit scores of co-applicant family members, assets and income information.
Veterans Aid and Attendance
The federal Aid and Attendance program gives certain veterans and their surviving spouses financial assistance in addition to their monthly pension.
To qualify, a veteran or their surviving spouse must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Be bedridden
- Be legally blind
- Live in a skilled nursing facility
- Require assistance to perform regular activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing and eating
To apply for this extra financial support, qualified seniors should send a written report proving their disabilities, impairments and level of mobility to the Milwaukee Pension Center at P. O. Box 5192, Janesville, WI 53547. Individuals may also visit the Detroit regional pension office in person for assistance.
Assisted Living Resources in Clarkston
Senior Centers in Oakland County
Senior centers in Oakland County offer transportation services, recreational activities and human service programs to area seniors. Social events and classes include Mother’s Day luncheons, legal seminars and annual flea markets with free admission.
Independence Township Senior Community Center
6000 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 625-8231
Waterford Senior Center
3621 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9450
Edna Burton Senior Center
435 Ball Street, Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-6447
Area Agency on Aging
The Oakland County Area Agency on Aging provides senior and caregiver resources, offers low-cost meal programs and facilitates the enrollment process for the MI Choice waiver. Area Agency on Aging 1-B
29100 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 400, Southfield, MI 48034
(800) 852-7795
Veterans Resources
Veterans in Oakland County have access to veterans services and the Pontiac VA outpatient clinic for medical care. Benefits advisers assist veterans in filing claims, including property tax exemptions, home loans and life insurance. The Veterans Services office also provides complimentary transportation to the Ann Arbor and Detroit Veterans Medical Centers.
Oakland County Veterans Services
1200 N. Telegraph Rd., North Office Building 26 East, Pontiac, MI 48341-0468
(248) 858-0785 or (888) 350-0900 ext. 80785
Pontiac Vet Center
44200 Woodward Ave., Ste. 108, Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 874-1015 or (877) 927-8387 (after hours)
Pontiac VA Outpatient Clinic
44200 Woodward Ave., Ste 208, Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 332-4540
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