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Livonia, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit, is a family-friendly community full of young professionals and retirees. It’s about 20 miles west of the Detroit city center, which allows residents to access the benefits of living in the state’s largest city, such as health care options and varied entertainment, while enjoying the safety and security of living in a smaller town. Crime rates here are low, which may help the elderly in the community feel more secure. Seniors who enjoy the outdoors have plenty of options for recreation in Livonia, with over 1,400 acres of parks and recreation space as well as several golf courses. The cost of living matches the national average, and with no tax on retirement income, seniors here may better afford assisted living.
Monthly assisted living fees in Livonia average $4,625 per month, although the costs for individual facilities may vary, depending on the amenities offered.
Note: Data for Livonia was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Detroit, was used instead.
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Assisted living fees in Livonia, at $4,625, are several hundred dollars more than both the Michigan average of $4,000 and the national average of $4,051. Michigan has lower costs for assisted living fees than the states surrounding it. Wisconsin ($4,350) and Ohio ($4,339) are the highest, while Illinois and Indiana are closer to Michigan’s average, at $4,170 and $4,100, respectively.
Compared to other Michigan cities, Livonia is one of the more expensive for assisted living. Ann Arbor is the highest, at $5,049 per month on average, while Kalamazoo is the lowest, at $3,600. Other major cities of Lansing ($4,000), Grand Rapids ($4,240), Saginaw ($4,200) and Midland ($4,200) all average within a couple of hundred dollars of each other and are several hundred dollars less than Livonia.
Seniors in Livonia may receive assistance paying for assisted living accommodations through the MI Choice, which is available to seniors enrolled in Michigan Medicaid. The program allows elderly residents who require a nursing home level of care the option of selecting an assisted living community instead.
Learn more about this waiver, the eligibility requirements and the application process on our Assisted Living in Michigan page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Area Agency On Aging 1-B | (800) 852-7795 | The local Area Agency on Aging administers many programs and services to benefit seniors in the greater Detroit area. Assistance with locating and applying for government benefits and help to find long-term care accommodations is rendered by caseworkers. Education about subjects such as financial planning and identifying elder abuse are also provided. |
| Michigan Long-Term Care Ombudsman Services | (517) 827-8040 | Long-term Care Ombudsman Services address the needs of residents. Complaints from residents in these communities, or those filed on behalf of residents, are investigated. Other services include advocating for the improvement of the long-term care system, including stricter regulations of facilities and more staff training, and advocating on behalf of residents’ rights. |
| Detroit Vet Center | (313) 822-1141 | Military veterans and their surviving spouses may receive help obtaining assistance and benefits from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, such as the Aid and Attendance and the Housebound Allowance benefits. Trained professionals also offer personal services, including grief counseling and PTSD counseling, legal aid, and financial planning. |
| Southfield, MI – AARP | (888) 687-2277 | The local branch of the AARP connects seniors to volunteer opportunities in the community, according to each individual’s skill set and abilities. These volunteer services can include assisting with preparing Meals on Wheels deliveries, working in local libraries, tutoring schoolchildren or ESL students or participating in community cleanups. |
| Great Lakes Loan Closets | (734) 453-0190 | The Great Lakes Loan Closets is an association of charities that have durable medical equipment available for the elderly in the community to borrow. Each set may have different items, such as wheelchairs, TTY kits, blood pressure cuffs and toileting or shower chairs, and seniors may borrow equipment from different closets. |
| Lakeshore Legal Aid | (248) 443-0868 | Local lawyers offer advice and representation in civil matters, excluding criminal matters, for seniors who meet certain income guidelines. These services are usually free and can also include drafting legal documents, such as wills and living wills, or investigating cases of elder abuse and neglect. |
| Cedar Park, City of Livonia Senior Center | (734) 466-2555 | The local Senior Citizens Center hosts many activities and programs for the elderly, including card games and fitness classes, plus social gatherings, including lunches and holiday celebrations. |
Not all assisted living communities in Michigan are licensed. For those that do require a license, the Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs provides the laws and regulations that these facilities must follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Michigan page for more information about these laws and regulations.