Prestige Pines is a senior housing community located at 1177 Solon Rd in Dewitt, Michigan. With approximately 18,000 poeple living in the zip code of 48820, the neighboring area has an average population density. It is a largely ...
Assisted Living in Dewitt, Michigan
- The SeniorScore™ for Dewitt, Michigan
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DeWitt is a retiree-friendly city with a charming downtown shopping district, locally owned diners and access to community-based services. It has about 15,000 residents, 18% of whom are seniors. DeWitt is located in the Lansing region, offering high access to outstanding medical facilities, such as McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital and Sparrow Hospital, and health care costs come in nearly 20% below the national median.
DeWitt seniors can choose from 22 local assisted living facilities, including seven within the city proper and 15 more within 10 miles. These facilities feature comfortable housing in studios and apartments and provide services such as personal care, daily meals and housekeeping. Some facilities have on-site amenities such as libraries and fitness centers, and many accommodate pets. Monthly rates may vary depending on amenities, but in general, seniors in the DeWitt region pay $4,313 per month for services. This is well below the national average of $4,500, but it's slightly higher than the statewide norm of $4,250.
The SeniorScore™ for Dewitt, Michigan
The SeniorScore can help individuals determine whether a community has the benefits and amenities to fit their needs. This score rates communities on a 100-point scale by weighing factors such as the local cost of living and access to health care amenities as they relate to seniors. DeWitt’s SeniorScore is well above state and national norms at 83, indicating a high degree of favorability for older adults.
DeWitt’s Health & Safety rating is 78, making this the city’s strongest SeniorScore category. Older adults in this city have access to a broad range of long-term care solutions, including nearly 60 senior living facilities and a high number of home health care providers. Property and violent crime are uncommon, and the life expectancy is consistent with national norms. The city scores similarly in Finances with a rating of 77. The state income tax is a little higher than the national average, but seniors qualify for deductions, and the overall cost of living is relatively low. Long-term care costs range considerably, but assisted living is relatively affordable compared to national norms.
DeWitt scores 69 in Recreation & Leisure, indicating a wide range of age-friendly recreational options. There are nine parks and 45 golf courses for those who enjoy being outdoors, as well as nine shopping destinations and five movie theaters. The city also has 280 churches to provide social support and volunteer opportunities for residents. While the city rates lowest in the General Quality of Life category, it still has a strong score of 67. Summers are comfortable, although winters tend to be harsh, and the air quality is average.
SeniorScore™ for Dewitt, Michigan
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
83
SeniorScore™ Overview
- Dewitt scores significantly higher than the Michigan average of 71.
- Dewitt scores significantly higher than the national average of 72.
78
Health & Safety
- There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Edward W Sparrow Hospital, Clinton Memorial Hospital, and Ingham Regional Medical Center.
- There are 58 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including New Life Assisted Living Center - DeWitt, Rosewood Adult Foster Care of Dewitt, and Addies Place.
- There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
- There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
- The average life expectancy is 78.2, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 177 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a very low property crime rate.
- The area has a very low violent crime rate.
69
Recreation & Leisure
- The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (25% of residents).
- There are 45 golf courses in or around the city, including Prairie Creek Golf Course, Highland Hills Golf Club, and Groesbeck Golf Course.
- There are 9 parks near the city center, including Valley Farms Park, Superior Growers Supply, Inc., and Fairview Park.
- There are 280 churches in or near the city, including Nose Frederick C, Redeemer United Methodist Chr, and St Jude Catholic Church.
- There are 9 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 71 grocery stores within the city.
- There are 5 movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 58 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
77
Finances
- The property taxes average 3.69% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.45% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 6.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- Michigan has an average state income tax of 3.91%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $84,799, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $69,977, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $32,606, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $36,000 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $108,770 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $22,230 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $48,048 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 5.80%, which is low compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
67
General Quality of Life
- Dewitt receives low levels of rainfall each year.
- Dewitt has very harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has average air quality.
- Dewitt has a sparse population density of 253.4 people per square mile.
- Residents of Dewitt have a short daily commute time.
- The city has a high public transportation ridership.
- Dewitt has a low public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has a very high graduation rate of 96.07%.
Assisted Living Costs in Dewitt, Michigan
Assisted living facilities in DeWitt charge an estimated $4,313 per month for services. This is based on the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey's data for Lansing, as local care data isn't available. In Michigan, monthly rates are about $60 lower than DeWitt's average at $4,250. However, national rates are nearly $200 higher than in DeWitt, with norms coming in at $4,500.
- DeWitt: $4,313
- Michigan: $4,250
- U.S. Average: $4,500
Assisted living rates in DeWitt are comparable to care costs in Michigan as a whole, but seniors may save roughly $900 monthly by obtaining care in Battle Creek, where fees are among the cheapest in the state at $3,400. In Niles, monthly fees are about $100 lower than in DeWitt, with local facilities charging $4,200 for services.
Most major cities in Michigan have more expensive assisted living services than DeWitt. In Flint, care costs are only slightly higher at $4,375, but in Bay City, rates exceed DeWitt's average by about $150 at $4,460 monthly. Grand Rapids seniors pay comparatively high rates of $4,828, about $500 more than in DeWitt, and in Monroe, care costs are even higher at $5,050. In Ann Arbor, monthly assisted living rates are about $1,800 higher than in DeWitt at $6,093.
- DeWitt: $4,313
- Monroe: $5,050
- Ann Arbor: $6,093
- Battle Creek: $3,400
- Grand Rapids: $4,828
- Niles: $4,200
- Bay City: $4,460
- Flint: $4,375
Note: Data for DeWitt was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lansing, was used instead.
Top Assisted Living Facilities in Dewitt, Michigan
New Life Assisted Living Center - DeWitt
607 Turner St
Dewitt, MI 48820
Located at 607 Turner St, New Life Assisted Living Center - DeWitt is a senior care facility in Dewitt, Michigan. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median family income of $70,742. It has ...
Addies Place
11525 Wood Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
Addies Place is a senior housing facility located at 11525 Wood Rd in Dewitt, Michigan. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with around 18,000 people residing in the 48820 zip code. It is a predominantly middle income ...
Bella Woods
12511 S US Hwy 27
Dewitt, MI 48820
Located at 12511 S US Hwy 27, Bella Woods is a senior care facility serving Dewitt, Michigan. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average household income of $70,742. With about 18,000 poeple living ...
Rosewood Adult Foster Care of Dewitt
1070 W Webb Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
Rosewood Adult Foster Care of Dewitt is a residential care facility located at 1070 W Webb Rd in Dewitt, Michigan. With an average household income of $70,742, the facility is in a generally middle class area. It has ...
Leisure Living Management of Lansing
1177 W Solon Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
Leisure Living Management of Lansing is a senior housing community located at 1177 W Solon Rd in Dewitt, Michigan. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median family income of $70,742. With roughly 18,000 ...
Whispering River
11491 E River Dr
Dewitt, MI 48820
Whispering River is a senior housing facility located at 11491 E River Dr in Dewitt, Michigan. The community is in a mostly middle class area, with a median family income of $70,742. With around 18,000 people residing in ...
Country Meadows Adult Foster Care
5125 S Grove Rd
St Johns, MI 48879
Country Meadows Adult Foster Care is located at 5125 S Grove Rd in St Johns, Michigan. It is a 6 room family care home. With a median household income of $53,440, the community is in a primarily middle ...
6 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Laura Jean Care Home
1476 W Taft Rd
St Johns, MI 48879
Located at 1476 W Taft Rd, Laura Jean Care Home is a residential care home serving St Johns, Michigan. With a median per-family income of $53,440, the facility is in a mostly middle class area. It has a ...
7 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Caring Manor
2033 Edmund Way
Lansing, MI 48917
Located at 2033 Edmund Way, Caring Manor is a senior care facility serving Lansing, Michigan. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with an average per-household income of $54,513. It is densely populated, with around 33,000 ...
7 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Lecias Daycare and Foster Service
2108 Coolidge St
Lansing, MI 48906
Lecias Daycare and Foster Service is a care home located at 2108 Coolidge St in Lansing, Michigan. The surrounding area is densely populated, with about 28,000 individuals living in the zip code of 48906. With an average family ...
7 miles away from Dewitt, MI
The Willows at East Lansing is a 68 room senior community. It is located at 3500 Coolidge Rd in East Lansing, Michigan. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with roughly 52,000 individuals living in the 48823 zip code. ...
8 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Gardner's Adult Foster Care
2924 W Willow St
Lansing, MI 48917
Gardner's Adult Foster Care is a 12 bed residential care facility. It is located at 2924 W Willow St in Lansing, Michigan. With approximately 33,000 people residing in the zip code of 48917, the encompassing area is densely ...
8 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Gracious Adult Foster Care
733 Wisconsin Ave
Lansing, MI 48915
Located at 733 Wisconsin Ave, Gracious Adult Foster Care is a residential care facility in Lansing, Michigan. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with an average per-household income of $37,416. It has an average population ...
8 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Michigan Avenue Residential Care
1204 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48915
Located at 1204 W Michigan Ave in Lansing, Michigan, Michigan Avenue Residential Care is a 6 unit senior community. With about 10,000 residents in the zip code of 48915, the surrounding area has an average population density. ...
9 miles away from Dewitt, MI
LeadingAge Michigan
201 N Washington Sq Ste 920
Lansing, MI 48933
Located at 201 N Washington Sq Ste 920, LeadingAge Michigan is a senior community serving Lansing, Michigan. The neighboring area is sparsely populated, with approximately 4,000 individuals living in the zip code of 48933. With an average household ...
9 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Located at 201 Mall Dr S Ofc, Delta Retirement Center is a senior community in Lansing, Michigan. The encompassing area has a dense population, with around 33,000 people residing in the 48917 zip code. With a median family ...
9 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Simple Elegance II
4327 Gladys St
Lansing, MI 48911
Simple Elegance II is located at 4327 Gladys St in Lansing, Michigan. It is a 6 unit senior care community. The encompassing area has a dense population, with roughly 41,000 individuals residing in the 48911 zip code. ...
9 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Whitehills Health Care Center is a 103 unit skilled nursing facility located in East Lansing, Michigan. With about 52,000 individuals living in the 48823 zip code, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is a generally middle class ...
10 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Eagle's Nest Adult Foster Care Home
13282 S Hinman Rd
Eagle, MI 48822
Eagle's Nest Adult Foster Care Home is a 6 bed residential care home. It is located at 13282 S Hinman Rd in Eagle, Michigan. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median household income ...
10 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Evergreen Place
706 Britten Ave
Lansing, MI 48910
Located at 706 Britten Ave, Evergreen Place is a senior care community in Lansing, Michigan. The community is in a largely middle class area, with an average family income of $39,265. With approximately 36,000 poeple living in the ...
10 miles away from Dewitt, MI
The Marquette
5968 Park Lake Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
Located at 5968 Park Lake Rd, The Marquette is a senior care facility serving East Lansing, Michigan. The community is in a predominantly middle class area, with a median family income of $35,754. It is densely populated, with ...
10 miles away from Dewitt, MI
Senior Resources in Dewitt, Michigan
Tri-County Office on Aging The Tri-County Office on Aging serves those aged 60 and over through a range of services and evidence-based programs, including fall prevention classes, nonemergency medical transportation and congregate meals. It has options counselors who can help older adults research assisted living facilities in DeWitt and determine their best options for paying for services. The office also administers the Project Choices waiver, which may help nursing home-eligible seniors remain in assisted living. 5303 South Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48911 |
Veterans Affairs The county’s Veterans Affairs office provides on-site and over-the-phone assistance to older veterans and their dependents to help them obtain state and federal benefits. Through the office, individuals meet with accredited counselors who help them apply for compensation, pension, medical insurance, life insurance and Aid and Attendance, which can help them pay for assisted living. The office can also screen for eligibility for veterans’ home placement. 100 East State Street, St. Johns, MI 48879 |
Capital Area Community Services Capital Area Community Services serves those aged 60 and over in DeWitt and the surrounding region through supportive services such as support groups, legal assistance and transportation services. It can help those with limited incomes apply for federal benefits and prescription drug assistance, which may leave more money in the bank for long-term care expenses. The agency also provides health insurance options counseling. 1301 Rensen Street, Lansing, MI 48910 |
Legal Services of South Central Michigan Legal Services of South Central Michigan serves DeWitt seniors through its Lansing office. At this location, licensed legal professionals who specialize in age-related issues help seniors apply for public benefits, such as Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security, which can help them cover long-term care expenses. The office can also help individuals read through assisted living contracts to ensure they understand their rights, the services they receive and their payment obligations. 3490 Belle Chase Way, Suite 50, Lansing, MI 48911 |
Retired & Senior Volunteer Programs of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties RSVP has several volunteer opportunities for older adults, helping them serve their communities and build new skills. Volunteering may take place for a few hours annually or up to 40 hours weekly, and participants choose where, how and how often they serve. Local opportunities include tutoring school-aged children, keeping parks clean, maintaining public gardens, greeting visitors arriving at the airport and leading classes in community and senior centers. 2400 Pattengill Avenue, Lansing, MI 48910 |
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program MMAP can help older adults make important decisions regarding their health insurance coverage by providing benefits counseling, information on Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans and reviewing coverage options and cost-sharing obligations. The program can also help older adults determine whether they qualify for Medicaid and the MI Choice Waiver Program, which can help with assisted living expenses. (800) 803-7174 |
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