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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Royal Oak nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Royal Oak, MI may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Royal Oak or another care type is right for you. Browse 63 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Royal Oak.
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You could not find a nicer staff. The facility does need some updates, but for the money it can't beat. Apartment sizes here are more than adequate.
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!
That was okay, but not nearly as good as Sunrise. It was more rehab after my mother in law had been in the hospital. It wasn't bad but it didn't have the same homey feeling, it seemed more like a hospital.
4500 Dobry Drive, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
I have nothing bad to say about the place. Everything's been great. I'm very happy here. I think it's a good value for what I'm paying. Everyone on the staff has been nothing but helpful. They always seem to...
Close to shopping, dining and healthcare centers, Town Village is known for rich amenities—inside and out. Gather with friends and family around the stone fireplace or entertain in the private dining room. Step outside and discover peaceful spaces for strolling—across nine acres of beautiful...
24005 W 13 Mile Rd, Bingham Farms, MI 48025
My parents need a level of supervision that I wasn’t confident that they would receive at other facilities. The staff is consistent and kind. Everybody knows everybody. It feels like home to them, and to me.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
5990 N Adams Rd, Troy, MI 48098
Belmar is super clean and all the employees are very accommodating when I have made any requests. They do a great job of physically caring for my brother. However, they lack in their communication with...
There comes a time in one’s life when assistance is as welcome as it is a necessity. At Windemere Park of Oakland, the one you love is our VIP. It is our profession and our pleasure to provide dignity, comfort and compassion with customized care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Windemere is a...
11095 E Fourteen Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
The Executive Director spent an hour on the phone with me helping me process my young husbands dementia condition and the need for him to be placed in memory care. Arden Court has an extremely friendly and...
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
14030 East 14 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088
Staff is absolutely wonderful. There is no shortage and everyone made the point to know my dad's name and mine! - impressive. They seem eager to help. Shannon, the director, is impressive too and really does...
The Arbor Inn, established in 1975, is a residential care community that preserves your dignity and respects your independence, while offering you companionship, security and personal care. This is a place where you can maintain an independent lifestyle, pursue your own interests, and make new...
2400 E Lincoln, Birmingham, MI 48009
The caregiving staff was great. The administrative staff did not follow through with things they were supposed t take are of. There is a lot of turn over in the caregiving staff. Memory care was a great...
StoryPoint Birmingham is a modern, multi–story senior living community. The abundant windows on the community building brings in plenty of natural light throughout the day. Situated near Kennings Park, this community provides a serene atmosphere while keeping important local attractions and...
29681 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Everyone I’ve spoken to are caring and exhibit excellent customer service. The caregivers work hard to ensure the residents socialize, are clean and comfortable and have proper nutrition. Staff is willing to...
Conveniently located just off I-696 and Route 10 in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Fairmont Senior Living of Farmington Hills offers Assisted Living and Memory Care services tailored to the individual needs of each resident who calls our community home.Fairmont Senior Living offers a continuum of...
8384 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
The staff has always been very friendly to myself and other members of my family. I believe they genuinely give their best effort to take care of the things that I ask them to do. They also accommodate my...
Our Extraordinary Commitment To Excellence We are the first to set up a neighborhood concept within our Memory Care allowing a natural separation between those residents with low to moderate memory loss and those with more severe to end stage dementia. This allows each resident the dignity and...
100 W Square Lake Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
The staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. It really feels like a family. I have interviewed or toured approximately eight places and nothing came close. The food is phenomenal. Everyone was warm and...
This is senior living like you’ve never seen it before. Where people remain connected to each other and fully engaged in the things they enjoy. Nestled in a developed, walkable neighborhood and designed to bring people together, The Avalon of Bloomfield Township is a warm, upscale living...
2251 West Auburn Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
We were shown a dining hall where there are servers and everyone comes to eat. The memory care patients do not participate in there they are brought simply a tray. We were shown all these "activities " and...
A charming, relaxing one-story community that truly feels like home, American House Elmwood located west of Crooks Road, is ideally situated near family and friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are also located near...
6870 Crooks Road, Troy, MI 48098
I loved it there, they gave her wonderful care. The facility is very small and a more intimate atmosphere. Everyone was great from the cleaning staff to the General Manager, [name removed] who was very easy...
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
24400 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Everyone has been very helpful and the place is so clean and i would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far
Providing apartments in the main building and ranch-style independent living 'Villas' in the campus beyond, American House Farmington Hills is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Farmington, Farmington Hills, Southfield, Redford, and Livonia. We...
4900 Northfield Parkway, Troy, MI 48098
From the tour to the move-in process, everything went well. They made me more comfortable about the delusion for my wife and our next step in life.
A full life, lived well.Our community offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care in scenic Troy, Michigan. Troy is a great city to call home, with plenty of recreational opportunities available for all ages. Our town consistently ranks as one of the safest cities in Michigan and the nation, and has...
11255 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
I really love American House to date they have been great! The medical team also good and for the most part can't complain. I would recommend. So happy to be there. We are In the memory care unit but they...
An elegant yet warm and inviting single-story community in the heart of East-side suburbs, American House Sterling Heights is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Sterling Heights, Fraser, Warren, Shelby Township, and Clinton Township, as well as...
3900 E. Nine Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48091
My mother lived here from [dates removed]. The staff and [name removed] took wonderful care of her until the end when she was under hospice care the last couple of months. Very clean space and good meals...
The Young Home For The Elderly is a wonderful assisted living community in the Norman Rockwell-like town of Warren, MI. The wonderful city is the largest suburb of Detroit and maintains a small town feel right outside bustling Motown. Warren is home to one of the oldest populations in the United...
25330 W Six Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48240
This was the best decision, I made moving my father to the Redford location. The staff is great and we would recommend The Orchards at Redford Village to other families who may need a place for their loved...
The Village of Redford is a private assisted living community located in Redford, Wayne County, Michigan, within walking distance to many local amenities. This village supports assisted living with furnished private entrance cottages. The Village at Redford takes pride in providing a high quality...
4850 Northfield Parkway, Troy, MI 48098
From the tour to the move-in process, everything went well. They made me more comfortable about the decision for my wife and our next step in life.
This is a great place to live a great life.For seniors looking for assisted living, but who aren’t willing to compromise quality of life, our community might be the perfect choice. You’ll find us located in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Michigan, which is an upscale town that consistently...
1900 N Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073
They have activities for them one in the morning, one afternoon. I just feel like there's a lot of downtime. I wish they kept them more busy especially on the weekends when there's no activities there...
Royal Oak House is a comfortable, family-like atmosphere in a quiet residential neighborhood with easy freeway access nearby, ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Royal Oak, Madison Heights, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Clawson, and Troy. We are...
44256 Mound Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
Our loved one has now passed away, but Serene Gardens of Sterling Heights were great. They were kind, understanding and everything you would want first you lived ones final days
We started with a simple idea: let’s create senior living communities that we’d want our own family members to call home. Over the past decade with that concept in mind, we’ve been blending science, art and technology to redefine what senior living is supposed to be. To us, that means all...
1725 Chester Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073
The owner at Chester Street is very caring and helpful! A lot of places won't take combative patients but they were willing to help us! I would recommend Chester Street Residence based on our experience. ...
EVERYTHING POSSIBLE, ALL DAY, EVERY DAYChester Street Residence strives to provide each Resident in our Community with the highest quality of life, based upon each Resident’s individual circumstances. Whether quite independent or in need of full care, our Residents benefit from daily engagement...
3450 West 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073
The help could always be better.The administration should give you more information as to who is who an what is what. They need better directions.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxury Senior Living. At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to exceed their expectations. We are...
3400 Livernois, Troy, MI 48083
Overall my mom is very happy at American House Somerset and has made a ton of friends. She also feels like the directors take her concerns seriously and do their best to address what is necessary :) She did...
Maximize your independence and well-being by minimizing the hassles and headaches! Just a stone's throw from world-class shopping, dining and entertainment and across the street from the Troy Community Center, Stonecrest of Troy is inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of the City. Stonecrest of...
6790 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
We are happy with the care offered and would recommend. Sunrise is wonderful. The help is excellent. Sunrise works well with the family. There are plenty of activities available. We are very pleased with the...
Sunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield HillsSunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield Hills is located in beautiful Bloomfield Hills, Oakland County, Michigan. Beautiful inside and out, much like our residents, we take pride in our community. There is an area where you or your loved one can spend time...
2200 Fifteen Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
I was very impressed with their care. I needed infection control, they have done a great job. I would pick them every time over everyone else in this area. The food is average. The room sizes are great and...
26962 Franklin Road, Southfield, MI 48033
We went with Franklin Terrace because of the balance of cost and services provided. She could only afford so much, she is still allowed to be independent on the budget she has available. She is in a studio...
In Royal Oak, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Royal Oak, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Royal Oak, Michigan, is mostly car dependent Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands or rely on public transportation. Transit options in Royal Oak include SMART Basics, a shuttle that serves the greater Detroit area. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Royal Oak has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is fairly walkable.
Royal Oak, Michigan, 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 few hospitals, including Beaumont Hospital and Henry Ford Medical Center.
Known for its trendy restaurants and bars and upscale boutiques, Royal Oak, Michigan, is a suburb of Detroit, and home to about 60,000 people. Seniors can enjoy the Senior Tuesday program which allows those 55 and older 20 percent discounts to 13 different restaurants, like Lily’s Seafood, Bastone, Pronto, and more, before 6 p.m. The Baldwin Theater is known for its plays and musical performances and offers senior discounts on Thursdays and Sundays. Outdoor lovers can spend time at one of the many parks like Starr Jaycee Park, Franklin Park, or others!
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Royal Oak is a trendy suburb located just 3 miles north of Detroit. The city has lots of shopping, dinning, and nightlife options, earning Royal Oak recognition as one of the country’s most vibrant suburbs.
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost for a private room in a Detroit-area nursing home is about $9,600, and the median monthly cost of a private room in a nursing home in the state of Michigan is around $9,300, according to Genworth.
Royal Oak is an extremely affordable place to retire, with the city offering cheap entertainment options and low relative healthcare costs. Overall, the total household expenses are rated 21 index points below the national average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Grocery | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | 84 | 79 | 75 | 82 | 78 |
Income and Housing
| Median income age 45-64 | Median income age 65+ | Median household income | Average individual income | Median employee salary | Average property tax | One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $78,888 per year | $40,016 per year | $69,342 per year | $44,018 per year | $42,864 per year | $3,899 per year | $701 per month |
The top hospitals that service Royal Oak include:
Surgeons Choice Medical Center
Royal Oak’s climate is classified as hot-summer humid continental, which means that the city has four distinct seasons with widely varying seasonal temperatures. The winters tend to be very snowy with below freezing temperatures, while the summers tend to be very hot with high humidity. Spring and fall experience high levels of rain. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during July at about 85%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 25.8°F | 32.4°F | 19.2°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 74.5°F | 84.1°F | 64.9°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median age | Percent of population over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40.15 | 14.1% | 58,569 | 4,969.6 per square mile | 2.1 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1% | 3.8% | 3.7% | 3% | <0.1% | 1.9% | 87.6% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Oakland County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 51.7% | 43.6% | 4.7% |
Royal Oak is a small suburb with a big reputation located just a few miles north of Detroit. The city’s motto, “life now playing,” is fitting for such a busy town that has a little something for everyone. There are a number of popular nightlife spots in the city that offer a variety of entertainment options. Popular venues for musical performances include the Royal Oak Music Theatre and the Landmark Main Art Theatre. For fans of comedy, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle is a famous club where comedians such as Tim Allen and Dave Coulier got their start. Fun fact, Tim Allen’s character on the TV show Home Improvement lives in Royal Oak. One of the best community theater troupes in the city is Stagecrafters. The group is based out of the Baldwin theater where they put on year round plays and musicals.
One of the most popular attractions in the city is the 125-acre Detroit Zoo, which is home to over 2,400 animals from 235 different species. The zoo features the Arctic Ring of Life exhibit including a 300,000 gallon aquarium that is home to 3 polar bears. The exhibit is one of the largest polar bear habitats in North America. Another popular attraction in Royal Oak is the National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica.
One of the most popular events in Royal Oak is the Woodward Dream Cruise, which claims to be the largest event of its kind in the world. The 16-mile long auto parade cuts right through downtown Royal Oak and features classic and luxury cars spanning all eras of automotive history. The Arts, Beats and Eats festival is also held in the city. The event features juried arts exhibition, local food, and a concert stage with proceeds from the event going to local charities.
Transportation
As a suburb of Detroit, Royal Oak has excellent public transit options that connect the city with the surrounding metropolitan area and beyond. Local and regional bus transit is offered by the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation. Amtrak also provides high speed rail service that connects Royal Oak to Pontiac, MI and Chicago, IL via the Detroit line.
Hutcheson Manor, StoryPoint Saline and Devonshire Retirement Village are the top-rated nursing homes near Royal Oak, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 63 nursing homes near Royal Oak, Michigan. See the full list.
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