Best Skilled Nursing in Ann Arbor, Michigan
6 communities found
Ann Arbor has 6 skilled nursing communities, all residential in structure, with an average rating of 4.2 across the 5 that have been rated. Reviewers have left 646 reviews in total, and among the 3 communities with Medicare star ratings the average is 3.3, with one earning 5 stars and one earning 4 or more.
- 6communities
- 4.2average rating, 5 rated
- 667family reviews read
Clarendale Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan
4.9(82)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
All Seasons Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan
4.9(74)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Care Home Health Agency
Ann Arbor, Michigan
5(2)
Home health
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan
4(256)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Regency At Bluffs Park
Ann Arbor, Michigan
3.8(160)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Glacier Hills Senior Living Community
Ann Arbor, Michigan
3.6(93)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Best-rated skilled nursing in Ann Arbor
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (82 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Clarendale Ann Arbor is an independent living community that has earned a very high average rating from families on Google, though no detailed review comments are available to describe specific experiences.
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4.9 (74 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
All Seasons Ann Arbor offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing, and holds a 4.9 rating from 74 Google reviews.
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Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ann Arbor
4 (256 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
- 4
3.8 (160 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 71 units
Regency at Bluffs Park offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation, with personalized nursing care, on-site therapy, and flexible dining.
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Glacier Hills Senior Living Community
3.6 (93 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 105 units
What families say about skilled nursing in Ann Arbor
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Ann Arbor communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often point to medical and nursing care, mentioned by 50% of the 6 communities, and caring, attentive staff, noted by 33%. Food and dining, activities and social life, and value for money each come up in 17% of communities, while cost and billing concerns appear in 100% and communication with families in 83%, with building and upkeep raised by 33%.
Praised most
- Medical and nursing care 50%
- Caring, attentive staff 33%
- Food and dining 17%
- Activities and social life 17%
- Value for money 17%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 100%
- Communication with families 83%
- Building and upkeep 33%
“This community is as welcoming as it is beautiful. The staff truely care about the safety and well being of their residents. Staff are responsive and quick to assist in any of your needs. This is a wonderful place for your loved one to live.”
“All Seasons tries to create a positive and safe community . Leadership and staff are helpful and competent. The setting is hotel-like and the dining is terrific. There are numerous activities, a gym, pool, art room, and stunning lobby and auditorium. We are delighted to be at All Seasons.”
Skilled Nursing in Ann Arbor: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (6), wheelchair accessible (6), 24-hour staff (6), private rooms (5), housekeeping (5), on-site nurse (rn) (5).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Michigan
Most Michigan families start by paying privately, drawing on retirement savings, pensions, and often the proceeds from selling the family home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help cover assisted living or memory care costs, though families should check the policy's specific terms and any waiting periods before relying on it. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can offset care costs for those who meet the eligibility requirements, and it is worth asking a veterans service officer about this early in the process since the paperwork can take time.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Michigan.
Skilled Nursing near Ann Arbor
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ypsilanti5.1 mi | 20 | 4.1 / 5 | 5.1 mi |
| Saline6.6 mi | 8 | 4.7 / 5 | 6.6 mi |
| Canton Township13.1 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 13.1 mi |
| Canton13.4 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 13.4 mi |
| Plymouth15.1 mi | 29 | 4.4 / 5 | 15.1 mi |
| Northville17.3 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 17.3 mi |
| Westland17.5 mi | 19 | 4 / 5 | 17.5 mi |
| Brighton19.5 mi | 11 | 4.2 / 5 | 19.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Ann Arbor, 667 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Ann Arbor ask about.
- Home Care in Michigan: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Ann Arbor: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Ann Arbor, Michigan?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing long term care communities in Ann Arbor, Michigan, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Ann Arbor are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Clarendale Ann Arbor (4.9★, 82 ratings), All Seasons Ann Arbor (4.9★, 74 ratings), Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ann Arbor (4★, 256 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Ann Arbor?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Ann Arbor has assisted living (12 communities), at-home care (7 communities), independent living (7 communities), memory care (7 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Ann Arbor?
Families rate Ann Arbor skilled nursing long term care communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 667 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Ann Arbor skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Ann Arbor communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 50%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 33%), food and dining (mentioned for 17%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (100%), communication with families (83%), building and upkeep (33%).
How do Ann Arbor nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Ann Arbor carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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