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Memory care in Van Buren, MI

1 memory care community with a state Alzheimer or dementia care license, certificate or special care unit.

Memory care community
1
in Van Buren
Licensed capacity
6
across all 1
Adults 65+
5,352
Census estimate for Van Buren
Within 25 miles
268
of the center of Van Buren
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Source: Michigan LARA, Adult Foster Care and Homes for the Aged, as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Van Buren (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Memory care communities near Van Buren

Counting neighboring towns, there are 268 memory care communities within 25 miles of the center of Van Buren, 267 more than in Van Buren itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Van Buren

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Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Memory care in Van Buren at a glance

Our directory lists one memory care community with an address in Van Buren, based on Michigan LARA records.1

Licensing and oversight

How memory care is regulated in Michigan

In Michigan, the Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the memory care listings on this page.1 Of the 1 memory care community listed in Van Buren, 1 are licensed by the state to serve residents with dementia.1

Report a problem
Contact the Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs about a licensed community, or the Michigan long-term care ombudsman at (517) 827-80252.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for memory care in Michigan

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Michigan Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Michigan Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency helps with claims (800-642-4838).7
Medicare counseling
Michigan’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-803-7174.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Van Buren

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Wayne County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Wayne County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Region 1-A – Detroit Area Agency on Aging2

    313-396-5492

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Wayne County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Michigan Adult Protective Services

    855-444-3911

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Michigan State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)8

    1-800-803-7174

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency7

    800-642-4838

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Michigan Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Michigan.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about memory care in Van Buren

How many memory care communities are in Van Buren, MI?

WeFoundCare lists 1 memory care community in Van Buren, MI, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Van Buren there are 268.

How many residents can memory care communities in Van Buren serve?

1 of the 1 memory care communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 6 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 5,352 adults age 65 and older live in Van Buren.

Do memory care communities in Van Buren have a state dementia credential?

Every memory care listing on this page has a state record for dementia care: 1 are licensed by the state to serve residents with dementia.

Who licenses memory care in Michigan?

The Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs licenses memory care in Michigan. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Van Buren?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Wayne County, call 313-396-5492. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Michigan Adult Protective Services at 855-444-3911.

Are there memory care communities near Van Buren?

Nearby cities with listings include Van Bure Township (1, 2.2 mi), Van Buren Township (2, 2.4 mi), Belleville (5, 3.2 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing memory care

Other types of care

Other senior care in Van Buren

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from Michigan LARA (Adult Foster Care and Homes for the Aged), Oct 17, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Van Buren (county subdivision). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 1 of 1 memory care communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Van Buren (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Community and Health Systems: Adult Foster Care and Homes for the Aged. documents.apps.lara.state.mi.us/bchs/afc_sw.txt Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.