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Michigan Masonic Home

Michigan Masonic Home

1200 Wright Ave, Alma, MI 48801

3.4 (27 Google reviews)

Michigan Masonic Home in Alma is a continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

  • Secure memory care
  • Continuing care
  • On-site clinics
  • Active duplexes

Why Families Choose Michigan Masonic Home

  • Continuing care retirement community setting supporting multiple stages of senior living needs.
  • Specialized memory-care unit with approximately thirty secured beds and a home-like design.
  • On-site medical and specialty clinics providing convenient access to healthcare services.
  • Satellite dining rooms offering intimate neighborhood-level meals across the campus.

About Michigan Masonic Home

Michigan Masonic Home operates as a continuing care retirement community in Alma, integrating multiple tiers of health support within a single campus environment. This regional campus accommodates approximately 150 beds in total, balancing independent spaces with higher levels of physical support. Daily operations are structured around a comprehensive continuum, ensuring residents do not need to relocate outside the community when their care needs transition over time.

The structural design of the campus supports a fluid movement between residential independence and clinical oversight without disrupting the familiar surroundings. Independent living areas allow individuals to maintain private routines while having immediate access to campus amenities and dining services. As functional needs change, assisted living options provide tailored help with daily personal tasks, medication management, and mobility support.

The community maintains a dedicated memory-care wing featuring approximately 30 beds, specifically configured for individuals experiencing cognitive changes associated with Alzheimer or related dementias. This specialized area utilizes structured routines and secure perimeters to maintain safety while encouraging purposeful daily engagement. Skilled nursing services operate on site to deliver round-the-clock clinical supervision, restorative therapies, and medical monitoring for individuals recovering from acute health episodes or managing complex chronic conditions.

Clinical staff coordinate care plans directly with attending physicians and therapists to maintain continuity across all treatment phases. The physical environment within the health center is designed to accommodate specialized medical equipment while preserving a comfortable, residential atmosphere for patients and their visiting families. Medicaid is accepted across eligible care types, providing a structured financial pathway for individuals whose personal resources shift over the duration of their residency.

Administrative staff coordinate documentation and eligibility paperwork directly through state guidelines to support families with long-term financial planning. This acceptance policy integrates with the broader continuum to support long-term stability for individuals residing across independent, assisted, and clinical spaces. Common areas throughout the campus foster routine social connection through organized activities, shared dining rooms, and accessible outdoor walking paths.

Meals are served in communal dining settings designed to accommodate varying dietary requirements and encourage regular peer interaction. Scheduled activities reflect the diverse functional abilities of the population, ranging from low-impact group exercises to cognitive stimulation programs in the memory-care setting. Support services on the campus are integrated to minimize administrative friction when transitioning from independent arrangements to higher tiers of nursing care.

Staff members across departments communicate regularly to monitor changes in health status and adjust daily support plans proactively. The physical and operational layout remains focused on sustaining a predictable, secure environment for every resident living at this community.

Environment

The campus functions as a continuing care retirement community in Alma, housing approximately 150 total beds across integrated residential and clinical areas.

Services

Available levels of care include independent living, assisted living, memory care for approximately 30 individuals, and skilled nursing.

Resident Experience

Daily routines involve participation in campus activities, shared dining spaces, and progressive transitions between care tiers as needs evolve.

Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact your local advisor for the latest figures.

Advisor Insight on
Michigan Masonic Home

The presence of a dedicated memory-care wing and skilled nursing on site allows couples with differing medical needs to remain within the same campus.

Best for: Direct coordination across medical transitions and clear communication regarding care tier adjustments.
Consider if: Individuals seeking respite stays or accommodations allowing pets should verify availability directly.
Ask on tour: Ask how staff ratios and care plans adapt when moving from assisted living to skilled nursing.
Comparison: It offers a broader clinical continuum under one roof than standard standalone independent living sites.

Amenities & Services

Reviews from Google

3.4 (27 Reviews on Google) View all on Google ↗
  • Danny Gardella 7 months ago

    The staff are all great and I have been treated well. The 1 and only complaint is the lack of the ability to breathe in here. It’s not normal for the dryness in the building. I did remedy this by putting humidifiers in my room and they were taken from me. I was given 1 back but…

  • Nadira Younes a year ago

    I moved my dad last year, he picked the place. The care he has received isn't the greatest. Unless your planning on visiting as possible or live close I would not recommend. You're paying top dollars and no one ever follows up with you unless you are persistent. We let our dad…

  • Londie Burns a year ago

    I need to remove my mother from a home that is not providing adequate care to the point of being Dangerous. I called Aubrie for a tour. I drove from Merrill to Alma just to look around. Most places let you look around even if no one is able to give a tour. They do Not allow it.…

  • Kevin McCormack 5 months ago

    I will pray that our management will take the time to learn to respect our employees who take care of our residents ,they are our front line in customer service.

  • Melissa a year ago

    I wouldn't send a loved one here at all. This place is a joke. My mother passed away unexpectedly at this place. She was found deceased at 6:58pm, I give respect to the CNA's and the nurses who was working that night. The upper management on the other hand does not care, have no…

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Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Alma, MI.

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Alma, MI

3.4 (27)
Care types
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing
Total beds
150
Memory care beds
30
Medicaid
Accepted
Pet friendly
No
Housing type
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Starting price
$4100/mo
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Total beds
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Medicaid
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Pet friendly
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Ithaca, MI· 7.2 mi

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Starting price
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Care types
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Total beds
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Medicaid
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Pet friendly
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Location

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1200 Wright Ave, Alma, MI 48801

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Nearby Essentials

  • Hospital:MyMichigan Medical Center Gratiot is located very close to the campus on East Warwick Drive, providing immediate acute medical access and emergency services in Alma.
  • Dining:Local dining options including neighborhood grills and fast-casual restaurants sit just minutes away along the main thoroughfares of Wright Avenue and State Road.
  • Shopping:Convenience stores, local pharmacies, and retail errands are easily accessible within the surrounding commercial blocks of Alma.

The community is set within a quiet residential and developed suburban area of Alma, Michigan. Tree-lined streets and neighborhood conveniences surround the campus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What care types are available at Michigan Masonic Home?

Michigan Masonic Home provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing within a continuing care retirement community setting.

How many total beds and memory care beds are available?

The community features approximately 150 total beds, which includes approximately 30 beds dedicated specifically to memory care.

Is Medicaid accepted at Michigan Masonic Home?

Yes, Medicaid is accepted at Michigan Masonic Home to help cover eligible care costs.

Are pets allowed to live at the community?

Pet policies are not formally confirmed at this time, so families should contact the community directly to confirm current rules regarding animals.

Does Michigan Masonic Home offer respite stays?

Respite stay availability is not confirmed, and interested individuals should reach out to the staff directly to verify short-term stay options.

Where is Michigan Masonic Home located?

Michigan Masonic Home is located in Alma, offering a supportive environment designed around daily routines and resident comfort.