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The cost of independent living in Alden is about $3,719 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 107 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Traverse City, Kalkaska and Elk Rapids.

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We were so happy when a place came open at Culver Meadows for our Dad in the [date removed]. Dad's advancing dementia made it no longer safe for him to live at home. Culver Meadows' peaceful setting and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We at Culver Meadows AFC strive to make all residents feel like family, our goal is to give the best quality of care possible to all who enter our home. Our staff are well trained to provide all levels of care as needed on an individual basis.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Alden, MI

The average cost of senior living in Alden is $3,719 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grayling, MI with an average of $3,033 per month.

Independent living costs in Alden, MI, vs. nearby cities

Alden, MI
$3,719/mo
$4,141/mo

Independent living costs in Alden, MI, vs. state and national averages

Alden, MI
$3,719/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Alden, MI, vs. other senior living options

$3,977/mo
Independent Living
$3,719/mo

Independent living costs in Alden, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,283/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,700/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,125/mo

Senior living costs in Alden vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alden, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlden, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,719/mo$3,750/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,820/mo$4,251/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,977/mo$4,622/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Alden, MI:$3,719/mo
Michigan:$3,750/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Alden, MI:$3,820/mo
Michigan:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Alden, MI:$3,977/mo
Michigan:$4,622/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Alden, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alden and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Alden, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Alden have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alden, MI$3,483/mo$3,538/mo-1.6%
Michigan$2,690/mo$2,649/mo+1.5%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Alden, MI
2024 average cost:$3,483/mo
2023 average cost:$3,538/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,690/mo
2023 average cost:$2,649/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Alden

Recent reviews for independent living in Alden

Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Northport Highlands

4.8
My mom was in assisted living as well as memory care for 9 years. The entire staff was wonderful to her up until her last day. I never had to worry about her. I can't say enough good things about the staff!

Independence Village of Traverse City

4.0
I really enjoy how friendly everyone here is and how they try to include new people. There are so many activities that it is hard to get moved in. I also am so that they allow you to have your pets with you.

Alden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alden, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alden independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alden, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Alden independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alden, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alden independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Alden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alden, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
6.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
46.4%
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