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The cost of independent living in Anchor Bay Shores is about $3,694 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 60 options.

Read 1285 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Detroit, Rochester Hills and Birmingham.

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The key word here is, "Independent living." Based on your income, St George Tower is a perfect fit for lower income seniors, like myself. There is handicapped apartments, and the waiting list for those...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Hopefully activities will improve when there are more residents. Facility is beautiful and room sizes adequate. Staff very friendly. Location was very good for us.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Anchor Bay Shores, MI

The average cost of senior living in Anchor Bay Shores is $3,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grosse Pointe Shores, MI with an average of $3,378 per month.

Independent living costs in Anchor Bay Shores, MI, vs. nearby cities

Anchor Bay Shores, MI
$3,694/mo

Independent living costs in Anchor Bay Shores, MI, vs. state and national averages

Anchor Bay Shores, MI
$3,694/mo
U.S. national average
$4,245/mo

Independent living costs in Anchor Bay Shores, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,589/mo
Independent Living
$3,694/mo

Independent living costs in Anchor Bay Shores, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,598/mo
Studio
$2,880/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,276/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,089/mo

Senior living costs in Anchor Bay Shores 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: Anchor Bay Shores, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAnchor Bay Shores, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,694/mo$3,829/mo$4,245/mo
Assisted Living$3,991/mo$4,331/mo$4,789/mo
Memory Care$4,589/mo$4,699/mo$5,058/mo
Independent Living
Anchor Bay Shores, MI:$3,694/mo
Michigan:$3,829/mo
U.S.:$4,245/mo
Assisted Living
Anchor Bay Shores, MI:$3,991/mo
Michigan:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,789/mo
Memory Care
Anchor Bay Shores, MI:$4,589/mo
Michigan:$4,699/mo
U.S.:$5,058/mo
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Independent living costs in Anchor Bay Shores, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Anchor Bay Shores 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 Anchor Bay Shores, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Anchor Bay Shores 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
Anchor Bay Shores, MI$3,043/mo$2,975/mo+2.3%
Michigan$2,704/mo$2,671/mo+1.3%
National$3,254/mo$3,162/mo+2.9%
Anchor Bay Shores, MI
2024 average cost:$3,043/mo
2023 average cost:$2,975/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,704/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,254/mo
2023 average cost:$3,162/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Anchor Bay Shores

Recent reviews for independent living in Anchor Bay Shores

Clinton Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care in Clinton Township, MI

5.0
We are very happy at Clinton Creek Assisted Living community

The Villages of Clinton Pointe in Clinton Township, MI

5.0
My father is receiving great care The staff is outstanding and very caring. The activities are excellent. Very happy with the cleanliness of the community. I would highly recommend this community for others.

American House East I Villas in Roseville, MI

4.2
Experience has been very good. Have not used any of the services except cleaning. [name removed]has been very helpful. Nice environment.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendliness and kindness of the staff at various communities, such as Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, who go above and beyond to make residents and families feel at home.
Diverse activities for socializing. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities and events at communities like Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, and Villa Bella of Clinton Township, which help keep them engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including the private rooms and common areas, such as the dining rooms and gardens, as seen in Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, American House Lakeshore, and Lockwood of Clinton.
Frequent communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication is a priority for communities, like StoryPoint Chesterfield, Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, ensuring that families and residents are always informed and care needs are being met.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with reviews highlighting the accommodating nature of chefs at places like Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, Lockwood of Clinton, and American House Lakeshore to cater to individual preferences and ...
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Thoughtful and personalized care. Residents and families appreciate the individualized attention provided by communities like Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, Shorehaven, and StoryPoint Chesterfield, which help make daily tasks easier and ensure safety and comfort.
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Anchor Bay Shores independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Anchor Bay Shores independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Anchor Bay Shores, 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 Anchor Bay Shores 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 Anchor Bay Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Anchor Bay Shores, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.6%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.8%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.8%
31.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.5%
34.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Anchor Bay Shores 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 Anchor Bay Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Anchor Bay Shores, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.3%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.9%
44.6%
Room service
Room service
43.6%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Anchor Bay Shores 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 Anchor Bay Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Anchor Bay Shores, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.8%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.3%
48.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.4%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
44.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.6%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.7%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
52.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
38.2%
34%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Commonwealth Senior Living at New Baltimore, Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby are the top-rated independent living facilities near Anchor Bay Shores, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 60 independent living facilities near Anchor Bay Shores, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Anchor Bay Shores, Michigan are Independence Village of Madison Heights, Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby and Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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