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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Atkins, MI
The cost of independent living in Atkins is about $3,046 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 84 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 Port Huron, St. Clair and Marysville.
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9.5
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37 reviews
People and staff are very nice and my mother feels comfortable there. People love to help the residents in any way possible. Very clean place and kept up and updated for people with Disabilities. My aunt was...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Holiday Retirement is the oldest and largest independent senior living company in the country. For almost 50 years we have been helping older people live better. Blue Water Lodge has been in the Port Huron area for almost 20 years
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Oh, so much nicer, cleaner, friendlier, and caring than previous nursing home experiences this last 6 months. They had 5 stars but can't imagine where they got them. Barss is the very best and my husband...
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.
Barss Residential in Fort Gratiot, Michigan provides assisted living residents with enjoyable lifestyles, safe housing, and services in lovely surroundings combined with outstanding amenities, activity programs, and caring staff. Here at Barss Residential we customize our care specifically for...
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12 reviews
I would highly recommend them. Mom only ended up being there less than a day and they were very gracious about all the turmoil involved in getting her to the hospital when we were out of town. Mom knew...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Three levels of care, under one roof!We'll take care of the maintenance, cooking, social events and more, so you can love life at our senior living community. You'll gain lasting memories, fellowship and friendships -- which are priceless.Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory CareYou...
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16 reviews
I really enjoy being at Porthaven Manor. I have been so welcomed by the other tenants. I can't wait to do some of the activities and meet more of my new neighbors. The apartments are so beautiful. It is a...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Porthaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 62 and older. As a resident of Porthaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment. We know that you will love the many advantages that Porthaven Manor has to offer as well...
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My mom has lived at Lake Huron Woods for almost 3 years and she loves it here. She loves the activities, the food and the staff. Everyone is so thoughtful and caring. She says it is like living on a...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Lake Huron Woods is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those 55 and better located in a beautifully wooded setting off Lake Shore Drive, just minutes north of downtown Port Huron. Lake Huron Woods offers luxurious one bedroom apartments, spacious two bedroom apartments and...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Independent living is designed to provide the optimum in convenience, socialization, and peace of mind. We combine the best in community activities and togetherness coupled with the privacy and independence of your own apartment. Let us help you with the cooking and housekeeping while you enjoy a...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Atkins, MI
The average cost of senior living in Atkins is $3,046 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lexington, MI with an average of $2,706 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Atkins
Recent reviews for independent living in Atkins
Residence on the St. Clair in Sarnia, ON
4.5
The staff seem to be quite attentive, there are some really good people there that will follow up. Everyone is pretty friendly. There have been some complaints about food, but they got a new chef recently, and it seems to be working out. They have been very accommodating. The activity director ...
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Leisure Manor Residence for Seniors in Richmond, MI
5.0
Visiting with a loved one, was so impressed with the outpouring of care by the staff. The caregivers work together so diligently as a team, very attentative to the residents, communication with the residents and families is superb, facility is clean, was offered to stay for lunch and enjoyed a ...
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Serene Gardens of Imlay City
4.5
Overall Angela's House is a nice, clean, friendly, and attentive place for a loved one. This is a smaller community, and has a homey feel compared to larger communities in the area.
The staff are good to work with if there are any questions or concerns that arise about my loved one.
Angela's ...
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Atkins independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Atkins independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Atkins, 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 Atkins 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 Atkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Atkins, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Atkins 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 Atkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Atkins, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Atkins 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 Atkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Atkins, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Blue Water Lodge, Sandalwood Creek and Mallards Landing of St. Clair are the top-rated independent living facilities near Atkins, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Atkins, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Atkins, Michigan is Holiday Blue Water Lodge. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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