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The cost of independent living in Banfield is about $3,402 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 301 options. Read 3966 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.

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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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This is a wonderful place for your mother and father.they took such good care of my parents,wood recommendthis beautiful place to eveyone,the people are so compassionate. they made the move very easy for us....
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
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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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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.
Lakeview Meadows affordable 55 + senior living apartment homes with convenience, freedom and value, the very best in carefree living. We are located in the heart of Battle Creek, close to shopping, banking and medical facilities. We offer free heat, water, sewer & trash service. Spacious 1 & 2...
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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.
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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.
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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, 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: 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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This is a great place that is reasonable priced. Nice and kind people work here. The staff were always available to answer my questions or concerns the family had.
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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.
We provide assistance for someone in need of assisted living care. We are located in close proximity to Borgess Pipp Hospital Emergency Room. Our care services and close proximity to medical care make us a unique option in the area.
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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.
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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.
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Very nice apartment. The folks that live there are wonderful. Sorta like family.. It is a bit noisy coming from the upstairs apartment. I guess that is apartment life.. Even so, it's a very nice place to...
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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.
Emerald Park apartments provide senior housing in a country setting and providing amenities that will keep your days full, and your life style easy. This comfortable senior housing for seniors 55+ is located near Plainwell, Allegan County, Michigan. Community events are part of the daily...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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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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The willingness of the owner to support our loved ones transition into the home really stood out to us. It is a fairly new facility, it is clean and well equipped. We would recommend this community to a...
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.
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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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, 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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986.  As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers.  We...
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.
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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Crossroads is always friendly, clean, helpful & inviting. My mother has lived here for six years. She is 94. She feels safe & welcomed. Her health is failing but I feel she is safe & welcome (still) as well....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Crossroads Village Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Portage, MI. Portage, which is located in Kalamazoo County, is known for its historical parks and trail systems. Visitors and residents alike enjoy biking, walking and canoeing their way through this vibrant and welcoming...
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I am doing fine at Hope Woods. Things are going great here. I'm having a good time getting settled in and meeting new people. The staff is excellent. There are more activities than I can handle. They provide...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hope Woods offers spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes for adults over 55 years of age. Hope Woods is designed to promote the active lifestyles of our residents.Hope Woods is conveniently located in the hear of Oshtemo, just a short drive from many area grocery stores, restaurants, and...

Cost of independent living in Banfield, MI

The average cost of senior living in Banfield is $3,402 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermontville, MI with an average of $2,876 per month.

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

Banfield, MI
$3,402/mo
$3,685/mo

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

Banfield, MI
$3,402/mo
U.S. national average
$4,181/mo

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

$4,480/mo
Independent Living
$3,402/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,074/mo
Studio
$5,089/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,912/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,295/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,024/mo

Senior living costs in Banfield 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: Banfield, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBanfield, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,402/mo$3,754/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living$4,370/mo$4,256/mo$4,723/mo
Memory Care$4,480/mo$4,628/mo$4,979/mo
Independent Living
Banfield, MI:$3,402/mo
Michigan:$3,754/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Banfield, MI:$4,370/mo
Michigan:$4,256/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Memory Care
Banfield, MI:$4,480/mo
Michigan:$4,628/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
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Independent living costs in Banfield, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Banfield 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Banfield, MI$2,933/mo$2,927/mo+0.2%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Banfield, MI
2024 average cost:$2,933/mo
2023 average cost:$2,927/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Banfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Banfield

Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

Villa Maria in Grand Rapids, MI

5.0
They're doing an excellent job at Villa Maria, we'd give them top marks across the board! Everything they do here they do well! The facility itself is clean and well kept, the staff are all very friendly, they have plenty of activities, and the food is good! This was the first place we toured, ...
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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Banfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Banfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Banfield, 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 Banfield 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 Banfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Banfield, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Banfield 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 Banfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Banfield, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Banfield 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 Banfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Banfield, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.5%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20.4%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC, The Oaks at NorthPointe Woods and Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Banfield, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 301 independent living facilities near Banfield, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Banfield, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and StoryPoint Rockford. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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