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The cost of independent living in Bangor is about $3,614 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 192 options. Read 2351 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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Lakeview Battle Creek is a lovely facility with very caring staff. They provide plenty of activities, they are very accommodating, and it is a beautiful place! I highly recommend to anybody looking for...
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The other tenants were very nice and helpful toward my Mother. Far as board games etc. She has felt welcomed by others. There are some concerns with the toileting situation. She was not use to not wiping...
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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.
Located just off Portage Street is Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan's Washington Square Co-op Apartments, which specializes in senior housing. It's nestled in a park-like setting with its old, beautiful trees and garden areas which are used by residents, along with the picnic areas and other...
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Very well maintained senior community. Resident and Staff friendly. Shopping is very close by. Community does receive a monthly calendar of what events are happening. Residents are encouraged to submit ideas...
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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.
Residents of Whispering Pines enjoy peaceful community living in a wooded environment in Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, IN. Residents, 55 and older, live in nice apartments with well-kept grounds, mature trees and lush green lawns. Although, you may feel you're living in the country, in reality,...
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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.
Contemporary 1 and 2 bedrooms Closet Space Galore Dishwasher Garbage Disposal Washer and Dryer hook ups Fitness Room Library Elevator Community Center Featuring Speakers and monthly social events And so much more! WE ARE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED OFF PHOENIX ROAD. We are open Monday-Friday 9-5 and...
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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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I have lived at Golden Orchards for a year and a half. I like to be with people. Staff are very nice. I just love it here. I get along with everyone. TV could be better. DirecTV goes in and out with...
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.
LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Fennville, MI) — LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its...
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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.
Allegan Senior Residences is a brand new apartment community located in beautiful downtown Allegan, MI. We offer 20 independent apartment homes for those 55 and better! In walking distance to many great shops in downtown Allegan! Call today!
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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.
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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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I would recommend this community. Being in this area it was very convenient to get to. The staff bent over backwards to make the community a homey experience for my loved one and the other residents.
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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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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...
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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.
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...
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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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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...
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, 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.
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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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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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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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.
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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....
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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.
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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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...
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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...

Cost of independent living in Bangor, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bangor is $3,614 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,488 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bangor, MI vs. nearby cities

Bangor, MI
$3,614/mo
$3,716/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bangor, MI vs. the state and national average

Bangor, MI
$3,614/mo
U.S. national average
$4,072/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bangor vs. other types of senior living

$4,566/mo
Independent Living
$3,614/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bangor, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,692/mo
Studio
$4,952/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,705/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,117/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,000/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bangor over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bangor

Recent reviews for independent living in Bangor

American House Jenison

5.0
American House is a pet friendly facility. One and two bedroom apartments offered, continental breakfast available every single morning and a chef prepared noon meal consistently wonderful! All utilities and services included in the monthly rent - Ithis is a wonderful place to live!

Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living

5.0
Everyone was very friendly, helpful, and understanding with the whole process of us picking a place and then getting her moved in. The other residents were all so welcoming to my mom. She was making new friends from day one. There are always activities going on and a good variety of them. The ...
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Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and care shown by staff members towards residents at various communities. For instance, at Grand Woods Senior Apartments, the staff were described as 'incredible' and 'wonderful', and at StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the residents praise the 'kind, a ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. For example, at Rivertown Ridge, the community offers a lot of daily activities, exercise classes, and programs to keep residents active and engaged. At StoryPoint Wyoming, some residents have even reconne ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Royal Park Place, the meals and dining service are 'absolutely wonderful', and at StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the food is 'tasty with a lot of variety'. Some communit ...
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Clean and welcoming living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep of the community, both inside and out, are often highlighted in reviews. For instance, at StoryPoint Portage, the facility is described as 'fresh and new', and at StoryPoint Wyoming, the apartments are 'spacious and functional'. Residents also appreciate the aesthetic ...
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Supportive and accommodating community. Communities provide a sense of belonging and support for residents. At Grand Woods Senior Apartments, the community has a good variety of activities and special events, and residents have made many friends. Families have reported that their loved ones have settled in well and made the decision ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Management teams are commended for their attentiveness and responsiveness to residents' needs. For example, at NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC, the community has settled in well and the staff have been described as 'friendly and helpful'. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the residents are able to ...
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Bangor independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bangor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bangor, 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 Bangor 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 Bangor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Bangor 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 Bangor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bangor, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
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36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bangor 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 Bangor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bangor, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
37.6%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.9%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.9%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
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46.6%
Dances
Dances
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32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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There are 192 independent living facilities near Bangor, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Bangor, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Grand Rapids West and Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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