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The cost of independent living in Barry County is about $3,493 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 304 options. Read 4285 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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Photo of Quincy Place Senior Living
2929 Photos available
9.4
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What we like the most about the community is the newer build, the nice units, the friendly residents and all of the activities they have to offer. Yes, we would 100% recommend Quincy Place Senior Living to...
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.
Quincy Place Senior Living - A Traditions Community, offers well-appointed Independent Living, as well as thoughtful, expert, Assisted Living and Memory Care, designed to encourage independence, dignity and well-being.Located just six miles from historic downtown Holland and the waterfront,...
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Photo of Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care
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9.4
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The staff is friendly, well trained and take time to learn the family's names, my moms name and things about her. I have even received calls from staff if they are concerned about anything! The facility is...
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.
Welcome to Riley's Grove Assisted Living & Memory Care! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level,...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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57 reviews
9.3
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We are very happy with the care of our mother. 5. The apartment is clean including the bathroom. The staff is polite and friendly. The nurse gives us updates on a regular basis.
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.
Sunrise of Cascade is a single level, Arts and Crafts style building offering assisted living and secured memory care. We are conveniently located just East of I-96 and the 28th Street exit on Charlevoix Drive in Grand Rapids, MI. Charlevoix Drive is a quiet street but close to shopping,...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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Brookdale was an excellent choice for my sister's needs. The family vibe starts with the comfy furniture on the front porch. Each hallway is a little community eating meals together each day. All the...
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.
When you need help with a few minor things so you can enjoy the important things, then Brookdale Portage in Portage, Mich., may be just the place you’re looking for. Our assisted living community offers a lifestyle that celebrates and encourages independence while providing the comfort of an...
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Photo of Hathaway Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care
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9.3
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I would rate each of these at a 5. We are very pleased with all aspects of Hathaway Hills! It's really clean and dad's apartment is very comfortable with a nice view and yard right out his sliding glass...
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.
Welcome to Hathaway Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level,...
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Very reasonable rent. Apartment was very nice on move-in with brand-new carpet and an open kitchen into the living room. I haven’t tried the meals yet, but I’ve joined several activities and especially enjoy...
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.
Centre Meadows offers beautiful one and two bedroom luxury apartments. Our apartment homes feature modern appliances, granite countertops, washer and dryer in each apartment and ample space for all of your personal treasures. We are conveniently located in the heart of Portage, MI and only a few...
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I often visit my aunt at this facility. The other residents always look happy and are engaging with each other. The residents enjoy decorating for upcoming holidays. They have self-directed activities and...
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.
We provide an intimate, home-like setting where staff and residents interact like family. We're rethinking and redesigning how to care for residents. The goal for these communities is to provide a tailored approach to comfort for our valued community member's that pledges dedicated care where all...
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Great and because of the small size. I don't feel that she is just a number here. Definitely, very friendly staff and very helpful.
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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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IT is a very peaceful atmosphere and yes we would absolutely, recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Vicinia Gardens of Otsego, MI is a warm, welcoming community that offers personalized care plans developed to meet the needs of our residents fully and efficiently. Private one bedroom apartments including a private bathroom, living room, closet and bedroom, your loved on will feel right at home!...
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Photo of Grainhouse Grove
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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52 reviews
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What we like the most about Grainhouse Grove is the consistency of care. Good food and snacks. Activities and accommodations. Clean facilities and open areas.
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.
Give New Meaning to Living WellYou can have it all: resort-style living, a lovely, spacious apartment, and Assisted Living care that values your individual needs. Our community in Battle Creek, Michigan offers all the amenities of home and then some, including tree-lined walking paths, an on-site...
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Photo of Sentinel Pointe
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9.1
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34 reviews
9.1
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They were great to work with but we needed to find a facility with additional services to better support my Mom. I would recommend to others.
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.
Sentinel Pointe is a rental community that does not require a buy-in or long term lease. Residents are able to live in place by adding on assistance, including physical therapy and hospice, in the comfort of their own apartment. Every apartment at Sentinel Pointe includes emergency call system,...
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Photo of American House Holland
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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Staff are all very nice also enjoyable to be around. Since we are Independent, there is not much care. There is a person here who you can hire to clean your apartment. There are apartments in a different...
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.
American House Holland is, as our name suggests, located in the beautiful town of Holland, Michigan. Over the past two decades since our campus was established, we have created a reputation for excellence in all areas of senior care. Depending on your loved one's needs, we are offer both...
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Photo of StoryPoint East Lansing
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9.1
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The staff is very nice to all the people living here, but it's the friendliness of the people living here that's the best. The apartments are large and comfortable and the people are very unpretentious.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint East Lansing! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every moment of...
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Photo of American House Meridian
1010 Photos available
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We have a bus to take people almost anywhere. Including church. I help some if they need a ride and/or walking dogs. Not sure about others but we have many workers that came here from places because they...
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.
American House Meridian is set to open in January of 2024! Our newest Independent Living community, American House Meridian, offers a vibrant lifestyle in a warm and welcoming environment. An appealing modern architectural style features clean lines and distinctive details throughout, including...
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Photo of Red Cedar Lodge Senior Living
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Good size room and close. The staff was very nice and supportive. Several activities and games and also a prayer chapel. Beauty Salon and outdoor patio.. Food was average.
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.
At Red Cedar Lodge Senior Living, we pride ourselves on offering a range of assisted living and memory care services that set us apart from the rest. We bring a resort-style experience to everyday life, where our residents are free to enjoy themselves, forge meaningful connections, and pursue...
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Overall the cleanliness is outstanding and staff is great. There is no dining at Kensington but the activities my mom does, she really enjoys.
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.
Kensington Senior Living is a newly developed facility to provide elegant, peaceful living for individuals ages 55 and over.Kensington Senior Living features 64 units independent living apartments with various floor plan options. The community provides a comfortable living environment tailored...
Photo of Grandhaven Manor
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Grand Haven Manor is a clean, well maintained facility. The apartment sizes are just right for one or two people. There are many amenities, though some require additional fees. The location is very nice,...
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.
Grandhaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 55 and older. As a Resident of Grandhaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment or one of our beautiful cottages with attached garages. We know that you will love the...
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Photo of Lakeside Village 55+ Waterfront Community on Wabasis Lake
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I love lakeside living, the beautiful sunsets. It's a great community of people. Living here on a lake is like a small taste of heaven! I love it!
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
ENJOY AFFORDABLE AND PRIVATE LAKEFRONT LIVING FOR 55+ ON WABASIS LAKE! If you love amazing sunsets and the sound of the wind in the trees, you will love Lakeside Village!Conveniently located only 15 minutes due east of Rockford, MI, 15 minutes southwest of Greenville, MI and 30 minutes to...
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Moved here in [Date Removed] been a wonderful and amazing experiencve. Everyone is extremely friendly, could'nt ask for a more friendly home.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Forest Hills (formerly Provision Living at Forest Hills)! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include active adult, assisted living and memory...
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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The staff are very helpful and friendly. The facility is clean and updated and very attractive. My husband and are very happy here. I can't comment on the food because we don't buy it we have a full kitchen...
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.
At Addington Place of Lakeside Vista, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, our seasoned and dedicated staff, first-rate...
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My mother has been in Burcham for almost 2 years in memory care. Great care! My father has been in 4 areas of Burcham in the last 6 months. The staff have made his transitions painless and as easy as...
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.
Burcham Hills is an assisted living community located in beautiful East Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan. When visiting here, you can enjoy 38 beautiful acres of land. When your family visits with you, they can take walks on the many walking paths throughout the community to spend enjoyable time...
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Everyone has been wonderful helping Mom adjust. Very clean, lots of activities going. Very Happy here. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
LakeHouse Kalamazoo offers empathetic care in a peaceful neighborhood setting. We are located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, just one mile west of Western Michigan University and our residents enjoy all of the recreational, educational and cultural opportunities that the university offers. We offer...
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The nursing staff is very good. They know if something is off with my mom and call me right away. Her medications are given as ordered by the doctor which is great because mom would forget to take them all...
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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I don't have a single complaint. The apartments are roomy and comfortable. The staff are friendly and helpful. I appreciate the fact that they periodically organize family gatherings for holidays. My mother...
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.
At LakeHouse Three Rivers we combine serene country living with the convenience and security of a lively senior community. We are located in the north end of the small town of Three Rivers, Michigan. We are located one mile west of Hidden Marsh Sanctuary which is a popular destination for our...
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Some people living hear complain of things not getting done but I have not had the need for extra services so I can't say personally. So far so good. The facility is top notch! very friendly. There seem to...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Barry County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Barry County is $3,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermontville, MI with an average of $2,888 per month.

Independent living costs in Barry County, MI, vs. nearby counties

Barry County, MI
$3,493/mo
$3,487/mo
$3,271/mo

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

Barry County, MI
$3,493/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

Independent living costs in Barry County, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,523/mo
Independent Living
$3,493/mo

Independent living costs in Barry County, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,900/mo
Studio
$3,189/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,610/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,464/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,024/mo

Senior living costs in Barry County 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: Barry County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarry County, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,493/mo$3,821/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$4,341/mo$4,310/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,523/mo$4,696/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Barry County, MI:$3,493/mo
Michigan:$3,821/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Barry County, MI:$4,341/mo
Michigan:$4,310/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Barry County, MI:$4,523/mo
Michigan:$4,696/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Barry County, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barry County 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
Barry County, MI$2,944/mo$2,956/mo-0.4%
Michigan$2,704/mo$2,671/mo+1.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Barry County, MI
2024 average cost:$2,944/mo
2023 average cost:$2,956/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,704/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
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 Barry County

Recent reviews for independent living in Barry County

Byron Manor in Byron Center, MI

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Care Cardinal Byron Center and overall we have been pleased so far. They were very prompt when we stopped in to check the openings available in the Independent Living area, returned our call and we had an apartment to tour the next day. The meals are to my ...
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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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Barry County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barry County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barry County, 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 Barry County 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 Barry County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barry County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Barry County 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 Barry County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barry County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
27.5%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barry County 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 Barry County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barry County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.1%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
20.3%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.6%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.4%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC and Stone Ridge Adult Foster Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barry County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 304 independent living facilities near Barry County, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Barry County, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and StoryPoint Abbot Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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