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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Grand Rapids, MI

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The cost of independent living in East Grand Rapids is about $3,570 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 68 options. Read 1058 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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East Grand Rapids Independent Living Facilities | 1058 Reviews

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4 star
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2 star
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We are having a pretty good experience here so far. The people are great and they have really tried to work with us. Our loved one isn't doing so good, but they don't let us give up. We really liked the...
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.
Northview Manor, established in 1988, is a long term, adult foster care, assisted living facility for the elderly. We are licensed with the State of Michigan. Our family owned and operated facility combines the efforts of a caring support staff with modern conveniences to meet the physical and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nestled on an expansive 30-acre campus, Covenant Village offers the luxury of a country home that’s just three miles from downtown Grand Rapids. An indoor village center includes a pool, spa, sauna and steam room; health club; fellowship center; business, learning, wellness and banking centers;...
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in East Grand Rapids, MI

The average cost of senior living in East Grand Rapids is $3,570 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Springs, MI with an average of $3,391 per month.

Independent living costs in East Grand Rapids, MI, vs. nearby cities

East Grand Rapids, MI
$3,573/mo
$3,636/mo

Independent living costs in East Grand Rapids, MI, vs. state and national averages

East Grand Rapids, MI
$3,573/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in East Grand Rapids, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,227/mo
Independent Living
$3,573/mo

Independent living costs in East Grand Rapids, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,774/mo
Studio
$4,757/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,822/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,409/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,948/mo

Senior living costs in East Grand Rapids 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: East Grand Rapids, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Grand Rapids, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,573/mo$3,750/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,045/mo$4,251/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,227/mo$4,622/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
East Grand Rapids, MI:$3,573/mo
Michigan:$3,750/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
East Grand Rapids, MI:$4,045/mo
Michigan:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
East Grand Rapids, MI:$4,227/mo
Michigan:$4,622/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in East Grand Rapids, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Grand Rapids 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
East Grand Rapids, MI$3,253/mo$3,024/mo+7.6%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
East Grand Rapids, MI
2024 average cost:$3,253/mo
2023 average cost:$3,024/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in East Grand Rapids

Recent reviews for independent living in East Grand Rapids

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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Walnut Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Kentwood, MI

5.0
I am very pleased with the care at Care Cardinal. Their staff has been very supporrtive and goes above and beyond for the care of my mother.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the warmth and kindness displayed by the staff at various communities, such as Story Point, where residents and their families express gratitude for the dedicated caregivers and excellent communication. Staff members go above and beyond to create a welcoming environment.
Wide range of activities and events. Residents at different communities, including Holiday Lincoln Square and Cascade Trails Senior Living, enjoy the diverse activities and special events offered. These activities help residents stay engaged and active, with options including religious services, fitness classes, and social gatherin ...
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Delicious and diverse meal options. Quality food is highlighted in numerous reviews across different communities, such as Aurora Pond and Story Point. Chefs accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions to ensure residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Thoughtful and accommodating staff. At Holiday Aurora Pond and Baldwin House, staff members are praised for their ability to adjust to residents' needs and circumstances. These accommodations make the transition to senior living easier and more comfortable for both the residents and their families.
Great location and convenient amenities. Communities like Story Point and Cascade Trails Senior Living are appreciated for their desirable locations that offer easy access to nearby stores, restaurants, and medical facilities. Proximity to these amenities is a significant factor in overall satisfaction.
Active and supportive community atmosphere. Reviews from various communities, such as Story Point and Holiday Lincoln Square, mention the strong sense of community among residents. Friendships and support networks are formed, contributing to a positive and inclusive living experience.
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East Grand Rapids independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Grand Rapids independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Grand Rapids, 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 East Grand Rapids 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 East Grand Rapids partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Grand Rapids, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Grand Rapids 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 East Grand Rapids communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Grand Rapids, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Grand Rapids 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 East Grand Rapids offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Grand Rapids, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
41%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
46.4%
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