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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Lansing, MI
The cost of independent living in East Lansing is about $3,110 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 56 options. Read 624 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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The staff and this community are wonderful. My loved one is in need of services now and I am ready to make a call back to get him services so that he can be in great care. My other loved one was only there...
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.
Divine Life Assisted Living Center is a family owned and operated Adult Foster Care (AFC) home licensed through the Michigan Department of Human Services Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing located in the beautiful DeWitt, Michigan! We are a 24 hour care home with 3 private bedrooms and 4...
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What we like the most about the Bickford of West Lansing is the staff. The staff members there are very caring. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families...
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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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The care at the community for my father is great. We like knowing that this community is clean and maintained. He likes the meals and the good variety. They do offer the activiites to the residents who want...
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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.
EASTBURY SUPPORTIVE LIVING CENTEROur assisted living property is located on the campus of Eastbury Supportive Living Center, in Lansing, MI. At Eastbury, residents shall experience an atmosphere of peace and well-being while receiving the personal care and support they need to achieve their full...
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The care that Prestige Way provides for its residents is top notch. The buildings are always clean and smell good. Food is great. The staff are always friendly and attentive to the residents needs. I highly...
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 Prestige Way Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Holt, MI) — LifeHOUSE Prestige Way has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its dedication to...
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Riverfront senior apts has a lot to offer. It's handicap accessible. Easy access to River trail. For those who like to walk , kayaking . Riverfront is close ito Capital city venues. Entertainment,...
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.
Conveniently situated in Downtown Lansing, Riverfront Apartments offers urban living at its best. Easy walking distance to the Riverwalk Trail and the Newly Renovated City Market, and just one block away from Lugnut Stadium. Riverfront Apartments is the place to for culture, diversity 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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I'm very pleased with Abbott Parkside, it's turned out to be a very nice place! It's nice and quiet, clean, and the people all seem very friendly. They also seem to have a good variety of activities. Really...
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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.
Abbott Parkside are senior apartments located in central Michigan in the residential district of East Lansing in Ingham County. Acres of lush trees and walking paths fill the adjacent Abbott Road Park, offering a beautiful location for year round outdoor activities. Also within easy walking...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village!Discover a senior living community where relationships are central, and team members work to anticipate your loved one's needs. When your loved one joins Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village, you’ll find individual neighborhoods with a smaller group of...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Benson Hills Apartments is an affordable senior housing apartment complex located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Haslett, Ingham County, MI. Benson Hills Apartments is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospital and medical facilities, restaurants, parks, coffee shops, and more....
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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, 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
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
COLONIAL WOODS A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME.COLONIAL WOODS IS A WELL MAINTAINED SENIOR COMMUNITY WITH ONE AND TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS. NESTLED IN A QUITE NEIGHBORHOOD WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO SHOPPING,PHARMACY,CHURCHES, CLOSE TO MANY GREAT PARKS AND RESTARAUNTS.WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN BEING A...
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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: 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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located near churches, shopping and medical facilities, our rental apartments are spacious and well designed. Delhi Stratford Place offers a wide range of rental rates with exceptional facilities, amenities and features.This elegant community contains BRAND NEW spacious one and two bedroom...
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I lived here from September 2018 through July 2019 and did not want to leave, but I had to move for my job. I LOVED the elevator and the convenience of getting groceries and furniture to my 2nd floor apt. My...
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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.
Comfort, convenience and quality living at it's finest. The Ivan Woods Community is designed to accommodate the needs of active adults 55 yrs and better. Conveniently located near several shopping centers, our 90 apartment home, 3 story building is equipped with an elevator, an exercise room, a...
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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
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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.
Cost of independent living in East Lansing, MI
The average cost of senior living in East Lansing is $3,110 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leslie, MI with an average of $2,876 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Lansing, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Lansing, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Lansing vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Lansing, MI by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in East Lansing
Recent reviews for independent living in East Lansing
Meadows of Owosso
4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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Provision Living at East Lansing
4.4
Facility is clean and airy, staff is very friendly, and excellent with residents, always very caring, and always smiling
Prestige Way in Holt, MI
5.0
Grandma always says the food here is amazing. When I come to visit it always smells like fresh cookies! Yum! It is great to visit here knowing everyone is cared for so well. The staff is kind and attentive. The cooks are friendly and always making something good. It is a great experience to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Residents and families at Independence Village of East Lansing praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for newcomers. Caregivers like Brenda go above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home.
Variety of activities for residents. Independence Village of East Lansing offers a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, including outings, games, and crafts, as noted in reviews for Independence Village of East Lansing, StoryPoint East Lansing, and Grandhaven Living Center.
Thoughtfully equipped apartments. Reviews for various communities mention the convenience of having kitchenettes and other amenities in their apartments, such as at Independence Village of East Lansing and Grandhaven Manor II, allowing residents to customize their living spaces.
Attentive and responsive staff. Communities like Independence Village of East Lansing and StoryPoint East Lansing have staff members who check on residents regularly and offer assistance when needed, ensuring residents' comfort and well-being.
Sense of community among residents. Many reviews express the importance of making new friends and being part of a supportive community, as noted in reviews for Independence Village of East Lansing, Grandhaven Living Center, and Independence Village of East Lansing.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Regular cleanliness and maintenance are crucial for a comfortable living environment, as mentioned by residents at Independence Village of East Lansing, StoryPoint East Lansing, and Grandhaven Manor II, with staff addressing issues promptly.
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East Lansing independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Lansing independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Lansing, 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 Lansing 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 Lansing 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
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Availability of select dining options in East Lansing 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 Lansing communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Lansing, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Lansing 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 Lansing offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Lansing, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of East Lansing, Grace Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Grand Ledge are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Lansing, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 56 independent living facilities near East Lansing, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Lansing, Michigan are Independence Village of East Lansing, Grace Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Grand Ledge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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