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The cost of independent living in Eau Claire is about $3,561 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 51 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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It is expensive. Drained mom of any savings she had so when she passed us kids had to pay for the funeral. Administrative staff maybe a 3. They were great getting her in there then just seemed to drop off...
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.
At Forest Glen, a Leisure Living Community in Dowagiac, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a sunny summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Our assisted living residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local...
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My wife was cared for very well at Caretel. The staff was friendly and helpful. The facility was well equipped with rehab equipment, activities, snack bar,etc. the only negative was that my wife was not...
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.
Caretel Inns St. Joseph is a senior living campus, built in 1995 and renovated in 2011, it continues to be a long-standing health care community in the St. Joseph and surrounding area. Caretel specializes in assisted living, memory care, and post-acute rehabilitation. Our compassionate care...
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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, 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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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.
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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.
Petronas Country Home Inc. is located in Baroda, MI in Berrien County. This residential care home provides the support that you need in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Berrien enjoy checking out the areas wineries and all that they have to offer. Petronas Country Home...
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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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Cost of independent living in Eau Claire, MI

The average cost of senior living in Eau Claire is $3,561 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, MI with an average of $3,273 per month.

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

Eau Claire, MI
$3,561/mo
$3,589/mo

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

Eau Claire, MI
$3,561/mo
U.S. national average
$4,050/mo

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

$4,611/mo
Independent Living
$3,561/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$5,634/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,991/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Eau Claire

Recent reviews for independent living in Eau Claire

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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Woodland Terrace in Bridgman, MI

5.0
They have just been really good and very caring. The staff is really well trained and professional. We are really very pleased with the experience that we are having at Woodland Terrace.

Whispering Pines in Mishawaka, IN

5.0
This is a great place to live. It is up beat and very comfortable and safe and locked. The staff that are here are great and very prompt if we need anything.

Eau Claire independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Eau Claire independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Eau Claire, 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 Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Eau Claire, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Eau Claire, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Eau Claire, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46%
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, StoryPoint Granger and Cedarhurst of Edison Lakes are the top-rated independent living facilities near Eau Claire, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Eau Claire, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Eau Claire, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living and StoryPoint Granger. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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