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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ellington, MI

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The cost of independent living in Ellington is about $3,318 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 107 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bad Axe, Caro and North Branch.

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It's as close to home that you can get. I am very satisfied being here, even though it's not home. I like that I can still drive and come and go as I want to.
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 Heritage Hill, a Leisure Living Community in Caro, Michigan, residents can enjoy a relaxing afternoon under the pergola on a sunny day or stay warm next to the fireplace during the winter. Our community provides each resident with open, comfortable spaces that encourage everyone to fully enjoy...
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Staff and administration work well together and when needed administration is out on the floor answering call lights, passing food trays, etc. I have found everyone supportive and caring. They also made...
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.
Bay View Gardens is a luxury retirement community designed with your retirement needs in mind.Just like family, we provide the assistance you may need to maintain a full and rich lifestyle while remaining as independent as possible. In addition to our Independent Living Facility, we offer an...
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The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment...
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.
Northwood Meadows is situated on over 18 acres of scenic rolling hills in Cass City and offers a variety of conveniences including a modern hospital, doctor offices, renal dialysis center, MRI center, dental offices, ophthalmology and optometry care.  Please call us for a personal tour...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Caro Alpine South are senior apartments located in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan, roughly fifteen miles from Lake Huron. Bracketed on the west by miles of farmland and on the east by the small city of Caro, residents enjoy a quiet, pollution free locale with beautiful clear skies day and night....
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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.
Are you looking for a place to bring your loved one and leave with a mind free from worry? Well look no further. Rendon’s Young At Heart A.F.C. is dedicated to providing an environment where your loved one is catered to with dignity and respect. It is our desire to offer top quality care and...
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
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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 Ellington, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ellington is $3,318 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millington, MI with an average of $2,763 per month.

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

Ellington, MI
$3,318/mo
$2,955/mo
$3,610/mo

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

Ellington, MI
$3,318/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$4,232/mo
Independent Living
$3,318/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,010/mo
Studio
$4,304/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,540/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,510/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Ellington

Recent reviews for independent living in Ellington

Vassar Comfort Care

5.0
Great facility. Very clean, and homey atmosphere. Every employee is very friendly and attentive to both the residents and visitors. This building feels like home even though you are not at home. Great place for your loved ones.

Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bad Axe, MI

5.0
This is by far the best community The care is top notch. The events. are plenty & so much fern. The most active community I have seen the most caring. And most important is that my mom is thriing.

Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care in Caro, MI

5.0
I am very happy here. The activities and outings are my favorite part. I like that I have a big room that seels like an apartment and have room for my visitors to be comfortable sitting with me.

Ellington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellington, 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 Ellington 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 Ellington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellington, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellington 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 Ellington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellington, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellington 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 Ellington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellington, MINational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
45.7%
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There are 10 independent living facilities near Ellington, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ellington, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care and Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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