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The cost of independent living in Elm is about $2,647 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 541 options.

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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.
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Every staff member was very helpful at all times. There was never a time when they did not get back to me about a problem. My husband was not an easy person to deal with in the last month. They went above...
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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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: 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.
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.
McAuley Commins is a section 8 202 community located in Detroit. Resident’s portion of the monthly rent is determined on the ability to pay but will not be more than 30% or their annual income.
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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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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.
Grovecrest Assisted LivingThe Grovecrest Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Pontiac, Michigan. For many years, this area has been known as a hub of activity in Michigan. If you are looking for a city with endless amounts of activities to partake in, then Pontiac, MI is just for...
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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.
Pomeroy Living Rochester Assisted is a state-licensed senior community offering specialized care in a luxurious state-of-the art setting. Pomeroy Assisted Living offers residents support for activities of daily living to promote a level of independence while maintaining the elegant 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.
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, 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.
Estabrooks Havencrest provides only “Excellent care” for the elderly. Weekly visitis are made by our house physician. Nurse on call 24hrs. We administer medication and maintain a 24 hr “awake” staff. We care for dementia. Alzheimer’s and hospice care is available. We are family owned and operated.
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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.
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We overall have a really good experience with Waterford Oaks. Unfortunately the price went up and it just got too expensive for what we could afford.
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.
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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.
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: 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.
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: 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.
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: 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.
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I gave a 5 rating, because it is every thing I thought it would be. I call the Gibraltar Manor my family. The 4 rating is , the rent is a little higher than I expected, but me and my husband love it here....
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.
We are a senior independant apartment community for those 55 years of age and better. We have one and two bedroom apartments that start of in price from $ 657.00 for a one bedroom and $779.00 for two bedroom. We are a tax credit community that also has Market rate apartments avaiable.
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The staff really cares about there residents. They make sure my grandma gets involved with arts and grafts, movies and popcorn to right down just saying goodnight to her everyday,with home cook meals. This...
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.
Here at St. Joseph's Manor we provide assisted living for the Detroit community. We offer three levels of care: Level I Independent Plus. residents at this level are functionally independent or require minimal assistance with mobility, dressing, grooming and bathing and are mentally alert. They...

Cost of independent living in Elm, MI

The average cost of senior living in Elm is $2,647 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Troy, MI with an average of $2,504 per month.

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

Elm, MI
$2,647/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Elm, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,920/mo
Independent Living
$2,647/mo

Independent living costs in Elm, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,390/mo
Studio
$3,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,019/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,986/mo

Senior living costs in Elm 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: Elm, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElm, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,647/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,359/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,920/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Elm, MI:$2,647/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Elm, MI:$5,359/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Elm, MI:$5,920/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Elm, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elm 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 average 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
Elm, MI$2,680/mo$2,653/mo+1.0%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Elm, MI
2024 average cost:$2,680/mo
2023 average cost:$2,653/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,821/mo
2023 average cost:$2,761/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elm

Recent reviews for independent living in Elm

Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior ...
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Elm independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elm independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elm, 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 Elm 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 Elm partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elm, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elm 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 Elm communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elm, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elm 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 Elm offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elm, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
46.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

American House Livonia Senior Living, Hutcheson Manor and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elm, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 541 independent living facilities near Elm, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elm, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Oakhaven Manor. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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