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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.
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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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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This is from my perspective...however since my 96 year old mother is checking herself out Friday...against my wishes...she would give a different point of view. She wanted to go home and took very little...
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.
Designed for retirees and seniors, you will find that Chestnut Fields provides the very best in retirement living with a focus on independent and personalized living spaces within a community atmosphere.  The unique "Town Square" concept features an interior streets cape complete with...
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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: 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.
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The Village is lovely, the staff is pleasant and the activities are plentiful. My mom resisted leaving her home but within the first month loved her apartment and the complex. She no longer misses her car...
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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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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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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 had an amazing experience there with my mother. She was there for a respite stay. We went away on a short vacation and was really worried about my mother being home alone so we brought there for 3 weeks....
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.
Seminole Shores Living Center is a beautiful licensed assistant living center located in North Shores, Michigan. We offer cozy studio and one bedroom apartments, equipped with all utilities, a nightstand, blinds, and much more. Residents are free to bring personal items such as chairs, lamps...
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My loved one spent some time here last year. The community is clean and the staff were nice. My loved one felt this community was just a little to quiet for them. The rooms were larger than at the community...
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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 offer care-free living that brings together a close-knit group of new neighbors and friends. Nested into a wooded area of Norton Shores, our uniquely designed apartments give you elegant surroundings and worry-free living that makes this your ideal new home.
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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.
We are committed to providing independent senior living with a high level of quality service. Located one mile from the shores of Lake Michigan on a beautifully wooded lot in the city of Ludington, MI, life at Sherman Oaks Manor allows you to enjoy both the beauty of nature and the convenience...
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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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The Agape Home at Blueberry Fields was where my father spent last few weeks. The staff was very friendly and caring.You could contact them anytime you had a question or if your loved one had a question or...
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.
Our mission is to minister God's agape love to every resident. This agape love is an unconditional and giving love. Since its establishment in 1989, the Agape Home has been dedicated to serving the physical, social, and spiritual needs of older adults. You will experience excellence in loving...
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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.
Our mission is to minister God's agape love to every resident. This agape love is an unconditional and giving love. The Agape Home at Blueberry Fields has been dedicated to serving the physical, social, and spiritual needs of older adults since it opened in 2010. You will experience excellence in...
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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: 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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Very helpful and friendly staff Very good about answering call buttons quickly Do a pretty good job keeping track of foods people do not/ Cannot eat
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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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family 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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Ferry, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ferry is $3,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pentwater, MI with an average of $2,541 per month.

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

Ferry, MI
$3,306/mo
$3,188/mo
$3,131/mo

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

Ferry, MI
$3,306/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

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

$3,677/mo
Independent Living
$3,306/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,589/mo
Studio
$4,856/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,732/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,356/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Ferry over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Ferry

Recent reviews for independent living in Ferry

White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whitehall, MI

5.0
Everything was wonderful. 5 . I was disappointed that they took the cats away. I know my mom would have enjoyed them as I'm sure the cats enjoyed all the attention. Based on the experience we have had so far, I would of course recommend this community to other families!

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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White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the exceptional care and compassion shown by staff members at various communities, such as StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, StoryPoint Rockford, and Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, resulting in strong bonds between residents and their caregivers.
Wide variety of activities for residents. Residents express enthusiasm for the numerous activities offered at communities like StoryPoint Rockford, StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, and Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, which engage and stimulate their minds and social lives.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, including StoryPoint Rockford, StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, and Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, where residents enjoy spending time in beautifully kept facilities.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Residents at StoryPoint Rockford, StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, and Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou appreciate the high-quality food and individualized meal options, making mealtimes a joy and an anticipated part of their day.
Engaging social atmosphere. Communities like StoryPoint Rockford, StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, and Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou offer a vibrant social scene, where residents enjoy meeting new people and participating in group activities.
Supportive and open communication between staff and families. Several reviews highlight the importance of transparency and regular communication between staff and families, as seen at communities such as StoryPoint Rockford, StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, and Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, where families feel informed and connected.
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Ferry independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ferry independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ferry, 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 Ferry 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 Ferry partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ferry, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Ferry 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 Ferry communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ferry, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ferry 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 Ferry offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ferry, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
20.3%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
45.8%
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White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and StoryPoint Grand Rapids West are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ferry, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 85 independent living facilities near Ferry, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ferry, Michigan are White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and StoryPoint Grand Rapids West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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