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The cost of independent living in Forster is about $2,647 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 438 options.

Read 9701 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Clair, Sterling Heights and Grosse Pointe.

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Photo of Porthaven Manor
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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Everyone was super helpful, caring and very friendly. My apartment was very comfortable, I especially loved having a door that went to the outside. Easy access to my car, friends and family just walked in...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Porthaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 62 and older. As a resident of Porthaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment. We know that you will love the many advantages that Porthaven Manor has to offer as well...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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What we like the most about Park House Southfield is the multiple services that are available, and we would recommend them to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Park at Franklin
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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[name removed] was amazing as the sales manager , [name removed] helped with all the work orders to get the apartment up to expectations, [name removed] is wonderful with her daily activities...so far so...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Park at Franklin has proudly served the elderly of Metro Detroit since 1978. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with options. Park at...
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My overall experience has been good. My wife is in the memory care unit. The caregivers seemed very caring and there is always one present for the residence. Overall cleanliness of the building is good but...
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.
Life flourishes at The Avalon of Auburn Hills. Residents enjoy an abundance of amenities including a chapel, workshop, on-site theatre, chef prepared meals and more — all incorporated into a vibrant city boulevard and town center design. The Avalon of Auburn Hills is where seniors can find the...
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Photo of The Pines Senior Living
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A Place for Mom gave me permission to grieve my father's decline due to dementia while providing an unexpected level of emotional support I needed to make this decision. Placing my dad in his senior assisted...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 The Pines Senior Living, a premier Independent living community owned and operated by Titan SenQuest in Sterling Heights, Michigan.Our independent living community provides the versatility and benefits of being in your own home without the burdens and complexities of everyday life. Our...
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Photo of American House Hampton Village
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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41 reviews
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My dad has been living at American House Hampton Village since [date removed]. We have been so impressed with not just the recruiting/welcoming process that was lead by [name removed] where both my dad and I...
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.
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Photo of Brookdale Troy
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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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.
This is a great place to live a great life.For seniors looking for assisted living, but who aren’t willing to compromise quality of life, our community might be the perfect choice. You’ll find us  located in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Michigan, which is an upscale town that consistently...
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Photo of American House Sterling Meadows Senior Living
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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40 reviews
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The manager, Alan is wonderful, they accept PACE even though it's not a nursing home. When my Dad broke his hip both the in-house nurse and the PACE nurse were very helpful. Transportation goes above and...
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.
Bright, modern senior apartments with the warmth of a family community in the heart of the East-side suburbs, American House Sterling Meadows is located north of 14 Mile Road and ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Sterling Heights, Fraser,...
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44 Floor plans available
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They workers took excellent care of my Mom and was always very polite to her. My Mom absolutely loved the place before she passed away. Highly recommended Shelby Comfort Care. The facility was always clean,...
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.
All Inclusive Pricing! Shelby Comfort Care! Now part of a Michigan-based group of quality care providers.!At Shelby Comfort Care we provide seniors with a caring assisted living community to call their own. The assisted living community offers a staff that is supportive of all residents,...
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Photo of Hampton Manor of Woodhaven
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I toured the Woodhaven location first. It is a very nice facility. I asked A LOT of tough questions and the man who gave me the tour was stunned but had an answer for all of them. He said he was surprised...
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.
What truly sets us apart is not just the beautiful building with bright sunlit hallways and beautiful furnishing, It's our staff! They are exemplary. The residents treat one another like family. It is truly a wonderful place to live. Our leases are month to month so new residents and families...
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Photo of Leisure Manor Residence for Seniors
66 Photos available
8.6
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8.6
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Not many activities. Leisure Manor will let you eat in your room, but encourages the residents to eat in the dining room. Smaller building and only one level.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Find personalized care and a vibrant lifestyle at Leisure Manor Residence for Seniors. Located in Richmond, Michigan, this community offers assisted living and memory care services in a residential environment where seniors will enjoy thoughtful programming, exciting activities, and top-notch...
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Photo of Bickford of Shelby Township
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8.6
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Bickford has been a wonderful home for my Mom. The 2 rooms are large enough and very comfortable with a big closet and ample storage in the bathroom too. They keep it clean and empty garbages several times a...
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.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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Photo of American House Westland Venoy Senior Living
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Well, so far so good. It seems like they're taking good care of my father-in-law. Every time I go, it smells fresh and clean.
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.
A comfortable, convenient one-story community, American House Westland-Venoy is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Westland, Wayne, Garden City, and Livonia. American House Westland-Venoy is also located close to hospitals including St. Mary...
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Photo of Fairmont of Farmington Hills
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8.5
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The staff was very good and friendly. Took really good care of residents. Checked in on residents regularly. The food was always pretty good with varied menus. The rooms and dining room always seemed very...
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.
Conveniently located just off I-696 and Route 10 in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Fairmont Senior Living of Farmington Hills offers Assisted Living and Memory Care services tailored to the individual needs of each resident who calls our community home.Fairmont Senior Living offers a continuum of...
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Photo of Stonefield of Clinton Township
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Everyone is very friendly and I feel very safe. The place is lovely and they have fun things to do. Games, puzzles and activities
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The 113-unit community consists of 65 one-bedroom apartments, and 48 two-bedroom apartment homes. Amenities include patios or balconies, walk in closets, and in unit washer and dryers. Each apartment also features a complete open concept kitchen with an island, granite counter tops, and...
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Photo of Sandalwood Creek Assisted Living
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I recently had to put my mother in an assisted living/memory care facility. We chose Sandalwood Creek because the place was warm and welcoming and seemed something my mom would feel comfortable at. I am so...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Since 1997, Wadhams Creek (D & J Home Care, Inc.) 'Where All Roads Lead to Home'..has been providing residential care to those in need. We offer independent or assisted living, plus memory and respite care. Our residents are cared for 24 hours a day/7 days a week, by our skilled, warm and...
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Photo of Lourdes Senior Community
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The facility is very well maintained and clean. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy and everyone is super nice! Lots of activities if you choose to participate. Healthy and delicious...
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.
With over a sixty-year history of caring, Lourdes Senior Community remains committed to providing leading-edge senior care for future generations.We offer:-Independent Living Apartments-Assisted Living Apartments-Memory Care Studios-Beautiful Grounds-On Site Health Clinic-Activities-Restorative...
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Photo of The Neighborhoods of White Lake
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The staff took such good care of my father while he was there. They were warm, kind and welcoming to him as well as our family. I never worried about his safety or security. The Neighborhoods became a home...
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.
Photo of Bridgeway Park Canton
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I really like the layout of this facility (4 buildings, all one level, 20 rooms each). They're in the middle of a major renovation and the newest building looks very nice. Hope the other buildings are...
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.
Crystal Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care is a charming, quaint, and cozy assisted living community located in Canton, Michigan. The campus offers four small secured one level homes each with an outdoor enclosed patio. Each home has spacious community gathering areas designed for...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at New Baltimore
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It feels as if the staff takes a personal interest in our mother. The administration is available by text for any questions or concerns. They were very accommodating when we had to place our mom at...
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.
Prestige Commons offers a unique living environment with three distinct areas of senior care including independent with services, assisted living and memory care. We are a full service facility offering 24 hour care and extensive on site services such as physicians visits, Physical, Occupational...
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Photo of Orchard Hills
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8.4
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59 reviews
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As for the Bradford Senior Assisted Living, the experience for my mother-in-law has been good for her! She's still adjusting, but we get to see her more. Also, she's close enough for us to see her on a...
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.
At The Bradford Senior Living, you or your loved one can look forward to finding a welcoming community, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping. With a wide range of amenities and...
Photo of Magnolia by the Lakes
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My parents have lived at magnolia for a few months now and they absolutely love it. I was a very happy with the care staff. They are attentive and always check on my mom especially who needs 2 hour checks...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Magnolia by the Lakes is the premier waterfront senior living community in Oakland County. Located between the majestic Cass and Sylvan lakes and in the heart of Oakland County, Magnolia offers stunning views in an impossible to beat location. With both Independent and Assisted Living, Magnolia...
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Photo of American House Dearborn Heights Senior Living
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The food choices are pretty poor. I wish it was healthier and more flavorful. We would recommend American House to other families
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Providing studio apartments in the main building and ranch-style independent living 'villas' in the campus beyond, American House Dearborn Heights is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Redford, Livonia, and Westland....
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Photo of American House Southgate Senior Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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Staff was friendly and helpful, my Aunt [name removed] was happy there. Of course the fire was RATHER INCONVENIENT. The staff did a good job after the fire in trying to be as helpful as possible.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in the heart of Downriver, Southgate is home to numerous dining experiences, golf courses and neighborhood parks. Minutes from the freeway and Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Southgate boasts close proximity to neighboring downriver communities such as Riverview, Wyandotte, Woodhaven,...
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Photo of Baldwin House Lakeside Senior Living
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.3
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Apt is good size for 1-2 people. It's cozy. Staff seems very nice. He's not involved in the activities, but there seems to be a lot of it. He stopped going down for breakfast and lunch. He didn't like...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Comprised of two buildings at the heart of Macomb County's thriving Lakeside area, Baldwin House Lakeside is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Clinton Township, Utica, Macomb Township, and Mt. Clemens. Baldwin House Clinton Township is also...
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Cost of independent living in Forster, MI

The average cost of senior living in Forster is $2,647 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lapeer, MI with an average of $2,411 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Forster 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
Forster, 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%
Forster, 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 Forster

Recent reviews for independent living in Forster

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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Comfort Cove Senior Living in West Bloomfield, MI

4.8
American House is a very nice facility to live at. The residents make you feel right at home after you move in. I highly recommend this for you or your loved ones. Great staff. The food is not too good, but everything else is GREAT! The staff and the facility. All are very friendly and outgoing.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the communities, with residents and staff forming close relationships. At Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, new friendships are made through a variety of activities, and families appreciate the caring nature of the staff at Ame ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Residents and their families consistently praise the quality of the meals provided in the communities, with several reviews specifically mentioning the delicious food at Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, StoryPoint Chesterfield, and Lockwood of Clinton.
Variety of activities to encourage socializing. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at the communities, from games and crafts to outings and entertainment. Residents of Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living and American House Lakeshore enjoy the social opportunities and make new friends.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with comments about clean apartments and facilities at StoryPoint Chesterfield and Lockwood of Clinton, and the overall neatness of Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living.
Personalized care and attention. Several reviews mention the individualized care and attention provided by staff, helping residents feel cared for and comfortable. Families share stories of how the caregivers went above and beyond at Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, American House Lakeshore, and Lockwood of Clinton.
Thoughtfully planned activities and events. Reviews mention the thoughtful planning of activities and events at the communities, creating opportunities for residents to engage and socialize. At Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, residents appreciate the variety of activities, while at American House Lakeshore and Lockwood of Clint ...
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Forster independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forster independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forster, 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 Forster 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 Forster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forster, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Forster 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 Forster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forster, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
36.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forster 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 Forster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forster, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Oasis of Clarkston are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forster, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 438 independent living facilities near Forster, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Forster, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Oasis of Clarkston. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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