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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Frankenmuth, MI

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The cost of independent living in Frankenmuth is about $2,585 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 233 options.

Read 3849 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 Flint, Saginaw and Davison.

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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: 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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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.
There's no place like home. When you can not live alone but a nursing home is not the answer for you, Rockwell Assisted Living is here to provide you a beautiful, loving and secure environment very similar to home. Because our standards are among the highest in the country, we know that you and...
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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.
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.
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
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Park Colony is an Elderly,62 years of age or older/Disabled of any age community, nestled in a wooded setting located in Ithaca, MI All of our apartments are one level.
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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
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.
Here at Ithaca AFC, we provide you with fantastic senior care and assisted living benefits. We pride ourselves with providing elderly people treatment and shelter for their needs. Our facility is located in Ithaca, MI. We provide care and housing to elderly who cannot function correctly due to...
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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: 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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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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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: 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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My mom lived her last seven months of life, joy and peace at Orion Oaks assisted living in memory care. It could not have been a better experience for her or me. I would highly recommend Orient oaks anyone.
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.
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.
Heritage Place is a section 8 202 community located in downtown Lake Orion. 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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Overall I think they're doing a great job at The Horizon taking care of my loved one. The staff are all very caring, and the facility itself is clean and nice looking. The food they serve is good, and...
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.
The Horizon Senior Living IV is an assisted living community that is located in Standish, Michigan. The Horizon Senior Living is family owned and operated, so they are determined to provide the best care. The staff at this assisted living facility are determined to make your loved ones feel safe...
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.
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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.
Masonic Pathways, a CCRC for both Masons and non-Masons, has been serving seniors in the friendly community of Alma, Michigan for nearly 100 years. Whether you choose to live independently, require assistance, rehabilitation or skilled nursing we have a lifestyle to suit your needs within our...
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Cost of independent living in Frankenmuth, MI

The average cost of senior living in Frankenmuth is $2,585 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flint, MI with an average of $2,438 per month.

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

Frankenmuth, MI
$2,585/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,829/mo
Independent Living
$2,585/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,499/mo
Studio
$2,928/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,010/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,896/mo

Senior living costs in Frankenmuth 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: Frankenmuth, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFrankenmuth, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,585/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,875/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,829/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Frankenmuth, MI:$2,585/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Frankenmuth, MI:$4,875/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Frankenmuth, MI:$5,829/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Frankenmuth, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Frankenmuth 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
Frankenmuth, MI$2,655/mo$2,665/mo-0.3%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Frankenmuth, MI
2024 average cost:$2,655/mo
2023 average cost:$2,665/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Frankenmuth

Recent reviews for independent living in Frankenmuth

Meadows of Owosso

4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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The Pines of Burton

5.0
The Pines of Burton is the perfect setting for my mom. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting and smells nice. She loves her apartment which we decorated with her own furnishings so it is very nice and homey. I have dined there with my mom and the food is ...
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The Oaks at Woodfield in Grand Blanc, MI

5.0
I have had a wonderful experience while having my father at The Oaks. I am at the facility daily, and the staff have all been AMAZING! The nurses and aides are compassionate toward my father and the family, acitivites are offered throughout the entire day, food is great. The residents all seem ...
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Frankenmuth independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Frankenmuth independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Frankenmuth, 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 Frankenmuth 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 Frankenmuth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Frankenmuth, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Frankenmuth 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 Frankenmuth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Frankenmuth, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
30.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Frankenmuth 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 Frankenmuth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Frankenmuth, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
37.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
23.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.2%
47.6%
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Winter Village, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Swanhaven Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Frankenmuth, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 233 independent living facilities near Frankenmuth, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Frankenmuth, Michigan are Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Oasis of Clarkston and Swanhaven Manor. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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