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The cost of independent living in Friendsville is about $3,868 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 164 options. Read 2209 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.

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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.
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: 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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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I love the kind and friendly staff. Great care and wonderful atmosphere. Its clean, beautiful and up to date. Highly recommend.
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: 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.
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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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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
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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: 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.
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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Friendsville, MI

The average cost of senior living in Friendsville is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eau Claire, MI with an average of $3,436 per month.

Independent living costs in Friendsville, MI, vs. nearby cities

Friendsville, MI
$3,881/mo
$3,645/mo

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

Friendsville, MI
$3,881/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,693/mo
Independent Living
$3,881/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,903/mo
Studio
$5,169/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,959/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,612/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,427/mo

Senior living costs in Friendsville vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Friendsville, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFriendsville, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,881/mo$3,750/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,606/mo$4,251/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,693/mo$4,622/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Friendsville, MI:$3,881/mo
Michigan:$3,750/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Friendsville, MI:$4,606/mo
Michigan:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Friendsville, MI:$4,693/mo
Michigan:$4,622/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Friendsville, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Friendsville 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Friendsville, MI$3,017/mo$3,207/mo-5.9%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Friendsville, MI
2024 average cost:$3,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,207/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Friendsville

Recent reviews for independent living in Friendsville

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in several communities, such as Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, Royal Park Place, and The Whitcomb Senior Living Tower. Residents and their families express appreciation for the warm welcome and accommodating nature ...
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Variety of activities. Residents find joy in the numerous activities offered at various communities, with mentions from reviews for StoryPoint Portage, StoryPoint Wyoming, and Rivertown Ridge. Activities include social events, fitness classes, and entertainment options.
Decent food options. Though food quality varies from community to community, some residents mention enjoyable meals at places like Royal Park Place, StoryPoint Portage, and Rivertown Ridge. Others, such as those at The Whitcomb Senior Living Tower, express dissatisfaction with the food, but overall, meals ar ...
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Affordable pricing. For communities like Tanglewood Trace, American House Holland, and American House Jenison, affordability is a significant feature. Families mention the reasonable costs and appreciation for the value they receive for their investment.
Safe and secure environment. Residents and their families praise the safety measures in communities like Centre Meadows, American House Jenison, and Byron Manor, ensuring peace of mind and a secure living experience.
Pet-friendly policies. At communities like StoryPoint Wyoming and The Whitcomb Senior Living Tower, pets are welcomed with open arms. Residents and their families appreciate the pet-friendly atmosphere, allowing them to keep their beloved companions by their side
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Friendsville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friendsville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friendsville, 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 Friendsville 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 Friendsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friendsville, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Friendsville 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 Friendsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friendsville, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friendsville 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 Friendsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friendsville, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
41.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.6%
46.4%
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