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The cost of independent living in Girard is about $3,347 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 131 options. Read 1224 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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We love it…a very caring environment and community. Very accommodating and friendly. Mom is happy and very well cared for. The Sisters are a very caring community and very welcoming. I recommend it...
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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 moved in last summer and loves it. She’s made good friends with some of the other ladies living there. She loves [name removed] and the Uno tournaments. Bingo is always fun too. [name removed]...
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.
LifeHOUSE Prestige Way Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Holt, MI) — LifeHOUSE Prestige Way has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its dedication to...
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The other tenants were very nice and helpful toward my Mother. Far as board games etc. She has felt welcomed by others. There are some concerns with the toileting situation. She was not use to not wiping...
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.
Located just off Portage Street is Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan's Washington Square Co-op Apartments, which specializes in senior housing. It's nestled in a park-like setting with its old, beautiful trees and garden areas which are used by residents, along with the picnic areas and other...
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Lakeview Battle Creek is a lovely facility with very caring staff. They provide plenty of activities, they are very accommodating, and it is a beautiful place! I highly recommend to anybody looking for...
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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The willingness of the owner to support our loved ones transition into the home really stood out to us. It is a fairly new facility, it is clean and well equipped. We would recommend this community to 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.
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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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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, 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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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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.
Lakeview Meadows affordable 55 + senior living apartment homes with convenience, freedom and value, the very best in carefree living. We are located in the heart of Battle Creek, close to shopping, banking and medical facilities. We offer free heat, water, sewer & trash service. Spacious 1 & 2...
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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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This is a wonderful place for your mother and father.they took such good care of my parents,wood recommendthis beautiful place to eveyone,the people are so compassionate. they made the move very easy for us....
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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Things have gone well so far with Westbrook Place! The process of getting my loved one moved in was extremely expedient and easy, they helped out a lot with the paperwork. My loved one really loves her...
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.
Westbrook Place is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Battle Creek, northwest Calhoun County, Michigan. Westbrook Place is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospital and medical facilities, restaurants,...
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: 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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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
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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
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.
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
Cost of independent living in Girard, MI
The average cost of senior living in Girard is $3,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marshall, MI with an average of $2,836 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Girard, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Girard, MI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Girard
Recent reviews for independent living in Girard
Hampton Manor of Madison in Adrian, MI
5.0
Overall we are pretty happy with the activities and overall value -it is expensive but it is comparable to other communities in the area and yet were far superior in what they offer. We have already recommended Hampton Manor to families and will continue to do so
LakeHouse Coldwater
5.0
I would give this place a 5 across the board they were amazing!!! A little expensive but well worth it for the care and peace of mind that she got and we had with leaving her.
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
Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at communities such as Brookdale Adrian and Smith Farms Manor. Residents and their families express appreciation for the friendly demeanor of the staff and the sense of community among residents.
Spacious and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews for NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC and StoryPoint Portage highlight the ample space and cleanliness of the living areas. Residents enjoy the attention to detail in maintaining both private apartments and communal areas.
Varied menu options and delicious meals. At Brookdale Adrian, NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC, and StoryPoint Portage, residents express satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals offered. The communities' chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring enjoyable dining experiences.
Engaging social activities and events. Communities like StoryPoint Kalamazoo at Bronson Place and Smith Farms Manor provide residents with a range of activities and events tailored to their interests. These opportunities promote socialization and help keep residents active and engaged.
Dedicated and caring staff. Reviews for Countryside Manor and Holt Heritage Village emphasize the compassionate nature of the staff. Families and residents appreciate the individualized care and attention provided to ensure everyone feels well taken care of.
Accessible and supportive community. Communities such as Brookdale Adrian, Centre Meadows, and StoryPoint Portage provide accommodations and support systems that meet the unique needs of their residents. This inclusive environment fosters a sense of security and belonging.
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Girard independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Girard independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Girard, 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 Girard 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 Girard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Girard, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.8%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Girard 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 Girard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Girard, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.7%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.6%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Girard 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 Girard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Girard, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
37.2%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.3%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.6%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.5%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.7%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Charlotte Stephenson A ProMedica Senior Living Community and StoryPoint Portage are the top-rated independent living facilities near Girard, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 131 independent living facilities near Girard, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Girard, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Portage and Gaslight Village Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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