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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lee, MI

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The cost of independent living in Lee is about $3,639 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 219 options. Read 2752 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
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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: 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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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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We are having a pretty good experience here so far. The people are great and they have really tried to work with us. Our loved one isn't doing so good, but they don't let us give up. We really liked the...
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.
Northview Manor, established in 1988, is a long term, adult foster care, assisted living facility for the elderly. We are licensed with the State of Michigan. Our family owned and operated facility combines the efforts of a caring support staff with modern conveniences to meet the physical and...
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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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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,...
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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.
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
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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: 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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I have been nothing but impressed with Green Acres. My loved one has lived here in the memory unit for over a year and in every aspect the staff is attentive and kind. The facility has always helped us...
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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I visited a friend who had to stay for a 4 day visit due to a health problem. I was very impressed by the spacious room, the very friendly staff, the cleanliness of the halls and the rooms and friendliness...
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.
Fountain View of Lowell is located just east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Here you will find beautifully landscaped grounds located in a quite country setting. Our facility features assisted living and specialized memory care buildings. We offer a full continuum of care. With 24 hour trained...
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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...

Cost of independent living in Lee, MI

The average cost of senior living in Lee is $3,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,513 per month.

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

Lee, MI
$3,639/mo

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

Lee, MI
$3,639/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$4,403/mo
Independent Living
$3,639/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,784/mo
Studio
$5,208/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,539/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,374/mo

Senior living costs in Lee 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: Lee, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLee, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,639/mo$3,859/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,287/mo$4,353/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,403/mo$4,768/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Lee, MI:$3,639/mo
Michigan:$3,859/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Lee, MI:$4,287/mo
Michigan:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Lee, MI:$4,403/mo
Michigan:$4,768/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Lee, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lee 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lee, MI$3,126/mo$3,000/mo+4.2%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lee, MI
2024 average cost:$3,126/mo
2023 average cost:$3,000/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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 Lee

Recent reviews for independent living in Lee

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.

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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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Lee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lee, 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 Lee 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 Lee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lee, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lee 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 Lee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lee, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lee 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 Lee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lee, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Forest Glen Assisted Living and Cascade Trails Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lee, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 219 independent living facilities near Lee, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lee, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Forest Glen Assisted Living and StoryPoint Grand Rapids East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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