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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Macon, MI

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The cost of independent living in Macon is about $3,021 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 411 options.

Read 9146 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 Ann Arbor, Dexter and Chelsea.

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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: 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.
Now open! Valley Bridge is a new development (currently underconstruction) that includes 70 units of affordable senior (age 62+) housing in the Reynolds Corner neighborhood of Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio.Valley Bridge is being developed through apartnership with National Church Residences...
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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
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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.
The Commons at The Villages of Taylor is an independent senior community for those 55 and better!!! We offer an Internet cafe', billiards room, library, game room, theater and more!!!! We are located close to expressways and shopping! Come see your new home here at The Commons!!
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
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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 am very happy with the excellent care that my mom is getting at this great community.Robin was extremely helpful and caring. The food is very good and a nice variety. They offer great activities. Very...
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.
Jackson Friendly Home is an assisted living community located in the dynamic town of Jackson, Michigan. Our quiet and peaceful community is located just minutes from everything that Jackson has to offer. It is the ideal location for residents who want to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the city...
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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.
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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.
Rose Cottage, on the campus of Presbyterian Village Westland Apartments, offers the same personalized quality of life that the apartments have long been known for, but on a smaller more intimate scale. Fully licensed for Assisted Living, Rose Cottage features a comfortable life style with a...
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My father is doing wonderful here at this community. I'am very pleased with all they have done for us. This is a lovely community, they do a very good job with the cleanliness. The staff is great, they have...
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.
Ivy Cottage, on the campus of Presbyterian Village Westland Apartments, offers the same quality of life that the apartments have long been known for, but in a smaller more protected environment. Fully licensed for Assisted Living, Ivy Cottage offers a warm cozy setting as well as the security a...
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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
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: 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.
Maincentre Apartments is the perfect place for Mom or Dad to call home and offers one of the most unique apartment living experiences in the area. We are located right in the heart of prestigious downtown Northville and offer one and two bedroom apartments with a balcony that can overlook...
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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.
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I personally live at Village Meadows for over 5 years. They were friendly they had several activities they do throughout the year they used to have a thrift store but it's closed and they used to do Bingo...
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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Very pleased. Small facility with limited residents. Food is homemade daily. Very caring care givers. Regular visits from visiting physicians. Wonderful location. Managed well. Management is available to...
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.
Northville Senior Living .Comfort, convenience and a scenic view of downtown Northville makes Northville Senior Living an attractive place to live.Situated on Main Street, the 17 Units are all within walking distance of shops, cafes Doctors, parks, theaters and concerts.Most units have private...
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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.
Find out why retirees are flocking to the assisted living community of Homestead Pardee in the Downriver area of Taylor, Michigan. Many people have decided to call Taylor home because of its excellent recreational activities, safe and comfortable neighborhoods, and large assortment of shops to...
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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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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.
The Park Lane is a great place to live. But don't just take our word for it!"I feel as safe at the Park Lane as I do in church!""I love the camaraderie between the residents and staff! I don't feel alone anymore ~ unless I want to be. My lovely apartment is quiet, and kept immaculate by our...
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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.
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....
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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.
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 Macon, MI

The average cost of senior living in Macon is $3,021 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monroe, MI with an average of $2,640 per month.

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

Macon, MI
$3,021/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,459/mo
Independent Living
$3,021/mo

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

1 Bedroom
$3,302/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,189/mo

Senior living costs in Macon 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: Macon, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMacon, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,021/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,635/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,459/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Macon, MI:$3,021/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Macon, MI:$5,635/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Macon, MI:$6,459/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Macon, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Macon 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
Macon, MI$2,949/mo$2,718/mo+8.5%
Michigan$2,571/mo$2,441/mo+5.3%
National$2,998/mo$2,843/mo+5.4%
Macon, MI
2024 average cost:$2,949/mo
2023 average cost:$2,718/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,571/mo
2023 average cost:$2,441/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,998/mo
2023 average cost:$2,843/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Macon

Recent reviews for independent living in Macon

Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH

3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Macon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Macon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Macon, 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 Macon 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 Macon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Macon, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Macon 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 Macon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Macon, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Macon 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 Macon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Macon, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
28.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.8%
47.6%
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Hutcheson Manor, Oakhaven Manor and Independence Village of Brighton Valley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Macon, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 411 independent living facilities near Macon, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Macon, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Oakhaven Manor and Independence Village of Brighton Valley. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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