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The cost of independent living in Marengo is about $3,287 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 173 options. Read 1857 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: 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: 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, 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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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.
COLONIAL WOODS A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME.COLONIAL WOODS IS A WELL MAINTAINED SENIOR COMMUNITY WITH ONE AND TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS. NESTLED IN A QUITE NEIGHBORHOOD WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO SHOPPING,PHARMACY,CHURCHES, CLOSE TO MANY GREAT PARKS AND RESTARAUNTS.WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN BEING A...
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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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I lived here from September 2018 through July 2019 and did not want to leave, but I had to move for my job. I LOVED the elevator and the convenience of getting groceries and furniture to my 2nd floor apt. My...
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.
Comfort, convenience and quality living at it's finest. The Ivan Woods Community is designed to accommodate the needs of active adults 55 yrs and better. Conveniently located near several shopping centers, our 90 apartment home, 3 story building is equipped with an elevator, an exercise room, a...
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I have no complaints about the staff at this community and everything that they have done for my loved one since she has moved in. I am very comfortable with there care and would recommend it to anyone. She...
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.
Covington Woods Senior Apartments represents the finest independent senior housing in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan. If you crave a sense of entertaining community activity, Lansing will not let you down. For music lovers, there is the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, the Lansing Jazz Fest, or the...
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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.
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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: 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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: 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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986.  As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers.  We...
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I'm very pleased with Abbott Parkside, it's turned out to be a very nice place! It's nice and quiet, clean, and the people all seem very friendly. They also seem to have a good variety of activities. Really...
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.
Abbott Parkside are senior apartments located in central Michigan in the residential district of East Lansing in Ingham County. Acres of lush trees and walking paths fill the adjacent Abbott Road Park, offering a beautiful location for year round outdoor activities. Also within easy walking...
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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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Crossroads is always friendly, clean, helpful & inviting. My mother has lived here for six years. She is 94. She feels safe & welcomed. Her health is failing but I feel she is safe & welcome (still) as well....
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.
Crossroads Village Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Portage, MI. Portage, which is located in Kalamazoo County, is known for its historical parks and trail systems. Visitors and residents alike enjoy biking, walking and canoeing their way through this vibrant and welcoming...
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.
Benson Hills Apartments is an affordable senior housing apartment complex located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Haslett, Ingham County, MI. Benson Hills Apartments is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospital and medical facilities, restaurants, parks, coffee shops, and more....
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.

Cost of independent living in Marengo, MI

The average cost of senior living in Marengo is $3,287 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marshall, MI with an average of $2,836 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marengo, MI vs. nearby cities

Marengo, MI
$3,287/mo
$2,960/mo
$2,836/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marengo, MI vs. the state and national average

Marengo, MI
$3,287/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marengo vs. other types of senior living

$4,391/mo
Independent Living
$3,287/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Marengo, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,481/mo
Studio
$4,889/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,553/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,053/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,450/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Marengo over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Marengo

Recent reviews for independent living in Marengo

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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Provision Living at East Lansing

4.4
Facility is clean and airy, staff is very friendly, and excellent with residents, always very caring, and always smiling

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Grandhaven Manor, a resident's family expresses their appreciation for the staff's friendliness and willingness to accommodate their loved one's needs.
Variety of engaging activities. Activities are a popular feature in several reviews, with residents enjoying the wide range of offerings at different communities like Brookdale Adrian and Independence Village of East Lansing. These include movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more.
Well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are major factors in residents' overall satisfaction. At The Brook of Portland, a resident compliments the facility's fresh and new appearance, while at Independence Village of Grand Ledge, the staff's efforts to keep the community clean and maintain its appearance are ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Reviews often highlight the sense of community and friendship among residents, making for a warm and welcoming environment. For instance, at StoryPoint Portage, a resident shares their feelings of being part of a family and enjoying the connections they've made.
Accessible and helpful staff. Several residents express appreciation for the staff's availability and attentiveness to their needs. At StoryPoint Portage, a visitor praises the staff's friendliness and willingness to assist, while at Independence Village of East Lansing, a resident mentions the staff's focus on safety an ...
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Tasty and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC, a resident appreciates the chef's accommodations for dietary restrictions, while at Brookdale Adrian, residents enjoy the variety and quality of meals provided.
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Marengo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marengo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marengo, 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 Marengo 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 Marengo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
27.2%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Marengo 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 Marengo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.3%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.9%
43%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marengo 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 Marengo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.9%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.9%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
46.1%
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There are 173 independent living facilities near Marengo, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Marengo, 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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