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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Mecosta County, MI

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The cost of independent living in Mecosta County is about $4,212 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 10 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Big Rapids, Reed City and Weidman.

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Photo of Big Rapids Fields
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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.
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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.
Royal View Retirement Community is a beautiful and friendly environment located in Mecosta Michigan. Our apartments are designed to allow our senior citizens to feel comfortable and enjoy privacy as they desire. We pride ourselves in providing supportive assistance as needed, while still allowing...
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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.
Photo of The Brook of Big Rapids
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Mecosta County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Mecosta County is $4,212 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newaygo, MI with an average of $3,241 per month.

Independent living costs in Mecosta County, MI, vs. nearby counties

Mecosta County, MI
$4,212/mo
$4,111/mo
$4,212/mo

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

Mecosta County, MI
$4,212/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Mecosta County, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,212/mo
Independent Living
$4,212/mo

Independent living costs in Mecosta County, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,625/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,750/mo

Senior living costs in Mecosta County 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: Mecosta County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMecosta County, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,212/mo$3,748/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,212/mo$4,249/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,212/mo$4,620/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Mecosta County, MI:$4,212/mo
Michigan:$3,748/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Mecosta County, MI:$4,212/mo
Michigan:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Mecosta County, MI:$4,212/mo
Michigan:$4,620/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mecosta County

Recent reviews for independent living in Mecosta County

White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

Margaret's Meadows in Remus, MI

4.2
What we like the most about the Margaret's Meadows community is the staff, they really care about their patients. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living

5.0
You can't imagine the difficult decision to move a loved one to a facility, but the staff at the Lakeview Terrace made it easier than expected. My mom has a special diet (Celiac disease) that requires special meals and diligence to prevent cross contamination. Not only do the chefs do a ...
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Mecosta County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mecosta County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mecosta County, 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 Mecosta County 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 Mecosta County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mecosta County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mecosta County 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 Mecosta County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mecosta County, MINational
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mecosta County 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 Mecosta County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Big Rapids Fields, Royal View and Harmony Pines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mecosta County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Mecosta County, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Mecosta County, Michigan is Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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