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Photo of Independence Village of Waterford
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3232 Floor plans available
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Overall we are satisfied. There have been issues with the elevator not working (one time it was over a week), and recently, the floors have been getting redone. The staff works very hard to accommodate...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Waterford! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include active adult and independent living. Throughout each service level, we...
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The staff is friendly, attentive and caring. My mom always comments on how good the food tastes. The facility appears clean and well kept. They offer fun daily activities like bingo, movies, and crafts. My...
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.
Prestige Commons offers a unique living environment with three distinct areas of senior care including independent with services, assisted living and memory care. We are a full service facility offering 24 hour care and extensive on site services such as physicians visits, Physical, Occupational...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Everyone was super helpful, caring and very friendly. My apartment was very comfortable, I especially loved having a door that went to the outside. Easy access to my car, friends and family just walked in...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Porthaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 62 and older. As a resident of Porthaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment. We know that you will love the many advantages that Porthaven Manor has to offer as well...
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A Place for Mom got back with us in a timely manner and referred us to Lockwood of Burton apartments. It is a beautiful complex that is clean and well kept. There are many activities and services that meet...
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.
Where Retirement and Convenience Meet! Our spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments offer privacy, luxury and convenience all in one Community. With an on-site Fitness Room, Library, Movie Room, Sundry shop, Beauty and Barber Shop and mailboxes within the building, you don't need to leave in the cold...
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They have been very understanding and easy to work with relative to my Mom. I would definitely recommend Waltonwood to others. They definitely care about their residents...and their families.
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxury Senior Living. At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to exceed their expectations. We are...
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It was [date removed] and COVID was the big issue of the day when we chose Stonegate as a place my mom could live. Over the last 5 years Stonegate has had new owners and staff changes but has continued to...
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 exceptional senior living in Lapeer, Michigan! Stonegate Health Campus is proud to serve the residents of a vibrant town known for its friendly people. Conveniently located near plenty of places to dine, shop, and explore, our residents have many opportunities to enjoy Lapeer. For...
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What we like the most about Shorehaven is the leadership, price, communication with loved one. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Shorehaven in Sterling Heights, MI is a thriving senior living community located just minutes from the beautiful shoreline. Conveniently located near the busline and 19 Mile Road, our community is in close proximity to lakes and parks and resides just a short drive away from Lakeside Mall, which...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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The facility let us come by three times to tour or attend an event before we decided for her to move there! My mom is always commenting on how nice everyone is and we feel the same way! My siblings have...
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.
Oakmont Parkway is where residents are cherished members of our Oakmont family. Aside from services and amenities provided by our attentive staff, new residents quickly find friends and activities that bring a new outlook to senior living. Oakmont Parkway is conveniently located on 16 Mile Road...
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5 on all except we haven't had any experience with the activities yet so I really can't rate that. Everyone is very caring. Place is super clean. I always get quick responses and they always keep you updated
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.
Meadows of Troy specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia care. We pride ourselves in creating an environment where residents feel cared for and families find peace of mind and satisfaction.
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55 Floor plans available
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My parents moved into American House Lakeshore after weighing all their options over a few months. [name removed] was extremely helpful, flexible, and responsive answering all our questions and making sure...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of The Avalon of Bloomfield Township
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8.9
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It is a spacious, and newer facility, lots of rooms you can have family functions in, the place smells good, they will do laundry daily if needed...the only complaint was the nurse director was never around...
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.
This is senior living like you’ve never seen it before. Where people remain connected to each other and fully engaged in the things they enjoy. Nestled in a developed, walkable neighborhood and designed to bring people together, The Avalon of Bloomfield Township is a warm, upscale living...
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Photo of Baldwin House Lakeside Senior Living
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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If you are looking for a place for your loved one. You have found it! Our experience was beyond exceptional. This was a difficult process for us as we look for the right fit for my sister. [name removed] was...
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.
Comprised of two buildings at the heart of Macomb County's thriving Lakeside area, Baldwin House Lakeside is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Clinton Township, Utica, Macomb Township, and Mt. Clemens. Baldwin House Clinton Township is also...
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Not sure about the meals, we do not eat the food. The value for cost is hard to say, they're all too expensive. There is not a big staff turnover so residents can get to know them better. Family members of...
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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Photo of American House East II Senior Living
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Extremely helpful staff, very inviting and welcoming. Facility is clean, lots of activities on and off site. I haven't eaten the food but my brother is very happy.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of the suburban East Side, American House East II is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Eastpointe, Warren, and the Grosse Pointes. We are also in close proximity to many hospitals...
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Photo of The Pines Senior Living
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The thing that struck me when I first tried the facility a few years ago was that all the staff seemed to know every resident by name, and that is still true. I follow them on Facebook, and they post...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to The Pines Senior Living, a premier Independent living community owned and operated by Titan SenQuest in Sterling Heights, Michigan.Our independent living community provides the versatility and benefits of being in your own home without the burdens and complexities of everyday life. Our...
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My mom was pretty hard to handle. Don’t know what to say about the food, because my mom is very picky. Yes, we would recommend Chester Street Residences to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
EVERYTHING POSSIBLE, ALL DAY, EVERY DAYChester Street Residence strives to provide each Resident in our Community with the highest quality of life, based upon each Resident’s individual circumstances. Whether quite independent or in need of full care, our Residents benefit from daily engagement...
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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.
A charming, relaxing one-story community that truly feels like home, American House Elmwood located west of Crooks Road, is ideally situated near family and friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are also located near...
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Volante Assisted Living of Lake Orion has exceeded all my expectations as a son seeking the best for my elderly mom. From the moment I arrived, I felt warmth and positivity from both the staff and the...
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.
Discover a vibrant senior living community that puts you first!Experience independence and empowerment in an engaging social environment where we prioritize a person-centered approach and offer a wealth of amenities. Visit us now and take the first step towards the enriching and fulfilling...
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Photo of Flourish Collection at Rochester
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I have been here from the beginning. 6+ years. I love the ambience I ride my bike all over. I love serve staff. Always courteous. Love front desk restaurants sometimes good. Too much garlic and spice for...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to Flourish Collection at Rochester! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include active adult, independent living and assisted living lite. Throughout each...
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Photo of American House Stone Senior Living
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The best part of this location is the fantastic FOOD!!! I've been to 4 places this year and this one out does all the others by far in the food area. This place is very nicely decorated, clean, friendly and...
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.
Set within our green campus along Adams Road in Rochester Hills, American House Stone is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are located close to hospitals including St. Joseph's Pontiac,...
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Staff are friendly and encouraging to residents. I would recommend this place because if a person got worse they could be moved to one of the other building that are the exact same so residents don't become...
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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I wanted to do a shout out to Avalon. My step-mum has been in Assisted Living there for over 18 months and both she and are family are extremely happy. My step Mum has moderate dementia , but is still...
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.
Life flourishes at The Avalon of Auburn Hills. Residents enjoy an abundance of amenities including a chapel, workshop, on-site theatre, chef prepared meals and more — all incorporated into a vibrant city boulevard and town center design. The Avalon of Auburn Hills is where seniors can find the...
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[name removed], director of, is very experienced. She is compassionate, at the same time, following all the laws/ rules for Hippa. I highly recommend Living Waters Buell Lake to others looking.
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.
Brand New in the Fall of 2020 Living Waters Buell Lake is a modern Assisted Living Facility located in the peaceful, beautiful and conveniently located country side of Northern Genesee County. This Home sits overlooking Buell Lake and is within a 10 to 20 minute drive of Frankenmuth, Birch Run,...
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The care of my mother by the staff while in hospice was professional & loving! Also a very clean place! We would absolutely recommend Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth to other families based on the experience so...
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.
There truly is no place like home but at Covenant Glen, of Frankenmuth, we do everything possible to bring the comforts of home to our residents. Covenant Glen first opened in 2014 and is home to members of the Frankenmuth, Vassar, and surrounding areas. Our all-inclusive community provides...
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I think it's a great place for people who are able to care for themselves. There's lot of activities for those capable of participating. I think the apartment size is one of the best features of American...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
A gorgeous property combining a lovely wooded setting with superb access to nearby malls and I-75, American House Troy is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Troy, Clawson, Madison Heights, and Sterling Heights, as well as hospitals including...
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Cost of independent living in Melvin, MI

The average cost of senior living in Melvin is $3,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Applegate, MI with an average of $2,682 per month.

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

Melvin, MI
$3,631/mo
$3,153/mo
$3,542/mo

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

Melvin, MI
$3,631/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$4,500/mo
Independent Living
$3,631/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,074/mo
Studio
$4,818/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,346/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,601/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,086/mo

Senior living costs in Melvin 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: Melvin, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMelvin, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,631/mo$3,859/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,116/mo$4,352/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,500/mo$4,767/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Melvin, MI:$3,631/mo
Michigan:$3,859/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Melvin, MI:$4,116/mo
Michigan:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Melvin, MI:$4,500/mo
Michigan:$4,767/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Melvin, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Melvin 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
Melvin, MI$2,745/mo$2,751/mo-0.2%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Melvin, MI
2024 average cost:$2,745/mo
2023 average cost:$2,751/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
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 Melvin

Recent reviews for independent living in Melvin

Devonshire Retirement Village in Lapeer, MI

5.0
5 stars for all. The facility is quiet, homey, and the staff are very helpful and friendly. I would recommend Devonshire to others, my mom is very happy there.

Flourish Collection at Rochester

5.0
We feel that our loved ones are safe at Blossom Ridge and that the staff love them, it is just not a job for them they actually show genuine care and concern. They have great musical activities and the daily activities are starting to come back from all the covid limitations. The value for the ...
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Windemere Park Senior Community in Warren, MI

5.0
The staff is always friendly and very helpful to the residents. Not only do they give great care to the residents but they extend their care to the families too! My mom has been here for almost 3 years and never ever have we had a problem. I would highly recommend Windermere.

Melvin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melvin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melvin, 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 Melvin 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 Melvin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melvin, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Melvin 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 Melvin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melvin, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melvin 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 Melvin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melvin, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
44.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Madison Heights and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melvin, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 326 independent living facilities near Melvin, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Melvin, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Madison Heights and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone). These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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