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Photo of Bay View Gardens
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Our two sisters moved to Bay View Gardens a couple months ago. As a family, we have been extremely pleased with the care, professionalism and friendliness of staff and management. They truly go above and...
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.
Bay View Gardens is a luxury retirement community designed with your retirement needs in mind.Just like family, we provide the assistance you may need to maintain a full and rich lifestyle while remaining as independent as possible. In addition to our Independent Living Facility, we offer an...
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Photo of The Neighborhoods of White Lake
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The staff took such good care of my father while he was there. They were warm, kind and welcoming to him as well as our family. I never worried about his safety or security. The Neighborhoods became a home...
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.
Photo of The Pines Senior Living
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8.5
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8.5
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We would rate the overall experience a 4.5. It was nice took good care of my mom in respite. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience.
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.
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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66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Brookdale and people who work there have been awesome. I made the right choice with ur help. People that care for her, a bigger room, better care, all the same drs, nurses & portable dental work there, less...
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.
This is a great place to live a great life.For seniors looking for assisted living, but who aren’t willing to compromise quality of life, our community might be the perfect choice. You’ll find us  located in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Michigan, which is an upscale town that consistently...
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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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I lived at Autumn House roughly 3 months. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They actually nursed me back to good health which allowed me to move back home. When I decide to move again I will...
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.
Autumn House of Bloomfield is an independent and assisted living community in the heart of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The beauty, serenity and safety of our property is a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of an active part of Bloomfield filled with popular restaurants, boutiques,...
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Photo of American House Somerset
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I see Somerset having a very friendly and helpful staff, up and down. The facility is clean and well maintained. My elderly is at the right spot. I am however noticing the staff, except for the site...
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.
Maximize your independence and well-being by minimizing the hassles and headaches! Just a stone's throw from world-class shopping, dining and entertainment and across the street from the Troy Community Center, Stonecrest of Troy is inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of the City. Stonecrest of...
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My mother is in the Independent Living section. Usual activities are offered, staff are very friendly and helpful, and are aware of residents coming and going. The dining is excellent! My mother loves being...
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.
There's beauty in new beginnings - and a thrill in knowing the possibilities they bring. Just like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, nature has a way of showing us there are wonders to be celebrated in all of life's stages - and now that you've worked hard, it's time to enjoy. Senior living at...
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Photo of Ridgeway Adult Foster Care
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Although my mom was only at Ridgeway about a month and a half the staff there was great. They did everything they could do to keep my mom comfortable.
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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Photo of American House Hampton Village
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33 Floor plans available
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My husband and I just moved into viva, but we have been volunteering here with our church for over 10 years. This community has the most welcoming and warm staff. We had been into all the senior livings in...
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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Photo of My Doctor's Inn
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I would give 5 to all of them. That's an incredibly tough business to run. Having run a company myself for 40 years I know how tough it can be. I can't imagine having to run that one. The Flor staff was...
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.
Our Extraordinary Commitment To Excellence We are the first to set up a neighborhood concept within our Memory Care allowing a natural separation between those residents with low to moderate memory loss and those with more severe to end stage dementia. This allows each resident the dignity and...
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Photo of American House Sterling Heights Senior Living
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From [name removed] in the front office, to the driver who accommodates them, the medical staff make sure they have what they need all the time to the dining staff, everything is amazing! They enjoy to...
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.
An elegant yet warm and inviting single-story community in the heart of East-side suburbs, American House Sterling Heights is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Sterling Heights, Fraser, Warren, Shelby Township, and Clinton Township, as well as...
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We checked out this facility, and several others as our loved one's physical and mental health was declining. We chose this facility because it was close to our home, we could visit as often and for as long...
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.
It’s Good To Be HomeWhile quality care is a top priority at this assisted living community in Davison, Michigan, the first thing you notice isn’t the care team—it’s the residents. As you explore the community, you’ll find cheerful companions lingering in front of the fireplace or lounging in...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Davison
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They had OT and PT on site and cone get the resident from room. Can choose to use a Dr. that comes to facility, which is helpful. Lots of activities outside of just day to day, such as Mother's Day and...
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.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living and Memory Care community. You’ll be greeted by our professional staff who are ready to listen to you and learn all about your wants, needs – and stories! You’ll see residents smiling, laughing and...
Photo of Serene Gardens of Clarkston
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44 Floor plans available
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This applies to any memory care / assisted living facility. Choosing a place is like buying a used car. They will tell you anything they think you want to hear to make the sale, but you have to look under...
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.
At Serene Gardens of Clarkston we aspireto deliver the best in quality, care, andconvenience. Our facility isa community that strives to offer residents athe feeling of home, comfort, and independence.We offer a wide range of amenities at eachof our locations, which include, but are notlimited to...
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Photo of Majestic Care of Flushing Assisted Living
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Majestic was excellent for the four she was there before passing. That would be a 5 for the overall experience. Yes, we would recommend Majestic Care of Flushing Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Serene Gardens of Imlay City
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It's a beautiful place. staff is great and very compassionate. my mom really likes it there. she said the food is great. (the menus look pretty amazing)
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.
Serene Gardens of Imlay City is an inviting senior living community in Imlay City, Michigan. Imlay City offers a small-town environment while also having proximity to Detroit, Port Huron, Flint, and Canada. Serene Gardens of Imlay City is in a quiet, rural area surrounded by lush trees, vast...
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Oh, so much nicer, cleaner, friendlier, and caring than previous nursing home experiences this last 6 months. They had 5 stars but can't imagine where they got them. Barss is the very best and my husband...
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.
Barss Residential in Fort Gratiot, Michigan provides assisted living residents with enjoyable lifestyles, safe housing, and services in lovely surroundings combined with outstanding amenities, activity programs, and caring staff. Here at Barss Residential we customize our care specifically for...
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I would highly recommend them. Mom only ended up being there less than a day and they were very gracious about all the turmoil involved in getting her to the hospital when we were out of town. Mom knew...
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.
Three levels of care, under one roof!We'll take care of the maintenance, cooking, social events and more, so you can love life at our senior living community. You'll gain lasting memories, fellowship and friendships -- which are priceless.Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory CareYou...
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For the short time she was there the staff and facility were great. She was only there for 5 months. We chose Sandlewood Creek primarily on location but the staff was very nice and accommodating.
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.
Since 1997, Wadhams Creek (D & J Home Care, Inc.) 'Where All Roads Lead to Home'..has been providing residential care to those in need. We offer independent or assisted living, plus memory and respite care. Our residents are cared for 24 hours a day/7 days a week, by our skilled, warm and...
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[name removed] the Director was very friendly, professional, and respectful. He took a lot of extra time to explain everything to us to ensure a smooth transition for our Dad. All the staff was the same...
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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Super friendly staff. Smaller facility 20 room assisted and 20 on memory care. Very clean, great staff to resident ratio. Pricing is great flat rate do not uncharge for anything like other facilities. Mom...
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 Vista Springs Washington Place!The living spaces of Vista Springs Washington Place are filled with the warmth and peace of staff and residents who truly care. Our care services include independent and assisted living, as well as memory care, all within a community that is Full of...
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The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment...
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.
Northwood Meadows is situated on over 18 acres of scenic rolling hills in Cass City and offers a variety of conveniences including a modern hospital, doctor offices, renal dialysis center, MRI center, dental offices, ophthalmology and optometry care.  Please call us for a personal tour...
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My dad is currently a resident at Mallards Landing of St. Clair and he loves it there! His experience at this facility has been great. My dad tells everyone that he sees about how wonderful the whole...
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.
Mallards Landing has been a leader in retirement living and assisted living since 1989. Mallards Landing is located in Saint Clair County, Michigan and is a spacious complex designed with you in mind. To keep you feeling young, you need to stay active, healthy, fit, and in contact with others who...
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Three years have come and gone and as a resident my husband has had a lot of ups and downs. The statement that Parkinson's is not for sissies rings true every day and we are blessed to have the help of 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.
All Inclusive Pricing! Shelby Comfort Care! Now part of a Michigan-based group of quality care providers.!At Shelby Comfort Care we provide seniors with a caring assisted living community to call their own. The assisted living community offers a staff that is supportive of all residents,...
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Cost of independent living in Melvin, MI

The average cost of senior living in Melvin is $3,686 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Croswell, MI with an average of $2,889 per month.

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

Melvin, MI
$3,686/mo
$3,258/mo
$3,606/mo

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

Melvin, MI
$3,686/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$4,564/mo
Independent Living
$3,686/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,238/mo
Studio
$2,873/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,116/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,950/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,138/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$3,686/mo$3,802/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,166/mo$4,285/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,564/mo$4,665/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Melvin, MI:$3,686/mo
Michigan:$3,802/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Melvin, MI:$4,166/mo
Michigan:$4,285/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Melvin, MI:$4,564/mo
Michigan:$4,665/mo
U.S.:$5,014/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$2,742/mo$2,751/mo-0.3%
Michigan$2,704/mo$2,671/mo+1.3%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Melvin, MI
2024 average cost:$2,742/mo
2023 average cost:$2,751/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,704/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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.

Cranberry Park at ShorePointe in Saint Clair Shores, MI

5.0
The day staff in my mom's area is excellent. Housekeeping seems adequate. I don't know about the meals. My mom has dementia, so I can't get an answer that is accurate. CP has ice cream socials and wine and cheese socials a couple of times each week. The chair exercise class is excellent. Because ...
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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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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
18%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.7%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
10.8%
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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
39.1%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.2%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.3%
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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
45.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.5%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.1%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.8%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.8%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Madison Heights, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Holiday Blue Water Lodge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melvin, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 327 independent living facilities near Melvin, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Melvin, Michigan are Independence Village of Madison Heights, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Holiday Blue Water Lodge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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