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The cost of independent living in Nicholson is about $4,015 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 502 options. Read 9642 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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Photo of The Avalon of Commerce Township
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My mom actually moved in there a week ago. We were impressed with the friendliness and availability of the staff throughout the facility, the teamwork, wonderful food options, activities throughout the day,...
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 Commerce Township is a warm, upscale living...
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Photo of Independence Village of Waterford
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The staff here are truly caring and compassionate. From the moment you walk in, you can tell they genuinely care about the people they serve. They are attentive, kind, and always willing to go the extra mile...
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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Photo of Atria Park of Ann Arbor
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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5!!!!!!! A whole hearted 5. The community is EXACTLY what my mom needed. Thank you for helping us find this place it has changed my mom life and so much for the better!!! The overall experience is one 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.
Atria Park of Ann Arbor provides older adults with an active lifestyle filled with daily opportunities for fitness, fun, personal growth and connecting with others. This welcoming, thoughtfully designed community offers charming wraparound porches and beautifully landscaped grounds with walking...
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Photo of Brookdale Novi
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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Very good I feel comfortable and safe here. I enjoy that they take us shopping. I enjoy the outings they provide for us and activities here like bingo. moving into senior living is a scary idea but I enjoy...
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.
It’s time to put the style back in the senior lifestyle.Novi, Michigan is one of the fastest growing cities in Michigan, and the independent living residents here get to enjoy the best it has to offer, from the seemingly endless number of parks and community events for residents to enjoy, to the...
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Photo of Addington Place of Clarkston
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66 Floor plans available
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They are great because the staff is always available and understands the family concerns. They have extremely helpful staff.
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 Addington Place of Clarkston, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, our seasoned and dedicated staff, first-rate...
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Photo of Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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Your organization and Sunrise saved our lives! I can't thank you enough. I would certainly recommend to others. I just wanna add that they treated my mother like family. Even at times when she was slightly...
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield HillsSunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield Hills is located in beautiful Bloomfield Hills, Oakland County, Michigan. Beautiful inside and out, much like our residents, we take pride in our community. There is an area where you or your loved one can spend time...
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Photo of StoryPoint Northville
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All 5's. Completely and thoroughly impressed with StoryPoint northville. The staff is fabulous. The residents are engaged and thoughtfully cared for. The activities are varied enough to engage a wide...
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 StoryPoint Northville! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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Photo of Brookdale Farmington Hills
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The community is very friendly however, I think they should replace the carpet in some of the hallways it looked dated, they change cooks the food used to be great now it's just OK I think they should just...
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.
Built for a vibrant life, for vibrant seniors.Forget the old way to do senior living. Here, you’ll trade the hassles of home ownership and upkeep for worry-free independence. Here, you’ll have a new schedule of things to enjoy every single day. And here, you’ll have a whole community full of...
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Photo of StoryPoint Fenton
5555 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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The community is newer. Extra safety. Measures in apartments (infrared cameras to detect falls). Medtechs are nice and patient. New management started this past spring/summer. Several of the management has...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Fenton (formerly Provision Living at Fenton)! 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, assisted living and memory care....
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Photo of Flourish Collection at Oakland Charter Township
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I am so pleased with the overall experience at Flourish Collection at Oakland. My parent transitioned so easily and is very happy there. It is beautiful inside and always clean. The activities are...
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 Flourish Collection at Oakland Charter Township! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service...
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Photo of Quality Care of Howell
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9.2
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Everything was wonderful there. Although my sister didn't want to go into an assisted living facility she still loved the treatment she got. My sister could be difficult at times but the staff was always...
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.
Quality Care of Howell is a family operated, assisted living facility licensed as an Adult Foster Care. It was founded by a team of individuals with the tools and background necessary to provide housing, health care and supportive services for individuals who need assistance in their everyday...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Stepping Stone Falls
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9.2
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Overall a very pleasant visit. Everything was neat and clean. From administrator to staff everyone was welcoming and friendly. Took time to answer our questions. We were shown different levels of memory...
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.
Charter Senior Living of Stepping Stone Falls is a high quality assisted living and memory care community located in Flint, Michigan. Flint is a charming city boasting a year round farmers market, bike trails, a cultural center and an abundance of dining and shopping. Residents at Charter Senior...
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Photo of Rolling Hills Retirement Community
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My wife and I have lived in Rolling Hills since it opened three years ago. Who ever picked that location knew what they were doing. It is close to anything you might want. Shopping, dining, medical...
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.
Rolling Hills, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Crumb Road in Commerce Township. We look forward to opening brand new during the Winter of 2021! Rolling Hills will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
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Photo of Lourdes Senior Community
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9.2
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The facility is very well maintained and clean. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy and everyone is super nice! Lots of activities if you choose to participate. Healthy and delicious...
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.
With over a sixty-year history of caring, Lourdes Senior Community remains committed to providing leading-edge senior care for future generations.We offer:-Independent Living Apartments-Assisted Living Apartments-Memory Care Studios-Beautiful Grounds-On Site Health Clinic-Activities-Restorative...
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Photo of Summit Park Assisted Living Center
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I love the location of your organization. Staff members in the office, very knowledgeable, friendly. [name removed] is the one that I deal with when I call from Colorado. She always takes time to get back to...
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.
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Photo of Rose Senior Living Farmington Hills
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The sales rep, [Name Removed], was wonderful. He was great with my mom and made the whole experience very easy. He invited my mom to RSL for happy hour twice so she could meet residents and make connections....
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.
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Photo of Vassar Comfort Care
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What we like the most about the community is their staff, they are friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend Vassar Comfort Care 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.
Photo of Sunrise of Troy
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44 Floor plans available
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I can't really comment on the value for cost because I'm not paying the bill, my mother is (his wife). However, what we like the most about the community is that everyone is so friendly & willing to help. I...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Brookdale Ann Arbor
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55 Floor plans available
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Administrative staff were very friendly with excellent communication to both residents and family. Nursing staff were knowledgeable and responsive to questions and concerns. Aides were attentive and kind....
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.
A little more care. A lot more luxury.There are a lot of reasons to choose our vibrant, first-class community for you or your loved one’s next place to call home sweet home. Visit and you’ll find one of the most luxurious senior living settings in Michigan. But you’ll also find a vibrant group of...
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Lack of follow-up: I have yet to receive a copy of my signed contract, going to ask for it again; There was a billing error and when I reported it, I was supposed to get a revised bill, but never did, so I...
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.
Symphony Linden provides all-inclusive cost friendly assisted living and memory care in a charming home-like environment. The campus has an attached post-acute rehabilitation center for your short-term rehabilitation care needs following a hospital stay so you can recover in a familiar...
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Village Manor seems to be a great fit for my Mother. She's adjusting well & the facility is well managed. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
Our beautiful two story building offers spacious studio, one or two bedroom apartment homes, each with living, dining and full kitchen areas, private bath, generous closet and storage space.  Barrier free and courtyard apartments are available, as well as apartments with patios and...
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My parents love it. They feel very safe there. The food is great. Staff is very friendly. They offer several outings and indoor activities. Maintenance is pretty good. Not very prompt. All in all they live i
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.
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 quite a few activities like bingo exercise classes, church a pastor comes to building on Sundays, as well as other activities. Apt size is average living room, 1 bedroom, kitchen. The tenants are...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Park at Trowbridge is a vibrant senior living community in Southfield conveniently located near I-696 and Telegraph. We have been serving Seniors for nearly 30 years! The Park offers many wonderful, resort style, amenities and is nestled in a residential neighborhood at Civic Center & Berg...
Photo of American House Village Senior Living
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Very nice place. The people who work here are amazing and so helpful. The food is excellent and there are so many activities to get involved with. I am very happy that I moved here and that A Place For Mom...
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.
Nestled among rolling hills on Adams Road between South Boulevard and Auburn Road in Rochester Hills, American House - The Village is ideally located close to family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. Nearby hospitals...
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I like the food and I appreciate the service I get. I like the housekeeper, [name removed] because she does a Marvelous job. I like the people taking care of me and I have special ones that are very kind 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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Birmingham! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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Cost of independent living in Nicholson, MI

The average cost of senior living in Nicholson is $4,015 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mason, MI with an average of $3,224 per month.

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

Nicholson, MI
$4,015/mo
$3,583/mo
$3,607/mo

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

Nicholson, MI
$4,015/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$4,698/mo
Independent Living
$4,015/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,037/mo
Studio
$3,268/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,304/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,257/mo

Senior living costs in Nicholson 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: Nicholson, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNicholson, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,015/mo$3,802/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,544/mo$4,285/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,698/mo$4,665/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Nicholson, MI:$4,015/mo
Michigan:$3,802/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Nicholson, MI:$4,544/mo
Michigan:$4,285/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Nicholson, MI:$4,698/mo
Michigan:$4,665/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Nicholson, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Nicholson 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
Nicholson, MI$2,606/mo$2,563/mo+1.7%
Michigan$2,704/mo$2,671/mo+1.3%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Nicholson, MI
2024 average cost:$2,606/mo
2023 average cost:$2,563/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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 Nicholson

Recent reviews for independent living in Nicholson

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.

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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Meadows of Owosso

4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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Nicholson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nicholson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nicholson, 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 Nicholson 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 Nicholson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nicholson, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Nicholson 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 Nicholson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nicholson, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nicholson 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 Nicholson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nicholson, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
44%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.8%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.1%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.6%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Swanhaven Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nicholson, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 502 independent living facilities near Nicholson, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Nicholson, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Swanhaven Manor. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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