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9.5
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83 reviews
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The faculty is beautiful inside and outside. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They treat my mom with loving care. They have a very good security system to keep the residents safe. Everything is clean...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At Glen Abbey, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a welcoming...
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9.5
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27 reviews
9.5
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Staff is very helpful, the facility is clean. Activities are offered everyday and are at a level that everyone can participate (although my mother in law thinks they are too elementary for her). The rooms...
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 the perfect blend of comfort and care at Serene Gardens of Grand Hartland. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers all-inclusive pricing, ensuring peace of mind for families. With a focus on individualized care, our dedicated team provides tailored support for each...
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1515 Floor plans available
9.5
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443 reviews
9.5
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Staff and care has been great, food is tasty but could use more variety for those picky senior eaters. Apartments are ample in size. Biggest issue would be billing and communication from management and staff...
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 Saline! 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 independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each...
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9.5
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45 reviews
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The apartment has been wonderful for them. I think the place is plenty big enough for two people and it helped for the move because they knew going in they could only bring up a certain amount of the clutter...
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.
Welcome to Parkside of Livonia, Livonia's premier 55+ independent senior living community! Situated in a picturesque setting surrounded by lush greenery and just minutes from Rotary Park and the Henry Ford Museum, Parkside of Livonia offers an active adult lifestyle like no other.Our spacious 1...
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66 Floor plans available
9.5
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39 reviews
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I enjoy the activities. Everyone is very friendly. I have no issues. The place is always clean. I have been happy being here. I been here for a year. I think it's a little more than I expected. Thanks
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.
Sterling Woods is a retirement community designed to be everything many adults dream about — the finest in senior living with all the services and amenities imaginable. Set amid beautiful landscaping, each Sterling Woods apartment home is part of a community in which close friendships blossom and...
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9.5
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16 reviews
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She has a room to her self and always clean she goes outside from time to time and they keep her clean , very friendly workers. Yes I would recommend the The Vernon Center community to others
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent living is designed to provide the optimum in convenience, socialization, and peace of mind. We combine the best in community activities and togetherness coupled with the privacy and independence of your own apartment. Let us help you with the cooking and housekeeping while you enjoy a...
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9.5
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320 reviews
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I love it here. I want everybody to know how great it is. Staff/care: Excellent! The amount of activities every day is incredible, not sure how they do it. The food is wonderful. They have different...
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.
Senior living is about living life your way, with fewer everyday worries and more time for what you enjoy. At Independence Village of Plymouth, independent living and enhanced living offer a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable, engaging, and full of possibilities.Independent living offers...
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9.5
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I felt it was important that she feel comfortable with whatever we chose. She ended up liking the staff at Town Village over all the rest. It wasn't a brand new place. It was comfortable, the staff were...
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.
Close to shopping, dining and healthcare centers, Town Village is known for rich amenities—inside and out. Gather with friends and family around the stone fireplace or entertain in the private dining room. Step outside and discover peaceful spaces for strolling—across nine acres of beautiful...
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9.5
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Overall it's good. Cleanliness is great. The staff is great, but seems to be short most days. Activities are great - a good variety for the residents. Food is a huge complaint with my cousin....
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 StoryPoint Shelby 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 level, we strive to make...
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The entire staff at Beechwood is amazing. Kind, compassionate, attentive and dedicated. The facility is super clean and the food is homemade and delicious. Daily activities for the residents that are unique...
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.
Beechwood Manor Assisted Living serves each resident with respect and compassion at every level of care, while considering their individuality along with maintaining their dignity.
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Photo of Atria Park of Ann Arbor
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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67 reviews
9.4
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67 reviews
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Everyone has been helpful, accommodating, and understanding during what has been a very stressful time. The apartment we have is ideal for our needs and is well appointed and regularly serviced by the staff....
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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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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60 reviews
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The staff have been great to work with and very accommodating. The care is through a company called Advisacare and they have been very good. They do have a higher turnover rate but once we get to know the...
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.
Life at Park Place Heritage Village is what many adults dream about—a modern, luxury retirement community with all the services and amenities imaginable. Set amid beautiful landscaping are well-appointed apartment homes, each one designed with maximum comfort in mind. And because Park Place...
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9.4
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Yes I would food is good, staff is kind and caring. Thank you A place for Mom I am total happy here the apartment is perfect. I would recommend 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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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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93 reviews
9.4
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93 reviews
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My Mother-in-law was comfortable there (she passed away in February). The staff were wonderful to her and she enjoyed the food.
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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5252 Photos available
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9.4
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45 reviews
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StoryPoint Northville - my rating is a 5. From the first introduction to having Dad moved in has been exceptional. Dad was not initially thrilled of the idea (surprise right?) but after 1st week, he is...
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 Utica Assisted Living
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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25 reviews
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What we like the most about Brookdale Utica is that it is clean, friendly, and they have good food. It is brightly lite with lots of windows, comfortable porch for nice weather. Mom really doesn't...
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.
Live out loud. And love life.If you’re looking for high-quality assisted living or memory care services, you’ll find it here in beautiful Utica, Michigan, just outside of Detroit. With its warm and inviting atmosphere, and an abundance of shopping and dining options, you’ll find Utica to be a...
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My parents like Like Lockwood of Burton. No real negatives. My dad says they don't give you enough portions for dinner, but that's my dad. I've eaten there for dinners, and I thought it was good. They are...
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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The workers and residents are super friendly and helpful. The facility is well maintained. There are many activities for which residents can participate. Food is very good. Apartments are clean and well...
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.
Allegria Village is a senior living community with the full continuum of care (Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehabilitation Care and Long-Term Nursing Care, as well as an onsite Beaumont Geriatric Physicians Medical Center with full-time physicians and dentistry and podiatry)...
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9.2
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They were responsive, transparent with their pricing and accommodating to my mother in law. So far she is happy there! I would recommend Symphony Linden to others looking for care. It has been an overall...
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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99 Photos available
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9.2
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They have very friendly staff. I would tell another family considering this community, that it is nice. Yes I would recommend American House Southland Senior Living to others.
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.
Meet the different personalities of our staff Friday, October 24 from 1 to 3pm This is a great opportunity to come and see what life is like here at Southland. Each department will have a display table to share with you what they do at our community. You'll receive a thank you gift, including a...
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3636 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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The activities I would say are very good, along with outings to restaurants and shopping, with their shuttle. The care overall has been good, there have been ups and downs and weekends the staffing seems...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At StoryPoint Canton, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a welcoming...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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From the staff, residents & activities it has been a great experience for my mom! It is a perfect size and every time I am there I see residents visiting, playing games, or doing puzzles, sitting outside or...
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.
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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The staff is professional and kind the activities are fun the people are friendly and the food is good I notice people with special diets are very well taken care of.
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.
At Ivy Terrace, we provide a community where you can build rich connections, and experience the independence to be yourself while living life to its full potential.Designed with your comfort in mind, our accommodating private senior apartment living offers you the freedom to enjoy all of the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The living room has a urine smell but everything is clean from what I can see. The staff is wonderful but there could use a few more activities. It is the best value that I was able to find.
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living is located in the heart of West Michigan. Our assisted living community offers clean, comfortable, private and semi-private rooms. Our experienced, caring staff is available 24 hours a day. There are many important advantages to assisted living. Your loved one will...
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Cost of independent living in Oakland County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Oakland County is $2,504 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wayne County, MI with an average of $2,469 per month.

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

Oakland County, MI
$2,504/mo

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

Oakland County, MI
$2,504/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,827/mo
Independent Living
$2,504/mo

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

Studio
$3,222/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,915/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Oakland County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland County, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,504/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,577/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,827/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Oakland County, MI:$2,504/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland County, MI:$5,577/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Oakland County, MI:$5,827/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Oakland County, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oakland County 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 average 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
Oakland County, MI$2,559/mo$2,534/mo+1.0%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Oakland County, MI
2024 average cost:$2,559/mo
2023 average cost:$2,534/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,821/mo
2023 average cost:$2,761/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland County

Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland County

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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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Oakland County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oakland County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oakland County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Oakland County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
45%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
47.6%
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Related senior services in Oakland County, Michigan

In Oakland County, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Oakland County is car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Oakland County include Ride SMART and myride2. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Oakland County has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is not particularly walkable.

Oakland County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including McLaren Oakland and Pontiac General Hospital.

Oakland County is composed of 62 cities, townships, and villages and is known for its storied main streets and outdoor recreational opportunities. Art enthusiasts will find beautiful contemporary work in Bloomfield Hills’ Cranbrook Museum, and history buffs can take guided tours of the historic Meadow Brook Hall. You’ll find a variety of locally owned businesses, restaurants, and breweries to support, and communities throughout the county host family-friendly events every season.

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