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The cost of independent living in Oakley is about $2,585 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 308 options.

Read 5217 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Saginaw, Flushing and Swartz Creek.

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Photo of Tridgeview Commons
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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The staff was very kind and attentive to my Mom. They checked on her frequently, did their best to engage her, and kept her as comfortable as possible. They were also very courteous to me. It was such an...
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.
Are you seeking a senior-living community that offers care that adjusts as you do—and which allows you to keep living your best life? Our community in Midland, MI can help you do just that and enjoy all the comforts of home, worry free. Our campus is conveniently located near U.S.10 on Waldo...
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Rachel Sovereign did a wonderful job with my mom. They are all a 5. The home is an older building so it is not a new beautiful facility but the care was top notch. Food always looked fabulous and lot home...
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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The staff was very helpful from when I began to look for a place to the last day. Very knowledgeable, trustworthy and enormously helpful.
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.
Photo of Courtyard Manor of Howell
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staff were great. Atmosphere was homey. Family and friends were always welcome no matter whst time it was. When my Mum passed away they were so supportive to my family. Thank you
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.
Courtyard Manor of HowellProvides compassionate care in a home like setting. An alternative to a nursing home and able to accommodate heavy care residents to include:Tube feedings, Catheters, Hoyer lifts, end of life and hospice care.We cater to our residents and our families with unlimited...
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8.8
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The staff seem very helpful. They have a lot of great activities and the apartment is nice. I felt they could have been a little more organized with our move in, such as having the cable box so the TV would...
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.
From freshly prepared meals to an energetic social scene, Bickford ensures your loved one experiences the zest of life every day. Our caregivers, more like extended family, are there at every step, ensuring your loved one’s best possible life. Central to our ethos is the HigherPath senior health...
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Staff is great! Clean Loves the group activities Rooms are great size! She hasn't tried the food options. My mom is thriving!
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.
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Photo of American House Milford Senior Living
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66 Floor plans available
8.7
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Great staff headed by [name removed]and almost everyone is upbeat and truly enjoys what they are doing. Not perfect but dang close.
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.
A charming, cozy community, American House Milford is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in the quaint town of Milford and surrounding areas of Highland, Commerce, and Bloomfield. American House Milford is also located close to Huron Valley Sinai...
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Staff are friendly and encouraging to residents. I would recommend this place because if a person got worse they could be moved to one of the other building that are the exact same so residents don't become...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Rosehaven Manor
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The staff is amazing, so compassionate, caring, and helpful. The care shown to residents here is excellent! There are many activities provided here:Bingo, Uno, Yahtzee, movies, crafts, chair exercises, bus...
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 Rosehaven Manor. We are a senior living at its finest. Do you have a pet? Well, you're in luck. Rosehaven allows small pets with a monthly fee. We have many actives for you to enjoy, including bus trips. As a resident of Rosehaven Manor you will live in style in a lovely one- or...
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Shared room size is comfortable. Personal closets in each bedroom allow for ample space for clothes and supplies. Cable television service is included. My father, the resident at Community Village, often...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Living Waters Buell Lake
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8.5
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8.5
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[name removed], director of, is very experienced. She is compassionate, at the same time, following all the laws/ rules for Hippa. I highly recommend Living Waters Buell Lake to others looking.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Brand New in the Fall of 2020 Living Waters Buell Lake is a modern Assisted Living Facility located in the peaceful, beautiful and conveniently located country side of Northern Genesee County. This Home sits overlooking Buell Lake and is within a 10 to 20 minute drive of Frankenmuth, Birch Run,...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Linden
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We choose charter based on cleanliness, friendliness, safeness, room selection, size of the facility and location. I already have recommended. I'll just add Mom is happy and more engaged there. So far so goo
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 personalized approach to Assisted Living, Memory Care and Short-Term Stays will take away worry and add comfort for those seeking the best in senior care. Learn how to get started on your journey to exceptional senior living and why choosing Charter makes all the difference.Linden, MI, is...
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Photo of Tranquility Estates
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Tranquility Estates is an intimate, luxury facility, offering all the care and amenities your family member will need. From my personal experience at larger corporate owned facilites, Tranquility is where...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Home to Tranquility Estates and live with comfort and peace of mind.At Tranquility Estates, we believe every resident deserves to live with dignity, independence and most of all joy. Nestled in tranquil welcoming Grand Blanc area for 10 years and it's just a stones throw from the...
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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 Hampton Manor of Brighton
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the only reason I would mark activities low is because they seem to have a hard time keeping activities directors. But, they do a great job when they are there. 8. 3 I also marked this lower because my...
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.
Hampton Manor of Brighton is a senior community with a passion for care and hospitality. The staff here dedicates time to assisting and spending time with residents. At this upscale and all-inclusive community, residents here can relax, feel at home, and have access to the amenities they’ll want...
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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 Charter Senior Living of Bay City
1111 Photos available
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Mom is getting great care. Staff is friendly and manager as well as nurse is very engaging and really do care. Mom’s only complaint is that she doesn’t like the food. She is a picky eater so I am sure it is...
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.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living 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 participating in...
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Caring staff from cleaning group maintenance guys to top administrators. Well maintained and staffed. Now that I am in a larger building I can appreciate the smaller building with more intimate porches. Much...
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 Lockwood of Fenton - a luxury senior community with everything you need all in one place! Upscale amenities, a spectrum of services, and a premium location offer a fun and unique living experience for all to enjoy. The Lockwood Senior Living brand was established in 2002. Today, the...
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We have certain people that we absolutely love there with the staff. As with anywhere they are overtaxed with too much to do I feel more staff would be appropriate. My parents like the food very much 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.
Caretel Inns Brighton provides all-inclusive pricing for assisted living and memory care in a charming and cozy 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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The staff was great and did everything they could to accommodate my Dad. He was only there for a couple of weeks and didn't participate in an activity because of his health.
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 Americana Seniors of Davison
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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 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 Courtyard Manor of Swartz Creek
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Smaller community which allows staff to care for individuals on a one to one basis. Friendly and takes care of the individuals needs more efficiently.
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.
Courtyard Manor of Swartz Creek is an alternative to a nursing home located in lovely Swartz Creek, Michigan, situated in Genesee County. Its location is ideal for assisted living; located just outside of Flint, Michigan, it is close enough to all the necessities while still remaining quiet and...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Stepping Stone Falls
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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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My family and loved one had a good experience with The Sugarbush Manor. The staff are friendly, respectful, accommodating, helpful, and compassionate. There are activities and meals provided to assist with...
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.
Located on the McLaren Health Campus, Sugarbush Manor provides 14 private rooms with private half-baths. We are able to provide all the assistance with daily life for our residents and can accommodate a large variety of physical and memory care needs.We offer a wonderful homelike environment with...
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Cost of independent living in Oakley, MI

The average cost of senior living in Oakley is $2,585 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flint, MI with an average of $2,438 per month.

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

Oakley, MI
$2,585/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,829/mo
Independent Living
$2,585/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,499/mo
Studio
$2,928/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,010/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,896/mo

Senior living costs in Oakley 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: Oakley, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakley, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,585/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,875/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,829/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Oakley, MI:$2,585/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Oakley, MI:$4,875/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Oakley, MI:$5,829/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Oakley, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oakley 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
Oakley, MI$2,655/mo$2,665/mo-0.3%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Oakley, MI
2024 average cost:$2,655/mo
2023 average cost:$2,665/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
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

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Oakley

Recent reviews for independent living in Oakley

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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Burcham Hills in East Lansing, MI

4.0
I chose Burcham Hills because I went and interviewed different places and this is the one that stood out to me. It seemed like they had more of an open door policy, people were mingling rather than sitting in their rooms and I liked that. I am in a smaller apartment and I am happy with it, they ...
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The Pines of Burton

5.0
The Pines of Burton is the perfect setting for my mom. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting and smells nice. She loves her apartment which we decorated with her own furnishings so it is very nice and homey. I have dined there with my mom and the food is ...
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Strong sense of community. Residents at multiple communities mention the sense of community and belonging that they have experienced. At StoryPoint East Lansing, residents appreciate the warm atmosphere, friendliness of their neighbors, and the feeling of being part of a larger family.
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Oakley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakley, 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 Oakley 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 Oakley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakley, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakley 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 Oakley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakley, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakley 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 Oakley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakley, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.1%
47.6%
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Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Oakhaven Manor and Swanhaven Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakley, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 308 independent living facilities near Oakley, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakley, Michigan are Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Oakhaven Manor and Oasis of Clarkston. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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