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The cost of independent living in Oil City is about $3,670 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 148 options. Read 1772 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Overall I think they're doing a great job at The Horizon taking care of my loved one. The staff are all very caring, and the facility itself is clean and nice looking. The food they serve is good, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Horizon Senior Living IV is an assisted living community that is located in Standish, Michigan. The Horizon Senior Living is family owned and operated, so they are determined to provide the best care. The staff at this assisted living facility are determined to make your loved ones feel safe...
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Pleasant Ridge Manor
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.
Photo of Harmony Pines
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pine Knoll is a senior community for those who are 62 and older, or for those disabled at any age. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. We offer one bedroom garden level apartment homes with a patio and intercom entry. Pine Knoll is nestled close to the woods on a corner...
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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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Green Acres, located in Greenville, Michigan seems to have it all when it comes to assisted living for the elderly. We focus on personalized living spaces within a community atmosphere, and have worked hard to maintain elderly independent living as much as possible with private, personalized...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Brook of West Branch is an assisted living community situated in West Branch, MI. The quaint city of West Branch is known for its scenic trails, lakes and streams. Golfers enjoy taking advantage of the area's collection of golf courses, while fishermen appreciate the outstanding trout streams...

Cost of independent living in Oil City, MI

The average cost of senior living in Oil City is $3,670 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gladwin, MI with an average of $3,075 per month.

Independent living costs in Oil City, MI, vs. nearby cities

Oil City, MI
$3,670/mo
$3,722/mo

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

Oil City, MI
$3,670/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Oil City, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,446/mo
Independent Living
$3,670/mo

Independent living costs in Oil City, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,046/mo
Studio
$5,038/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,144/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,694/mo

Senior living costs in Oil City 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: Oil City, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOil City, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,670/mo$3,859/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,136/mo$4,352/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,446/mo$4,767/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Oil City, MI:$3,670/mo
Michigan:$3,859/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Oil City, MI:$4,136/mo
Michigan:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Oil City, MI:$4,446/mo
Michigan:$4,767/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Oil City, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oil City 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oil City, MI$2,546/mo$2,376/mo+7.2%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Oil City, MI
2024 average cost:$2,546/mo
2023 average cost:$2,376/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oil City

Recent reviews for independent living in Oil City

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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Welcome Home Assisted Living Of Owosso

5.0
I was looking for a place for my mom for quite some time. I visited Welcome Home and fell in love! The homes are beautiful! Once I placed my mom I was pleased to find our that the staff truly care about the elderly. I am beyond happy that I found Welcome Home! My mom is doing very well, ...
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White Oaks Assisted Living and Dementia Care in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Active social environment with numerous activities. Many reviews from Independence Village of Saginaw mention the abundance of activities offered, keeping residents engaged and helping them make new friends. Activities include games, crafts, entertainment, and outings.
Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews for Swanhaven Manor consistently praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members, making residents feel welcome and well-cared for.
Delicious and accommodating meals. At Winter Village, several reviews commend the quality and variety of meals, with the chef frequently adjusting to individual dietary preferences and restrictions.
Comfortable and safe living spaces. Reviews for Independence Village of Saginaw highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the private living spaces, while the community as a whole provides a secure environment for residents.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents at Traditions of Saginaw enjoy the community's well-organized activities and opportunities to socialize, making new friends and staying engaged in their daily lives.
Considerate and thoughtful care services. Several reviews from Colonial Villa mention the compassionate care provided by staff, ensuring residents receive the assistance they need while maintaining their dignity and independence.
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Oil City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oil City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oil City, 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 Oil City 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 Oil City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oil City, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oil City 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 Oil City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oil City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oil City 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 Oil City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oil City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.3%
46.4%
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