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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ridgeway, MI

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The cost of independent living in Ridgeway is about $3,856 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 422 options. Read 7732 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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I really like the community the staff is very good. It is clean and up-kept. I would like for the community to start offering food services. It would be nice if i didn't have to cook . I would recommend it...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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 Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Royal Oak TowersRoyal Oak Towers Senior Apartments is located in the lovely city of Ferndale, Oakland County , MI. This senior housing building is designed for residents 55 years of age and older. The beautiful building is 11 stories high and is close to many amenities.Royal Oak’s caring and...
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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.
The Historic Kamper Stevens Apartments is an independent senior living community designed for seniors ages 62 and over who are able to care for themselves and wish to live independently.The impressive 22 story high-rise community, located in the heart of downtown Detroit, offers tremendous views...
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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.
At Living well, we believe that living life to the fullest in those "Golden Years play a very important part of our seniors Well Being. Comfort, Safety and a lifestyle alternative to nursing home placement. At Living Well, our residents can choose a one or two bedroom comfortable rental...
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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.
Photo of The Flats at 124 Alfred
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: 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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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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.
The Cityview Senior Tower is a senior housing community located in the middle of the bustling city of Detroit, Michigan. The senior housing apartments are close to all the local midtown luxuries including the Cultural and Theatre districts. Detroit is an exciting place to live and a great place...
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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.
Estabrooks Havencrest provides only “Excellent care” for the elderly. Weekly visitis are made by our house physician. Nurse on call 24hrs. We administer medication and maintain a 24 hr “awake” staff. We care for dementia. Alzheimer’s and hospice care is available. We are family owned and operated.
Photo of Dolce Vita Retirement Living
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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I think that her experience is pretty typical. She is almost 93 and the care that she is getting is really good. They have an exercise class daily. They have some art projects. They have some gardening but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
St. Anne’s Mead Senior Community is an assisted living community located in Southfield, Michigan, located in Oakland County and home to just over 71,000 people. Southfield is a growing city with a few skyscrapers and businesses. Residents will enjoy having access to great area shopping, sporting...
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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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My loved one is living here. I like that it is so close to the house. They are affordable. I also like that they provided the support that my loved one's need in a convenient location. I don't have any major...
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: 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.
Elmwood Towers Senior Apartments is now accepting applications. Elmwood Towers is just north of East Lafayette. Our one bedroom apartment starts with all utilities included. Elmwood Towers is professionally managed by Independent Management Services, Inc.Restrictions...
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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They will call me and let me know when things are going on, I was really impressed with that. The food is pretty good, she seems pretty pleased with it. They need a more parking. The cleanliness was top...
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.
Designed for retirees and seniors, you will find that Green Acres of Mason provides the very best in retirement living.  We focus on independent and customized living spaces within a community atmosphere.  You'll find that Green Acres is the place to be, with personalized...

Cost of independent living in Ridgeway, MI

The average cost of senior living in Ridgeway is $3,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Manitou Beach-Devils Lake, MI with an average of $3,109 per month.

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

Ridgeway, MI
$3,856/mo
$4,258/mo
$4,738/mo

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

Ridgeway, MI
$3,856/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$5,343/mo
Independent Living
$3,856/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,138/mo
Studio
$4,941/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,633/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,069/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,577/mo

Senior living costs in Ridgeway 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: Ridgeway, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRidgeway, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,856/mo$3,755/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,931/mo$4,255/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,343/mo$4,626/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Ridgeway, MI:$3,856/mo
Michigan:$3,755/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Ridgeway, MI:$4,931/mo
Michigan:$4,255/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Ridgeway, MI:$5,343/mo
Michigan:$4,626/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Ridgeway, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ridgeway 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
Ridgeway, MI$2,601/mo$2,524/mo+3.0%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ridgeway, MI
2024 average cost:$2,601/mo
2023 average cost:$2,524/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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 Ridgeway

Recent reviews for independent living in Ridgeway

Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH

3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging activities for residents. Residents at various communities express their appreciation for the wide range of activities offered, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and singing sessions. For example, at Brookhaven Manor, they go on regular outings to nearby city parks for fishing and hiking, while a ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members towards residents and their families. Families of residents at The James Ferndale, for instance, praise the staff's responsiveness and friendliness, while at Independence Village of Brighton Valley, the caregivers are de ...
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Properly cleaned and maintained living spaces. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in the community, both for private living spaces and common areas. Residents of Brookdale Brighton mention the updated bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room, while at American House Southland Senior Living, the apart ...
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Customizable meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in overall satisfaction for many residents. At the Genesis Village, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtimes a highlight for residents. In contrast, at StoryPoint Novi, some families suggest improvements in m ...
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Supportive and accommodating community. Many reviews mention the sense of community and support among residents and staff. For example, at Westhaven Manor, residents feel like they're part of a family, while at All Seasons Ann Arbor, the staff make new residents feel welcome and provide opportunities to meet other residents throug ...
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Communication between residents, families, and staff. Clear and open communication is crucial for maintaining trust and understanding between residents, families, and staff. At Independence Village of White Lake, residents and their families praise the staff for their responsiveness and attentiveness, while at Independence Village of White Lake ...
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Ridgeway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgeway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgeway, 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 Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgeway, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.2%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgeway, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.1%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgeway, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
42%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.6%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.2%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46.5%
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