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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shaytown, MI

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The cost of independent living in Shaytown is about $2,599 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 281 options.

Read 4141 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 Lansing, Grand Ledge and Hastings.

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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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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.
Serenity Home - NorthSerenity Home - North is an assisted living community located in Marne, MI. The city of Marne is a small town in Ottawa County, northwest of Grand Rapids. Marne is a quiet town in Wright Township with a few shops and small stores. Residents can enjoy going out for walks,...
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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.
Sheldon Meadows Living Center is located in Grand Haven, which is only minutes away from both Holland and Grand Rapids, Michigan. We pride ourselves on making sure that each resident is able to live in a environment where they feel safe and can call home. We firmly believe that we establish the...
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, 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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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.
Masonic Pathways, a CCRC for both Masons and non-Masons, has been serving seniors in the friendly community of Alma, Michigan for nearly 100 years. Whether you choose to live independently, require assistance, rehabilitation or skilled nursing we have a lifestyle to suit your needs within our...
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Cost of independent living in Shaytown, MI

The average cost of senior living in Shaytown is $2,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lansing, MI with an average of $2,312 per month.

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

Shaytown, MI
$2,599/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,237/mo
Independent Living
$2,599/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,725/mo
Studio
$3,238/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,889/mo

Senior living costs in Shaytown 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: Shaytown, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShaytown, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,599/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,495/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,237/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shaytown, MI:$2,599/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Shaytown, MI:$5,495/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shaytown, MI:$6,237/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Shaytown, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shaytown 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
Shaytown, MI$2,894/mo$2,693/mo+7.4%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Shaytown, MI
2024 average cost:$2,894/mo
2023 average cost:$2,693/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Shaytown

Recent reviews for independent living in Shaytown

Meadows of Owosso

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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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Villa Maria in Grand Rapids, MI

5.0
They're doing an excellent job at Villa Maria, we'd give them top marks across the board! Everything they do here they do well! The facility itself is clean and well kept, the staff are all very friendly, they have plenty of activities, and the food is good! This was the first place we toured, ...
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Shaytown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaytown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaytown, 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 Shaytown 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 Shaytown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shaytown, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
24.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaytown 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 Shaytown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaytown, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaytown 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 Shaytown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaytown, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
29.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
31.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.8%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and StoryPoint Abbot Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaytown, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 281 independent living facilities near Shaytown, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shaytown, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and StoryPoint Abbot Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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