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The cost of independent living in South Haven Highlands is about $3,702 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 188 options. Read 2407 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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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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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.
Petronas Country Home Inc. is located in Baroda, MI in Berrien County. This residential care home provides the support that you need in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Berrien enjoy checking out the areas wineries and all that they have to offer. Petronas Country Home...
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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: 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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986.  As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers.  We...
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Crossroads is always friendly, clean, helpful & inviting. My mother has lived here for six years. She is 94. She feels safe & welcomed. Her health is failing but I feel she is safe & welcome (still) as well....
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.
Crossroads Village Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Portage, MI. Portage, which is located in Kalamazoo County, is known for its historical parks and trail systems. Visitors and residents alike enjoy biking, walking and canoeing their way through this vibrant and welcoming...
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There are a couple crabby employees but the staff there are exceptionally nice. I'd recommend Railside. We all want the best for our families and they will get that here, hands down. They're all expensive...
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.
We offer our residents: *Three home-cooked meals served daily-plus home-baked snacks available throughout the day. *A variety of planned events designed to enrich your life-including exercise, games, outings, worship, parties, crafts and more! *Caring and competent staff around the clock to...
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, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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Mom is doing very well here she is enjoying her new surroundings. The property is beautiful with spacious grounds and peaceful surroundings. The staff is awesome very kind and considerate and helpful. Mom is...
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.
Here are Woodlands Terrace we have two locations; Our Bridgeman, Michigan location is sitting on twelve acres or woods and dunes right next to Lake Michigan, while our Niles, Michigan location is surrounded by vast meadows, trees, and ponds. We are a Christian facility for senior living and...
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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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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.
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I love the kind and friendly staff. Great care and wonderful atmosphere. Its clean, beautiful and up to date. Highly recommend.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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
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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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Very helpful and friendly staff Very good about answering call buttons quickly Do a pretty good job keeping track of foods people do not/ Cannot eat
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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
The Lexington Place at Longmeadow is an independent, 55 and over, senior housing community located in the small city of Niles, Berrien and Cass counties, MI. The community itself is located in the heart of the city, nearby many small lakes, and just down the road from the St. Joseph River. Niles,...
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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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Beautiful facility, clean, well staffed by attentive and communicative employees. Lovely setting. Very quiet. The food is overcooked and lacking in fresh vegetables, portions somewhat scant. Overall, our...
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.
Surrounded by rolling meadows, beautiful clusters of trees, ponds and wetlands, Woodland Terrace of Longmeadow is Southwestern Michigan's finest Senior Living Residence. Right off of US 31 at Niles/Buchanan Road, it is conveniently located within the Longmeadow development. Our location allows...

Cost of independent living in South Haven Highlands, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Haven Highlands is $3,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,513 per month.

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, vs. nearby cities

South Haven Highlands, MI
$3,702/mo

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, vs. state and national averages

South Haven Highlands, MI
$3,702/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,467/mo
Independent Living
$3,702/mo

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,787/mo
Studio
$5,198/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,022/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,533/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,374/mo

Senior living costs in South Haven Highlands 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: South Haven Highlands, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Haven Highlands, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,702/mo$3,859/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,377/mo$4,352/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,467/mo$4,767/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
South Haven Highlands, MI:$3,702/mo
Michigan:$3,859/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
South Haven Highlands, MI:$4,377/mo
Michigan:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
South Haven Highlands, MI:$4,467/mo
Michigan:$4,767/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Haven Highlands 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Haven Highlands, MI$3,148/mo$3,031/mo+3.8%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Haven Highlands, MI
2024 average cost:$3,148/mo
2023 average cost:$3,031/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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 South Haven Highlands

Recent reviews for independent living in South Haven Highlands

Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

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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Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the warmth and kindness of the staff at their community. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the friendly demeanor of the staff has made a significant difference in residents' lives, making them feel welcome and cared for. Similarly, at StoryPoint Portage, the caring nat ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Communities offer a range of activities designed to cater to the interests and needs of their residents. At Rivertown Ridge, there are plenty of opportunities for socialization and engagement, including events, classes, and outings. Residents at StoryPoint Wyoming appreciate the availability ...
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Welcoming and clean living spaces. The physical environment of a senior living community plays a crucial role in the overall experience of residents. At Royal Park Place, the lovely and welcoming atmosphere of the community is appreciated by residents and their families alike. Additionally, the cleanliness of the living spaces ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Strong communication between staff and residents and their families is essential for a positive senior living experience. At Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, the staff's openness to discussing care needs and concerns has been a source of relief and reassurance for families. Similarly ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Adequate and enjoyable meals are a priority for seniors living in a community. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the thoughtful approach to meal preparation, including accommodating dietary restrictions, has led to numerous positive reviews. Similarly, at Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Ba ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Feeling secure and safe is crucial for seniors. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the multiple layers of safety protocols have put residents and their families at ease. Similarly, at Grand Woods Senior Apartments, the reassuring presence of safety measures has contributed to a sense of peace ...
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South Haven Highlands independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Haven Highlands independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Haven Highlands, 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 South Haven Highlands 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 South Haven Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Haven Highlands 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 South Haven Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Haven Highlands, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Haven Highlands 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 South Haven Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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River Ridge Retirement Village, Laurel Oaks of South Haven and Forest Glen Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Haven Highlands, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 188 independent living facilities near South Haven Highlands, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Haven Highlands, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living, StoryPoint Grand Rapids East and StoryPoint Grand Rapids West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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