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The cost of independent living in Sumner is about $3,466 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 265 options. Read 3313 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.
Here at Horizon Senior Living II, we try to make the living experience as much like home as possible. From our caring staff of nurses and assistants to the decorations on the walls, as soon as you walk through the doors, you will get a sense of warmth. We are an elderly care facility that...
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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, 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: 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
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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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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.
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, 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
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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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Great staff, beautiful facility!!
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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My brother has been at this facility for 2 years. Since the home was purchased by New Haven I have been very pleased. The staff is always pleasant and helpful and it is clean! He enjoys the meals and his...
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: 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.
Ivy Terrace Senior ResidenceIvy Terrace is a senior housing community located in the heart of the beautiful city of Midlands, Midland County, MI. Our location is set to give our residents a life full of convenience due to our proximity to shopping areas, worship houses, Midland hospital, and...
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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I visited a friend who had to stay for a 4 day visit due to a health problem. I was very impressed by the spacious room, the very friendly staff, the cleanliness of the halls and the rooms and friendliness...
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.
Fountain View of Lowell is located just east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Here you will find beautifully landscaped grounds located in a quite country setting. Our facility features assisted living and specialized memory care buildings. We offer a full continuum of care. With 24 hour trained...
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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
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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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I have been nothing but impressed with Green Acres. My loved one has lived here in the memory unit for over a year and in every aspect the staff is attentive and kind. The facility has always helped us...
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.
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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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I have no complaints about the staff at this community and everything that they have done for my loved one since she has moved in. I am very comfortable with there care and would recommend it to anyone. She...
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.
Covington Woods Senior Apartments represents the finest independent senior housing in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan. If you crave a sense of entertaining community activity, Lansing will not let you down. For music lovers, there is the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, the Lansing Jazz Fest, or the...
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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Sumner, MI

The average cost of senior living in Sumner is $3,466 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maple Rapids, MI with an average of $2,969 per month.

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

Sumner, MI
$3,466/mo
$3,524/mo

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

Sumner, MI
$3,466/mo
U.S. national average
$4,175/mo

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

$4,324/mo
Independent Living
$3,466/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,020/mo
Studio
$4,998/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,975/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,212/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,409/mo

Senior living costs in Sumner 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: Sumner, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumner, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,466/mo$3,757/mo$4,175/mo
Assisted Living$4,198/mo$4,258/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,324/mo$4,630/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Sumner, MI:$3,466/mo
Michigan:$3,757/mo
U.S.:$4,175/mo
Assisted Living
Sumner, MI:$4,198/mo
Michigan:$4,258/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Sumner, MI:$4,324/mo
Michigan:$4,630/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Sumner, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sumner 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
Sumner, MI$2,819/mo$2,619/mo+7.6%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Sumner, MI
2024 average cost:$2,819/mo
2023 average cost:$2,619/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sumner

Recent reviews for independent living in Sumner

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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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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Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Active social environment with various activities. Several reviews praise the wide range of activities offered at different senior living communities, allowing residents to meet new friends and stay engaged. For example, at Independence Village of Saginaw, residents rave about daily activities like Bingo, singing, and card games, as well as re ...
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Comfortable and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various senior living communities. At StoryPoint Rockford, for instance, the staff is described as going above and beyond to make loved ones feel at home and part of the family.
High-quality, customizable meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Swanhaven Manor, for example, the variety of food options and accommodations for dietary restrictions ensure that residents look forward to mealtimes every d ...
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Accommodating and responsive management. Several residents share positive experiences with management at their communities, specifically the quick and helpful responses to concerns and requests. At Grand Woods Senior Apartments, for instance, the staff is praised for their attentiveness and willingness to make adjustments to improve ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. At Independence Village of Grand Ledge, for example, residents appreciate the renovated patio and dining room and the cleanliness of the commo ...
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Supportive and compassionate care. Many reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, making daily tasks easier and safer for residents and their families. For example, at Cascade Trails Senior Living, care staff is described as showing compassion and understanding, providing essential support f ...
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Sumner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumner, 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 Sumner 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 Sumner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sumner, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumner 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 Sumner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sumner, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.4%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumner 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 Sumner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sumner, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
19%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.4%
46.5%
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StoryPoint Abbot Park, Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care and Swanhaven Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sumner, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 265 independent living facilities near Sumner, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sumner, Michigan are Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of East Lansing. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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