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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Waterloo, MI
The cost of independent living in Waterloo is about $4,333 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 93 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Ann Arbor, Jackson and Howell.
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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.
Reflections Community Jackson, MI The Reflections Senior Community is located in the pristine area of Jackson, Jackson County, MI. There are a number of different amenities in this area that will allow a senior to get in touch with nature. The Falling Waters Trail is a nearly three mile nature...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
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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Cost of independent living in Waterloo, MI
The average cost of senior living in Waterloo is $4,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, MI with an average of $2,866 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Waterloo, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Waterloo, MI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Waterloo, MI by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Waterloo
Recent reviews for independent living in Waterloo
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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Balfour Ann Arbor
4.9
It is exceptional! Not a "value" place but exceptional care for the price! I like that my mom is content, more self sufficient in many ways, mentally more than anything. She feels respected and knows her preferences for the way things are done are listened to even if they can't always be ...
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Glacier Hills, a CCRC in Ann Arbor, MI
4.3
It has been good but challenging. My mom seems happy there but at [age removed} there is always something. She doesn't care for the new menus as they don't always have an option that she likes. But I give them a 5 because of [name removed], the resident liaison. The reason for the care services ...
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Waterloo independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterloo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo 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 Waterloo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterloo, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
22.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterloo 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 Waterloo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterloo, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterloo 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 Waterloo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterloo, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.1%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.8%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
StoryPoint Saline, Brookdale Brighton and Independence Village of Brighton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waterloo, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Waterloo, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Waterloo, Michigan are StoryPoint Saline, Independence Village of Brighton Valley and Hampton Manor of Brighton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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