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9 Best Independent Living Communities in West Ishpeming, MI
The cost of independent living in West Ishpeming is about $3,479 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 34 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 Marquette, Floodwood and Diorite.
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9.2
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13 reviews
I would recommend it if that is the type of facility they needed. We liked the facility and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
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.
Situated in a quiet, wooded area near the shores of Lake Superior, Brookridge Heights is a vibrant senior living community located near Downtown Marquette, the Marquette Ore Dock, and UP Health System Marquette. Wake up every day in a safe, intentionally designed living space. We tend to the...
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8.5
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5 reviews
They were extremely compassionate and caring with my mother. She was always clean and seemed content. My mother was in memory care and the staff was amazing. I don't use that word lightly. I was updated...
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.
Mill Creek Senior Living is locally owned and operated and offers a full continuum of care from independent living through advanced memory care. We are committed to providing the support seniors need to live the fullest and most satisfying lives while treating them with the respect and dignity...
8.5
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16 reviews
[name removed] came with the energy and encouragement I was looking for. Her passion for care affirmed that this was the facility that best met my mother`s needs. We are looking forward to moving in and...
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.
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.
A quiet, scenic setting close to Lake Bancroft on the edge of the city of Ishpeming, Canda Manor offers balconies on a large number of apartment homes with laundry services in each building, a playground, picnic areas with grills and off-street parking with plug-ins to make winter less of a...
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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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.
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.
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.
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 West Ishpeming, MI
The average cost of senior living in West Ishpeming is $3,479 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Mountain, MI with an average of $2,262 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in West Ishpeming
Recent reviews for independent living in West Ishpeming
Brookridge Heights Assisted Living in Marquette, MI
5.0
Of all the facilities we toured by far Brookridge was the best. We felt a genuine connection to the community there. From the greeting we received to the end of the tour we saw smiles, eye contact, generosity, sincerity, kindness, and true caring. From [name removed] warm smile and genuine ...
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Brookridge Heights in Marquette, MI
3.6
The staff was nice, my mom seemed to like everyone who cared for her.
My mom seem to enjoy bingo, she didn't really participate in much else, she was not physically active. I don't really know what else they offered. How could they improve on the food? I'm not sure, she only seemed to enjoy ...
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Mill Creek Senior Living Community in Marquette, MI
5.0
They were extremely compassionate and caring with my mother. She was always clean and seemed content. My mother was in memory care and the staff was amazing. I don't use that word lightly. I was updated on her condition regularly. The staff was there for her and I during her final days. I ...
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West Ishpeming independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Ishpeming independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Ishpeming, 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 West Ishpeming 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 West Ishpeming partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Ishpeming, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Ishpeming 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 West Ishpeming communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Ishpeming, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Ishpeming 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 West Ishpeming offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Ishpeming, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.7%
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Brookridge Heights, Mill Creek Senior Living Community and Brookridge Heights Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Ishpeming, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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