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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Whitmore Lake, MI
The cost of independent living in Whitmore Lake is about $4,797 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 642 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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I am very happy that my husband and I came here [name removed]. My husband died [name removed], and I have been made comfortable and helped through the rough time. It's a wonderful facility.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! We make a point to provide a diverse variety of services and amenities through our independent living and enhanced living options. Designed with each resident’s specific needs in mind, we work diligently each day to make every moment of every day something special...
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I would recommend to others, my dad hated every minute of it but he would have felt the same way about any place but home. We picked them because they were cheaper and he had his own apartment with a door...
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.
Put more life in your senior living. The senior life here is built on two things: interesting things to do, and interesting people to do them with. As one of the premier independent living communities in the heart of beautiful Brighton, Michigan, we offer our fantastic residents a fantastic...
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333 reviews
Very friendly residents, staff very considerate and friendly, ready to listen to issues and inquiries. My husband and I moved here [date removed], he passed in [date removed] and the love from staff was very...
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our independent living and enhanced living services allow residents to maintain their independence while providing a nurturing and enjoyable environment. We know it’s the little things in life that make a difference, so we work so hard to make each moment in our...
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9.0
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58 reviews
It is a good facility. We picked this community because it was a clean pleasant property. A friend who had a relative there recommended them. And A Place for Mom referred us. They had immediate...
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.
Atria Park of Ann Arbor provides older adults with an active lifestyle filled with daily opportunities for fitness, fun, personal growth and connecting with others. This welcoming, thoughtfully designed community offers charming wraparound porches and beautifully landscaped grounds with walking...
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6 reviews
I would tell others looking to make sure they ask pointed questions about the level of care their loved one will receive at other facilities. There are a lot of assisted living facilities to choose from...
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.
Cambrian Assisted Living & Memory Care is a local, family-owned business whose owners are hands-on and committed to insuring that exceptional care is their top priority. Owners Gareth and Denise Zebley have worked hard to provide a comfortable, caring and secure environment, giving residents...
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8.6
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32 reviews
At the beginning, everything we very, very good. By the time my mother passed, [date removed], they had trouble keeping staff, and there were 3 changes of management. I would have to reevaluate before...
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.
Hampton Manor of Brighton is a senior community with a passion for care and hospitality. The staff here dedicates time to assisting and spending time with residents. At this upscale and all-inclusive community, residents here can relax, feel at home, and have access to the amenities they’ll want...
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15 reviews
The experience is ok, not bad but not great. We picked this community because it was brand new, close to family, and accepted government assistance.
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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12 reviews
All the staff members are very nice & helpful. The rent has increased annually. That is a negative for sure. My mom has a studio. Size is small, as expected. All amenities are listed on the website I think.
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.
If you’re looking for a secure, enriching, maintenance-free lifestyle, look no further than Glacier Hills Senior Living Community. Located in beautiful Ann Arbor, Michigan, Glacier Hills residents enjoy the best each day, their way. And with a complete continuum of care available, residents have...
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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.
Caretel Inns Brighton provides all-inclusive pricing for assisted living and memory care in a charming and cozy environment. The campus has an attached post-acute rehabilitation center for your short-term rehabilitation care needs following a hospital stay so you can recover in a familiar...
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What I like about Hampton Manor of Hamburg is it's new and clean. The rooms are big bigger than some of the other places we looked at. You get a sizable room for the money compared to the prices and sizes...
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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Hillside Terrace is by far the best independent living, assisted living, and memory care in all of Washtenaw County. The staff is kind, building is spotless, and the leadership gets it. If you have not taken...
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.
As a family owned and operated retirement home in Ann Arbor, Hillside Terrace focuses holistically on improving and maintaining the well-being of our residents through promoting independence, engaging residents in a stimulating environment, and building a trusting rapport. All medical care...
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67 reviews
My aunt was resident in assisted living at IV of Brighton for l year. She was treated like family and we were sorry we had to leave due to dwindling resources and need or medicaid elig
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located at the corner of Huron and Fourth Streets, Courthouse Square is in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. With the bus stop right outside our front door, transportation is very convenient. Residents 55+ can enjoy the short stroll to Kerrytown Mall, the Farmers Market and other popular downtown...
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Cost of independent living in Whitmore Lake, MI
The average cost of senior living in Whitmore Lake is $4,797 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garden City, MI with an average of $3,879 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whitmore Lake, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whitmore Lake, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whitmore Lake vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Whitmore Lake, MI by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Whitmore Lake
Recent reviews for independent living in Whitmore Lake
The Orchards at Canterbury-on-the-Lake in Waterford Township, MI
5.0
You could not find a nicer staff. The facility does need some updates, but for the money it can't beat. Apartment sizes here are more than adequate.
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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Novi Lakes Health Campus
4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Brighton, the front desk staff went above and beyond to help a resident and remember their name. At Independence Village of Brighton Valley, the CorsoCare team bent over backwards ...
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Variety of activities and events. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities and social opportunities at their communities. Reviews for Brookdale Brighton mention the many activities, including lunch trips, day outings, and exercise classes. At Independence Village of Brighton Valley, there are crafts, card games, bingo, a ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, from the private rooms to common areas and grounds. For instance, at Brookdale Brighton, the facility is clean and decorations for holidays make it feel warm and inviting. At Lockwood of Lyon, the newness of the buildin ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Some reviews mention the benefit of having health care services on-site, such as the in-house medical staff at Independence Village of Plymouth. This can provide peace of mind for residents and their families, knowing that care is available when needed.
Safe and secure environment. The safety and security of the community is a concern for many families. At Independence Village of Brighton Valley, the staff are courteous and friendly, making residents feel safe and welcome. In addition, facilities like Independence Village of Brighton Valley and Glacier Hills, a CCRC ...
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Affordable pricing and financial assistance. Several reviews mention the affordability of the communities and the financial assistance options available, such as income tax credits. For example, at Lockwood of Lyon, the cost and newness of the building were major factors in the decision to move in.
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Whitmore Lake independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitmore Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitmore Lake, 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 Whitmore Lake 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 Whitmore Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whitmore Lake, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Whitmore Lake 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 Whitmore Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whitmore Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
75%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitmore Lake 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 Whitmore Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whitmore Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.7%
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Hutcheson Manor, StoryPoint Saline and Independence Village of Plymouth are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whitmore Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Whitmore Lake, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whitmore Lake, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, StoryPoint Saline and Independence Village of Plymouth. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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