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The cost of independent living in Zilwaukee is about $3,674 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 320 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
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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The staff and residents are friendly and the community is very clean. I wouldn't change anything because the community is fine the way it is. I am pleased with Riverwalk Meadows and I would recommend them.
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.
Riverwalk Meadows is nestled along Bay City’s Veteran’s park offering spectacular views of both the park and river. Designed with seniors in mind we are conveniently located just 2 blocks from Riverside Senior Center and are also close to shopping and medical facilities.Heat, water, sewer 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.
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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: 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.
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, 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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Zilwaukee, MI

The average cost of senior living in Zilwaukee is $3,674 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millington, MI with an average of $2,883 per month.

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

Zilwaukee, MI
$3,674/mo
$3,670/mo

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

Zilwaukee, MI
$3,674/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,571/mo
Independent Living
$3,674/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,035/mo
Studio
$4,608/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,373/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,001/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,694/mo

Senior living costs in Zilwaukee 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: Zilwaukee, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeZilwaukee, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,674/mo$3,748/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,407/mo$4,249/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,571/mo$4,620/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Zilwaukee, MI:$3,674/mo
Michigan:$3,748/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Zilwaukee, MI:$4,407/mo
Michigan:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Zilwaukee, MI:$4,571/mo
Michigan:$4,620/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Zilwaukee, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Zilwaukee 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Zilwaukee, MI$1,897/mo$1,967/mo-3.6%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Zilwaukee, MI
2024 average cost:$1,897/mo
2023 average cost:$1,967/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
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 Zilwaukee

Recent reviews for independent living in Zilwaukee

Living Waters Buell Lake in Clio, MI

5.0
They are very helpful with everything and have a kind and professional attitude always concerned about their residents Never used any other community so can't compare but would definitely use Living Waters.

Birch Run Fields Assisted Living

5.0
Birch Run Fields has been a wonderful choice for our loved one. The staff is incredibly compassionate and professional, providing outstanding personalized care. The facility is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with plenty of engaging activities for residents. The meals are delicious. ...
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Cranberry Park of Clio Assisted Living

4.7
The staff at Cranberry Park are very friendly and we are satisfied with the care that they are providing Mom. The community is well kept and very clean throughout. They offer a variety of activities for Mom to choose from and enjoy. They offer a good range of meal choices and the food is very ...
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Zilwaukee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zilwaukee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zilwaukee, 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 Zilwaukee 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 Zilwaukee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zilwaukee, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Zilwaukee 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 Zilwaukee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zilwaukee, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zilwaukee 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 Zilwaukee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zilwaukee, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46.4%
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Swanhaven Manor, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Winter Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Zilwaukee, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Zilwaukee, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Zilwaukee, Michigan are Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Winter Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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