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Photo of Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care
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My mom recently moved to Maple Lake when she could no longer live alone. It’s such a comfort for me to know she is happy in her new place. The staff are cheerful and very attentive, grounds are beautiful, ...
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.
Welcome to Maple Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Paw Paw, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted living...
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The facility is great. High ceilings and a lot of natural light. The staff is warm and friendly and even staff in other parts of the building greet you by name. The director is not near as friendly and her...
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.
At StoryPoint Portage, we love our opportunity to serve seniors and their families in this community. Our senior living options are designed to cater to any stage of life, including independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. We feel so lucky to play a role in each...
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My mom has been at Provision a little over a year and she is thriving! I would highly recommend sending families in need of care for their loved ones here....they take the time to explain any and all...
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.
PROVISION LIVING SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIESLIFE HAPPENS HERE. ENJOY THE MOMENT, ENJOY THE JOURNEY.You can find traditional senior living communities anywhere. Or, you can live better at Provision Living! From distinctive care services and programs to companionship opportunities around every...
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They have Fair pricing, Assistance provided for apartment set up during move in and then again during an apartment change, onsite physical therapy, Dr in-house weekly, on site hair dresser, friendly &...
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.
Sojourner Place offers empathetic care in a peaceful neighborhood setting. We are located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, just one mile west of Western Michigan University and our residents enjoy all of the recreational, educational and cultural opportunities that the university offers. We offer...
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The staff is very kind and attentive. Carla's room is a bit dirty but nothing out of control. Other than that we have not had enough interaction to have an opinion on dining or activities. This is our busy...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Park Village Pines is an very awesome place to stay! The staff is very nice and helpful. Love the way they care for the residents and and how over friendly and helpful everyone is. The Christian aspect...
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.
Our Mission Statement: The Kalamazoo Area Christian Retirement Association, Inc. will provide excellent and affordable housing alternatives, guided by Christian principles.Park Village Pines is an Assisted Living facility dedicated to giving compassionate care guided by *Christian principles.A...
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We have found the staff to be very caring and helpful. We live close so we are very involved and visit almost daily. The only negative would be the quality of food. It does not seem to come hot or look...
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.
Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an assisted living community located in the peaceful village of Lawton, Michigan. This beautiful and close-knit community is the perfect location for anyone looking for a comfortable and secure place to live.Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an...
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I can't comment on the activities because I didn't use . What I like most about Vibrant Life is that it is a smaller facility clean and home like. Improve on communication, but I know everyone is over worked...
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.
New Friends Memory Care & Assisted Living Community in Kalamazoo, MI, strives to help every person live as independently as possible. We do this by offering individual suites in one of our three exceptional lodges designated for mild, moderate and extensive care. We promote a home-like...
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I have not spent a great deal of time at the community to be able to answer re improvement, but what I found most helpful was the marketing person, then the receptionist and administrative staff
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.
StoryPoint Kalamazoo at Bronson Place offers extraordinary retirement in a gracious small town setting. Our beautifully landscaped grounds are enhanced with gardens, courtyards and private ponds. We're ideally located on Kalamazoo's prestigious west side, convenient to both Chicago and Detroit,...
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I am doing fine at Hope Woods. Things are going great here. I'm having a good time getting settled in and meeting new people. The staff is excellent. There are more activities than I can handle. They provide...
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.
Hope Woods offers spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes for adults over 55 years of age. Hope Woods is designed to promote the active lifestyles of our residents.Hope Woods is conveniently located in the hear of Oshtemo, just a short drive from many area grocery stores, restaurants, and...
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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.
Photo of Vineyard Assisted Living
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: 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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Almena, MI

The average cost of senior living in Almena is $3,720 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Parchment, MI with an average of $3,350 per month.

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

Almena, MI
$3,720/mo
$3,869/mo
$3,777/mo

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

Almena, MI
$3,720/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,815/mo
Independent Living
$3,720/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,525/mo
Studio
$4,611/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,819/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,682/mo

Senior living costs in Almena 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: Almena, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlmena, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,720/mo$3,602/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,728/mo$4,111/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,815/mo$4,472/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Almena, MI:$3,720/mo
Michigan:$3,602/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Almena, MI:$4,728/mo
Michigan:$4,111/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Almena, MI:$4,815/mo
Michigan:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Almena

Recent reviews for independent living in Almena

Nazareth Center in Kalamazoo, MI

5.0
Best place my mom has been. 100% better than another place she experienced. So far after 6 weeks at Nazareth Center, I have not found anything to complain about. They have lived up to everything they have said they would do. The staff feels like family. Would definitely recommend!

Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

City View in the Square Co-Op Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

5.0
5 for everything except dining/meals because city view doesn't provide that service. Overall, my mother in laws experience has been great. The apartment is very nice, it is very affordable and the people who work at this complex are very nice. We are still so grateful for your help in finding ...
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Almena independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Almena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Almena, 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 Almena 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 Almena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Almena, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Almena 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 Almena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Almena, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Almena 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 Almena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Almena, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
40%
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There are 14 independent living facilities near Almena, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Almena, Michigan are Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Portage and Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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