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Clark at Keller Lake is the choice we made for my wife Marie, With her safety a major concern in our early pursuit of help for her we were blessed in that the Clark Family program was a lot more than we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clark Retirement Community is a continuum of care accredited by CCAC. Our mission is to create a community of dignity, compassion and respect centered on the lives of older adults and those who care of them. Clark has a Residency Agreement Fee based on the size of the accommodation and a monthly...
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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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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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There are a couple crabby employees but the staff there are exceptionally nice. I'd recommend Railside. We all want the best for our families and they will get that here, hands down. They're all expensive...
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.
We offer our residents: *Three home-cooked meals served daily-plus home-baked snacks available throughout the day. *A variety of planned events designed to enrich your life-including exercise, games, outings, worship, parties, crafts and more! *Caring and competent staff around the clock to...
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We placed my mom on the third floor memory care and from day one we were very impressed with not only their ability to provide care for their residents but also their ability to care about their residents....
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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.
Located in the popular Uptown District of Grand Rapids, Fulton Manor is close to downtown. This makes it a convenient location for family members who live and work downtown or in the near northeast and near southeast neighborhoods. Fulton Manor provides catered living for those who are still...
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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.
Heron Manor is a beautiful, state-of-the-art assisted living community located in Grand Rapids, MI, just a short distance from downtown and its impressive cultural and entertainment venues. It's modern and spacious one-bedroom apartments provide an opportunity for seniors to live independent...
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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.
Heron Manor is a beautiful, state-of-the-art assisted living community located in Grand Rapids, MI, just a short distance from downtown and its impressive cultural and entertainment venues. It's modern and spacious one-bedroom apartments provide an opportunity for seniors to live independent...
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I would tell others that it is a good place for assisted living that a resident might need some oversight, but is independent. The community doesn't seem to match up to dietary restrictions when it comes to...
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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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Everything is fine for me at my new community. The meals are good to me. My room and the rest of the community is clean. They also have activities available through out the day.
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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.
Heron Woods is an independent living community surrounded by the picturesque scenery of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Grand Rapids is a part of Kent County and offers much to do and see. Two hospitals are located within a mile of the apartments, while the grounds themselves are lightly wooded and even...
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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...
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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, 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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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These are nice senior apartments, and my mother is doing very well here. I'am pleased with all they have us. I know she is safe and in good place. The community looks nice and well maintained. Everyone has...
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.
For those who are 55 and older, you have the opportunity to expand your living conditions. You are able to maintain your freedom and independence as well as reap extra benefits by considering a retirement community. Maybe you are concerned about the cost of the upkeep of your current home over...
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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.
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: 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.
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, 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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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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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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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.
Here at Ithaca AFC, we provide you with fantastic senior care and assisted living benefits. We pride ourselves with providing elderly people treatment and shelter for their needs. Our facility is located in Ithaca, MI. We provide care and housing to elderly who cannot function correctly due to...
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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.
Here at Ithaca AFC, we provide you with fantastic senior care and assisted living benefits. We pride ourselves with providing elderly people treatment and shelter for their needs. Our facility is located in Ithaca, MI. We provide care and housing to elderly who cannot function correctly due to...
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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.
Park Colony is an Elderly,62 years of age or older/Disabled of any age community, nestled in a wooded setting located in Ithaca, MI All of our apartments are one level.

Cost of independent living in Eaton County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Eaton County is $3,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermontville, MI with an average of $2,635 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Eaton County, MI vs. nearby counties

Eaton County, MI
$3,245/mo
$2,984/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Eaton County, MI vs. the state and national average

Eaton County, MI
$3,245/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Eaton County vs. other types of senior living

$4,128/mo
Independent Living
$3,245/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Eaton County, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,683/mo
Studio
$4,597/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,811/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,985/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Eaton County

Recent reviews for independent living in Eaton County

Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris in Grand Rapids, MI

4.9
Commonwealth is a wonderful community. My mom is adapting well and has experienced all good. She really likes it there. These staff is super supportive. I gave a 4 on food because my mom says every once in awhile she doesn't care for the selection. Commonwealth offers transportation services to ...
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Meadows of Owosso

4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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Oakhaven Manor in Howell, MI

5.0
My experience at Oakhaven Manor has been truly exceptional! A very relaxed, loving and family atmosphere. I feel totally comfortable.

Eaton County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Eaton County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Eaton County, 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 Eaton County 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 Eaton County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.5%
28.9%
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Eaton County 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 Eaton County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Eaton County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Eaton County 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 Eaton County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.1%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.8%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
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27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Portage and Cascade Trails Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Eaton County, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 286 independent living facilities near Eaton County, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Eaton County, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Portage and Cascade Trails Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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