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Photo of American House Elmwood Senior Living
66 Photos available
8.6
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32 reviews
8.6
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My mother has been there for one year. It’s very clean. Food is very good. Just know that lunch is the main menu and dinner is lighter. They pick up trash & make the bed daily. Clean the apartment once a...
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.
A charming, relaxing one-story community that truly feels like home, American House Elmwood located west of Crooks Road, is ideally situated near family and friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are also located near...
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1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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30 reviews
9.2
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30 reviews
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The facilities are always clean. The activities fit [name removed] very well. She especially likes the walking club everyday, the new flyer they put out every day that includes activities for the day, and...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Marian Oakland
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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31 reviews
8.0
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31 reviews
5 star
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All 5s. I tried a couple of other methods including looking on my own and other referral services and A Place for Mom was so easy. I was sent 4-6 places via email. It was easy to determine what would work...
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.
Serving Residents with Excellent Care, Endless Hospitality and Open Hearts Come discover Sanctuary! At Sanctuary at Marian Oakland, seniors enjoy freedom, independence and privacy when they choose it — security and support when they need it. Our affordable, cozy Independent Living apartments...
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8.7
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35 reviews
8.7
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35 reviews
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My sister and I have only visited approximately 3 times from California to see my dad. The times that we have visited, we were pleased. Everyone has been welcoming and kind. I do like the apt like setting...
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.
Providing apartments in the main building and ranch-style independent living 'Villas' in the campus beyond, American House Farmington Hills is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Farmington, Farmington Hills, Southfield, Redford, and Livonia. We...
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Photo of American House Sterling Heights Senior Living
66 Photos available
8.2
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33 reviews
8.2
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33 reviews
5 star
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From [name removed] in the front office, to the driver who accommodates them, the medical staff make sure they have what they need all the time to the dining staff, everything is amazing! They enjoy to...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
An elegant yet warm and inviting single-story community in the heart of East-side suburbs, American House Sterling Heights is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Sterling Heights, Fraser, Warren, Shelby Township, and Clinton Township, as well as...
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66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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81 reviews
9.5
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I only assisted the family with locating potential new homes for a family friend. I made contact with A Place for Mom, spoke to a wonderful and very helpful man who sent me information on several possible...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
When you choose a Holiday lifestyle, we simplify things for you.Sterling Place, an independent senior living community, offers exceptional service and convenient amenities to its residents and their families. Complete with spacious apartment suites, 10 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, and...
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8.0
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14 reviews
8.0
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I chose 920 On The Park because it is close to area I grew up in, matter of got the best at what I could afford. Some staff are very good others seem harsh overdoing it one incidence of being condescending.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 920 On the Park. Here you will enjoy retirement living awaits finest. Our retirement community is designed for those ages 55 and over and mobile impaired. A maintenance-free lifestyle awaits you with all the comforts of home. Our premium one and two bedroom apartment homes, with...
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My mother lived here from [dates removed]. The staff and [name removed] took wonderful care of her until the end when she was under hospice care the last couple of months. Very clean space and good meals...
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.
The Young Home For The Elderly is a wonderful assisted living community in the Norman Rockwell-like town of Warren, MI. The wonderful city is the largest suburb of Detroit and maintains a small town feel right outside bustling Motown. Warren is home to one of the oldest populations in the United...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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32 reviews
8.8
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32 reviews
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The chef is excellent, very friendly and tries very hard to satisfy everybody and the food is good They could do better with the activities and with a new person to run the activities.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Offering spacious apartments to rent monthly as well as condominiums for purchase, American House Southfield is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Southfield, Oak Park, Beverly Hills, and Farmington Hills. We are also close to nearby hospitals...
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We looked at several places when considering a location with my mom. She is on the very senior end of senior ages, but very independent and healthy. She didn't want too big, fancy, or loud or stuffy, but...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled in a gorgeously landscaped setting on South Boulevard just East of Adams Road in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Oakmont Rochester is turnkey living that allows you to relax and enjoy life. Amenities include onsite concierge services, an array of daily fine dining experiences with...
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Photo of The Orchards at Redford Village
88 Photos available
6.0
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8 reviews
6.0
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8 reviews
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This was the best decision, I made moving my father to the Redford location. The staff is great and we would recommend The Orchards at Redford Village to other families who may need a place for their loved...
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.
The Village of Redford is a private assisted living community located in Redford, Wayne County, Michigan, within walking distance to many local amenities. This village supports assisted living with furnished private entrance cottages. The Village at Redford takes pride in providing a high quality...
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Photo of American House Sterling Woods Senior Living
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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19 reviews
8.6
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19 reviews
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Everyone is so nice. I compared several different facilities and found this to offer different layouts and a variety of free amenities. This was the best value.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Sterling Woods is a retirement community designed to be everything many adults dream about — the finest in senior living with all the services and amenities imaginable. Set amid beautiful landscaping, each Sterling Woods apartment home is part of a community in which close friendships blossom and...
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Photo of Brookdale Troy
66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.2
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54 reviews
8.2
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54 reviews
5 star
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5 in all of the above. We were thrilled with her care! The management and the staff, they took such good care if [name removed] and really treated her well and like family. They communicated well and kept us...
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.
This is a great place to live a great life.For seniors looking for assisted living, but who aren’t willing to compromise quality of life, our community might be the perfect choice. You’ll find us  located in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Michigan, which is an upscale town that consistently...
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Photo of Royal Oak House Assisted Living and Memory Care
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7.0
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23 reviews
7.0
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23 reviews
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They have activities for them one in the morning, one afternoon. I just feel like there's a lot of downtime. I wish they kept them more busy especially on the weekends when there's no activities there...
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.
Royal Oak House is a comfortable, family-like atmosphere in a quiet residential neighborhood with easy freeway access nearby, ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Royal Oak, Madison Heights, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Clawson, and Troy. We are...
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Photo of The Park at Trowbridge
22 Photos available
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67 reviews
9.1
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67 reviews
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Chat time in the mornings at the coffee bar. Mobile and walking fitness in the evenings outside the complex. The friendly "SENIORS ONLY" residents. The amazing atmosphere for independent living . Quiet time...
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.
The Park at Trowbridge is a vibrant senior living community in Southfield conveniently located near I-696 and Telegraph. We have been serving Seniors for nearly 30 years! The Park is managed by Presbyterian Villages of Michigan. PVM is a leader in senior living in Michigan and won Crain's Best...
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Photo of Park at Franklin
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.5
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141 reviews
7.5
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The Park at Franklin is a Very nice place to live. It is maintained very well. It is a good location. The room sizes - Some are very spacious. Additional services are available as needed at additional costs.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Park at Franklin has proudly served the elderly of Metro Detroit since 1978. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with options. Park at...
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Photo of American House Village Senior Living
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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33 reviews
9.0
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33 reviews
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[name removed] is a true gem, helpful, kind, informative, really helped with making the decision for my mom to move there. Moms' extremely happy with her decision. Mom mentioned yesterday about all of...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled among rolling hills on Adams Road between South Boulevard and Auburn Road in Rochester Hills, American House - The Village is ideally located close to family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. Nearby hospitals...
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Photo of Park House Southfield I
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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12 reviews
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What we like the most about Park House Southfield is the multiple services that are available, and we would recommend them to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Serene Gardens of Sterling Heights
1414 Photos available
7.4
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31 reviews
7.4
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31 reviews
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Viewed at least five different residences for placement of my sister. Serene Gardens of Sterling Heights was far above the rest. It just doesn't look good, the promises made have been kept. She has her own...
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.
We started with a simple idea: let’s create senior living communities that we’d want our own family members to call home. Over the past decade with that concept in mind, we’ve been blending science, art and technology to redefine what senior living is supposed to be. To us, that means all...
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8.7
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56 reviews
8.7
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My mom was pretty hard to handle. Don’t know what to say about the food, because my mom is very picky. Yes, we would recommend Chester Street Residences to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
EVERYTHING POSSIBLE, ALL DAY, EVERY DAYChester Street Residence strives to provide each Resident in our Community with the highest quality of life, based upon each Resident’s individual circumstances. Whether quite independent or in need of full care, our Residents benefit from daily engagement...
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Photo of Waltonwood Royal Oak
1212 Photos available
7.9
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18 reviews
7.9
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My best experience was when we walked through the front door and was greeted by a wonderful atmosphere. The staff were amazing and EXTREMELY helpful. As we toured the building, people were out and about with...
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxury Senior Living. At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to exceed their expectations. We are...
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Photo of American House Somerset
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
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I see Somerset having a very friendly and helpful staff, up and down. The facility is clean and well maintained. My elderly is at the right spot. I am however noticing the staff, except for the site...
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.
Maximize your independence and well-being by minimizing the hassles and headaches! Just a stone's throw from world-class shopping, dining and entertainment and across the street from the Troy Community Center, Stonecrest of Troy is inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of the City. Stonecrest of...
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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Great people - easy to work with. Very accommodating. Staff is VERY friendly - everyone seems to know all the residents My father doesn't participate in the activities very much, but they have activities...
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield HillsSunrise Assisted Living of Bloomfield Hills is located in beautiful Bloomfield Hills, Oakland County, Michigan. Beautiful inside and out, much like our residents, we take pride in our community. There is an area where you or your loved one can spend time...
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This facility is a good place for my mom. She has her privacy but can also be involved if she wants to be. They have a wide variety of activities. The building manager is very open to any needs the residents...
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.
The Madison Manor Apartments is an independent senior housing community located in the rural city of Madison Heights, Oakland County, MI. The community is located nearby many local shopping and entertainment venues, making it a great place to live. A hospital is located directly next to the...
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8.0
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It is worth looking into. It is a beautiful community and is updated. You don't feel old, it is a youthful environment. The apartments are very nice and they have 2 bedrooms available. I would recommend...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
INNOVATIVE. ENGAGING. ENLIVENING. Specially selected architects and designers assembled to create an environment like those found in great contemporary urban resorts and retreats. We've thought through every detail, including breathtaking views from our seamless glass wall in the living room...
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Cost of independent living in Royal Oak, MI

The average cost of senior living in Royal Oak is $3,841 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fraser, MI with an average of $3,415 per month.

Independent living costs in Royal Oak, MI, vs. nearby cities

Royal Oak, MI
$3,841/mo
$3,936/mo
$3,863/mo

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

Royal Oak, MI
$3,841/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Royal Oak, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,069/mo
Independent Living
$3,841/mo

Independent living costs in Royal Oak, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,741/mo
Studio
$4,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,583/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,715/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,225/mo

Senior living costs in Royal Oak 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: Royal Oak, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRoyal Oak, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,841/mo$3,602/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,203/mo$4,111/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,069/mo$4,472/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Royal Oak, MI:$3,841/mo
Michigan:$3,602/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Royal Oak, MI:$4,203/mo
Michigan:$4,111/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Royal Oak, MI:$5,069/mo
Michigan:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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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 Royal Oak

Recent reviews for independent living in Royal Oak

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.

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!

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior ...
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Royal Oak independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Royal Oak independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak 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 Royal Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Royal Oak, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.7%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Royal Oak 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 Royal Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Royal Oak, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Royal Oak 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 Royal Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Royal Oak, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Reserve at Red Run, Hutcheson Manor and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) are the top-rated independent living facilities near Royal Oak, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 104 independent living facilities near Royal Oak, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Royal Oak, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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