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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Bark River, MI
The cost of independent living in Bark River is about $3,786 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 33 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Escanaba, Gladstone and Daggett.
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8.6
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8 reviews
I liked Transitions with nice facility and all that worked there. I liked [name removed] vision for the facility and care for everyone living there. Only thing that fell short was the lack of personnel to...
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.
Transition Assisted Living is a full-service assisted living community focused on health and wellness. The founders David, Lenore, and Crystal Hayes are committed to adhering to the best quality care while allowing residents to experience new things in life. Our mission is to provide...
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7.5
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25 reviews
They are very caring but they are not equipped for higher needs/ end of life care. If you are looking for skilled nursing of any type this is not the right facility.
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.
North Woods Place is located in the lovely town of Escanaba on Michigan's northern peninsula. We are two miles from Ludington Park on the shores of Lake Michigan's Little Bay de Noc. We are situated near many amenities available in Escanaba such as parks, restaurants and cultural activities at...
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.
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: 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Bark River, MI
The average cost of senior living in Bark River is $3,786 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kingsford, MI with an average of $1,975 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bark River, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bark River, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bark River vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bark River, MI by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Bark River
Recent reviews for independent living in Bark River
Transition Assisted Living in Gladstone, MI
4.0
My mom died after five weeks at transitions. I don't really have that long of a duration to evaluate. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families, in fact I just did and her father is intending on moving there. I really liked the place and hoped my mom would have been there a lot ...
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LakeHouse Escanaba
4.5
Staff was attentive and my mom had her favorites. Took a couple of weeks to get her meds straightened out but they did
I'd definitely recommend this facility, she loved it there. Her passing was totally unexpected. She adjusted right away. She had a very cute studio apt and she said it felt ...
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Bark River independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bark River independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bark River, 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 Bark River 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 Bark River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bark River, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bark River 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 Bark River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bark River, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bark River 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 Bark River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bark River, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Transition Assisted Living, LakeHouse Escanaba and Cedar Hill Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bark River, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Bark River, Michigan. See the full list.
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