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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Buchanan, MI
The cost of independent living in Buchanan is about $3,470 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 376 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 South Bend, St. Joseph and La Porte.
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My Mother in law has tried one meal at this community as she is in independent living and it was very good. She is still getting settled into the community so she has not yet participated in any activities....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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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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.
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Mom is doing very well here she is enjoying her new surroundings. The property is beautiful with spacious grounds and peaceful surroundings. The staff is awesome very kind and considerate and helpful. Mom is...
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.
Here are Woodlands Terrace we have two locations; Our Bridgeman, Michigan location is sitting on twelve acres or woods and dunes right next to Lake Michigan, while our Niles, Michigan location is surrounded by vast meadows, trees, and ponds. We are a Christian facility for senior living and...
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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.
Providence Home By Fir offers quality, compassionate residential care home in Mishawaka, Indiana in an inviting and peaceful home-like atmosphere. By providing you with a more personalized and attentive care, we can optimize your wellness.Explore the caring community here at Providence Home By...
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Cost of independent living in Buchanan, MI
The average cost of senior living in Buchanan is $3,470 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, MI with an average of $3,277 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buchanan, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buchanan, MI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Buchanan
Recent reviews for independent living in Buchanan
Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living
5.0
Everyone was very friendly, helpful, and understanding with the whole process of us picking a place and then getting her moved in. The other residents were all so welcoming to my mom. She was making new friends from day one. There are always activities going on and a good variety of them. The ...
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Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN
4.3
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice.
StoryPoint Granger
5.0
The nurses and other Caregivers at Storypoint were caring, attentive, and overall excellent. We could not have asked for a better place for my father's final days.
Buchanan independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchanan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan 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 Buchanan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buchanan, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchanan 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 Buchanan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buchanan, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchanan 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 Buchanan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buchanan, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.4%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
45.4%
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, StoryPoint Granger and The Whitcomb Senior Living Tower are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buchanan, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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