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The cost of independent living in Chilson is about $5,764 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 654 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.

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22 Floor plans available
9.7
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36 reviews
9.7
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36 reviews
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I love it here. Everyone is so nice and always helpful. Lots of things to do here and I enjoy it all. Everyone is so friendly.
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.
Oakhaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 55 years and older.As a resident of Oakhaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment.Our Activities Coordinator has a wide variety of activities planned, including shopping,...
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9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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23 reviews
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Village Manor is very willing to work with your specific needs. Lots of amenities. Staff is cheerful, kind and very helpful. Great care given. Facility is very clean. Atmosphere is very upbeat. Lots of...
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.
Our beautiful two story building offers spacious studio, one or two bedroom apartment homes, each with living, dining and full kitchen areas, private bath, generous closet and storage space.  Barrier free and courtyard apartments are available, as well as apartments with patios and...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.9
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105 reviews
9.9
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105 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
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3 star
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I have lived at Brookdale for almost 3 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. My other friends that live here are a delight and I enjoy their camaraderie. There are always various things to do if you...
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.
Put more life in your senior living. The senior life here is built on two things: interesting things to do, and interesting people to do them with. As one of the premier independent living communities in the heart of beautiful Brighton, Michigan, we offer our fantastic residents a fantastic...
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9.8
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337 reviews
9.8
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337 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
25%
3 star
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We toured about 10 different places to find the best fit for mom. One key factor was activities she found of interest which would involve her in community and not stuck in her room. While some of the...
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 Independence Village of Brighton Valley! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living and enhanced living. Throughout each service...
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8.6
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10 reviews
8.6
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10 reviews
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Staffers are wonderful, caring, patient, and supportive. There have been a few challenges, but it is a really good facility with a lot of 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.
Caretel Inns Brighton provides all-inclusive pricing for assisted living and memory care in a charming and cozy environment. The campus has an attached post-acute rehabilitation center for your short-term rehabilitation care needs following a hospital stay so you can recover in a familiar...
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8.4
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32 reviews
8.4
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32 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
22%
3 star
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At the beginning, everything we very, very good. By the time my mother passed, [date removed], they had trouble keeping staff, and there were 3 changes of management. I would have to reevaluate before...
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.
Hampton Manor of Brighton is a senior community with a passion for care and hospitality. The staff here dedicates time to assisting and spending time with residents. At this upscale and all-inclusive community, residents here can relax, feel at home, and have access to the amenities they’ll want...
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1212 Floor plans available
5 star
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Woodland Village is a pace to live in the golden years. The staff is very Friendly, and will go out of there way please you. Woodland has a whole lot of activities . For all the people. The food is very...
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.
Enjoy a beautiful well appointed residential setting, where personal care and assistance are always nearby. By offering independent living services for active lifestyle in addition to our assisted living program, we respond to the changing needs of senior as they age. Sanctuary at Woodland is...
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What I like about Hampton Manor of Hamburg is it's new and clean. The rooms are big bigger than some of the other places we looked at. You get a sizable room for the money compared to the prices and sizes...
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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6.5
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8 reviews
6.5
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8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
38%
3 star
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My mother was in another facility and we decided to move her here due to some concerns. We’ve been very happy so far. The staff is great! The layout of the facility gives a feeling of a home versus an...
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.
Courtyard Manor of HowellProvides compassionate care in a home like setting. An alternative to a nursing home and able to accommodate heavy care residents to include:Tube feedings, Catheters, Hoyer lifts, end of life and hospice care.We cater to our residents and our families with unlimited...
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5.0
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16 reviews
5.0
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16 reviews
5 star
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After touring 7 facilities, The Cortland Howell clearly stood out as the perfect choice for my family member. From my first visit, I was never a random person doing a tour. I was welcomed to the family, with...
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 Cortland Howell, a member of the Priority Life Care family, is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community located in the charming city of Howell, Michigan. Designed to cater to a broad range of needs, The Cortland Howell offers both the freedom and support desired by those in...
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Very good. I am pleased with my sisters treatment. All staff very nice and helpful. Highly recommend The Willows
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.
With a town slogan that says, “Every day is an event!” it is easy to believe that there is something fun happening nearly every day in Howell, Michigan; especially at our campus! At The Willows at Howell, our residents can oftentimes be found participating in one of Howell’s many seasonal...
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9.8
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67 reviews
9.8
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67 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
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3 star
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My aunt was resident in assisted living at IV of Brighton for l year. She was treated like family and we were sorry we had to leave due to dwindling resources and need or medicaid elig
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Chilson, MI

The average cost of senior living in Chilson is $5,764 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dansville, MI with an average of $3,419 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chilson, MI vs. nearby cities

Chilson, MI
$5,764/mo
$5,063/mo
$5,101/mo

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

Chilson, MI
$5,764/mo
U.S. national average
$4,091/mo

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

$6,625/mo
Independent Living
$5,764/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,370/mo
Studio
$4,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,962/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Chilson over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Chilson

Recent reviews for independent living in Chilson

Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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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!

Clarendale Ann Arbor

4.9
It is exceptional! Not a "value" place but exceptional care for the price! I like that my mom is content, more self sufficient in many ways, mentally more than anything. She feels respected and knows her preferences for the way things are done are listened to even if they can't always be ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews praise the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, including Independence Village of Brighton Valley, Brookdale Brighton, and Oakhaven Manor. Residents and their families appreciate the warm atmosphere created by the staff's kindness and willingne ...
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Varied activities for residents. Activities were a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. Residents at Brookdale Brighton and Independence Village of Brighton Valley mentioned enjoying activities such as exercises, puzzles, games, and religious gatherings. Some residents, like th ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. The cleanliness and upkeep of the communities were mentioned in multiple reviews, with residents and their families expressing satisfaction at the level of cleanliness at Brookdale Brighton, Independence Village of Brighton Valley, and Oakhaven Manor. Some reviews specifically noted the re ...
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Accommodating and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mentioned the helpfulness and accommodating nature of staff members in addressing residents' requests and needs. Examples include staff at Brookdale Brighton who went above and beyond to help residents move in and Independence Village of Brighton Valley who provided extr ...
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Comfortable living spaces. Residents and their families frequently mentioned the comfortable living spaces at their communities, including Independence Village of Brighton Valley, Brookdale Brighton, and Oakhaven Manor. Some reviews highlighted the ease of moving in, while others appreciated the lovely decorations a ...
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Affordable value. Several reviews noted the affordability of their chosen senior living community, with Brookdale Brighton, Independence Village of Brighton Valley, and Oakhaven Manor being mentioned as offering good value for the cost. Some residents appreciated the budget-friendly fees, while others were ...
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Chilson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chilson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chilson, 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 Chilson 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 Chilson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chilson, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
34.3%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Chilson 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 Chilson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chilson, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chilson 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 Chilson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chilson, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
44.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.2%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
41.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
61.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46.4%
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StoryPoint Saline, Brookdale Brighton and Independence Village of Plymouth are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chilson, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Chilson, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Chilson, Michigan are StoryPoint Saline, Brookdale Brighton and Independence Village of Plymouth. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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