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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Elmira, MI
The cost of independent living in Elmira is about $3,692 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 19 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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9.0
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8 reviews
I would love to say thank you for all the work, our loved one loves it there. Based on the experience our family has had so far, we would definitely recommend the August Haus to other families who made need...
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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1.0
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7 reviews
It is a very good place to put your parents. The staff are excellent to work with. My loved one is enjoying the food. It would be nice to have a program to have some sort of fee assistance for the month
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.
The Brook Retirement of Gaylord is an independent living community located in Gaylord in Otsego County, MI. Here we offer all the comforts of home in an environment especially designed to accommodate senior residents. The Brook Retirement of Gaylord lies in close proximity to some of the finest...
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6.0
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4 reviews
I have a lot of respect for the staff at Aspen Ridge! I can't say enough on how pleased i'm with [names removed] and the entire staff. I'm also pleased that the staff keeps a close eye on the residents 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.
There are some families who might be interested in reading about Aspen Ridge, which is a friendly retirement community located in Bend. Many people throughout Oregon may be wondering where their parents should go during their golden years. The staff at Aspen Ridge will be ready to help take on...
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Elmira, MI
The average cost of senior living in Elmira is $3,692 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,096 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmira, MI vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Elmira
Recent reviews for independent living in Elmira
The Brook Retirement of Gaylord
5.0
I like this community for the care for my mom. The staff is very caring attentive to her needs. We like that she enjoys the meals. This is a like a home feeling for my mom. She does enjoy being social with the friends that she is made and is happy at this community for the care that she is ...
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The Residences at Harbor Watch in Petoskey, MI
4.0
This is a nice community, and my mother in law is doing very well here. They are caring for her and her needs very well. It is a great place with kind people. A place for mom was very helpful during this process. Gail my SLA was amazing and I'am really thankful for her help.
August Haus in Gaylord, MI
3.6
They help in all ways, some things may need to asked for. Like shampooing carpet after an accident. The urine odor can be strong. They do their best, with a lot of staff changes there have been a few in training. I can call every day to check on my brother. They give me details of his day, this ...
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Elmira independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elmira independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elmira, 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 Elmira 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 Elmira partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elmira, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Elmira 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 Elmira communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elmira, MINational
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elmira 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 Elmira offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elmira, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.4%
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Independence Village of Petoskey, American House Petoskey Senior Living and August Haus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elmira, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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