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The cost of independent living in Elmira is about $3,471 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 68 options. Read 445 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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Country Village Apartments is an affordable senior, 55 and over housing community, located in the small, beautiful village of Roscommon, Roscommon County, MI. The community is located very close to Higgens Lake and Houghton Lake, offering beautiful views within walking distance, making this a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Hillman's Haven is and Assisted Living Facility located in beautiful downtown Hillman. Our facility is an Adult Foster Care Facility licensed by the State of Michigan. Hillman's Haven was built in 2004 by Charles (Chas) & Carol Otto. There are 20 private apartments with private bathroom (with...
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We were so happy when a place came open at Culver Meadows for our Dad in the [date removed]. Dad's advancing dementia made it no longer safe for him to live at home. Culver Meadows' peaceful setting and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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 at Culver Meadows AFC strive to make all residents feel like family, our goal is to give the best quality of care possible to all who enter our home. Our staff are well trained to provide all levels of care as needed on an individual basis.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Elmira, MI

The average cost of senior living in Elmira is $3,471 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,096 per month.

Independent living costs in Elmira, MI, vs. nearby cities

Elmira, MI
$3,471/mo
$3,712/mo

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

Elmira, MI
$3,471/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Elmira, MI, vs. other senior living options

$3,693/mo
Independent Living
$3,471/mo

Independent living costs in Elmira, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,301/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,064/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,875/mo

Senior living costs in Elmira 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: Elmira, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElmira, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,471/mo$3,739/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$3,542/mo$4,399/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$3,693/mo$4,609/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
Elmira, MI:$3,471/mo
Michigan:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Elmira, MI:$3,542/mo
Michigan:$4,399/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Elmira, MI:$3,693/mo
Michigan:$4,609/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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Independent living costs in Elmira, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elmira and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Elmira, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elmira have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elmira, MI$3,423/mo$3,454/mo-0.9%
Michigan$2,690/mo$2,649/mo+1.5%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Elmira, MI
2024 average cost:$3,423/mo
2023 average cost:$3,454/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,690/mo
2023 average cost:$2,649/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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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.

Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

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
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
10.4%
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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
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.5%
17.2%
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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
29.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Petoskey, American House Charlevoix Senior Living and August Haus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elmira, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 68 independent living facilities near Elmira, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elmira, Michigan are Independence Village of Petoskey and Independence Village of Traverse City. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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