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The cost of independent living in Higgins Lake is about $2,216 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 17 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 Roscommon, Grayling and St. Helen.

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My Uncle likes this facility and he loves the staff members as well. They are very attentive and he only has good things to say about them. For activities, they offer things like crafts, movie nights, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Brook of Roscommon is an affordable assisted living community nestled in the tranquil village of Roscommon, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in Higgins Township in northern Michigan with both medical facilities and quaint village shops nearby. Our comfortable home environment only two...
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The atmosphere is personal, caring, and welcoming for each individual.
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.
Maple Ridge Living Center is a new licensed assisted living facility opened in December 2009. Maple Ridge has 20 beds available, both private and semi-private. Some of the private rooms also have their own bathroom and kitchenette. The facility is equipped with full generator back-up for power...
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...
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I couldn't be happier with the staff and hospice in the way they took care of my mother. You all became family to us and I would like to say Thank You for caring and loving my Mother as we all did. Mom...
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.
The Brook of Houghton Lake is an assisted living community in Houghton Lake, MI. Houghton Lake is a popular retirement spot and vacation spot year round. The Brook of Houghton Lake is located across the street from Houghton Lake Park and just down the road from Houghton Lake, the largest inland...
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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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Very nice and homey. Great staff, very caring and patient. Works well will resident and family to keep resident happy and safe. Highly recommend!
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.
Providing all the comforts of home is one of the goals of The Horizon Senior Living in Michigan. With five facilities statewide, we pride ourselves on providing your loved one with the assistance needed to live as dignified and self-sufficient life as possible. As a family-owned and operated...
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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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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Cost of independent living in Higgins Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Higgins Lake is $2,216 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,096 per month.

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

Higgins Lake, MI
$2,216/mo
$2,096/mo
$3,076/mo

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

Higgins Lake, MI
$2,216/mo
U.S. national average
$4,036/mo

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

$2,430/mo
Independent Living
$2,216/mo

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

Studio
$3,600/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Higgins Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Higgins Lake

The Horizon Senior Living I in St. Helen, MI

5.0
Excellent care and great compassion for the residents. I am very secure in [Removed] care and wellbeing. All the aides and [Removed] go beyond official duties to care for these residents.

The Brook of Houghton Lake

4.3
The were more than helpful with my mom. She needed a lock down facility. Outside of them not being a lock down facility for memory care, they were great. That was the only negative.

The Brook of Roscommon

5.0
The Brook of Roscommon is a nice community that my mom is settling in quite nicely. We really feel that she is in good caring hands here. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. I have dined here with my mom and the food is very good, they offer a wide variety of healthy choices and meals are well ...
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Higgins Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Higgins Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Higgins Lake, 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 Higgins Lake 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 Higgins Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Higgins Lake, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Higgins Lake 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 Higgins Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Higgins Lake, MINational
Room service
Room service
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36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Higgins Lake 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 Higgins Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Higgins Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
10%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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The Brook of Roscommon, Maple Ridge Living Center and Country Village Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Higgins Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Higgins Lake, Michigan. See the full list.

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