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The cost of independent living in Jenison is about $3,580 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 556 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: 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.
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: 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: 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.
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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.
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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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There are a couple crabby employees but the staff there are exceptionally nice. I'd recommend Railside. We all want the best for our families and they will get that here, hands down. They're all expensive...
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 offer our residents: *Three home-cooked meals served daily-plus home-baked snacks available throughout the day. *A variety of planned events designed to enrich your life-including exercise, games, outings, worship, parties, crafts and more! *Caring and competent staff around the clock to...
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Overall we are happy with the Villa Maria. I'm just not happy that her garbage disposal has been working. They were suppose to put in a cable box but it hasn't happened yet. Trying to get things done around...
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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.
Villa MariaVilla Maria provides seniors with an independent living community located in Grand Rapids, MI. Those who choose this community as their own will find that its location is great. Grand Rapids is a part of Kent County, and it provides much to do and see for both residents and guests....
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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.
Serenity Home - NorthSerenity Home - North is an assisted living community located in Marne, MI. The city of Marne is a small town in Ottawa County, northwest of Grand Rapids. Marne is a quiet town in Wright Township with a few shops and small stores. Residents can enjoy going out for walks,...
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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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Jenison, MI

The average cost of senior living in Jenison is $3,580 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Springs, MI with an average of $3,325 per month.

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

Jenison, MI
$3,580/mo

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

Jenison, MI
$3,580/mo
U.S. national average
$4,091/mo

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

$4,088/mo
Independent Living
$3,580/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,260/mo
Studio
$4,948/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,960/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,447/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,719/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Jenison over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Jenison

Recent reviews for independent living in Jenison

Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris in Grand Rapids, MI

4.9
Commonwealth is a wonderful community. My mom is adapting well and has experienced all good. She really likes it there. These staff is super supportive. I gave a 4 on food because my mom says every once in awhile she doesn't care for the selection. Commonwealth offers transportation services to ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids

4.0
It's a fantastic community!My mom said "I could live here". Then wanted to move in the next day. I would recommend to others. It's very clean, friendly and compassionate.

Villa Maria in Grand Rapids, MI

5.0
They're doing an excellent job at Villa Maria, we'd give them top marks across the board! Everything they do here they do well! The facility itself is clean and well kept, the staff are all very friendly, they have plenty of activities, and the food is good! This was the first place we toured, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Supportive and friendly staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various senior living communities. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, families express their appreciation for the staff's warm welcome and care for their loved ones. At Grand Woods Senior Apartments, residents mention the f ...
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Engaging activities and social events. A variety of activities and events are mentioned in reviews as key factors in residents' happiness. At StoryPoint Wyoming, residents enjoy participating in book and walking clubs, while at Rivertown Ridge, community members lead music sessions, choral groups, and arts and crafts classes. At ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Quality meals are a common highlight among residents and their families. At American House Jenison, families are pleased with the homemade meals and ability to customize their loved ones' diets. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, residents express their enjoyment of the food choices and variet ...
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Convenient and accessible locations. The proximity and accessibility of senior living communities to various amenities and services are frequently mentioned in reviews. At StoryPoint Wyoming, families appreciate the community's close proximity to their loved ones' doctors and pharmacies. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the loc ...
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Pleasing living spaces and cleanliness. Residents and their families frequently comment on the cleanliness and appeal of the living spaces at various communities. At Grand Woods Senior Apartments, families had to clean their loved one's apartment upon moving in due to cleanliness concerns. However, at StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, ...
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Flexible and accommodating policies. Flexible policies are important for many families when choosing a senior living community. At American House Jenison, the community accommodates residents by having two meals a day, while at StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the staff are accommodating and quick to address any issues that arise. ...
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Jenison independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jenison independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jenison, 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 Jenison 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 Jenison partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jenison, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27%
34.3%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Jenison 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 Jenison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jenison, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jenison 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 Jenison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jenison, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
44.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.2%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.8%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.9%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.7%
41.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, StoryPoint Rockford and Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jenison, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 39 independent living facilities near Jenison, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Jenison, Michigan are StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, StoryPoint Rockford and StoryPoint Grand Rapids East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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