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Mom has been in the Memory Care unit at Ludington Woods for about a month now and we could not be happier with our choice. The staff was very responsive and helpful thru the decision process. While we were...
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.
Welcome to Ludington Woods Assisted Living & Memory Care! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level,...
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The facilities are very nice. The staff is friendly and caring. The onsite physical therapy is great. The staff works hard to provide a variety of activities, outings, and social events.
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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.
Welcome to Independence Village of Traverse City! 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. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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I think the staff is quite good. Both the health director and the facility director are pretty communicative and responsive, with occasional lapses. The other staff members are competent and pleasant 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.
Situated in a beautiful country setting, Curry House is a vibrant senior living community located near Munson Cadillac Hospital as well as Cadillac Marketplace, Lake Cadillac and The City Park. Wake up every day in a safe, intentionally designed living space. We tend to the cooking, housekeeping...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Autumn House of Williamsburg is a unique community of independent apartments, nestled on ten private acres of beautiful woodlands. The physical environment provides beauty, privacy and gracious living.Visit us today for a tour!
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Waiting list always. Willingness to work with my mom to tweak her apartment for her exact needs. Apartments and amenities are excellent. My mom is in the new wing and her place is super nice.
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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Cordia is a very very nice place! I did quite a bit of research before selecting this facility, and nowhere else even came close, it was far and away the best I saw. The staff is friendly and professional,...
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.
Cordia at Grand Traverse Commons Cordia at Grand Traverse Commons is unique in its commitment to the art and science of maintaining functional independence. We are located in Traverse City, Michigan, inside one of the largest historic preservation projects in the United States. In addition to...
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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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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
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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.
Situated just steps away from beautiful Torch Lake, South Torch Assisted Living is a small town state licensed assisted living facility that has been caring for residents since July 1, 2019. The building was built in 2001 and renovated and expanded in 2018. Our building features large private...
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My mother lived at Frankfort Pines and the care she received was above and beyond what we expected. We expected her needs to be met, but it was so much more. The workers there treated her like she was...
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.
FRANKFORT PINES ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS Frankfort Pines is an Assisted Living Facility that provides spacious apartments and suites designed for single residents and couples. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. One monthly fee provides assistance with daily living tasks, all meals...
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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.
Green Acres of Manistee located in Manistee Michigan provides the ideal solution for retirement living. Moving into an assisted living lifestyle can be difficult for families and individuals. We here at Green Acres want you and your family to feel comfortable and at ease with the tough decisions...
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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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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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My Mom and Dad stayed at Traverse Manor for almost 10 years, with my Dad passing first about 7 years ago. Many times they shared “this is the best place for us to be” through a series of family...
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.
Traverse ManorFind a relaxing, welcoming place to call home at Traverse Manor, located in Traverse City, Michigan, a modern, well-cared for assisted living community. We’re located just minutes from the big city but far enough away that you’ll enjoy a beautiful, nature filled environment on our...
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Peace of mind is what our family has received since both of our parents became residents @ Bay Ridge. The staff has been wonderful. Both parents are in a safe, clean compassionate place. I can't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living*Must be 55 years of age or older*Affordable rental available*Basic monthly rental package*Includes transportation*Cable tv, social programs*24 hour emergency responseAssisted Living*Age requirement is 60 years old*24 hour / 7 days a week*Caring competent staff around the...
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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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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.
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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.
French ManorFrench Manor is a charming independent living community in Traverse City, Michigan. Our community is located just minutes from shopping and doctors offices. For our residents and their guests that like to get out, we are also a short drive from the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan...
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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.
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We are so incredibly grateful for the care that our parents receive through the loving staff of the Highlander building. Just last night I walked in to say goodnight to my mom right as [name removed] was...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Imagine retirement living on the beautiful shores of Boardman Lake near the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Wake every morning to the peaceful sounds of water and woodlands. Watch the swans drifting slowly across the lake. Hear song birds in the trees. Take a stroll on the Boardman Lake Trail...
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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: 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 Malcolm, MI

The average cost of senior living in Malcolm is $3,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Benzonia, MI with an average of $3,263 per month.

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

Malcolm, MI
$3,493/mo
$3,263/mo

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

Malcolm, MI
$3,493/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$3,866/mo
Independent Living
$3,493/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,950/mo
Studio
$4,635/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,094/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Malcolm 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: Malcolm, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMalcolm, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,493/mo$3,739/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$3,655/mo$4,399/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$3,866/mo$4,609/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Malcolm, MI:$3,493/mo
Michigan:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Malcolm, MI:$3,655/mo
Michigan:$4,399/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Malcolm, MI:$3,866/mo
Michigan:$4,609/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Malcolm, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Malcolm 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 Malcolm, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Malcolm 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Malcolm, MI$3,426/mo$3,222/mo+6.3%
Michigan$2,690/mo$2,649/mo+1.5%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Malcolm, MI
2024 average cost:$3,426/mo
2023 average cost:$3,222/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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 Malcolm

Recent reviews for independent living in Malcolm

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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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.

Independence Village of Traverse City

4.0
I really enjoy how friendly everyone here is and how they try to include new people. There are so many activities that it is hard to get moved in. I also am so that they allow you to have your pets with you.

Malcolm independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Malcolm independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Malcolm, 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 Malcolm 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 Malcolm partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Malcolm 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 Malcolm communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Malcolm, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
20.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Malcolm 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 Malcolm offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
9.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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There are 52 independent living facilities near Malcolm, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Malcolm, Michigan are Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Traverse City. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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