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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Portland, MI

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The cost of independent living in Portland is about $3,190 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 255 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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Photo of The Brook of Portland
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44 Floor plans available
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The staff was VERY helpful, accommodating, and kind. They were there every time when I needed help. The apartment sizes were very roomy.
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.
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9.7
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195 reviews
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195 reviews
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76%
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The staff is so caring and actually helps residents, i.e. a resident is not at a meal, staff checks on them. Dad was at a different Independent Living Community, which staff payed no attention to residents!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. With these customized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and get support when needed the most. We are dedicated to making sure that life...
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1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.5
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40 reviews
9.5
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40 reviews
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My husband is very content living at Brookdale. I feel he is very well taken care of. The staff is always pleasant and attentive to any needs. Choosing Brookdale was the right decision.
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.
Our assisted living community, located in the capital city of Lansing, Mich., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, fitness classes, card and board games, art and other creative projects, lively meals and fun outings.Lansing is a vibrant...
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Mom is enjoying living at Clinton Street Place. They do not offer a meal plan here but Meals on Wheels does come into the community. She likes to play cards and participates in other activities. The...
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.
Clinton Street Place is a senior living community in Grand Ledge, Michigan. Grand Ledge is a beautiful city that lies in Eaton and Clinton counties and is most widely known for its unique history and recreational opportunities. The city is home to Oak Park, which is one of the few places to rock...
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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.
Accept our invitation to independant living for those 55 years of age or better at Golden Bridge Manor. We offer the serenity of country living amidst the convenience of nearby shopping and entertainment. Spacious one and two bedroom apartments offer timesaving features found only in a luxury...
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.
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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.
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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.
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I have no complaints about the staff at this community and everything that they have done for my loved one since she has moved in. I am very comfortable with there care and would recommend it to anyone. She...
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.
Covington Woods Senior Apartments represents the finest independent senior housing in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan. If you crave a sense of entertaining community activity, Lansing will not let you down. For music lovers, there is the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, the Lansing Jazz Fest, or the...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Portland, MI

The average cost of senior living in Portland is $3,190 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermontville, MI with an average of $2,781 per month.

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

Portland, MI
$3,190/mo
$3,078/mo

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

Portland, MI
$3,190/mo
U.S. national average
$4,087/mo

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

$4,404/mo
Independent Living
$3,190/mo

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

Studio
$5,220/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,959/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Portland over time

Portland, MIMI stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Portland

Recent reviews for independent living in Portland

Green Acres of Lowell

5.0
We visited this community when we were looking into care options for a loved one. This seemed like a very nice place, overall! The staff were friendly and caring, the facility was clean, and the food looked very good! Unfortunately it was also fairly expensive, and not in the price range we were ...
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StoryPoint East Lansing

4.8
The experience here has been wonderful so far. Mom enjoys the meals, that’s very important to her. 3 meals a day served restaurant style, and a menu that changes daily. Employees are very accommodating and helpful in every way. Her apartment gets cleaned once a week. Everyone has been so ...
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Burcham Hills in East Lansing, MI

4.3
Like a lot of facilities, Burcham Hills had some trouble with their staffing levels. However one of the best things about this community was our loved ones room - it was wonderful with really big windows that brought in a lot of natural light. It was very enjoyable to be in as well as visit.

Portland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portland, 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 Portland 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 Portland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portland, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
9.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Portland 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 Portland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portland, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portland 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 Portland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portland, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
46.3%
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There are 12 independent living facilities near Portland, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Portland, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and Independence Village of Grand Ledge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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