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The cost of independent living in Sonoma is about $3,592 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 140 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 NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC
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Clean, professional yet fun atmosphere; great food themes, variety and choice selections; responsive maintenance team, residents very friendly. Wish they had an ambassador or buddy system; had to spend...
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.
At NorthPointe Woods, we believe senior living should be vibrant, fulfilling, and worry-free. Nestled on 78 scenic acres, our community is designed for those who want to live life to the fullest, whether our residents need independent living, assisted living, or specialized memory care with extra...
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What we like the most about Grainhouse Grove is the consistency of care. Good food and snacks. Activities and accommodations. Clean facilities and open areas.
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.
Give New Meaning to Living WellYou can have it all: resort-style living, a lovely, spacious apartment, and Assisted Living care that values your individual needs. Our community in Battle Creek, Michigan offers all the amenities of home and then some, including tree-lined walking paths, an on-site...
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We have had a few issues however they have always been addressed in a timely matter. They are wonderful with mom and she feels safe and comfortable there. If there are concerns or issues they are very...
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.
The Oaks at NorthPointe Woods sits nestled among Battle Creek’s 7,000 acres of parkland. Located on lush, tree-lined grounds, residents have many opportunities to enjoy nature, as well as Battle Creek’s vibrant culture. Residents interested in activities outside our campus can play the odds at...
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Went through a staff nursing transition around time mom moved in so there was some lack of attention to a non life threatening medical issue and lack of communication around pharmacy and doctor transition to...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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I absolutely love it here ! This place is wonderful and I am really happy with my move to this community. It wasn't to expensive for me it fit right into my budget. This community is spotless and looks...
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.
Lakeview Meadows, affordable 55+senior living apartment homes with convenience, freedom and value, the very best in carefree living. Free heat, water, sewer and trash service. Spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes. Additional locked storage space at no additional chare. Controlled access...
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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.
True Care Living is a Home for the Aged located in historical Fort Custer in Springfield, Michigan. Our facility has a bold history. Previously owned by the United States Army, 565 General Ave. was the airman's living quarters for many years. Purchased in 1989 by the DOCSA home, it became an...
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Springview Tower has been under new management since [date removed]. Springview is now professionally managed by KMG Prestige, INC. The new management team has diligently been working hard to make...
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.
Your Best Choice for Senior Living' Springview Tower is an independent senior community, located in Battle Creek, Michigan. Springview Tower was built with seniors in mind. Our nine story building was designated to free you from the cares of maintenance and upkeep. The pleasures of countryside...
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Lakeview Battle Creek is a lovely facility with very caring staff. They provide plenty of activities, they are very accommodating, and it is a beautiful place! I highly recommend to anybody looking for...
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, 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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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.
Lakeview Meadows affordable 55 + senior living apartment homes with convenience, freedom and value, the very best in carefree living. We are located in the heart of Battle Creek, close to shopping, banking and medical facilities. We offer free heat, water, sewer & trash service. Spacious 1 & 2...
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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: 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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This is a wonderful place for your mother and father.they took such good care of my parents,wood recommendthis beautiful place to eveyone,the people are so compassionate. they made the move very easy for us....
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.
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Things have gone well so far with Westbrook Place! The process of getting my loved one moved in was extremely expedient and easy, they helped out a lot with the paperwork. My loved one really loves her...
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.
Westbrook Place is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Battle Creek, northwest Calhoun County, Michigan. Westbrook Place is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospital and medical facilities, restaurants,...

Cost of independent living in Sonoma, MI

The average cost of senior living in Sonoma is $3,592 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Homer, MI with an average of $2,917 per month.

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

Sonoma, MI
$3,592/mo
$3,512/mo

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

Sonoma, MI
$3,592/mo
U.S. national average
$4,152/mo

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

$4,546/mo
Independent Living
$3,592/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,500/mo
Studio
$5,128/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,655/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,178/mo

Senior living costs in Sonoma 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: Sonoma, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSonoma, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,592/mo$3,744/mo$4,152/mo
Assisted Living$4,457/mo$4,246/mo$4,697/mo
Memory Care$4,546/mo$4,617/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Sonoma, MI:$3,592/mo
Michigan:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,152/mo
Assisted Living
Sonoma, MI:$4,457/mo
Michigan:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,697/mo
Memory Care
Sonoma, MI:$4,546/mo
Michigan:$4,617/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Sonoma, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sonoma 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
Sonoma, MI$2,726/mo$2,508/mo+8.7%
Michigan$2,627/mo$2,504/mo+4.9%
National$3,059/mo$2,928/mo+4.5%
Sonoma, MI
2024 average cost:$2,726/mo
2023 average cost:$2,508/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,627/mo
2023 average cost:$2,504/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,059/mo
2023 average cost:$2,928/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sonoma

Recent reviews for independent living in Sonoma

City View in the Square Co-Op Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

5.0
5 for everything except dining/meals because city view doesn't provide that service. Overall, my mother in laws experience has been great. The apartment is very nice, it is very affordable and the people who work at this complex are very nice. We are still so grateful for your help in finding ...
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Stone Ridge Adult Foster Care in Bellevue, MI

5.0
The care from this community is very good. I like that they keep me informed on any changes that he may have. The community is clean and maintained. The menu has a lot of good meals that are offered.We would recommend this good community for the excellent care and value for others.

Drews Place of Coldwater I

3.9
Drews Place of Coldwater could improve on the cleanliness, especially in the dining room. Patient rooms need to be cleaned better Also or maybe more often would be the key. The staff are awesome. They are wonderful with my mother. She seems very content and well taken care of.

Sonoma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sonoma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sonoma, 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 Sonoma 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 Sonoma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sonoma, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sonoma 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 Sonoma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sonoma, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sonoma 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 Sonoma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sonoma, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
46.4%
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