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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cass County, MI

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The cost of independent living in Cass County is about $3,468 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 157 options. Read 1684 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
It’s your life……so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Plymouth’s premier Assisted Living Community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a welcoming fireplace...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
Conveniently located in Warsaw, Indiana, residents of Paddock Springs can choose from a variety of ways to enjoy their days; from exploring the rich heritage of Kosciusko County, to enjoying one of the many beautiful parks or attending one of Warsaw’s seasonal festivals. For those who stay on...
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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.
Courts of Colfax provides a clean friendly atmosphere where you'll discover carefree, maintenance free lifestyle so you can continue to live an active independent life. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood yet still close to dining, shopping and medical facilities. We take care of the maintenance so...
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I have lived at Golden Orchards for a year and a half. I like to be with people. Staff are very nice. I just love it here. I get along with everyone. TV could be better. DirecTV goes in and out with...
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.
LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Fennville, MI) — LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its...
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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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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: 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: 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: 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, 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.
It’s your life….…so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Warsaw’s premier assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a welcoming fireplace...
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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 Cass County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Cass County is $3,468 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edwardsburg, MI with an average of $3,344 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cass County, MI vs. nearby counties

Cass County, MI
$3,468/mo
$4,100/mo

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

Cass County, MI
$3,468/mo
U.S. national average
$4,132/mo

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

$4,462/mo
Independent Living
$3,468/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,237/mo
Studio
$4,796/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,385/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,057/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,170/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cass County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Cass County

Recent reviews for independent living in Cass County

Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living

5.0
Everyone was very friendly, helpful, and understanding with the whole process of us picking a place and then getting her moved in. The other residents were all so welcoming to my mom. She was making new friends from day one. There are always activities going on and a good variety of them. The ...
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Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

Cass County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cass County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cass County, 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 Cass County 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 Cass County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cass County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.9%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.3%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cass County 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 Cass County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cass County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cass County 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 Cass County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
23.6%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35%
47.4%
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cass County, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 157 independent living facilities near Cass County, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Cass County, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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