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The cost of independent living in Chicora is about $3,637 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 220 options. Read 2901 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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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986. As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers. We...
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Crossroads is always friendly, clean, helpful & inviting. My mother has lived here for six years. She is 94. She feels safe & welcomed. Her health is failing but I feel she is safe & welcome (still) as well....
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.
Crossroads Village Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Portage, MI. Portage, which is located in Kalamazoo County, is known for its historical parks and trail systems. Visitors and residents alike enjoy biking, walking and canoeing their way through this vibrant and welcoming...
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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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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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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
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.
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...
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, 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.
Sheldon Meadows Living Center is located in Grand Haven, which is only minutes away from both Holland and Grand Rapids, Michigan. We pride ourselves on making sure that each resident is able to live in a environment where they feel safe and can call home. We firmly believe that we establish the...
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.
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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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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
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.
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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I love the kind and friendly staff. Great care and wonderful atmosphere. Its clean, beautiful and up to date. Highly recommend.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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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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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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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A great place to live. Friendly and courteous. I'm going on my 13th year. Great shopping area. Walking distance to all my favorite stores and pharmacies. I was able to meet with corporate and they were kind...
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 Chicora, MI
The average cost of senior living in Chicora is $3,637 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,484 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chicora, MI vs. nearby cities
Chicora, MI
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chicora, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chicora vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Chicora, MI by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Chicora over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Chicora
Recent reviews for independent living in Chicora
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.
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, the kind and helpful staff treat residents like family and go above and beyond to make loved ones feel comfortable. At StoryPoint Rockford, the team creates a ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, the food is excellent and the variety keeps residents looking forward to mealtimes. However, at StoryPoint Wyoming, the meals could u ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. For instance, at StoryPoint Rockford, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, and hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks. At The Whitcomb Senior Living T ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Reviews frequently highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. At Baldwin House Senior Living Lloyd's Bayou, staff members adjust to residents' individual needs, such as food preferences or special care arrangements. At NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC, the staff are kn ...
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Well-appointed and clean living spaces. Residents praise the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. At Sentinel Pointe, the apartment sizes and amenities are spacious and well-maintained, ensuring comfort and convenience for residents. At Cascade Trails Senior Living, the c ...
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Supportive and inclusive community environment. Reviews emphasize the importance of the community atmosphere in creating a sense of belonging and engagement for residents. At StoryPoint Grand Rapids West, residents appreciate the friendly and inclusive environment, which encourages socializing and engagement in activities. At StoryPoint Ro ...
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Chicora independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chicora independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chicora, 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 Chicora 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 Chicora partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chicora, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Chicora 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 Chicora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chicora, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chicora 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 Chicora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chicora, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
34.2%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.2%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.9%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.9%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
18.9%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.1%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and Forest Glen Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chicora, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 220 independent living facilities near Chicora, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Chicora, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and Forest Glen Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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