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The cost of independent living in Dowling is about $3,140 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 120 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 Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory CareCommunity card badge
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I am a resident at Woodlawn Meadows. I know what's going on and there is always something to do. I can always find something to do between activities. The caregivers are great and are quick to get me...
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.
Welcome to Woodlawn Meadows 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...
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30 reviews
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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
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.
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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8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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During our time that our mother was living here it was amazing. She was very well cared for. Home cooked meals. Crafts. Very clean. No smells, except home cooked food. Very affordable. The home is sitting...
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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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
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.
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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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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
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.
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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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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,...
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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
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Dowling, MI

The average cost of senior living in Dowling is $3,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermontville, MI with an average of $2,804 per month.

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

Dowling, MI
$3,140/mo
$3,388/mo
$3,181/mo

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

Dowling, MI
$3,140/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$4,299/mo
Independent Living
$3,140/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,500/mo
Studio
$6,453/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,014/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,178/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dowling over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dowling

Recent reviews for independent living in Dowling

Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

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.

Dowling independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dowling independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dowling, 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 Dowling 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 Dowling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dowling, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dowling 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 Dowling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dowling, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dowling 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 Dowling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dowling, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.4%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Nazareth Center and NorthPointe Woods, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dowling, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Dowling, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Dowling, Michigan is Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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