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Oakhaven Manor is wonderful for my parent. Everyone is caring and looks out for one another. The activities are plentiful and we love the independence the complimentary shuttle bus provides. Daily dinners in...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Oakhaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 55 years and older.As a resident of Oakhaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment.Our Activities Coordinator has a wide variety of activities planned, including shopping,...
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My mother is very HAPPY there. She enjoys the food the people that she has met and says every person on the staff is friendly. My only complaint is that if they bring her food to her room that they would...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Put more life in your senior living. The senior life here is built on two things: interesting things to do, and interesting people to do them with. As one of the premier independent living communities in the heart of beautiful Brighton, Michigan, we offer our fantastic residents a fantastic...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our independent living and enhanced living services allow residents to maintain their independence while providing a nurturing and enjoyable environment. We know it’s the little things in life that make a difference, so we work so hard to make each moment in our...
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Everything was wonderful there. Although my sister didn't want to go into an assisted living facility she still loved the treatment she got. My sister could be difficult at times but the staff was always...
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.
Quality Care of Howell is a family operated, assisted living facility licensed as an Adult Foster Care. It was founded by a team of individuals with the tools and background necessary to provide housing, health care and supportive services for individuals who need assistance in their everyday...
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Hampton Manor of Brighton, everyone I encountered was very friendly and seemed eager to help. Everything was clean. The staffing level in the memory unit, in my opinion, was inadequate. Having been a full...
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.
Brighton Comfort Care Assisted Living and Memory Care is a senior assisted living community. With a passion for care and hospitality, the staff here dedicates time to assisting and spending time with residents. At this upscale and all-inclusive community, residents here can relax, feel at home,...
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We needed more care and we got a bed at Chelsea. She has been here since March in the memory care unit and we are very happy! They take great care of her here:) 5 on all categories! We are soooo thankful we...
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.
Chelsea Retirement Community, the flagship community of United Methodist Retirement Communities (UMRC), has been recognized as one of the finest senior living communities in Chelsea and southeastern Michigan since its faithful founding in 1906. You’ll feel the benefits of that legacy the moment...
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After my wife has been at Courtyard Manor for about 10 weeks, I am very pleased with the care she has received. The staff are all kind and caring people, and the menu is much better than I expected.
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.
Courtyard Manor of HowellWhere you can minimize moves and age in place in a homelike setting. To provide a lifestyle that enhances the quality of life for each person. To create a secure living environment that encourages, enriches, and fulfills our residents lives.
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Very good. I am pleased with my sisters treatment. All staff very nice and helpful. Highly recommend The Willows
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.
With a town slogan that says, “Every day is an event!” it is easy to believe that there is something fun happening nearly every day in Howell, Michigan; especially at our campus! At The Willows at Howell, our residents can oftentimes be found participating in one of Howell’s many seasonal...
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The staff is very nice. My mom loves it there. Everyone has been very helpful as we have made the transition to assisted living.
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.
The Cortland Howell, a member of the Priority Life Care family, is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community located in the charming city of Howell, Michigan. Designed to cater to a broad range of needs, The Cortland Howell offers both the freedom and support desired by those in...
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Woodland Village is a pace to live in the golden years. The staff is very Friendly, and will go out of there way please you. Woodland has a whole lot of activities . For all the people. The food is very...
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.
Enjoy a beautiful well appointed residential setting, where personal care and assistance are always nearby. By offering independent living services for active lifestyle in addition to our assisted living program, we respond to the changing needs of senior as they age. Sanctuary at Woodland is...
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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.
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
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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Anderson, MI

The average cost of senior living in Anderson is $4,489 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, MI with an average of $2,818 per month.

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

Anderson, MI
$4,489/mo
$3,700/mo

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

Anderson, MI
$4,489/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,064/mo
Independent Living
$4,489/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,179/mo
Studio
$4,030/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,700/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,981/mo

Senior living costs in Anderson 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: Anderson, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAnderson, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,489/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,376/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,064/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Anderson, MI:$4,489/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Anderson, MI:$4,376/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Anderson, MI:$5,064/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Anderson, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Anderson 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
Anderson, MI$3,495/mo$3,224/mo+8.4%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Anderson, MI
2024 average cost:$3,495/mo
2023 average cost:$3,224/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Anderson

Recent reviews for independent living in Anderson

Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Balfour Ann Arbor

4.9
It is exceptional! Not a "value" place but exceptional care for the price! I like that my mom is content, more self sufficient in many ways, mentally more than anything. She feels respected and knows her preferences for the way things are done are listened to even if they can't always be ...
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Glacier Hills, a CCRC in Ann Arbor, MI

4.3
It has been good but challenging. My mom seems happy there but at [age removed} there is always something. She doesn't care for the new menus as they don't always have an option that she likes. But I give them a 5 because of [name removed], the resident liaison. The reason for the care services ...
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Anderson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Anderson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Anderson, 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 Anderson 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 Anderson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Anderson, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Anderson 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 Anderson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Anderson, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Anderson 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 Anderson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Anderson, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
47%
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Oakhaven Manor, Brookdale Brighton and Independence Village of Brighton Valley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Anderson, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 17 independent living facilities near Anderson, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Anderson, Michigan are Oakhaven Manor, Brookdale Brighton and Independence Village of Brighton Valley. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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