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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.
Autumn House of Williamsburg is a unique community of independent apartments, nestled on ten private acres of beautiful woodlands. The physical environment provides beauty, privacy and gracious living.Visit us today for a tour!
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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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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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Cordia is a very very nice place! I did quite a bit of research before selecting this facility, and nowhere else even came close, it was far and away the best I saw. The staff is friendly and professional,...
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.
Cordia at Grand Traverse Commons Cordia at Grand Traverse Commons is unique in its commitment to the art and science of maintaining functional independence. We are located in Traverse City, Michigan, inside one of the largest historic preservation projects in the United States. In addition to...
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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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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.
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Brigadoon only offers assisted living. They had a lot of nice people working there, a few that weren't but most were nice. The cost of Brigadoon is high for the area, we were paying close to $8000 a month....
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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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We are so incredibly grateful for the care that our parents receive through the loving staff of the Highlander building. Just last night I walked in to say goodnight to my mom right as [name removed] was...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Imagine retirement living on the beautiful shores of Boardman Lake near the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Wake every morning to the peaceful sounds of water and woodlands. Watch the swans drifting slowly across the lake. Hear song birds in the trees. Take a stroll on the Boardman Lake Trail...
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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.
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.
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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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.
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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.
French ManorFrench Manor is a charming independent living community in Traverse City, Michigan. Our community is located just minutes from shopping and doctors offices. For our residents and their guests that like to get out, we are also a short drive from the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan...
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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 Bates, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bates is $3,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bear Lake, MI with an average of $3,251 per month.

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

Bates, MI
$3,480/mo

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

Bates, MI
$3,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,490/mo
Independent Living
$3,480/mo

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

Studio
$4,235/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,675/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,175/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Bates

Recent reviews for independent living in Bates

Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

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They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Independence Village of Traverse City

4.8
For the most part, we have had very positive experiences at Independence Village of Traverse City. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The dining experience is sometimes slow, but the food is good. I feel my father-in-law is in a good place.

Bates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bates, 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 Bates 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 Bates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bates, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Bates 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 Bates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bates, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bates 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 Bates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Independence Village of Traverse City, Traverse Manor and Autumn House of Williamsburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bates, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near Bates, Michigan. See the full list.

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