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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bucks, MI
If you’re looking for independent living in the Bucks area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Bucks. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 32 independent living facilities in Bucks, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Gaylord, Roscommon and Mio.
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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.
Hillman's Haven is and Assisted Living Facility located in beautiful downtown Hillman. Our facility is an Adult Foster Care Facility licensed by the State of Michigan. Hillman's Haven was built in 2004 by Charles (Chas) & Carol Otto. There are 20 private apartments with private bathroom (with...
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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
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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I have placed my severly mentally, blind, disabled cousin with Heavenly Homestead. He has been there for almost 5 years and I could not be happier with the care that he receives. I live about an hour and a...
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.
Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care - SouthThe Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care – South is an assisted living community located in historic Gladwin, MI. This area is situated along the banks of the Cedar River. The beautiful landscape that is offered in Gladwin, MI is one of its major draws....
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Bucks, MI
The average cost of senior living in Bucks is $3,043 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscommon, MI with an average of $2,126 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bucks, MI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bucks, MI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bucks vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bucks, MI by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Bucks over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Bucks
Recent reviews for independent living in Bucks
The Brook Retirement of Gaylord
5.0
I like this community for the care for my mom. The staff is very caring attentive to her needs. We like that she enjoys the meals. This is a like a home feeling for my mom. She does enjoy being social with the friends that she is made and is happy at this community for the care that she is ...
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The Residences at Harbor Watch in Petoskey, MI
4.0
This is a nice community, and my mother in law is doing very well here. They are caring for her and her needs very well. It is a great place with kind people. A place for mom was very helpful during this process. Gail my SLA was amazing and I'am really thankful for her help.
American House Petoskey Senior Living
5.0
This community is much better than others I've lived in. Staff did great during the pandemic, I felt safe. I would recommend this community to anyone who is looking. I enjoy the dining, social activities, and fireplace.
Bucks independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bucks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bucks, 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 Bucks 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 Bucks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bucks, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bucks 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 Bucks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bucks, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bucks 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 Bucks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bucks, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of Petoskey, August Haus and Aspen Ridge Retirement Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bucks, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Bucks, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Bucks, Michigan is Independence Village of Petoskey. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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