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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chester, MI

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Super clean, great atmosphere for residents, and family. Very well ran, everyone is friendly and helpful. My mom has been very well taken care of, and hasn't been happier in a long time. She's safe, happy,...
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.
Woodlawn Meadows, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Hastings, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...
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What we like the most about Independence Village of Grand Ledge is that the staff and residents are so welcoming and friendly. The administrative staff are very helpful.
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. With these customized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and get support when needed the most. We are dedicated to making sure that life...
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Mom is enjoying living at Clinton Street Place. They do not offer a meal plan here but Meals on Wheels does come into the community. She likes to play cards and participates in other activities. The...
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.
Clinton Street Place is a senior living community in Grand Ledge, Michigan. Grand Ledge is a beautiful city that lies in Eaton and Clinton counties and is most widely known for its unique history and recreational opportunities. The city is home to Oak Park, which is one of the few places to rock...
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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.
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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: 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.
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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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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: 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.
Kingston Place in an independent apartment community for adults age 55 or older. This lovely "brand new" community consists of 40, one and two bedroom apartment homes. All apartment homes are furnished with washers and dryers for our residents' convenience. Each apartment home has either a...
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Kiwanis Spring Brook Manor is a beautiful senior housing community located in the city of Eaton Rapids, Eaton County, MI. Our community is located just minutes from town with Grand River view scenery in most units and nearby Howe Memorial Park. Eaton Rapids, the 'island city' is famous for its...

Cost of independent living in Chester, MI

The average cost of senior living in Chester is $2,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lansing, MI with an average of $2,312 per month.

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

Chester, MI
$2,599/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,237/mo
Independent Living
$2,599/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,725/mo
Studio
$3,238/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,889/mo

Senior living costs in Chester 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: Chester, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChester, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,599/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,495/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,237/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Chester, MI:$2,599/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Chester, MI:$5,495/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Chester, MI:$6,237/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Chester, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Chester 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Chester, MI$2,894/mo$2,693/mo+7.4%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Chester, MI
2024 average cost:$2,894/mo
2023 average cost:$2,693/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,821/mo
2023 average cost:$2,761/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Chester

Recent reviews for independent living in Chester

Stoneridge AFC 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.

Bickford of West Lansing

5.0
We chose Bickford of West Lansing because we thought it was a very nice facility when we went to visit. My moms room is a little on the smaller side. She loves the food, they are chef prepared meals and what I have been told is that they use all fresh produce which is much healthier. The staff ...
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Delta Retirement Center in Lansing, MI

5.0
My friend lived here at Delta Retirement for a couple of years and we were pleased with the experience. The facility is more homey feeling and I liked the people. It is independent living, so my friend just needed more care.

Chester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.7%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.2%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester 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 Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.7%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
47.9%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester 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 Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
61.9%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.6%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.4%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.1%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.5%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
63.1%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.5%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Grand Ledge and Clinton Street Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chester, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Chester, Michigan. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Chester, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and Provision Living at East Lansing. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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