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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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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.
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.
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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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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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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.
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: 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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I lived there for over 2 yrs. Great place to live!! Staff is great!! No problems!! Very quiet!! I recommend this place to anyone.
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.
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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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.
Jefferson Street Square is conveniently located in downtown Mason. In 1982, the old Mason High School was renovated into 62 unique Senior apartments. The building and its beautiful landscaping offers affordable housing in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of downtown and all services....
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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986.  As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers.  We...
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They will call me and let me know when things are going on, I was really impressed with that. The food is pretty good, she seems pretty pleased with it. They need a more parking. The cleanliness was top...
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.
Designed for retirees and seniors, you will find that Green Acres of Mason provides the very best in retirement living.  We focus on independent and customized living spaces within a community atmosphere.  You'll find that Green Acres is the place to be, with personalized...
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Crossroads is always friendly, clean, helpful & inviting. My mother has lived here for six years. She is 94. She feels safe & welcomed. Her health is failing but I feel she is safe & welcome (still) as well....
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.
Crossroads Village Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Portage, MI. Portage, which is located in Kalamazoo County, is known for its historical parks and trail systems. Visitors and residents alike enjoy biking, walking and canoeing their way through this vibrant and welcoming...
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This is a nice community and the people were friendly. My mom had a nice respite stay at this community. The rooms were a little smaller than at the recent community she stayed at. They do offer some nice...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Craft Care Home has been caring for the elderly population for forty years. We are proud of our three generation family tradition of excellence.We are conveniently located on Cedar St. in Holt. We are newly remodeled and even more accommodating than ever before. Our bedrooms are open and spacious...
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.
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.
Located near churches, shopping and medical facilities, our rental apartments are spacious and well designed. Delhi Stratford Place offers a wide range of rental rates with exceptional facilities, amenities and features.This elegant community contains BRAND NEW spacious one and two bedroom...
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Clarendon, MI

The average cost of senior living in Clarendon is $3,181 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springport, MI with an average of $2,747 per month.

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

Clarendon, MI
$3,181/mo
$2,951/mo
$3,187/mo

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

Clarendon, MI
$3,181/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,254/mo
Independent Living
$3,181/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,146/mo
Studio
$4,587/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,202/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,595/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,250/mo

Senior living costs in Clarendon 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: Clarendon, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClarendon, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,181/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,052/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,254/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Clarendon, MI:$3,181/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Clarendon, MI:$4,052/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Clarendon, MI:$4,254/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Clarendon, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clarendon 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
Clarendon, MI$2,743/mo$2,735/mo+0.3%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Clarendon, MI
2024 average cost:$2,743/mo
2023 average cost:$2,735/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Clarendon

Recent reviews for independent living in Clarendon

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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Hampton Manor of Madison in Adrian, MI

5.0
Overall we are pretty happy with the activities and overall value -it is expensive but it is comparable to other communities in the area and yet were far superior in what they offer. We have already recommended Hampton Manor to families and will continue to do so

Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

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

Clarendon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarendon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarendon, 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 Clarendon 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 Clarendon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clarendon, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarendon 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 Clarendon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarendon, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarendon 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 Clarendon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clarendon, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
31.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
34.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.9%
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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and Gaslight Village Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clarendon, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 195 independent living facilities near Clarendon, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Clarendon, Michigan are Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of East Lansing and Independence Village of Grand Ledge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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