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My grandparents live here and it’s awesome to know they are covered and the meals provided are great and staff is so friendly. Everytime I visit the sales staff makes sure my questions are always answered,...
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 River Ridge, a Leisure Living Community in South Haven, Michigan, where our residents share in the joys of everyday life together. Residents can cozy up to the fireplace in the winter or relax outside in the pavilion on a warm summer day. Our community offers independent living,...
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They have kind staff, beautiful establishment, lovely location, clean rooms, activities like movie night w/popcorn, cards, bus rides to Meijer, my mom enjoys the peaceful lake views as well as the weddings...
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.
The Whitcomb, located in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan, is a retirementcommunity for senior citizens. It was once a well-known hotel that hostedpresidents, entertainers, and professional athletes. Nowadays, it's a hubfor active and lively seniors in Southwest Michigan. The community issituated at...
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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.
Contemporary 1 and 2 bedrooms Closet Space Galore Dishwasher Garbage Disposal Washer and Dryer hook ups Fitness Room Library Elevator Community Center Featuring Speakers and monthly social events And so much more! WE ARE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED OFF PHOENIX ROAD. We are open Monday-Friday 9-5 and...
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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.
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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: 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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I have lived at Golden Orchards for a year and a half. I like to be with people. Staff are very nice. I just love it here. I get along with everyone. TV could be better. DirecTV goes in and out with...
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.
LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Fennville, MI) — LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its...
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I would recommend this community. Being in this area it was very convenient to get to. The staff bent over backwards to make the community a homey experience for my loved one and the other residents.
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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Cost of independent living in Crystal Beach, MI

The average cost of senior living in Crystal Beach is $3,660 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,422 per month.

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, MI, vs. nearby cities

Crystal Beach, MI
$3,660/mo
$3,585/mo

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

Crystal Beach, MI
$3,660/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,587/mo
Independent Living
$3,660/mo

Independent living costs in Crystal Beach, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,100/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,600/mo

Senior living costs in Crystal Beach 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: Crystal Beach, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCrystal Beach, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,660/mo$3,625/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,587/mo$4,172/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,587/mo$4,535/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Crystal Beach, MI:$3,660/mo
Michigan:$3,625/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Crystal Beach, MI:$4,587/mo
Michigan:$4,172/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Crystal Beach, MI:$4,587/mo
Michigan:$4,535/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Crystal Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Crystal Beach

Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

River Ridge Retirement Village in South Haven, MI

4.9
We chose River Ridge because she wanted to be in the South Haven area and this was the best facility we found.. It also came recommended so we went to tour and were impressed. The apartment sizes are great, my mom really likes her space. [name removed] and [name removed] are both very helpful ...
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Provision Living at St. Joseph in St Joseph, MI

5.0
I’m extremely pleased with the excellent care my Mom is receiving from Storypoint Saint Joseph. The entire staff is attentive, effective, timely, compassionate, and efficient in every aspect. The communication from staff to resident and family is transparent and honest. I have not noticed any ...
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Crystal Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Crystal Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Crystal Beach, 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 Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Crystal Beach, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Crystal Beach, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Crystal Beach 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 Crystal Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Crystal Beach, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.9%
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