10 Best Independent Living Communities in Deford, MI

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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Swanhaven Manor and Devonshire Retirement Village
zipAveragecost: $2,793

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Cost of independent living in Deford, MI

The average cost of senior living in Deford is $2,793 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Otter Lake, MI with an average of $2,465 per month.

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

Cass City, MI

$2,627/mo

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

Michigan state

$2,793/mo

U.S. national average

$3,509/mo

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

Semi-Private

$2,519/mo

Studio

$3,116/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,193/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,061/mo

Senior living costs in Deford 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: Deford, MI

Column state: Michigan

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Deford, MI	Michigan	U.S.
Independent Living	$unavailable/mo	$2,793/mo	$3,509/mo
Assisted Living	unavailable	$5,338/mo	$5,793/mo
Memory Care	unavailable	$6,170/mo	$6,969/mo

Independent Living

Deford, MI:$unavailable/mo

Michigan:$2,793/mo

U.S.:$3,509/mo

Assisted Living

Deford, MI:unavailable

Michigan:$5,338/mo

U.S.:$5,793/mo

Memory Care

Deford, MI:unavailable

Michigan:$6,170/mo

U.S.:$6,969/mo

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Independent living costs in Deford, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Deford 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.

Deford, MIMI stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Deford, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Deford 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Deford, MI	$2,583/mo	$2,407/mo	+7.3%
Michigan	$2,704/mo	$2,671/mo	+1.3%
National	$3,257/mo	$3,166/mo	+2.9%

Deford, MI

2024 average cost:$2,583/mo

2023 average cost:$2,407/mo

Percent change:+7.3%

Michigan

2024 average cost:$2,704/mo

2023 average cost:$2,671/mo

Percent change:+1.3%

National

2024 average cost:$3,257/mo

2023 average cost:$3,166/mo

Percent change:+2.9%

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What families are saying about independent living in Deford

Recent reviews for independent living in Deford

Devonshire Retirement Village in Lapeer, MI

5.0

5 stars for all. The facility is quiet, homey, and the staff are very helpful and friendly. I would recommend Devonshire to others, my mom is very happy there.

The Pines of Burton Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0

The Pines of Burton is the perfect setting for my mom. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting and smells nice. She loves her apartment which we decorated with her own furnishings so it is very nice and homey. I have dined there with my mom and the food is ...

The Oaks at Woodfield in Grand Blanc, MI

5.0

I have had a wonderful experience while having my father at The Oaks. I am at the facility daily, and the staff have all been AMAZING! The nurses and aides are compassionate toward my father and the family, acitivites are offered throughout the entire day, food is great. The residents all seem ...

Deford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deford, 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 Deford 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 Deford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Deford, MINational

Nutritionist / dietician

12.6%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

30.1%

34%

No sugar

29.4%

31.4%

Vegetarian

19.6%

33.4%

Pureed meals

10.5%

7.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Deford 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 Deford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Deford, MINational

Professional chef

24.5%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

25.9%

43.4%

Room service

26.6%

36.8%

Anytime dining

14%

17.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Deford 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 Deford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Deford, MINational

Activity director

31.5%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

21.7%

28.3%

Community service programs

18.2%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

39.9%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

44.1%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

38.5%

54.9%

Piano or organ

25.9%

43%

Arts and crafts center

23.8%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

23.1%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

37.1%

47.4%

Live performances

34.3%

47.2%

Dances

19.6%

32.4%

Fitness center

17.5%

39.7%

Fitness classes

32.2%

46.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Swanhaven Manor and Devonshire Retirement Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Deford, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 177 independent living facilities near Deford, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Deford, Michigan are Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Swanhaven Manor and Devonshire Retirement Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Deford, MI

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