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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 57 independent living facilities in Drayton Plains, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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.
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My mother in law was here for about a year and it was excellent. Really, if her health issues hadn't failed her she probably would have still been there, we were very happy with it. She had been very...
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, 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.
Pomeroy Living Rochester Assisted is a state-licensed senior community offering specialized care in a luxurious state-of-the art setting. Pomeroy Assisted Living offers residents support for activities of daily living to promote a level of independence while maintaining the elegant and...
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.
Heritage Place is a section 8 202 community located in downtown Lake Orion. Resident’s portion of the monthly rent is determined on the ability to pay but will not be more than 30% or their annual income.
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It's been a big adjustment for dad moving but over all, he is starting to settle in and doing well. With encouragement from family and the staff, he is slowly starting to participate in social events and...
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.
Jewish Senior Life is an assisted living community that is located in the beautiful town of West Bloomfield, Oakland County, Michigan. Our community is located where you can enjoy beautiful rolling hills. West Bloomfield is a great place to live, and families that visit here will find it a very...
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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It has worked out for my mother very well. They have chair exercises and other structured activities. They are a Catholic community so they have Mass and Rosary. For my mom it is a really good fit. It is a...
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.
St. Elizabeth Briarbank is a Catholic assisted living community for women located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Named in honor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, the residence is a lovely historic home situated on a thirteen acre site. Bloomfield Hills is a friendly, residential community with large...
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Cost of independent living in Drayton Plains, MI

The average cost of senior living in Drayton Plains is $4,095 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lathrup Village, MI with an average of $3,861 per month.

Independent living costs in Drayton Plains, MI, vs. nearby cities

Drayton Plains, MI
$4,095/mo

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

Drayton Plains, MI
$4,095/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Drayton Plains, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,303/mo
Independent Living
$4,095/mo

Independent living costs in Drayton Plains, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,963/mo
Studio
$5,283/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,702/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,321/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Drayton Plains 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: Drayton Plains, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDrayton Plains, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,095/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,361/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,303/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Drayton Plains, MI:$4,095/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Drayton Plains, MI:$4,361/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Drayton Plains, MI:$5,303/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Drayton Plains, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Drayton Plains 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Drayton Plains, MI$2,627/mo$2,637/mo-0.4%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Drayton Plains, MI
2024 average cost:$2,627/mo
2023 average cost:$2,637/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Drayton Plains

Recent reviews for independent living in Drayton Plains

Blossom Ridge in Oakland Charter Township, MI

5.0
We feel that our loved ones are safe at Blossom Ridge and that the staff love them, it is just not a job for them they actually show genuine care and concern. They have great musical activities and the daily activities are starting to come back from all the covid limitations. The value for the ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Windemere Park Senior Community in Warren, MI

5.0
The staff is always friendly and very helpful to the residents. Not only do they give great care to the residents but they extend their care to the families too! My mom has been here for almost 3 years and never ever have we had a problem. I would highly recommend Windermere.

Drayton Plains independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Drayton Plains independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Drayton Plains, 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 Drayton Plains 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 Drayton Plains partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Drayton Plains, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Drayton Plains 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 Drayton Plains communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Drayton Plains, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Drayton Plains 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 Drayton Plains offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Drayton Plains, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
67.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Canterbury-on-the-Lake, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and The Pines of Clarkston Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Drayton Plains, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 57 independent living facilities near Drayton Plains, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Drayton Plains, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, The Reserve at Red Run and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone). These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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