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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Grand Rapids, MI

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Grandville, Seeds Of Promisie and Oldtown-Heartside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Grand Rapids, Grandville and Byron Center.

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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.
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: 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: 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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4 star
26%
3 star
10%
2 star
8%
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The rooms and overall layout of the community is good, and due to COVID the activities have been effected. The food is healthy and reasonable. I would recommend this community to a family or friend.
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.
Waldon Woods Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Wyoming, MI) — Waldon Woods, a Meridian Senior Living property, has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award 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: 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: 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
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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
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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: 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
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in East Grand Rapids, MI

The average cost of senior living in East Grand Rapids is $3,555 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hastings, MI with an average of $3,323 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Grand Rapids, MI vs. nearby cities

East Grand Rapids, MI
$3,555/mo
$3,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Grand Rapids, MI vs. the state and national average

East Grand Rapids, MI
$3,555/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Grand Rapids vs. other types of senior living

$4,253/mo
Independent Living
$3,555/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Grand Rapids, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,826/mo
Studio
$4,745/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,032/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,258/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,719/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in East Grand Rapids over time

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What families are saying about independent living in East Grand Rapids

Recent reviews for independent living in East Grand Rapids

American House Jenison

5.0
American House is a pet friendly facility. One and two bedroom apartments offered, continental breakfast available every single morning and a chef prepared noon meal consistently wonderful! All utilities and services included in the monthly rent - Ithis is a wonderful place to live!

Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris in Grand Rapids, MI

4.9
Commonwealth is a wonderful community. My mom is adapting well and has experienced all good. She really likes it there. These staff is super supportive. I gave a 4 on food because my mom says every once in awhile she doesn't care for the selection. Commonwealth offers transportation services to ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids

4.0
It's a fantastic community!My mom said "I could live here". Then wanted to move in the next day. I would recommend to others. It's very clean, friendly and compassionate.

East Grand Rapids independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Grand Rapids independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Grand Rapids, 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 East Grand Rapids 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 East Grand Rapids partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Grand Rapids, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East Grand Rapids 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 East Grand Rapids communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Grand Rapids, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Grand Rapids 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 East Grand Rapids offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Grand Rapids, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and StoryPoint Grand Rapids West are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Grand Rapids, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 63 independent living facilities near East Grand Rapids, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in East Grand Rapids, Michigan are Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Rockford and StoryPoint Grand Rapids West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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