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I have placed my severly mentally, blind, disabled cousin with Heavenly Homestead. He has been there for almost 5 years and I could not be happier with the care that he receives. I live about an hour and a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care - SouthThe Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care – South is an assisted living community located in historic Gladwin, MI. This area is situated along the banks of the Cedar River. The beautiful landscape that is offered in Gladwin, MI is one of its major draws....
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Cost of independent living in East Tawas, MI

The average cost of senior living in East Tawas is $3,154 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rose City, MI with an average of $2,171 per month.

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

East Tawas, MI
$3,154/mo

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

East Tawas, MI
$3,154/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,639/mo
Independent Living
$3,154/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,010/mo
Studio
$4,469/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,305/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,930/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in East Tawas over time

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What families are saying about independent living in East Tawas

Recent reviews for independent living in East Tawas

Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bad Axe, MI

5.0
This is by far the best community The care is top notch. The events. are plenty & so much fern. The most active community I have seen the most caring. And most important is that my mom is thriing.

Bay View Gardens in Sebewaing, MI

4.5
Staff and administration work well together and when needed administration is out on the floor answering call lights, passing food trays, etc. I have found everyone supportive and caring. They also made the admission process easy and were very welcoming to our father and family.

The Horizon Senior Living I in St. Helen, MI

5.0
Excellent care and great compassion for the residents. I am very secure in [Removed] care and wellbeing. All the aides and [Removed] go beyond official duties to care for these residents.

East Tawas independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Tawas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Tawas, 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 Tawas 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 Tawas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Tawas, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East Tawas 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 Tawas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Tawas, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Tawas 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 Tawas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Tawas, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
7.7%
44.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
3.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
15.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
3.8%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.5%
46.1%
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Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bay View Gardens and Oscoda Fields are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Tawas, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 30 independent living facilities near East Tawas, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in East Tawas, Michigan is Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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