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Photo of The Baptist Manor - Drake Building
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.
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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: 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.
Founded in 1954, The Baptist Manor is a non-profit, Christian organization that has provided affordable, quality housing and personal care to over 575 senior citizens for the past 60+ years.Our campus consists of 5 communities, four located on W. 13 Mile Road and the other on Drake Road, both in...
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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.
Highland Towers ApartmentsHighland Tower Apartments is a senior housing community located in Southfield, MI. Situated in Oakland County, this dynamic city is known for its cluster of five golden sky scrapers, called the "Golden Triangle." Southfield has an abundance of diverse recreational...
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Everything is working out very well with my fathers move to this community. He is loves it ! I'am very confident with his move here. I know he is safe, and in good hands. It has been an excellent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Jewish Senior Life is a very elegant assisted living community which is located in quaint and quiet Oak Park Michigan. The schools and homes in the area are quite nice with high school football at the top of concern on Friday nights. There is also a local bakery right nearby for delicious events...
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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 really like the community the staff is very good. It is clean and up-kept. I would like for the community to start offering food services. It would be nice if i didn't have to cook . I would recommend it...
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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.
Royal Oak TowersRoyal Oak Towers Senior Apartments is located in the lovely city of Ferndale, Oakland County , MI. This senior housing building is designed for residents 55 years of age and older. The beautiful building is 11 stories high and is close to many amenities.Royal Oak’s caring and...
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Cost of independent living in Elm, MI

The average cost of senior living in Elm is $3,908 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dearborn, MI with an average of $3,818 per month.

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

Elm, MI
$3,908/mo
$3,947/mo

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

Elm, MI
$3,908/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Elm, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,249/mo
Independent Living
$3,908/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,448/mo
Studio
$4,495/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,875/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,568/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,500/mo

Senior living costs in Elm 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: Elm, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElm, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,908/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,276/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,249/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Elm, MI:$3,908/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Elm, MI:$4,276/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Elm, MI:$5,249/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Elm, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elm 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
Elm, MI$2,238/mo$2,160/mo+3.6%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Elm, MI
2024 average cost:$2,238/mo
2023 average cost:$2,160/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Elm

Recent reviews for independent living in Elm

Cranberry Park at ShorePointe in Saint Clair Shores, MI

5.0
The day staff in my mom's area is excellent. Housekeeping seems adequate. I don't know about the meals. My mom has dementia, so I can't get an answer that is accurate. CP has ice cream socials and wine and cheese socials a couple of times each week. The chair exercise class is excellent. Because ...
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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!

Elm independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elm independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elm, 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 Elm 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 Elm partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elm, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Elm 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 Elm communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elm, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elm 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 Elm offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elm, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
47%
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American House Livonia Senior Living, Hutcheson Manor and Independence Village of Plymouth are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elm, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 122 independent living facilities near Elm, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elm, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, The Reserve at Red Run and Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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