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44 Floor plans available
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It would be a 5 across the board. They go out of their way to get to know each resident to help enrich their experience there. I've tried the food and it is very well prepared and it is correctly portioned...
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.
Nestled within one of Michigan’s most sought after relaxation spots, Independence Village of Frankenmuth is a community within a community. With Independent and Enhanced Living accommodations, enjoy all the comforts of independence with the benefit of additional care services. Residents can...
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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.
Wescourt provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in the charming community of Saginaw, you'll love the elegance of our facilities and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, dining,...
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What we like the most about the community is their staff, they are friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend Vassar Comfort Care to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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They have up to 5 activities residents can engage in throughout each day Monday-Friday. The staff have all been very friendly and helpful and my person there loves the food. They do a wonderful job...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
There truly is no place like home but at Covenant Glen, of Frankenmuth, we do everything possible to bring the comforts of home to our residents. Covenant Glen first opened in 2014 and is home to members of the Frankenmuth, Vassar, and surrounding areas. Our all-inclusive community provides...
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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.
PET FRIENDLY, HEAT, WATER/SEWER AND TRASH PICK UP INCLUDED IN RENT!! Affordable living in Frankenmuth's loveliest Senior (62 yrs of age or older, disabled of any age: with or without children) community currently has openings. Located less than two blocks off Main Street within walking distance...
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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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Gera, MI

The average cost of senior living in Gera is $2,585 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flint, MI with an average of $2,438 per month.

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

Gera, MI
$2,585/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,829/mo
Independent Living
$2,585/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,499/mo
Studio
$2,928/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,010/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,896/mo

Senior living costs in Gera 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: Gera, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGera, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,585/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,875/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,829/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Gera, MI:$2,585/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Gera, MI:$4,875/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Gera, MI:$5,829/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Gera, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gera 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 average 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
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gera, MI$2,655/mo$2,665/mo-0.3%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Gera, MI
2024 average cost:$2,655/mo
2023 average cost:$2,665/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,821/mo
2023 average cost:$2,761/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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 Gera

Recent reviews for independent living in Gera

Living Waters Buell Lake in Clio, MI

5.0
They are very helpful with everything and have a kind and professional attitude always concerned about their residents Never used any other community so can't compare but would definitely use Living Waters.

Cranberry Park of Clio Assisted Living

4.7
The staff at Cranberry Park are very friendly and we are satisfied with the care that they are providing Mom. The community is well kept and very clean throughout. They offer a variety of activities for Mom to choose from and enjoy. They offer a good range of meal choices and the food is very ...
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Bavarian Comfort Care in Bridgeport, MI

4.8
Bavarian was very welcoming when my family came to the community. Everyone made sure they say hi to use and checked to see if we needed anything. My grandmother loves to play bingo and the NASA astronaut visit via zoom was so cool.

Gera independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gera independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gera, 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 Gera 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 Gera partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gera, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.6%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.2%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gera 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 Gera communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gera, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
55.3%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gera 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 Gera offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gera, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
60.8%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.6%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.3%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.6%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.3%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.7%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.7%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.8%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
40.8%
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