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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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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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Everything seems to be going well so far at The Brook of Gladwin, I'd give them high marks across the board. It's a nice looking, clean place, and the staff are friendly and professional. They're taking...
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.
The Brook of Gladwin is a state-of-the-art and affordable assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Gladwin, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in central Michigan and offers the benefits of big-town living with medical amenities and shopping nearby. Our comfortable home...
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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: 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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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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My mother lived at Frankfort Pines and the care she received was above and beyond what we expected. We expected her needs to be met, but it was so much more. The workers there treated her like she was...
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.
FRANKFORT PINES ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS Frankfort Pines is an Assisted Living Facility that provides spacious apartments and suites designed for single residents and couples. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. One monthly fee provides assistance with daily living tasks, all meals...
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Cost of independent living in Jennings, MI

The average cost of senior living in Jennings is $3,227 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harrison, MI with an average of $3,066 per month.

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

Jennings, MI
$3,227/mo
$3,222/mo
$3,328/mo

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

Jennings, MI
$3,227/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,205/mo
Independent Living
$3,227/mo

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

Studio
$4,367/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,287/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,638/mo

Senior living costs in Jennings vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Jennings, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJennings, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,227/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,196/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,205/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Jennings, MI:$3,227/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Jennings, MI:$3,196/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Jennings, MI:$3,205/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Jennings, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Jennings 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Jennings, MI$3,483/mo$3,538/mo-1.6%
Michigan$2,690/mo$2,649/mo+1.5%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Jennings, MI
2024 average cost:$3,483/mo
2023 average cost:$3,538/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,690/mo
2023 average cost:$2,649/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/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 Jennings

Recent reviews for independent living in Jennings

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Jennings independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jennings independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jennings, 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 Jennings 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 Jennings partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jennings, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Jennings 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 Jennings communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jennings, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jennings 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 Jennings offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jennings, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
17.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
17.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Traverse City, Reed City Fields and Curry House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jennings, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 71 independent living facilities near Jennings, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Jennings, Michigan is Independence Village of Traverse City. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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