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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lake Orion Heights, MI

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Photo of Care Cardinal River Oaks
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Overall Sunrise of Rochester was a great place, and the staff is very kind and friendly. The only issues we had were with them responding to my mom in an appropriate amount of time. Especially when she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Care Cardinal River Oaks affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living services. From assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, dressing to medication monitoring, Care Cardinal River Oaks provides residents with...
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55 Floor plans available
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You can feel confident with your person in the Bellbrook Family. We visited and it felt most like her personality. Employees seemed happy and the meals are "pay as you go" for inde living apartments - from...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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[name removed] and [name removed]were truly a great pleasure to encounter upon signing my lease truly professional experience thank you for allowing me into the community much appreciated. If your looking...
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.
Colonial Meadows is located a gorgeous part of Pontiac, Michigan near the sprawling community of Auburn Hills. Retirement is a big change, and we want to be there! We offer an independent living community for aging seniors who are ready to retire into a classic, quiet neighborhood without the...
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My mom lived her last seven months of life, joy and peace at Orion Oaks assisted living in memory care. It could not have been a better experience for her or me. I would highly recommend Orient oaks anyone.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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.
Heritage Place is a section 8 202 community located in downtown Lake Orion. Resident’s portion of the monthly rent is determined on the ability to pay but will not be more than 30% or their annual income.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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.
Situated in a lovely 11-acre setting, The Meadows of Auburn Hills offers affordable senior apartment living for seniors 55+. Each spacious one and two-bedroom apartment features a kitchen, roomy closets and air conditioning. A recreation program includes popular social events to share with...
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.
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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.
Photo of Waterford Oaks Senior Care East
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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We overall have a really good experience with Waterford Oaks. Unfortunately the price went up and it just got too expensive for what we could afford.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Photo of Grovecrest Assisted Living
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.
Grovecrest Assisted LivingThe Grovecrest Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Pontiac, Michigan. For many years, this area has been known as a hub of activity in Michigan. If you are looking for a city with endless amounts of activities to partake in, then Pontiac, MI is just for...
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They are friendly, they take care of your loved ones. The staff are caring. The food is not as enjoyed by my loved ones as some others would find it. When the call button is pushed they attend to your...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Lake Orion Heights, MI

The average cost of senior living in Lake Orion Heights is $4,125 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodrich, MI with an average of $3,664 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Orion Heights, MI, vs. nearby cities

Lake Orion Heights, MI
$4,125/mo
$4,199/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Orion Heights, MI, vs. state and national averages

Lake Orion Heights, MI
$4,125/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Orion Heights, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,359/mo
Independent Living
$4,125/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Orion Heights, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,411/mo
Studio
$5,693/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,751/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,400/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,650/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Orion Heights 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: Lake Orion Heights, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Orion Heights, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,125/mo$3,622/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,462/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,359/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lake Orion Heights, MI:$4,125/mo
Michigan:$3,622/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Orion Heights, MI:$4,462/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lake Orion Heights, MI:$5,359/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Orion Heights, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Orion Heights 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lake Orion Heights, MI$2,599/mo$2,584/mo+0.6%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Lake Orion Heights, MI
2024 average cost:$2,599/mo
2023 average cost:$2,584/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/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 Lake Orion Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Orion Heights

Devonshire Retirement Village in Lapeer, MI

5.0
5 stars for all. The facility is quiet, homey, and the staff are very helpful and friendly. I would recommend Devonshire to others, my mom is very happy there.

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!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse range of activities. Residents at various communities, such as Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, and Baldwin House Senior Living Oakland, enjoy a wide selection of activities that cater to different interests. These activities include trivia nights, movie nights, gardeni ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and comfort of living spaces in communities like Independence Village of Waterford, Elmhaven Manor, and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone). Residents appreciate the updated bathrooms, high-end furniture, and overall sense of cleanliness ...
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Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at communities like Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), Independence Village of Waterford, and Canterbury-on-the-Lake. Residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term relationships they've bui ...
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Affordable and flexible pricing. Communities such as Elmhaven Manor, Baldwin House Senior Living Oakland, and Independence Village of White Lake offer flexible pricing options, which is a significant factor for many families when choosing a senior living community. Some communities offer discounts for longer leases or spe ...
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Access to on-site amenities. Communities like Independence Village of Waterford, Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby, and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) offer on-site amenities such as laundry facilities, community gardens, and walking trails. These features contribute to the overall quality of life for residents ...
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Customizable meal plans and dining experiences. Many communities, including , {{643234}}, and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone), offer customizable meal plans and dining experiences that accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences. This is a crucial factor for seniors with specific nutritional needs or food allergi ...
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Lake Orion Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Orion Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Orion Heights, 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 Lake Orion Heights 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 Lake Orion Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Orion Heights, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Orion Heights 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 Lake Orion Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Orion Heights, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Orion Heights 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 Lake Orion Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Orion Heights, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
52.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55%
47%
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