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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.
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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...
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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.
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...
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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of independent living in Lake Orion, MI

The average cost of senior living in Lake Orion is $4,099 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodrich, MI with an average of $3,657 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Orion, MI vs. nearby cities

Lake Orion, MI
$4,099/mo
$4,193/mo

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

Lake Orion, MI
$4,099/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Orion vs. other types of senior living

$5,319/mo
Independent Living
$4,099/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lake Orion, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,115/mo
Studio
$5,889/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,809/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,463/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,650/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lake Orion over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Orion

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Orion

American House East II Senior Living in Roseville, MI

5.0
I have no negative thoughts. Place for Mom I give 5's on all. You have been a life saver. I certainly would recommend American House East II to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Canterbury-on-the-Lake in Waterford Township, MI

5.0
You could not find a nicer staff. The facility does need some updates, but for the money it can't beat. Apartment sizes here are more than adequate.

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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Lake Orion independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Orion independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Orion, 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 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Orion, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
54.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Orion 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Orion, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
48.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Orion 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Orion, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Reserve at Red Run, Hutcheson Manor and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Orion, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 32 independent living facilities near Lake Orion, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Orion, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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