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56 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is their friendly staff, the wide halls which makes it feel large. It is a newer building that provides housekeeping, shuttle and many activities as part of monthly...
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.
Welcome to Cascade Trails, a Leisure Living Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living,...
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9.8
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376 reviews
9.8
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My Mom moved into Story Point about a year ago, into independent living. It was a big move for her, but it didn’t take long for her to adjust. The rooms are spacious, updated and clean. The staff is awesome....
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.
At StoryPoint Rockford, we love being a part of the greater Grand Rapids area. Our community is a place where our residents can really enjoy a carefree retirement. At StoryPoint, we offer independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. We can meet each resident...
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I would give them all a 5. Everyone is very nice there! Everything looks really nice, it's all updated and doesn't look or smell like an old persons home. I have only eaten there a couple times, but both...
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.
Situated in a beautiful, rural landscape just five minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, you'll love the peaceful elegance of our grounds and facilities while enjoying all the conveniences of the city. We're close to shopping, dining, healthcare and wonderful entertainment.Our all-inclusive...
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9.8
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9.8
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The activities are fantastic! They keep my Mom pretty busy, which is great [name removed] and [name removed] were great, it's clean, everyone was so nice and it's close.
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.
Welcome to Lakeview Terrace, a Leisure Living Community in Lakeview, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on...
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I was impressed with the rooms and how homey it seems !!! Clean and how they serve meals also I liked. But the overall design of the community feel is great. To improve ... apparently my sister found some of...
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.
At Ludington Woods, a Leisure Living Community in Ludington, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local community that...
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I rate White Lake Assisted Living 5 stars. My husband was a resident in the Memory Unit for the last 6 months of his life and I truly cannot think there are any better care options that could have eased our...
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.
Welcome to White Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Whitehall, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Cleanliness is good. Room size ok for one person. I keep the cleanest room. Some of the residents are hogs . Come and go as we please, we are independent. There are some spaces available.
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.
American House Jenison is comprised of nine buildings which include 192 independent living, assisted living and memory care apartments. 'American House is well-known for the exceptional care we provide for the residents who choose to make their home with us,' said Rob Gillette, chief operating...
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My Mom stayed at Boulder Creek Assisting Living. Staff was so kind and thoughtful. Always stopping by her room to say Hi, and inviting her to whatever activity was going on in case she forgot. For meals,...
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.
Boulder Creek, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Rockford, Michigan, where we’re passionate about serving our senior living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...
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9.6
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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.
StoryPoint Wyoming is located on the picturesque, landscaped grounds in Wyoming, the largest suburb of Grand Rapids. You'll love the quiet elegance of our community while being close to all the attractions of Michigan's second largest city. We're a short distance from shopping, healthcare and...
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The building is only 7 years old and very nice inside. You could call it upscale. The staff is very accommodating. The room is spacious and the food is well prepared by Chef [name removed].
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.
Grand Village, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Grandville, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior living residents and sharing life’s journey together. At our community, residents and family members will find a warm and inviting environment, where we support and...
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Photo of The Village of Heather Hills
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9.5
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41 reviews
9.5
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41 reviews
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I’m giving this rating primarily due to the frequent staff turnover. The dining room, in particular, often seems understaffed—either with servers or kitchen staff. According to my mom, there are times when...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Heather Hills community is the best in Michigan! Situated on 20 beautifully landscaped acres, you'll enjoy the elegance, warmth and security of a family-owned retirement community. We offer fine dining, social events, billiard rooms and more. Village care is our in-home health care agency who...
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What we like the most about the community is the newer build, the nice units, the friendly residents and all of the activities they have to offer. Yes, we would 100% recommend Quincy Place Senior Living to...
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.
Quincy Place Senior Living - A Traditions Community, offers well-appointed Independent Living, as well as thoughtful, expert, Assisted Living and Memory Care, designed to encourage independence, dignity and well-being.Located just six miles from historic downtown Holland and the waterfront,...
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9.3
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57 reviews
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We are very happy with the care of our mother. 5. The apartment is clean including the bathroom. The staff is polite and friendly. The nurse gives us updates on a regular basis.
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.
Sunrise of Cascade is a single level, Arts and Crafts style building offering assisted living and secured memory care. We are conveniently located just East of I-96 and the 28th Street exit on Charlevoix Drive in Grand Rapids, MI. Charlevoix Drive is a quiet street but close to shopping,...
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They were great to work with but we needed to find a facility with additional services to better support my Mom. I would recommend to others.
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.
Sentinel Pointe is a rental community that does not require a buy-in or long term lease. Residents are able to live in place by adding on assistance, including physical therapy and hospice, in the comfort of their own apartment. Every apartment at Sentinel Pointe includes emergency call system,...
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9.3
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The staff is friendly, well trained and take time to learn the family's names, my moms name and things about her. I have even received calls from staff if they are concerned about anything! The facility is...
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.
At Riley’s Grove, a Leisure Living Community in Zeeland, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Our community provides each resident with open, comfortable spaces that encourage everyone to fully enjoy each day. Our...
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I often visit my aunt at this facility. The other residents always look happy and are engaging with each other. The residents enjoy decorating for upcoming holidays. They have self-directed activities and...
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.
We provide an intimate, home-like setting where staff and residents interact like family. We're rethinking and redesigning how to care for residents. The goal for these communities is to provide a tailored approach to comfort for our valued community member's that pledges dedicated care where all...
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55 Floor plans available
9.0
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My mother in law is adjusting nicely to her apartment at Baldwin House. It is quite spacious and we were able to move much of her furniture with her...thus making it feel like 'home' almost instantly. She...
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.
Welcome to Lloyd's Bayou Senior LivingLocated in beautiful Spring Lake, Michigan, the recently renovated Lloyd’s Bayou Senior Living is nestled in a picturesque wooded setting and boasts all of the comforts of home. Our community is ideally situated near a variety of shopping, dining, and a...
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Overall the cleanliness is outstanding and staff is great. There is no dining at Kensington but the activities my mom does, she really enjoys.
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.
Kensington Senior Living is a newly developed facility to provide elegant, peaceful living for individuals ages 55 and over.Kensington Senior Living features 64 units independent living apartments with various floor plan options. The community provides a comfortable living environment tailored...
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I love lakeside living, the beautiful sunsets. It's a great community of people. Living here on a lake is like a small taste of heaven! I love it!
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.
ENJOY AFFORDABLE AND PRIVATE LAKEFRONT LIVING FOR 55+ ON WABASIS LAKE! If you love amazing sunsets and the sound of the wind in the trees, you will love Lakeside Village!Conveniently located only 15 minutes due east of Rockford, MI, 15 minutes southwest of Greenville, MI and 30 minutes to...
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Overall I would say 4 stars. At times his room was smelly and not very clean. It has improved some. His hygiene is improving lately but I have to ask for some of his care.
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.
Reed City Comfort Care, a place to call home. Warm Friendly environment.
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66 Floor plans available
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Staff are all very nice also enjoyable to be around. Since we are Independent, there is not much care. There is a person here who you can hire to clean your apartment. There are apartments in a different...
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.
American House Holland is, as our name suggests, located in the beautiful town of Holland, Michigan. Over the past two decades since our campus was established, we have created a reputation for excellence in all areas of senior care. Depending on your loved one's needs, we are offer both...
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66 Floor plans available
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The staff are very helpful and friendly. The facility is clean and updated and very attractive. My husband and are very happy here. I can't comment on the food because we don't buy it we have a full kitchen...
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.
At Addington Place of Lakeside Vista, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, our seasoned and dedicated staff, first-rate...
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8.9
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Excellent office people, they are great at answering questions. They have many events for residents to participate in, my Mom loves it there.
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.
Residents in the Independent Living portion of our community have a choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Kitchens are fully equipped and utilities are covered (cable and Internet service). Monthly rates include restaurant style dining, weekly housekeeping services, social and...
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It is a passion for some of the staff, and a job for others on the staff, for any of these facilities... Location-wise for our family, Common Wealth was priceless for the short time of 15 days and her...
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.
Addington Place of Grand Rapids is located on a beautiful campus offering supported independent living, assisted living and memory care assisted living. Nestled in a quiet, country setting in southern Kent County, Addington Place is conviently located. The campus is dedicated to enriching and...
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Staff is very caring and upbeat. Quality of care is good. Activities are very good. Food is very good and big portions. Cleanliness is good. Apartment size is perfect.
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.
Care Cardinal Byron Center is a comfortable and secure residential community offering a professional, friendly team and multiple levels of care. With personalized living spaces, comfortable gardens, and nutritious meals provided every day, your loved one can thrive and enjoy the safety of 24-hour...
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Cost of independent living in Lakewood, MI

The average cost of senior living in Lakewood is $3,525 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fremont, MI with an average of $2,901 per month.

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

Lakewood, MI
$3,534/mo
$3,142/mo

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

Lakewood, MI
$3,534/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$4,050/mo
Independent Living
$3,534/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,700/mo
Studio
$3,054/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,312/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,090/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,719/mo

Senior living costs in Lakewood 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: Lakewood, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLakewood, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,534/mo$3,625/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$3,940/mo$4,172/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,050/mo$4,535/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Lakewood, MI:$3,534/mo
Michigan:$3,625/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Lakewood, MI:$3,940/mo
Michigan:$4,172/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Lakewood, MI:$4,050/mo
Michigan:$4,535/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Lakewood, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lakewood 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.

Lakewood, MIMI stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Lakewood, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lakewood 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
Lakewood, MI$3,252/mo$3,119/mo+4.3%
Michigan$2,704/mo$2,671/mo+1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Lakewood, MI
2024 average cost:$3,252/mo
2023 average cost:$3,119/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,704/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Lakewood

Recent reviews for independent living in Lakewood

Care Cardinal Byron Center

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Care Cardinal Byron Center and overall we have been pleased so far. They were very prompt when we stopped in to check the openings available in the Independent Living area, returned our call and we had an apartment to tour the next day. The meals are to my ...
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Villa Maria in Grand Rapids, MI

5.0
They're doing an excellent job at Villa Maria, we'd give them top marks across the board! Everything they do here they do well! The facility itself is clean and well kept, the staff are all very friendly, they have plenty of activities, and the food is good! This was the first place we toured, ...
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Freedom Village at Holland, a CCRC

4.0
I have no complaints about how things are going for my loved one since she made the move into this community. Every time I have gone to visit I have been pleased with what I have seen and think the staff do a great job maintaining the facility for all of the residents. She seems be comfortable ...
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Lakewood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakewood, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.1%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakewood 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 Lakewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakewood, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.6%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood 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 Lakewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakewood, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
30.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.5%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.3%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.8%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
16.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.1%
46.9%
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