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The care services are better now that my loved one is so limited and needs full care in all areas. When he had a little more capability, they over estimated his abilities more. The care services rating is...
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.
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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Everyone is very friendly! They are like family. My dad has the studio and its perfect size. Very accessible. Laundry is very accessible, central dining room isn't too far away. I would absolutely recommend...
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.
Glen Eagle provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds on the outskirts of Traverse City, you'll be charmed by our comfortable facilities and the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare,...
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Reed City Fields gives you such a warm welcome the moment you walk in the door. My grandmother recently moved into this facility and she has had nothing but great things to share with our family. From the...
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.
Reed City Comfort Care, a place to call home. Warm Friendly environment.
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The staff truly cares about the residents. The communication from Curry House at all levels is excellent. Mom adjusted to being in the memory care side in just a day or 2, which is amazing considering that...
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.
Choosing a senior community is one of the most important and difficult decisions you will make for your elderly parents. Thankfully, you can put your mind at ease when the decision you make is to choose Curry House Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. Set against a beautiful, rural backdrop...
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My mom-in-law is thriving in her wonderful community! The owners & staff are the most genuine, compassionate, and go above, and beyond. They have taken the time with her to understand her, and encourage her...
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.
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Cordia is a very very nice place! I did quite a bit of research before selecting this facility, and nowhere else even came close, it was far and away the best I saw. The staff is friendly and professional,...
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.
Cordia at Grand Traverse Commons Cordia at Grand Traverse Commons is unique in its commitment to the art and science of maintaining functional independence. We are located in Traverse City, Michigan, inside one of the largest historic preservation projects in the United States. In addition to...
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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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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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My Mom and Dad stayed at Traverse Manor for almost 10 years, with my Dad passing first about 7 years ago. Many times they shared “this is the best place for us to be” through a series of family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Traverse ManorFind a relaxing, welcoming place to call home at Traverse Manor, located in Traverse City, Michigan, a modern, well-cared for assisted living community. We’re located just minutes from the big city but far enough away that you’ll enjoy a beautiful, nature filled environment on our...
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.
Green Acres of Manistee located in Manistee Michigan provides the ideal solution for retirement living. Moving into an assisted living lifestyle can be difficult for families and individuals. We here at Green Acres want you and your family to feel comfortable and at ease with the tough decisions...
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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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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
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.
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...
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
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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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They had an amazing ease when it came to moving my dad in. They also provide everything someone may need, bed, tv, all toiletries, minus depends. Be mindful to quickly move items out of the facility after...
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.
We are a state licensed, large group, Adult Foster Care home. Licensed for 15 residents. We have 24 hr staff. We have a computer system which is directly linked to our pharmacy, to assist with passing medications. We cook and serve 3 meals and a bedtime snack every day. We can assist with...
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We're very pleased with how things have gone at Green Acres. It is a nice looking, clean facility, and the staff we've worked with have all been friendly and professional. We're completely satisfied so far.
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.
Green Acres of Cadillac, Michigan, is a beautifully appointed assisted living facility providing community living for retirees and seniors along with private living spaces. Green Acres is staffed 24 hours a day with kind and devoted caregivers who truly love working with the elderly. We are...
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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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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 Manistee, MI

The average cost of senior living in Manistee is $3,435 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hart, MI with an average of $3,051 per month.

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

Manistee, MI
$3,435/mo
$3,338/mo
$3,626/mo

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

Manistee, MI
$3,435/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,648/mo
Independent Living
$3,435/mo

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

Semi-Private
$1,200/mo
Studio
$4,356/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,077/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,600/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Manistee over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Manistee

Recent reviews for independent living in Manistee

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.

Reed City Fields

5.0
My Aunt just moved into The Fields and it’s the happiest she’s ever been! The meals are home cooked fresh meals - the staff are always smiling and willing to help and the residents are all so pleasant and happy! This move was a long time coming but definitely one I wish I would have made ...
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Manistee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manistee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manistee, 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 Manistee 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 Manistee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manistee, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Manistee 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 Manistee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Manistee, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manistee 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 Manistee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manistee, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
19.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
13.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.1%
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There are 36 independent living facilities near Manistee, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Manistee, Michigan is Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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