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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Merson, MI
If you’re looking for independent living in the Merson area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Merson. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Merson, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like South Street Historic District, Vine and Vine Area Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Kalamazoo, Portage and Saugatuck.
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Well luckily my parents have some money otherwise they would never be able to afford $[removed] a month. Meal-wise... my Dad doesn't eat meat very much. They have been great at making him a protein shake or...
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 Briarwood, a Leisure Living Community in Allegan, 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 is...
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They are very open to constructive criticism and make a concerted effort to address a concern. They have outstanding facilities and they are well maintained. Also I like the excellent staff ratio in support...
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 Portage, we love our opportunity to serve seniors and their families in this community. Our senior living options are designed to cater to any stage of life, including independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. We feel so lucky to play a role in each...
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Maple Lake Assisted Living is a place where residents thieve. The caretakers are friendly and accommodating. They really go above and beyond. I might mention the food is excellent as well.
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 Maple Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Paw Paw, 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 living...
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Honestly, I don't remember getting any feedback regarding the meals. Also, we didn't get involved in the activities but I knew a good deal was going on. In regards to the cost, I don't know what the judge...
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.
PROVISION LIVING SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIESLIFE HAPPENS HERE. ENJOY THE MOMENT, ENJOY THE JOURNEY.You can find traditional senior living communities anywhere. Or, you can live better at Provision Living! From distinctive care services and programs to companionship opportunities around every...
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This is a great place that is reasonable priced. Nice and kind people work here. The staff were always available to answer my questions or concerns the family had.
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 provide assistance for someone in need of assisted living care. We are located in close proximity to Borgess Pipp Hospital Emergency Room. Our care services and close proximity to medical care make us a unique option in the area.
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I would recommend it to others. I like that my loved one has two rooms - a sitting room and a bedroom - as well as a private bathroom. It's the only place I saw in the area that had that much space for...
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.
Vicinia Gardens of Otsego, MI is a warm, welcoming community that offers personalized care plans developed to meet the needs of our residents fully and efficiently. Private one bedroom apartments including a private bathroom, living room, closet and bedroom, your loved on will feel right at home!...
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I loved the music. I love the 40's and 50's style. The instrumentalists were Marvelous wonderful musicianship and personality.
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.
StoryPoint Kalamazoo at Bronson Place offers extraordinary retirement in a gracious small town setting. Our beautifully landscaped grounds are enhanced with gardens, courtyards and private ponds. We're ideally located on Kalamazoo's prestigious west side, convenient to both Chicago and Detroit,...
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.
Allegan Senior Residences is a brand new apartment community located in beautiful downtown Allegan, MI. We offer 20 independent apartment homes for those 55 and better! In walking distance to many great shops in downtown Allegan! Call today!
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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Very nice apartment. The folks that live there are wonderful. Sorta like family.. It is a bit noisy coming from the upstairs apartment. I guess that is apartment life.. Even so, it's a very nice place to...
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.
Emerald Park apartments provide senior housing in a country setting and providing amenities that will keep your days full, and your life style easy. This comfortable senior housing for seniors 55+ is located near Plainwell, Allegan County, Michigan. Community events are part of the daily...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Merson, MI
The average cost of senior living in Merson is $3,641 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Parchment, MI with an average of $3,350 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merson, MI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Merson
Recent reviews for independent living in Merson
Stanford Lodge of Plainwell
4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
City View in the Square Co-Op Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI
5.0
5 for everything except dining/meals because city view doesn't provide that service. Overall, my mother in laws experience has been great. The apartment is very nice, it is very affordable and the people who work at this complex are very nice. We are still so grateful for your help in finding ...
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Provision Living at Oshtemo in Kalamazoo, MI
5.0
All are a 5. What our family likes the most about Provision Living is the staff. The staff has been great, tends to all my dad's needs. They have a lot of activities for him if he chooses to do them. He likes his meals. Based on the experience we have had, we would definitely recommend this ...
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Merson independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merson, 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 Merson 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 Merson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merson, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merson 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 Merson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merson, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merson 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 Merson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merson, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Portage and Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merson, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Merson, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Merson, Michigan are Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Portage and Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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