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I have not spent a great deal of time at the community to be able to answer re improvement, but what I found most helpful was the marketing person, then the receptionist and administrative staff
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.
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,...
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5 for all with occasional exception for food as a rating of 4. Very gracious and caring. The community of Sisters is welcoming and caring.
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 offer limited Medicaid accommodation, seemingly lacking or in need of improvement for families with a resident needing memory care or with dementia. The staff is very welcoming and there is a lot of...
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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It seems to be a great community for my Dad. Even though it is Independent living the staff and others really watch out for each other. My Dad accidentally pulled the bathroom "pull cord" and the neighbor...
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.
Residents of Whispering Pines enjoy peaceful community living in a wooded environment in Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, IN. Residents, 55 and older, live in nice apartments with well-kept grounds, mature trees and lush green lawns. Although, you may feel you're living in the country, in reality,...
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The other tenants were very nice and helpful toward my Mother. Far as board games etc. She has felt welcomed by others. There are some concerns with the toileting situation. She was not use to not wiping...
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.
Located just off Portage Street is Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan's Washington Square Co-op Apartments, which specializes in senior housing. It's nestled in a park-like setting with its old, beautiful trees and garden areas which are used by residents, along with the picnic areas and other...
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Since they care for dementia patients they work well with them. Room size is nice not too big or small. Bathrooms are large with her shower. You are your own decorator. It could be simple or as elaborate as...
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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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.
Contemporary 1 and 2 bedrooms Closet Space Galore Dishwasher Garbage Disposal Washer and Dryer hook ups Fitness Room Library Elevator Community Center Featuring Speakers and monthly social events And so much more! WE ARE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED OFF PHOENIX ROAD. We are open Monday-Friday 9-5 and...
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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
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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, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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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We ended up moving my father to Crown Point in Stevensville. More up to date facility, cleaner, level of care seems as good if not a little better, and the facility is 1/2 the cost. They have been very...
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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I have lived at Golden Orchards for a year and a half. I like to be with people. Staff are very nice. I just love it here. I get along with everyone. TV could be better. DirecTV goes in and out with...
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.
LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards Receives Bronze National Quality Award -- Michigan facility recognized by national program for commitment to quality care -- (Fennville, MI) — LifeHOUSE Golden Orchards has been recognized as a 2013 recipient of the Bronze — Commitment to Quality award for its...
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I would recommend this community. Being in this area it was very convenient to get to. The staff bent over backwards to make the community a homey experience for my loved one and the other residents.
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.
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
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.
Petronas Country Home Inc. is located in Baroda, MI in Berrien County. This residential care home provides the support that you need in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Berrien enjoy checking out the areas wineries and all that they have to offer. Petronas Country Home...
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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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Mom is doing very well here she is enjoying her new surroundings. The property is beautiful with spacious grounds and peaceful surroundings. The staff is awesome very kind and considerate and helpful. Mom is...
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.
Here are Woodlands Terrace we have two locations; Our Bridgeman, Michigan location is sitting on twelve acres or woods and dunes right next to Lake Michigan, while our Niles, Michigan location is surrounded by vast meadows, trees, and ponds. We are a Christian facility for senior living and...
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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.
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!

Cost of independent living in Palisades Park, MI

The average cost of senior living in Palisades Park is $3,758 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,422 per month.

Independent living costs in Palisades Park, MI, vs. nearby cities

Palisades Park, MI
$3,758/mo
$3,598/mo

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

Palisades Park, MI
$3,758/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Palisades Park, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,605/mo
Independent Living
$3,758/mo

Independent living costs in Palisades Park, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,675/mo
Studio
$4,903/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,483/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,063/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,788/mo

Senior living costs in Palisades Park 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: Palisades Park, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typePalisades Park, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,758/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,523/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,605/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Palisades Park, MI:$3,758/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Palisades Park, MI:$4,523/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Palisades Park, MI:$4,605/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Palisades Park, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Palisades Park 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Palisades Park, MI$3,017/mo$3,207/mo-5.9%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Palisades Park, MI
2024 average cost:$3,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,207/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Palisades Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Palisades Park

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Staff's kindness and attentiveness. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, Care Cardinal Byron Center, and StoryPoint Portage, where residents appreciate the long-term friendships that have developed between residents and staff ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at different communities, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes, as mentioned in reviews for Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living, Royal Park Place, and Centre Meadows.
Improving food quality and options. Although some reviews mention subpar food at communities like The Whitcomb Senior Living Tower, others, such as StoryPoint Wyoming, Rivertown Ridge, and StoryPoint Portage, describe delicious meals and accommodations for dietary restrictions.
Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Reviews highlight the friendly and helpful nature of front desk staff at multiple communities, including StoryPoint Portage, StoryPoint Portage, and StoryPoint Portage, who are praised for their ability to handle any situation and answer questions promptly.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews at various communities, like StoryPoint Wyoming, Royal Park Place, and StoryPoint Portage, consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails.
Supportive and communicative staff. Communication between families and staff is mentioned as a key feature in several reviews, with families at StoryPoint Wyoming, Royal Park Place, and StoryPoint Portage expressing appreciation for regular, detailed conversations to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met ...
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Palisades Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palisades Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palisades Park, 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 Palisades Park 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 Palisades Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Palisades Park 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 Palisades Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palisades Park, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palisades Park 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 Palisades Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palisades Park, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
36.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
47%
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Palisades Park, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 146 independent living facilities near Palisades Park, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Palisades Park, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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