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The staff at Forest Glen have been phenomenal. The care, attention, respect, and kindness towards my mother has been wonderful. Someone is always asking if there is something she needs or something special...
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.
At Forest Glen, a Leisure Living Community in Dowagiac, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a sunny summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Our assisted living residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local......Read more
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I have yet to meet one bad employee, they are so good to us. I have lived here over 12 years in independent Living and just recently assisted living.
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 River Ridge, a Leisure Living Community in South Haven, Michigan, where our residents share in the joys of everyday life together. Residents can cozy up to the fireplace in the winter or relax outside in the pavilion on a warm summer day. Our community offers independent living,......Read more
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What we like the most about The Whitcomb Senior Living is that the staff know the residents and really keep track of them! Yes, I would recommend this community to other families ( but I don't live there),...
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.
The Whitcomb, located in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan, is a retirementcommunity for senior citizens. It was once a well-known hotel that hostedpresidents, entertainers, and professional athletes. Nowadays, it's a hubfor active and lively seniors in Southwest Michigan. The community issituated at......Read more
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5 on all. My parents have settled in amazingly well. Staff are available and helpful while giving my parents their space. They are pleased with the food and I agree when I eat with them. They are...
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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We were treated with such sincerity from the Sales Advisor, [name removed], and the entire team during the entire process that I can’t thank them enough. My Mom is finally settled in and we have peace 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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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.
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......Read more
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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, 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Paw Paw Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Paw Paw Lake is $3,592 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bridgman, MI with an average of $3,335 per month.

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

Paw Paw Lake, MI
$3,592/mo
$3,605/mo

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

Paw Paw Lake, MI
$3,592/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

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

$4,485/mo
Independent Living
$3,592/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,100/mo
Studio
$5,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,258/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,769/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Paw Paw Lake over time

Paw Paw Lake, MIMI stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Paw Paw Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Paw Paw Lake

Woodland Terrace in Bridgman, MI

5.0
They have just been really good and very caring. The staff is really well trained and professional. We are really very pleased with the experience that we are having at Woodland Terrace.

Caretel Inns of St. Joseph

4.1
My wife was cared for very well at Caretel. The staff was friendly and helpful. The facility was well equipped with rehab equipment, activities, snack bar,etc. the only negative was that my wife was not crazy about the food. Her room was equipped with a small kitchenette, with a refrigerator ...
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River Ridge Retirement Village in South Haven, MI

4.9
We chose River Ridge because she wanted to be in the South Haven area and this was the best facility we found.. It also came recommended so we went to tour and were impressed. The apartment sizes are great, my mom really likes her space. [name removed] and [name removed] are both very helpful ...
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Paw Paw Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paw Paw Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paw Paw Lake, 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 Paw Paw Lake 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 Paw Paw Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Paw Paw Lake, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Paw Paw Lake 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 Paw Paw Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Paw Paw Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paw Paw Lake 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 Paw Paw Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Paw Paw Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
9.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
46.1%
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, River Ridge Retirement Village and Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Paw Paw Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Paw Paw Lake, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Paw Paw Lake, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living and River Ridge Retirement Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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