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10 Best Independent Living Communities in St Clair Shores, MI

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Photo of Cranberry Park at ShorePointe
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I especially liked that the people were in a "community" set up, seeing the same people each day like a family. Also, all diapers were changed at special times daily whether used or not. My husband NEVER had...
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.
Cranberry Park at ShorePointe is proudly committed to providing quality assisted living, memory care, respite, and hospice services. We deliver comfort, style, and security in a signature neighborhood setting. We welcome you to learn why Cranberry Park at ShorePointe is the best choice for you...
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Our experience with the Church of Christ facility has been truly exceptional. The rehabilitation team is phenomenal and demonstrates a high level of skill, compassion, and dedication to each resident’s...
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.
Church of Christ Assisted Living is located in Macomb County - on the north side of the Detroit tri-county area. Our 14-acre campus is in Clinton Township off I-94, halfway between I-696 and M-59. We offer ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING which includes 3 homemade meals daily, weekly laundry and...
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It's a very clean community. My loved one likes the food. They offer a lot of activities. It's kind of pricey but my loved one has a large one bedroom. We picked this community because, of the close...
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.
At Clinton Villa, seniors enjoy freedom, independence and privacy when they choose it — security and support when they need it. Our affordable, cozy Independent Living apartments provide the ultimate in convenience and individualized services within a warm and friendly environment. Residents can...
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i have been a resident of the villages of Clinton pointe since 2008. It is not only a senior complex but it has a very definite family atmosphere. Our office manager [name removed] does everything in her...
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.
'It's not just an apartment it's a lifestyle.' The Villages of Clinton Pointe, built in 2004, is a carefree community for Seniors 55 or better. We offer maintenance free living in our three-story, 78 unit apartment community which has open floor plans, is richly decorated and always up-to-date....
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When my wife needed 24/7 care and was no longer ambulatory American House Cottage Grosse Pointe provided her with the care she needed. Because of her condition she could not actively participate in group...
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 Cottage Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Grosse Point Farms, Michigan, in Wayne County and home to just over 9,000 people. Grosse Pointe Farms is a small community bordering Detroit and residents will enjoy quiet relaxation and park-like surroundings....
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My mother lived here from [dates removed]. The staff and [name removed] took wonderful care of her until the end when she was under hospice care the last couple of months. Very clean space and good meals...
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.
The Young Home For The Elderly is a wonderful assisted living community in the Norman Rockwell-like town of Warren, MI. The wonderful city is the largest suburb of Detroit and maintains a small town feel right outside bustling Motown. Warren is home to one of the oldest populations in the United...
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This facility is a good place for my mom. She has her privacy but can also be involved if she wants to be. They have a wide variety of activities. The building manager is very open to any needs the residents...
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.
The Madison Manor Apartments is an independent senior housing community located in the rural city of Madison Heights, Oakland County, MI. The community is located nearby many local shopping and entertainment venues, making it a great place to live. A hospital is located directly next to the...
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The entire staff at Beechwood is amazing. Kind, compassionate, attentive and dedicated. The facility is super clean and the food is homemade and delicious. Daily activities for the residents that are unique...
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.
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It's a very nice place. Very happy we have [name removed] there. They do a lot of activities and they are all very sweet. He is actually at a rehab place that we almost placed him in and we are so happy we...
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.
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They are having some issues with the kitchen and food. My brother is in independent living so his food is delivered. It sometimes isn't warm. He is legally blind after the stroke so it is hard for him 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.
Windemere Park offers a lifestyle full of choices – from luxurious independent living apartment homes with optional services, to private and semi-private assisted living apartments with customized care. Our services evolve with your needs. At Windemere Park, you will enjoy the comfort 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.
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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: 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: 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.
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: 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.
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, 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.
Mary's Center for Seniors is a state licensed 20 bed facility offering adult foster care for seniors with special needs. We are located in a ranch style home in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to expressways and near Metropolitan Beach and its many recreational activities. Our experienced...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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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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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Wow so glad we found a place for my mother that was small enough to care and big enough to give my mother the kind of security and love she needs at this time. So far I am pleased with the community at...
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.
Dawn's Center for Seniors is a state licensed 20 bed facility offering adult foster care for seniors with special needs. We are located in a ranch style home in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to expressways and near Metropolitan Beach and its many recreational activities. Our experienced...
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in St Clair Shores, MI

The average cost of senior living in St Clair Shores is $2,630 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Detroit, MI with an average of $2,408 per month.

Independent living costs in St Clair Shores, MI, vs. nearby cities

St Clair Shores, MI
$2,630/mo
$2,471/mo
$2,408/mo

Independent living costs in St Clair Shores, MI, vs. state and national averages

St Clair Shores, MI
$2,630/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in St Clair Shores, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,965/mo
Independent Living
$2,630/mo

Independent living costs in St Clair Shores, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,387/mo
Studio
$3,053/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,000/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,977/mo

Senior living costs in St Clair Shores 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: St Clair Shores, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Clair Shores, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,630/mo$2,802/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$5,288/mo$5,357/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$5,965/mo$6,196/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
St Clair Shores, MI:$2,630/mo
Michigan:$2,802/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
St Clair Shores, MI:$5,288/mo
Michigan:$5,357/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
St Clair Shores, MI:$5,965/mo
Michigan:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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Independent living costs in St Clair Shores, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in St Clair Shores 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
St Clair Shores, MI$2,680/mo$2,674/mo+0.2%
Michigan$2,794/mo$2,777/mo+0.6%
National$3,411/mo$3,314/mo+2.9%
St Clair Shores, MI
2024 average cost:$2,680/mo
2023 average cost:$2,674/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,794/mo
2023 average cost:$2,777/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,411/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in St Clair Shores

Recent reviews for independent living in St Clair Shores

Clinton Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care in Clinton Township, MI

5.0
We are very happy at Clinton Creek Assisted Living community

The Villages of Clinton Pointe in Clinton Township, MI

5.0
My father is receiving great care The staff is outstanding and very caring. The activities are excellent. Very happy with the cleanliness of the community. I would highly recommend this community for others.

American House East I Villas in Roseville, MI

4.2
Experience has been very good. Have not used any of the services except cleaning. [name removed]has been very helpful. Nice environment.

St Clair Shores independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Clair Shores independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Clair Shores, 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 St Clair Shores 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 St Clair Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Clair Shores, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.1%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in St Clair Shores 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 St Clair Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Clair Shores, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Clair Shores 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 St Clair Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Clair Shores, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.2%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
27.9%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
46.9%
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American House Lakeshore, Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living and The Reserve at Red Run are the top-rated independent living facilities near St Clair Shores, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 77 independent living facilities near St Clair Shores, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in St Clair Shores, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, The Reserve at Red Run and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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