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My mom died after five weeks at transitions. I don't really have that long of a duration to evaluate. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families, in fact I just did and her father is intending...
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.
Transition Assisted Living is a full-service assisted living community focused on health and wellness. The founders David, Lenore, and Crystal Hayes are committed to adhering to the best quality care while allowing residents to experience new things in life. Our mission is to provide...
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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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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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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, 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
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Star, MI

The average cost of senior living in Star is $3,751 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stillman, MI with an average of $3,502 per month.

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

Star, MI
$3,751/mo
$4,061/mo
$3,894/mo

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

Star, MI
$3,751/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,751/mo
Independent Living
$3,751/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,575/mo
Studio
$2,995/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Star

Recent reviews for independent living in Star

Transition Assisted Living in Gladstone, MI

5.0
Transition Assisted Living receive 5 stars in all categories. They are a top notch assisted living facility. I could not have asked for more! Based on the experience we have had so far with this community, we would absolutely recommend them to any family looking for a community for their loved ...
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Harbour View Assisted Living in Munising, MI

4.9
The people are very nice, it was an easy transition and the location was key for our family. Our loved one really enjoys the meals and dining service and we would recommend the Harbour View Assisted Living community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Star independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Star independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Star, 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 Star 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 Star partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Star, MINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Star 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 Star communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Star, MINational
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Star 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 Star offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Star, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
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
12.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.1%
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Transition Assisted Living, Harbour View Assisted Living and Harbor View Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Star, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Star, Michigan. See the full list.

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