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10 Best Independent Living Communities in The Jackpines, MI

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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
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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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Everything seems to be going well so far at The Brook of Gladwin, I'd give them high marks across the board. It's a nice looking, clean place, and the staff are friendly and professional. They're taking...
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 Brook of Gladwin is a state-of-the-art and affordable assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Gladwin, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in central Michigan and offers the benefits of big-town living with medical amenities and shopping nearby. Our comfortable 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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I couldn't be happier with the staff and hospice in the way they took care of my mother. You all became family to us and I would like to say Thank You for caring and loving my Mother as we all did. Mom...
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 Brook of Houghton Lake is an assisted living community in Houghton Lake, MI. Houghton Lake is a popular retirement spot and vacation spot year round. The Brook of Houghton Lake is located across the street from Houghton Lake Park and just down the road from Houghton Lake, the largest inland...
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Cost of independent living in The Jackpines, MI

The average cost of senior living in The Jackpines is $3,238 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Skidway Lake, MI with an average of $2,730 per month.

Independent living costs in The Jackpines, MI, vs. state and national averages

The Jackpines, MI
$3,238/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in The Jackpines, MI, vs. other senior living options

$6,048/mo
Independent Living
$3,238/mo

Independent living costs in The Jackpines, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,222/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,435/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,956/mo

Senior living costs in The Jackpines 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: The Jackpines, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThe Jackpines, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,238/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,846/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,048/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
The Jackpines, MI:$3,238/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
The Jackpines, MI:$4,846/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
The Jackpines, MI:$6,048/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in The Jackpines, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in The Jackpines 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 average 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
The Jackpines, MI$2,643/mo$2,721/mo-2.9%
Michigan$2,432/mo$2,466/mo-1.4%
National$2,723/mo$2,852/mo-4.5%
The Jackpines, MI
2024 average cost:$2,643/mo
2023 average cost:$2,721/mo
Percent change:-2.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,432/mo
2023 average cost:$2,466/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,723/mo
2023 average cost:$2,852/mo
Percent change:-4.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in The Jackpines

Recent reviews for independent living in The Jackpines

Oscoda Fields

4.9
All of the employees are kind, caring, and seem to be knowledgeable in their field! My in-laws have been very happy residing there, and they were very kind to them both after my mother-in-law passed away recently.

Tawas Village Retirement Living Center in East Tawas, MI

4.0
Residents nursing care is really great - fantastic job and residents feel safe and comfortable Food-common feedback is that food is bland- which I understand some residents cant have salt - but for those that do - make it available. What about the opportunity to serve breakfast for dinner ...
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The Horizon Senior Living I in St. Helen, MI

5.0
Excellent care and great compassion for the residents. I am very secure in [Removed] care and wellbeing. All the aides and [Removed] go beyond official duties to care for these residents.

The Jackpines independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Jackpines independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Jackpines, 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 The Jackpines 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 The Jackpines partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
The Jackpines, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.8%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in The Jackpines 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 The Jackpines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
The Jackpines, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.4%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.4%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
27%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Jackpines 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 The Jackpines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.9%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.1%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.2%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.6%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Tawas Village Retirement Living Center, Oscoda Fields and Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas are the top-rated independent living facilities near The Jackpines, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near The Jackpines, Michigan. See the full list.
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