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Photo of American House Charlevoix Senior Living
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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36 reviews
9.4
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36 reviews
5 star
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All the staff is great. I enjoy doing the activities. I enjoy listening to the banks that preform during social hour and ice cream social. I have met a lot of new friends,.
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.
An upbeat and comfortable senior living community, American House Charlevoix is perfectly situated close to family, friends, downtown, shopping, Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan in the quaint town of Charlevoix and surrounding areas of Boyne City, East Jordan and Petoskey. American House...
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Photo of Northport Highlands
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9.0
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My husband really enjoyed his time at Northport highlands he is actually going back.for another stay. Staff very was friendly. He enjoyed the activities and meeting new people. He was out there for...
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.
Northport Highlands is an assisted living community strategically located in the picturesque town of Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan. Our community is located on a gorgeous 16-acre campus overlooking the legendary Grand Transverse Bay. With a fine harbor and park, antique shops, full...
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I liked this community for the care that my friend received from this caring community. The staff was nice and very patient to his needs. They offered a good variety of healthy meals to the residents....
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.
Here at Eastport Village, we put our resident's health & happiness first. We believe it is essential to provide an active fulfilling safe environment. We want to care for your family like they are our own.It is our mission to help your loved one maintain a happy active life with...
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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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They keep the home clean and they make sure mom has clean clothes. Mom seems to be eating well. The caregivers are very nice and seem to be taking good care of mom. They have bird feeders outside in a...
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Torch Lake, MI

The average cost of senior living in Torch Lake is $3,986 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bear Lake, MI with an average of $3,251 per month.

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

Torch Lake, MI
$3,986/mo
$3,734/mo

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

Torch Lake, MI
$3,986/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,771/mo
Independent Living
$3,986/mo

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

Studio
$5,133/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,875/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,100/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Torch Lake over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Torch Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Torch Lake

The Brook of Boyne City

4.9
I was extremely nervous about moving my parent into the Boyne City facility from reading the reviews. My Mother has been there for three months now and absolutely loves it!!! They are under new management and are fully staffed with staff that's extremely caring and passionate about caregiving!! ...
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American House Charlevoix Senior Living

5.0
My dear friend fell and broke her hip and was not able to go back home to live alone and we were able to find a place for her in Charlevoix Michigan at the American House. She absolutely loves it there. She is more social, much more active, and her mental attitude is someone who really is ...
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Northport Highlands

4.9
I have grown to know the Northport Highlands through my husband's year-long stay there. While I rarely provide reviews anywhere, it's important to share my input, as what I have experienced, what my husband continues to experience, and what I see almost daily, is worthy of sharing to those who ...
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Torch Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Torch Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Torch 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 Torch 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 Torch Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Torch Lake, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Torch 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 Torch Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Torch Lake, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Torch 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 Torch Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Torch Lake, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

American House Charlevoix Senior Living, Northport Highlands and Eastport Village Care Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Torch Lake, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Torch Lake, Michigan. See the full list.

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