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Photo of Downriver Estates Senior Living
77 Photos available
9.3
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82 reviews
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Entire staff was very helpful and caring. Her issues were their issues and they did everything within their power to accommodate her.
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.
Located south of Detroit, seniors can enjoy a life well lived at Downriver Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community. The residential community offers great activities, the best of care services, and gorgeous natural surroundings. Residents enjoy living near Marsh Creek, local...
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Photo of Hampton Manor of Woodhaven
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8.2
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9 reviews
8.2
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5 star
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4 star
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Pretty facility. Mom can get outside in courtyards. Staff watch everything from how well entertainers are received, to how much the resident eats. Watched resident be seated and noticed she had water, no...
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.
What truly sets us apart is not just the beautiful building with bright sunlit hallways and beautiful furnishing, It's our staff! They are exemplary. The residents treat one another like family. It is truly a wonderful place to live. Our leases are month to month so new residents and families...
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Photo of Baldwin House Brownstown
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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23 reviews
8.0
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23 reviews
5 star
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I have moved from here. Most categories are great except for the value. Rent goes up every year, some people are paying $[removed]. I am not sure why the rent is so high for seniors because they are going by...
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.
Baldwin House Brownstown offers independent seniors the latest in apartment home living. This income restricted community has a combination of 1- and 2-Bedroom apartment homes in a limited access elevator building will feature fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers and a garbage disposal, free...
Photo of Atria Kinghaven
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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89 reviews
9.5
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The community is beautiful! The staff goes above and beyond! Happy with our choice for our loved one! Ive had meals at this location and enjoyed all of them! This is the perfect community for my loved one...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Atria Kinghaven offers residents a lifestyle of ease and comfort. Invite family and friends for a stroll around the six-acre campus or for a game of billiards in the billiards room. Atria Kinghaven is conveniently located near parks, shopping areas, restaurants, and is just fifteen minutes from...
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Photo of American House Southland Senior Living
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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86 reviews
9.5
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86 reviews
5 star
51%
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3 star
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front office very good at explaining all necessary services available. All staff very helpful and cheerful. Very pleasant place to live.
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.
Meet the different personalities of our staff Friday, October 24 from 1 to 3pm This is a great opportunity to come and see what life is like here at Southland. Each department will have a display table to share with you what they do at our community. You'll receive a thank you gift, including a...
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Photo of Maple Heights Retirement Community
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9.3
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76 reviews
9.3
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76 reviews
5 star
68%
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22%
3 star
8%
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1%
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I’m very satisfied here at Maple Heights. I’m happy with the staff here including those that provide my meals, my meds, cleaning, whatever help that they provide is done on time and everyone is so very...
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.
Welcome to Maple Heights Retirement Community, the premier Senior Living Community in the Greater Downriver Area of Allen Park, Michigan. Maple Heights is located in a quiet suburban setting, close to restaurants, parks, shopping and Beaumont Dearborn Hospital.Our goal at Maple Heights is to...
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Photo of American House Southgate Senior Living
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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52 reviews
9.2
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52 reviews
5 star
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Very accommodating and eager to help/assist. Great overall experience to date. We picked this community because of the proximity to family, and cost.
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.
Located in the heart of Downriver, Southgate is home to numerous dining experiences, golf courses and neighborhood parks. Minutes from the freeway and Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Southgate boasts close proximity to neighboring downriver communities such as Riverview, Wyandotte, Woodhaven,...
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Photo of American House Riverview Senior Living
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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66 reviews
8.3
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66 reviews
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The location of American House Riverview is close by where my parents lived and also close to the hospital. Be ready to lose your wallet.
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.
Located in a tranquil wooded setting in the heart of the downriver area and minutes from I-75, American House Riverview is ideally situated near family friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Wyandotte, Southgate, Woodhaven, Trenton, and Grosse Ile. American House Riverview is...
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Photo of The Bellaire Senior Living
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8.2
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53 reviews
8.2
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53 reviews
5 star
45%
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Visit your loved one at different times of the day to be assured they are getting the care they deserve. Problems...got to the floor supervisor not the nurses or care aides.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
A Home Away From Home- Senior living community designed to be your last move. From living completely independent to needing more assistance for care or memory wing for safety and care. 24hr private duty care is provided by an experienced care company and will customize a careplan to your specific...
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Photo of Maryhaven
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7.2
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26 reviews
7.2
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26 reviews
5 star
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27%
3 star
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2 star
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I have lived here for about 7 1/2 months and I love living here. I live in a Studio and it is perfect for me. I had to go for chemo for the first 4 months I was here and later had a lung lobe resection...
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.
Sanctuary at Maryhaven, a vibrant independent senior living community in Southgate, is now renting newly renovated studios, 1 bedroom apartments and suites. Each apartment includes all utilities (except telephone), including cable. We provide weekly housekeeping, three homemade meals each day,...
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Photo of Victoria Square
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1.0
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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.
9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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6 reviews
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Every staff member was very helpful at all times. There was never a time when they did not get back to me about a problem. My husband was not an easy person to deal with in the last month. They went above...
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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8.0
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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.
Welcome to Landmark Crossing at Southgate, a place to embrace life’s journey. Our approach is simple: to bring your loved one a life full of comfort, ease, engagement, and connection.Through compassionate caregiving, thoughtful support and therapy programs, beautiful outdoor spaces, and...
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I gave a 5 rating, because it is every thing I thought it would be. I call the Gibraltar Manor my family. The 4 rating is , the rent is a little higher than I expected, but me and my husband love it here....
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.
We are a senior independant apartment community for those 55 years of age and better. We have one and two bedroom apartments that start of in price from $ 657.00 for a one bedroom and $779.00 for two bedroom. We are a tax credit community that also has Market rate apartments avaiable.
Photo of Forest View Assisted Living
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We are very happy with Forest View. Staff is very friendly and caring. My dad is a super picky eater, but they are willing to work with us to make my Dad happy. They do need to hire more staff, especially...
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.
Brownstown Forest View is located in Brownstown, Michigan and is an assisted living community for active senior citizens who need assistance with some aspects of their daily routine. The nearest hospital, Oakwood Southshore Medical Center, is only four miles away. The facility is located in a...
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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: 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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We're very pleased with this place, so far it has been everything that we've hoped for. The aides and care staff take great care of her and the manager, Roslyn, has been great to work with. The staff and the...
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.
HOLIDAY SPECIALS! CALL NOW FOR DETAILS!Are you looking for the best independent affordable senior living option in the Down River area? If so, The Meadows of Southgate Senior Apartment Community is the answer. At the Meadows, seniors 55+ can take advantage of roomy one and two-bedroom apartments...
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: 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.
Find out why retirees are flocking to the assisted living community of Homestead Pardee in the Downriver area of Taylor, Michigan. Many people have decided to call Taylor home because of its excellent recreational activities, safe and comfortable neighborhoods, and large assortment of shops to...
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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.
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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.
The Commons at The Villages of Taylor is an independent senior community for those 55 and better!!! We offer an Internet cafe', billiards room, library, game room, theater and more!!!! We are located close to expressways and shopping! Come see your new home here at The Commons!!
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 Trenton, MI

The average cost of senior living in Trenton is $3,092 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Estral Beach, MI with an average of $2,843 per month.

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

Trenton, MI
$3,092/mo
$3,063/mo
$3,094/mo

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

Trenton, MI
$3,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,311/mo
Independent Living
$3,092/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,162/mo
Studio
$3,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,428/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,399/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Trenton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Trenton

Recent reviews for independent living in Trenton

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior ...
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American House Southgate Senior Living

4.7
The main reason for choosing American House Southgate was because it is close to my sister so that way she could go pick him up and visit often. They have been extremely helpful, especially with the whole initial move in process. They are very accommodating. He is always complimenting the food ...
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St Joseph Village in Ypsilanti, MI

4.3
The facility is very clean and staff are very friendly. My loved one was scolded for pushing the call light button when she felt she was going to fall. Independent living is only for those that need no help except in case of true emergency (heart attack). If you need help, you hire it at a ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging social activities. Several reviews from communities such as Maple Heights Retirement Community and American House Southgate Senior Living mention the various social activities offered that keep residents engaged and active. Activities like BINGO, games, and exercise classes provide opportunities for residents ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Multiple reviews highlight the importance of clear and consistent communication between staff and families in ensuring the care and well-being of their loved ones. Communities like American House Southland Senior Living and Maple Heights Retirement Community are praised for their open lines ...
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Accessible location for family visits. Some residents and their families appreciate the convenience of being able to visit their loved ones easily due to the accessible location of their communities. Reviews for American House Riverview Senior Living and American House Southgate Senior Living reveal the importance of being close ...
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Helping hand with move-in process. Several reviews, such as those from American House Southgate Senior Living and American House Southland Senior Living, mention the assistance and support provided during the move-in process. Staff at these communities go above and beyond to make the transition smooth and stress-free for new ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Many residents and their families express appreciation for the kind, friendly, and helpful nature of the staff at their communities. Reviews for Maple Heights Retirement Community and American House Southland Senior Living consistently mention the excellent care and support provided by the s ...
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Variety of food options. Quality food is a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. Reviews for American House Riverview Senior Living and American House Southland Senior Living mention the importance of offering a range of food choices to cater to residents' individual preferences and dietary r ...
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Trenton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Trenton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Trenton, 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 Trenton 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 Trenton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Trenton, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Trenton 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 Trenton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Trenton, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Trenton 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 Trenton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Trenton, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
28.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.1%
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