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They offer limited Medicaid accommodation, seemingly lacking or in need of improvement for families with a resident needing memory care or with dementia. The staff is very welcoming and there is a lot of...
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.
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It seems to be a great community for my Dad. Even though it is Independent living the staff and others really watch out for each other. My Dad accidentally pulled the bathroom "pull cord" and the neighbor...
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.
Residents of Whispering Pines enjoy peaceful community living in a wooded environment in Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, IN. Residents, 55 and older, live in nice apartments with well-kept grounds, mature trees and lush green lawns. Although, you may feel you're living in the country, in reality,...
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Lakeview Battle Creek is a lovely facility with very caring staff. They provide plenty of activities, they are very accommodating, and it is a beautiful place! I highly recommend to anybody looking for...
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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The other tenants were very nice and helpful toward my Mother. Far as board games etc. She has felt welcomed by others. There are some concerns with the toileting situation. She was not use to not wiping...
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.
Located just off Portage Street is Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan's Washington Square Co-op Apartments, which specializes in senior housing. It's nestled in a park-like setting with its old, beautiful trees and garden areas which are used by residents, along with the picnic areas and other...
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Since they care for dementia patients they work well with them. Room size is nice not too big or small. Bathrooms are large with her shower. You are your own decorator. It could be simple or as elaborate as...
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
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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.
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: 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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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.
Fountain View of Portage is licensed by the State of Michigan as an Adult Foster Care Facility; we have provided comprehensive assisted living services in the Portage area since 1990.Our campus consists of various levels of Assisted Living, all nestled in a beautiful country setting with;...
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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Crossroads is always friendly, clean, helpful & inviting. My mother has lived here for six years. She is 94. She feels safe & welcomed. Her health is failing but I feel she is safe & welcome (still) as well....
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.
Crossroads Village Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Portage, MI. Portage, which is located in Kalamazoo County, is known for its historical parks and trail systems. Visitors and residents alike enjoy biking, walking and canoeing their way through this vibrant and welcoming...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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I am doing fine at Hope Woods. Things are going great here. I'm having a good time getting settled in and meeting new people. The staff is excellent. There are more activities than I can handle. They provide...
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.
Hope Woods offers spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes for adults over 55 years of age. Hope Woods is designed to promote the active lifestyles of our residents.Hope Woods is conveniently located in the hear of Oshtemo, just a short drive from many area grocery stores, restaurants, 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.
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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My Mother in law has tried one meal at this community as she is in independent living and it was very good. She is still getting settled into the community so she has not yet participated in any activities....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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
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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
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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.
Park Place Assisted Living is a locally run, family owned community that has been serving seniors since 1986.  As a registered Eden Alternative home we make everyday life more enjoyable with our pets, gardens, child visitors, and staff that feel more like family than caregivers.  We...
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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.
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.
The Lexington Place at Longmeadow is an independent, 55 and over, senior housing community located in the small city of Niles, Berrien and Cass counties, MI. The community itself is located in the heart of the city, nearby many small lakes, and just down the road from the St. Joseph River. Niles,...
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Wakelee, MI

The average cost of senior living in Wakelee is $3,428 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vandalia, MI with an average of $3,333 per month.

Independent living costs in Wakelee, MI, vs. nearby cities

Wakelee, MI
$3,428/mo
$4,064/mo
$3,333/mo

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

Wakelee, MI
$3,428/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Wakelee, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,386/mo
Independent Living
$3,428/mo

Independent living costs in Wakelee, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,128/mo
Studio
$4,623/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,152/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,760/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,823/mo

Senior living costs in Wakelee 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: Wakelee, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWakelee, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,428/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,364/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,386/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wakelee, MI:$3,428/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wakelee, MI:$4,364/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Wakelee, MI:$4,386/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Wakelee, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wakelee 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
Wakelee, MI$2,816/mo$2,948/mo-4.5%
Michigan$2,667/mo$2,649/mo+0.7%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Wakelee, MI
2024 average cost:$2,816/mo
2023 average cost:$2,948/mo
Percent change:-4.5%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,667/mo
2023 average cost:$2,649/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Wakelee

Recent reviews for independent living in Wakelee

Grand Emerald Place in South Bend, IN

4.9
I appreciate how friendly everybody is. Most of the time the care is okay. Getting my loved one to keep the fall detector lanyard on her neck has been a challenge, but that's not on them. They have a back patio, and I think they're going to be having a garden. And the inside is pretty nice. ...
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Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Wakelee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wakelee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wakelee, 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 Wakelee 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 Wakelee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wakelee, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
24.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wakelee 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 Wakelee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wakelee, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wakelee 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 Wakelee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
34.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wakelee, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 161 independent living facilities near Wakelee, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Wakelee, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and River Ridge Retirement Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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