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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Walters, MI

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My mom lived her last seven months of life, joy and peace at Orion Oaks assisted living in memory care. It could not have been a better experience for her or me. I would highly recommend Orient oaks anyone.
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, 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.
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.
Heritage Place is a section 8 202 community located in downtown Lake Orion. Resident’s portion of the monthly rent is determined on the ability to pay but will not be more than 30% or their annual income.
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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.
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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We overall have a really good experience with Waterford Oaks. Unfortunately the price went up and it just got too expensive for what we could afford.
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, 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.
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.
Situated in a lovely 11-acre setting, The Meadows of Auburn Hills offers affordable senior apartment living for seniors 55+. Each spacious one and two-bedroom apartment features a kitchen, roomy closets and air conditioning. A recreation program includes popular social events to share 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.
Grovecrest Assisted LivingThe Grovecrest Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Pontiac, Michigan. For many years, this area has been known as a hub of activity in Michigan. If you are looking for a city with endless amounts of activities to partake in, then Pontiac, MI is just for...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Walters, MI

The average cost of senior living in Walters is $2,647 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodrich, MI with an average of $2,438 per month.

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

Walters, MI
$2,647/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,920/mo
Independent Living
$2,647/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,390/mo
Studio
$3,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,019/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,986/mo

Senior living costs in Walters 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: Walters, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalters, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$2,647/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,359/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,920/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Walters, MI:$2,647/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Walters, MI:$5,359/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Walters, MI:$5,920/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Walters, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Walters 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Walters, MI$2,680/mo$2,653/mo+1.0%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Walters, MI
2024 average cost:$2,680/mo
2023 average cost:$2,653/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,821/mo
2023 average cost:$2,761/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Walters

Recent reviews for independent living in Walters

Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

The Villages of Clinton Pointe in Clinton Township, MI

5.0
My father is receiving great care The staff is outstanding and very caring. The activities are excellent. Very happy with the cleanliness of the community. I would highly recommend this community for others.

The Pines of Burton Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0
The Pines of Burton is the perfect setting for my mom. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting and smells nice. She loves her apartment which we decorated with her own furnishings so it is very nice and homey. I have dined there with my mom and the food is ...
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Walters independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walters independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walters, 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 Walters 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 Walters partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walters, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.5%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Walters 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 Walters communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walters, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.2%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
54.4%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walters 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 Walters offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walters, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.3%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.9%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.2%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.8%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
51.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.9%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Monark Grove Clarkston, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and The Pines of Clarkston Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Walters, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 36 independent living facilities near Walters, Michigan. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Walters, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and The Pines of Clarkston Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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