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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Waverland Beach, MI

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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.
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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: 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: 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.
Ruth C. Sabin HomeRuth C. Sabin Home is an independent living community in La Porte, IN. This community is located in an area within LaPorte County that is quiet and peaceful, and residents enjoy calling it home. Those who are residents of La Porte and the guests of those individuals enjoy...
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.
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: 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, 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.
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.
Contemporary 1 and 2 bedrooms Closet Space Galore Dishwasher Garbage Disposal Washer and Dryer hook ups Fitness Room Library Elevator Community Center Featuring Speakers and monthly social events And so much more! WE ARE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED OFF PHOENIX ROAD. We are open Monday-Friday 9-5 and...
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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.
Symphony of Chesterton is a licensed assisted living community that is located in Chesterton, IN. Chesterton is a part of Porter County, and it is a great place to live. Chesterton offers opportunities for residents and guests to get out and have some fun. Those who are visiting Chesterton and...
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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: 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.
It’s your life….…so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Wakarusa’s assisted living community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, our welcoming atmosphere...
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: 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, 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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
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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: 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.
It’s your life……so live it to the fullest at Miller’s Senior Living Community. Plymouth’s premier Assisted Living Community offers a gracious lifestyle for America’s Greatest Generation, our Seniors, giving family members that peace-of-mind. Upon entering our community, a welcoming fireplace...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Waverland Beach, MI

The average cost of senior living in Waverland Beach is $3,641 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, MI with an average of $3,253 per month.

Independent living costs in Waverland Beach, MI, vs. nearby cities

Waverland Beach, MI
$3,641/mo
$3,335/mo

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

Waverland Beach, MI
$3,641/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Waverland Beach, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,451/mo
Independent Living
$3,641/mo

Independent living costs in Waverland Beach, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,344/mo
Studio
$4,473/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,122/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,522/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,823/mo

Senior living costs in Waverland Beach 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: Waverland Beach, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaverland Beach, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,641/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,451/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,451/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Waverland Beach, MI:$3,641/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Waverland Beach, MI:$4,451/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Waverland Beach, MI:$4,451/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Waverland Beach, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Waverland Beach 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
Waverland Beach, MI$2,280/mo$1,927/mo+18.3%
Michigan$2,504/mo$2,447/mo+2.3%
National$2,927/mo$2,812/mo+4.1%
Waverland Beach, MI
2024 average cost:$2,280/mo
2023 average cost:$1,927/mo
Percent change:+18.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,504/mo
2023 average cost:$2,447/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,927/mo
2023 average cost:$2,812/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Waverland Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Waverland Beach

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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Aviva Valparaiso

3.5
The staff greetings were very pleasant at Aviva Valparaiso. The admissions and finances were also pleasant and helpful. Most of the staff in the Memory Center were always helpful, not enough of them. Housekeeping needed a little more effort, but again not enough of them. Meals were usually warm ...
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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.

Waverland Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waverland Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waverland Beach, 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 Waverland Beach 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 Waverland Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waverland Beach, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Waverland Beach 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 Waverland Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waverland Beach, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waverland Beach 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 Waverland Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waverland Beach, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
41.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
47%
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Residences at Coffee Creek, StoryPoint Chesterton and Forest Glen Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waverland Beach, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 124 independent living facilities near Waverland Beach, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Waverland Beach, Michigan are Residences at Coffee Creek, StoryPoint Chesterton and Forest Glen Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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