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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Bangor, MI

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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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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.
Breton Woods is Holland Home's newest Independent Living Community and is located in the southeast portion of the greater Grand Rapids area. This is an active senior community for those 65 and older. Apartment style and condo style living are offered on a beautiful campus which also offers...
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Cost of independent living in West Bangor, MI

The average cost of senior living in West Bangor is $3,626 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Decatur, MI with an average of $3,422 per month.

Independent living costs in West Bangor, MI, vs. nearby cities

West Bangor, MI
$3,626/mo
$3,585/mo

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

West Bangor, MI
$3,626/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in West Bangor, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,570/mo
Independent Living
$3,626/mo

Independent living costs in West Bangor, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,578/mo
Studio
$4,819/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,566/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,087/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,788/mo

Senior living costs in West Bangor 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: West Bangor, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Bangor, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,626/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,570/mo$4,169/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,570/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
West Bangor, MI:$3,626/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
West Bangor, MI:$4,570/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
West Bangor, MI:$4,570/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in West Bangor, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Bangor 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
West Bangor, MI$3,017/mo$3,207/mo-5.9%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
West Bangor, MI
2024 average cost:$3,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,207/mo
Percent change:-5.9%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in West Bangor

Recent reviews for independent living in West Bangor

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.

West Bangor independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Bangor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Bangor, 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 West Bangor 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 West Bangor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West Bangor 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 West Bangor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Bangor, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Bangor 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 West Bangor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.2%
47%
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Forest Glen Assisted Living, Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care and StoryPoint Granger are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Bangor, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 176 independent living facilities near West Bangor, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Bangor, 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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