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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Whittaker, MI

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2828 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.8
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193 reviews
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My grandma has been living in this senior living community, and our family has been very happy with the care that she receives. The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely care about the residents. The...
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.
Brookhaven Manor Senior Living is a 55 years of age or better community conveniently located in Ann Arbor's 48103 zip code. Nearby are I-94, Briarwood Mall, art galleries, amazing restaurants, bistros, the world famous Zingerman's Deli, grocery stores and pharmacies. The University of Michigan...
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88 Photos available
9.7
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13 reviews
9.7
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We have my mother at the Gilbert Residence and could not be happier. Very clean, personal attention, very attentive to her needs. They also always answer our questions the same day. I would definitely...
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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9.4
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426 reviews
9.4
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426 reviews
5 star
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My mother has been at story point for approximately 18 months. She had been there previously with my father. She is an independent living, and has been accommodated to the most with the services provided by...
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.
At StoryPoint Saline, we love being a part of the greater Ann Arbor area. Our beautiful community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care options. We take pride in making each moment very special for each and every resident because we know that it is the small...
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8.7
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93 reviews
8.7
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93 reviews
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The facility is clean and secure. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They treat the residents like their own grandparents. They are loving and kind. Lots of activities and family is always welcome.
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.
Cedar Woods is an assisted living community that specializes in 24 hour care for seniors requiring assistance with medical/physical and/or dementia care. We provide a locked and secured community for the safety of our residents. We have a secured/enclosed courtyard for all residents to enjoy the...
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1111 Photos available
8.7
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15 reviews
8.7
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15 reviews
5 star
37%
4 star
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3 star
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6%
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Linden Square was a good place from [removed name] at administrative office, I saw the aids very compassionate and very kind to all the patients at what ever stage they were in. From the day [removed name]...
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.
Linden Square, a Heritage Senior Community, is an MDHHS-licensed assisted living center in Saline, Michigan. We employ expert staff to provide high-quality living to our residents, including services such as daily meals, laundry, housekeeping, and more, depending on individual needs. Our caring...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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49 reviews
8.4
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49 reviews
5 star
43%
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3 star
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overall fairly nice. [name removed] was very helpful. currently remodeling. people are pretty friendly. the care services could up the regular care somewhat. staff is friendly. Need a few more though. the...
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.
Bringing American House quality and value to Washtenaw county near the crossroads of U.S. 23 and I-94, American House Carpenter is ideally situated near family friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline, Superior Township, and Pittsfield Township....
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1414 Floor plans available
8.2
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27 reviews
8.2
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27 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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This is a great facility! The staff are all extremely caring and compassionate. They have lots of options of apartment and amenities offered.
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.
Enjoy a beautiful, well appointed residential setting that will keep you or your loved one in an active and engaging environment. We have a very integrated approach to continuing care by offering both independent and assisted living. St. Joseph Village is well known in the community and has been...
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8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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We placed a loved one three months ago, and although she herself is having a hard time adjusting it has been a great relief for us to know she is being well taken care of. She’s truly loved by the staff even...
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.
Heart to Home has two facilities that are owned and operated by two Registered Nurses, each with 17 years of experience. Sumpter Senior Living is located on 1.5 acres, directly across the street from the Sumpter Senior Center and Sumpter Police Station. The facility is 4200 sq. ft. with 10...
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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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While our loved one was there and before they shut everything down, our experience was pretty good. The staff was very attentive, and coming from a health care background when I would come visit it was nice...
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
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.

Cost of independent living in Whittaker, MI

The average cost of senior living in Whittaker is $3,748 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monroe, MI with an average of $2,918 per month.

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

Whittaker, MI
$3,748/mo
$3,726/mo

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

Whittaker, MI
$3,748/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$5,010/mo
Independent Living
$3,748/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,185/mo
Studio
$3,633/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,227/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,005/mo

Senior living costs in Whittaker 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: Whittaker, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhittaker, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,748/mo$3,622/mo$4,019/mo
Assisted Living$4,297/mo$4,169/mo$4,559/mo
Memory Care$5,010/mo$4,531/mo$4,796/mo
Independent Living
Whittaker, MI:$3,748/mo
Michigan:$3,622/mo
U.S.:$4,019/mo
Assisted Living
Whittaker, MI:$4,297/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,559/mo
Memory Care
Whittaker, MI:$5,010/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,796/mo
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Independent living costs in Whittaker, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whittaker 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
Whittaker, MI$3,433/mo$3,668/mo-6.4%
Michigan$2,670/mo$2,649/mo+0.8%
National$3,233/mo$3,154/mo+2.5%
Whittaker, MI
2024 average cost:$3,433/mo
2023 average cost:$3,668/mo
Percent change:-6.4%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,670/mo
2023 average cost:$2,649/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,233/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whittaker

Recent reviews for independent living in Whittaker

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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Balfour Ann Arbor

4.9
It is exceptional! Not a "value" place but exceptional care for the price! I like that my mom is content, more self sufficient in many ways, mentally more than anything. She feels respected and knows her preferences for the way things are done are listened to even if they can't always be ...
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Baldwin House Brownstown

3.9
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 each individual income vs Mshda scale!

Whittaker independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittaker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittaker, 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 Whittaker 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 Whittaker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whittaker, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Whittaker 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 Whittaker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whittaker, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittaker 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 Whittaker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whittaker, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
47%
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Brookhaven Manor, The Gilbert Residence and StoryPoint Saline are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whittaker, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Whittaker, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whittaker, Michigan are Brookhaven Manor, Downriver Estates Senior Living and Independence Village of Plymouth. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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