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The cost of independent living in Whites Beach is about $2,998 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 149 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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They are really nice and they are actually really encouraging my brother to GO to functions and exercise. Food is good. Place is clean and safe.
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.
Welcome to Bayfield, a Leisure Living Community in Bay City, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...
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[name removed] had been a blessing for my mother. The staff is very kind and caring. I feel she is in good hands! She is in such better condition than when she went in. I'm very happy with the staff! No...
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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Never realized how expensive this would be. Was good we started this before I wanted. It's taken a long time for her adjust. Lots of depression and a difficulty with her dog. Thought for sure I was going...
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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.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living community. You’ll be greeted by our professional staff who are ready to listen to you and learn all about your wants, needs – and stories! You’ll see residents smiling, laughing and participating in...
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Big facility with lots to do from the look of it. Happy to see that the activities director is active on a daily basis with all the residents and the food smelled great during my visit. Housekeepers and...
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.
Bay City Comfort Care is a state-of-the-art facility located on Shrestha Drive sprawling over 38,000 square feet of immaculately designed space. Designed to feel like a luxury resort, with a floor plan that encourages community interactions, you’ll fit right in. Our state-of-the-art facility is...
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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
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.
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The community is quick to address any issues, my loved one is 97 and loves it here. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this community to others
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.
Pineview Apartments is a comfortable senior housing and secure 55+ residence located in the friendly city of Essexville, Bay County, Michigan. Boasting a wonderful sense of community and fabulous amenities, Pineview Apartments is the perfect place to call home. Essexville is a small but active...
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The ease of being able to visit my loved one and the staff being responsive to the residents that needed assistance stand out to me. The...
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.
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I would recommend to other families. They are very knowledgeable and experienced. We picked this community, because my brother recommended it.
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.
Less Worrying, More LivingWhen you walk through the doors of this kind and welcoming community, prepare to feel your worries melt away. With a dedicated care team and the loveliest residents you could ever hope to meet, you’ll quickly discover this assisted living and memory care community...
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From the moment you arrive at Bickford of Midland you are greeted by amazing staff. The building is clean and festive. The staff go above and beyond to ensure that my mother and all the resident's are always...
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.
From freshly prepared meals to an energetic social scene, Bickford ensures your loved one experiences the zest of life every day. Our caregivers, more like extended family, are there at every step, ensuring your loved one’s best possible life. Central to our ethos is the HigherPath senior health...
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Overall I think they're doing a great job at The Horizon taking care of my loved one. The staff are all very caring, and the facility itself is clean and nice looking. The food they serve is good, and...
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.
The Horizon Senior Living IV is an assisted living community that is located in Standish, Michigan. The Horizon Senior Living is family owned and operated, so they are determined to provide the best care. The staff at this assisted living facility are determined to make your loved ones feel safe...
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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.
Liberty Square apartments, an elderly (or disabled of any age), community has been serving the residents of Linwood, Mi. since 1978, we have a professional management team that truly cares about the community and its residents.Linwood is located approx. 10 miles north of Bay City, Mi.-close to...
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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, 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
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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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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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.
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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
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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The staff and residents are friendly and the community is very clean. I wouldn't change anything because the community is fine the way it is. I am pleased with Riverwalk Meadows and I would recommend them.
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.
Riverwalk Meadows is nestled along Bay City’s Veteran’s park offering spectacular views of both the park and river. Designed with seniors in mind we are conveniently located just 2 blocks from Riverside Senior Center and are also close to shopping and medical facilities.Heat, water, sewer and...
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We just recently moved my loved one here from another facility, but I am already seeing a big improvement in her mood. They have a very nice setup here, and the staff are all very friendly and professional....
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
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Whites Beach, MI

The average cost of senior living in Whites Beach is $2,998 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sterling, MI with an average of $2,539 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whites Beach, MI vs. nearby cities

Whites Beach, MI
$2,998/mo
$3,191/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whites Beach, MI vs. the state and national average

Whites Beach, MI
$2,998/mo
U.S. national average
$4,166/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whites Beach vs. other types of senior living

$3,865/mo
Independent Living
$2,998/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Whites Beach, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,529/mo
Studio
$4,401/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,140/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,510/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Whites Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Whites Beach

Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home in Bay City, MI

5.0
The staff is great and caring at Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home. My mom loves the food. She said it is very tasty and they are accommodating to her special requests. She is lactose intolerant. [Name removed], the manager, is always available and great to work with. My mother has never complained ...
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Bickford of Midland

4.3
My dad said this community was home when he passed they cried with me. They treated him just like a member of the family. I have recommended this community to many people already, And they have really liked it.

Whites Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whites Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whites 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 Whites 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 Whites Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whites Beach, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Whites 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 Whites Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whites Beach, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
15.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whites 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 Whites Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whites Beach, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.9%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.8%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
18.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
6.3%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
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There are 37 independent living facilities near Whites Beach, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Whites Beach, Michigan is Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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