Overview of Norman Towers

Offering independent living for adults aged 55 and older, Norman Towers is a senior living community in the IHM Campus neighborhood of Monroe, Michigan, on West Elm Avenue. The mid-rise building has studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents a choice of layouts while maintaining an independent lifestyle with on-site dining and social activities.

Residents have access to an elevator, disability-friendly features, on-site maintenance, and internet service throughout the building. A fitness center is available for those who want to stay active, and residents can bring their pets. The community is also close to public transportation, so it’s easy to get around Monroe without driving.

Norman Towers is about a mile from downtown Monroe. The area has a Walk Score of 58 out of 100 and is considered moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, while most trips require a car or a ride.

Families considering Norman Towers will find independent living with private apartments, practical everyday amenities, and an active social environment. That combination can appeal to older adults who want to maintain their independence while enjoying the convenience of community living.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #147 / 676Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 147th out of 676 homes in Michigan for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Monroe's city center to Norman Towers's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 16.67 miles to nearest hospital (Oakwood Southshore Medical Center Pth)

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Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Michigan

Norman Towers is located in Monroe, Michigan.
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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MI

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Norman Towers

What neighborhood is Norman Towers in?

Norman Towers is in the IHM Campus neighborhood.

Is Norman Towers in a walkable area?

Norman Towers has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Norman Towers?

Yes, Norman Towers allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Norman Towers?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Norman Towers in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Norman Towers?

Norman Towers is located at 810 W Elm Ave, Monroe, MI 48162.

What is the phone number of Norman Towers?

(734) 243-0253 will put you in contact with the team at Norman Towers.

Does Norman Towers provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Norman Towers is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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