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Independence Village of White Lake
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · White Lake, MI
Exterior view of Independence Village of White Lake building Exterior view of Independence Village entrance and landscaping Outdoor seating area with landscaped garden Dining area with tables set for meal service

Independence Village of White Lake

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · White Lake, MI
935 Union Lake Rd, White Lake, MI 48386 View map
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Independence Village of White Lake offers both independent living and assisted living services in White Lake, Michigan. Located on Union Lake Road, the three-story community has served older adults for nearly four decades under the leadership of President Tim Bryant. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, allowing for a range of living arrangements and support needs.

Those who require additional assistance can receive help with daily activities, mobility, and medication reminders while maintaining as much independence as possible. Housekeeping services reduce routine household responsibilities, and chef-prepared meals are served three times daily to support convenience and nutrition.

Amenities include a library, business center, beauty salon, and barbershop, along with transportation services and fitness and recreational programs. The community is also pet-friendly, giving residents the option to keep companion animals as part of their lifestyle.

Situated near Pontiac General Hospital, the neighborhood has a Walk Score of 9, making most errands and outings dependent on vehicle transportation. Additionally, on-site transportation services help provide an alternative for routine appointments and local trips.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #11 / 266Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 11th out of 266 assisted living communities we track in Michigan for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Michigan facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
39 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #383 / 435Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 383rd out of 435 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
9 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Additional Services

3 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Housekeeping
Transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Library
Business Center
Café
Private Dining Room
Activities
Cardio Drumming
Strength Training
Garden Club
Creative Writing
Crafters Corner
Outings To Movie Theater
Outings To Local Restaurants
Technology Classes
Wine and Cheese Tasting
Line Dancing
Theme Parties

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Independence Village of White Lake.
  • Private dining room for family events.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
Apartment
In-Room Features
Private Kitchen (In-Unit)

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from White Lake's city center to Independence Village of White Lake's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.46 miles to nearest hospital (Pontiac General Hospital)

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Independence Village of White Lake
AL
IL
RC
White Lake-Yes
9
Facility 9
MI AVG 37
Rank #383 / 435
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 12
Rank #11 / 266
A+
Baldwin House Senior Living Oakland
AL
HOS
IL
RC
Pontiac-Yes
34
Facility 34
MI AVG 37
Rank #228 / 435
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
The Orchards at Canterbury-on-the-Lake
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Waterford Township-Yes
22
Facility 22
MI AVG 37
Rank #306 / 435
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Michigan

Independence Village of White Lake is in White Lake, Michigan. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
MI specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
Residential personal-care support

Adult Community Placement Personal Care Supplement

Michigan Adult Community Placement Personal Care Supplement

Eligibility

General
People who have or are eligible for Medicaid, reside in a qualifying licensed Adult Foster Care home or Home for the Aged, and qualify for an MDHHS Adult Community Placement case and personal care supplement.
MI specifics
The supplement pays for personal care; the resident remains responsible for room and board.

What it provides

  • A personal-care supplement paid to the licensed home for assistance such as bathing; dressing; mobility; toileting and medication administration.
In-home & community support

MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Eligibility

General
Medicaid-eligible adults age 65 or older or adults ages 18–64 with physical disabilities who meet nursing-facility level of care and MI Choice criteria.
MI specifics
Delivered through waiver agencies; screening determines potential eligibility and waitlist placement.

What it provides

  • Authorized adult day health; respite; coordination; community living supports; meals; accessibility adaptations and other approved waiver services.
In-home support

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Eligibility

General
Medicaid members meeting Home Help eligibility after a home assessment of personal-care need.

What it provides

  • Authorized assistance with covered daily-living tasks; amount of care follows the assessment.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program

Family Caregiver Support Program (Michigan)

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia

Eligibility

General
Adult family or informal caregivers of adults age 60 or older or people of any age with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. The federal program also supports specified older-relative caregiver categories.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information and access assistance; counseling and training; support groups; respite and limited supplemental services under the federal caregiver-support framework.
Returning home

Community Transition Services (CTS)

Michigan Community Transition Services (CTS)

Eligibility

General
Medicaid beneficiaries in nursing facilities who are assessed for transition assistance to establish a community household.
MI specifics
These nonrecurring transition expenses do not constitute room and board.

What it provides

  • Approved one-time costs such as deposits; basic household items; cleaning and utility setup to support leaving institutional care.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
MI specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence Village of White Lake

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Independence Village of White Lake in a walkable area?
Independence Village of White Lake has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
02 How long has Independence Village of White Lake been in business?
Independence Village of White Lake has been operating for approximately 39 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
03 Are pets allowed at Independence Village of White Lake?
Yes, Independence Village of White Lake allows residents to bring their pets.
04 Are there photos of Independence Village of White Lake?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Independence Village of White Lake in the photo gallery on this page.
05 What levels of care does Independence Village of White Lake provide?
Independence Village of White Lake offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care.
06 What is the address of Independence Village of White Lake?
Independence Village of White Lake is located at 935 Union Lake Rd, White Lake, MI 48386.
07 What is the phone number of Independence Village of White Lake?
(248) 360-7235 will put you in contact with the team at Independence Village of White Lake.
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