Page 11 of Best Independent Living in Michigan

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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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Traditions of Saginaw – West
IL
AL
MC
Saginaw (Saginaw Township North)
100
Facility 100
MI AVG 84
Rank #49 / 132
Yes
5
Facility 5
MI AVG 40
Rank #258 / 269
-2
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #45 / 114
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #85 / 114
-
Primrose Retirement Community of Midland
IL
AL
MC
NH
Midland
106
Facility 106
MI AVG 84
Rank #40 / 132
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed5
2
Facility 2
MI AVG 8
Rank #26 / 114
0.4
Facility 0.4
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #17 / 114
Midland Retirement, LLC
Hillside Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Ann Arbor (Eberwhite)
88
Facility 88
MI AVG 84
Rank #60 / 132
No
67
Facility 67
MI AVG 40
Rank #34 / 269
-4
12
Facility 12
MI AVG 8
Rank #75 / 114
3.0
Facility 3.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #72 / 114
Gsb Holdings, LLC
The Meadows at Silver Maples
IL
AL
RC
Chelsea
71
Facility 71
MI AVG 84
Rank #72 / 132
Yes
68
Facility 68
MI AVG 40
Rank #31 / 269
-2
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #61 / 114
1.5
Facility 1.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #90 / 114
-
ShadowTree Lodge
IL
AL
MC
Lapeer (Mayfield Township)
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 84
Rank #128 / 132
No-Private Rooms4
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 114
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 114
Diana Kreiner
StoryPoint Saline
IL
AL
MC
Saline (Briarwood)
40
Facility 40
MI AVG 84
Rank #95 / 132
Yes
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 40
Rank #257 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed9
13
Facility 13
MI AVG 8
Rank #106 / 114
1.4
Facility 1.4
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #88 / 114
Senior Living Ann Arbor, LLC
The Heritage Assisted Living Community
IL
AL
MC
Battle Creek
78
Facility 78
MI AVG 84
Rank #69 / 132
No
8
Facility 8
MI AVG 40
Rank #246 / 269
-4
15
Facility 15
MI AVG 8
Rank #61 / 114
3.8
Facility 3.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #72 / 114
-
Windemere Park Assisted Living I
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Warren
90
Facility 90
MI AVG 84
Rank #58 / 132
No
38
Facility 38
MI AVG 40
Rank #136 / 269
-11
30
Facility 30
MI AVG 8
Rank #109 / 114
2.7
Facility 2.7
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #88 / 114
-
American House Somerset
IL
AL
MC
RC
Troy
103
Facility 103
MI AVG 84
Rank #43 / 132
No
11
Facility 11
MI AVG 40
Rank #238 / 269
-3
9
Facility 9
MI AVG 8
Rank #87 / 114
3.0
Facility 3.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #100 / 114
Vop Somerset, LLC
Holland Home Raybrook Campus
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Grand Rapids (Ridgemoor)
236
Facility 236
MI AVG 84
Rank #3 / 132
No
41
Facility 41
MI AVG 40
Rank #124 / 269
-4
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #106 / 114
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #82 / 114
Holland Home

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Overview of Traditions of Saginaw – West

Traditions of Saginaw, West offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Saginaw, MI. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering, and the range of care levels can suit someone whose needs may grow over time.

Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and short-term rehabilitation provides a temporary setting for therapy and recovery. Rehabilitation services are available at the community, giving residents access to therapy as part of their stay. The community has 100 beds, and Tara Hannon serves as director; Sabra Midwest Operations V operates Traditions of Saginaw, West.

Restaurant-style dining features meals made from fresh ingredients, giving residents a dining setting beyond routine cafeteria service. A fitness center, salon, and lakeside park setting with walking paths support exercise, personal grooming, and outdoor walks within the community. Scheduled transportation is available for planned trips, and pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them.

Contact Traditions of Saginaw – West

Overview of Primrose Retirement Community of Midland

Nestled in the neighborhood of Midland, MI, Primrose Retirement Community of Midland is a respected senior living community that provides excellent independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents find comfort in their stunning apartments with easy access to local parks, museums and other local landmarks for recreation. With a nursing team on-site 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, residents enjoy compassionate care and assistance any time of the day.

Daily social events and wellness programs are also offered to provide residents the opportunities they need to stay active, healthy, and engaged. Residents also enjoy delicious meals, replenishing snacks, and refreshing beverages at the Bistro coffee shop for their cravings and nutritional needs. Various amenities, such as a salon, library, movie theater, on-site therapy services, and cozy lounges are available as well to make residents’ lives more enjoyable and convenient.

Starting Price $7,440/Month

Contact Primrose Retirement Community of Midland

Overview of Hillside Terrace Senior Living

With a capacity for 88 residents, Hillside Terrace Senior Living is an assisted living community in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Operated by GSB Holdings, LLC, it also supports both long-term residents and older adults recovering from hospitalization or surgery through rehabilitation services, respite care, and 24-hour assistance from licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. Monthly rates start at $2,100.

Weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and chef-prepared meals are provided, with all utilities included except telephone. On-site amenities also include enclosed courtyards, walking paths, a chapel, a library, a hair salon, a TV lounge, and an aviary. Its surrounding area also earned a Walk Score of 67, allowing some daily errands to be completed on foot.

Recent state inspections identified opportunities to improve medication administration and operational practices, including health screening, ventilation, and sanitation documentation. The community has since implemented corrective actions and completed an administrative compliance review confirming substantial alignment with state health and licensing standards.

$4,600/Month

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Overview of The Meadows at Silver Maples

The Meadows at Silver Maples offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Chelsea, Michigan. The community provides care for older adults 62+, including those seeking short-term stays and those in need of support with daily tasks.

Owned by Silver Maples of Chelsea, the community has 71 beds and welcomes pets. Residents can also take part in Enrichment Programs and the Wellness Program. With a Walk Score of 68, the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot, while a resident who no longer drives may need transportation for other outings.

Contact The Meadows at Silver Maples

ShadowTree Lodge

1378 Shadowtree Ln, Lapeer, MI 48446
Overview of ShadowTree Lodge

Maintain dignity as you age with ShadowTree Lodge, an idyllic retreat in Lapeer, MI, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a respectful and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, with the community helping with household responsibilities.

Encouraging residents to live actively, a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted for their leisure and wellness. For residents’ well-being, delightful and healthy meals are served to meet dietary needs and preferences. Mobility assistance and medication management are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in their golden years without hassles, especially with its dedicated services and welcoming spaces.

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Overview of StoryPoint Saline

Operating as part of Senior Living Ann Arbor, StoryPoint Saline is a 40-bed assisted living community on South State Road in Saline, Michigan. It offers three care levels: assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can select from studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in the three-story building.

The community sits in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 6, so a vehicle is needed for most errands. This setting charms occupants and families who value a more serene and residential neighborhood atmosphere instead of proximity to commercial activity. Currently, the facility operates at approximately 55 percent occupancy, with 22 residents on census at the latest inspection. This moderate occupancy level creates room for new admissions.

Inspections by Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs have noted issues surrounding medication administration practices, documentation accuracy, hand hygiene, and environmental maintenance. Such themes reflect regulatory attention to infection control and safety protocols in the facility.

An integral part of StoryPoint Saline’s service offerings is memory care, so it’s a fitting option for families seeking a care continuum in one location. The inclusion of independent living alongside assisted living and memory care lets occupants potentially age in place if care needs evolve, provided transitions between levels are offered.

Contact StoryPoint Saline

Overview of The Heritage Assisted Living Community

The Heritage Assisted Living Community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Battle Creek, MI. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they keep their own apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and independent living offers private living with community services but no daily care.

With all three care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community. The Heritage Assisted Living Community has 78 beds and is operated by Battle Creek Assisted Living Operator.

Contact The Heritage Assisted Living Community

Overview of Windemere Park Assisted Living I

Windemere Park Assisted Living I is a Warren, MI community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, hospice care, and nursing care, including skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, respite care offers a short stay, hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

With several care levels available, Windemere Park Assisted Living I may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community rather than begin again elsewhere. The community has 90 beds, and Van Dyke Partners operates it.

Residents can use an indoor heated pool, a physical fitness gym, a beauty and barber shop, and an outside courtyard with a gazebo. Tuscany Restaurant serves meals from menus prepared by a licensed dietitian, while scheduled transportation supports shopping, errands, outings, and doctor appointments.

Physical and occupational rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, therapeutic recreational services, and respite stays are available. A Walk Score of 38 describes a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Windemere Park Assisted Living I

American House Somerset

3400 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Overview of American House Somerset

American House Somerset is an outstanding senior living community in Troy, MI, offering various levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Relax and entertain family in the comfort of well-designed private studio and one- or two-bedroom apartments, with access to various assistance and services. With their Living Well Memory Care, residents dealing with memory loss enjoy a secure environment supported with 24-hour medical assistance, life-enrichment programs, and engaging daily activities.

The community is designed with the residents’ best life in mind, offering an array of amenities that residents will surely enjoy. Residents can enjoy their favorite drink with friends at the bistro, pamper themselves at the salon, or enjoy the fresh air and soak up some sunshine on the beautifully landscaped grounds, courtyards and walking paths. Additionally, American House Somerset restaurant-style dining services encourage communication over delicious and healthy meals catered to their tastes and needs, ensuring they eat well and feel well-connected.

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Overview of Holland Home Raybrook Campus

Holland Home Raybrook Campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers a private living space with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medications while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level does not require leaving the community. The campus has 236 beds and is operated by Holland Home. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident.

Residents can use the pool and salon or spa, with planned outings that include theater performances, musical events, and area shows. Rehabilitation services are available, while respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation to get out independently.

Contact Holland Home Raybrook Campus

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Michigan

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 275 independent living communities in Michigan. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Michigan?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Michigan, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Michigan?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Independent Living in Michigan at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Michigan. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 84The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Michigan. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90