Best Independent Living in Michigan

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Last updated

May 2026

We analyzed

607 homes in Michigan

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Michigan Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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StoryPoint Novi	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Novi	116 Facility 116 MI AVG 76 Rank #95 / 435	Yes	38 Facility 38 MI AVG 39 Rank #341 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 181	A+	4	9 Facility 9 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #231 / 340	2.3 Facility 2.3 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #260 / 340	42400 W 12 Mile Rd Opco LLC
Brookdale Adrian	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Adrian (Adrian Township)	65 Facility 65 MI AVG 76 Rank #232 / 435	Yes	7 Facility 7 MI AVG 39 Rank #636 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	48 Facility 48 MI AVG 22 Rank #4 / 181	A+	6	24 Facility 24 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #317 / 340	4.0 Facility 4.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #316 / 340	Blc Adrian-Gc, LLC
Freedom Village	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Holland (Columbia Avenue)	62 Facility 62 MI AVG 76 Rank #239 / 435	Yes	68 Facility 68 MI AVG 39 Rank #82 / 703	1 Bed / 2 Bed	35 Facility 35 MI AVG 22 Rank #61 / 181	A+	4	0 Facility 0 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #1 / 340	0.0 Facility 0.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #1 / 340	Ccrc Opco-Holland, LLC
Allegria Village	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Dearborn	132 Facility 132 MI AVG 76 Rank #60 / 435	No	52 Facility 52 MI AVG 39 Rank #201 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	4 Facility 4 MI AVG 22 Rank #131 / 181	D-	10	19 Facility 19 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #304 / 340	1.9 Facility 1.9 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #238 / 340	Hfv Opco, LLC
StoryPoint Portage	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Portage (West Portage)	40 Facility 40 MI AVG 76 Rank #290 / 435	Yes	9 Facility 9 MI AVG 39 Rank #614 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 181	A+	6	12 Facility 12 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #263 / 340	2.0 Facility 2.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #241 / 340	Senior Living Portage, LLC
Flourish Collection at Rochester	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Rochester	20 Facility 20 MI AVG 76 Rank #332 / 435	No	10 Facility 10 MI AVG 39 Rank #609 / 703	1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 181	A+	2	9 Facility 9 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #231 / 340	4.5 Facility 4.5 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #320 / 340	Blossom Ridge, LLC
StoryPoint Kalamazoo	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Kalamazoo (Oshtemo Charter Township)	291 Facility 291 MI AVG 76 Rank #3 / 435	Yes	24 Facility 24 MI AVG 39 Rank #488 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 181	A+	-	-	-	-
Canterbury-on-the-Lake	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Waterford Twp (Waterford Township)	128 Facility 128 MI AVG 76 Rank #66 / 435	No	22 Facility 22 MI AVG 39 Rank #508 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	31 Facility 31 MI AVG 22 Rank #69 / 181	A+	-	-	-	-
Friendship Village – Kalamazoo	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Kalamazoo	57 Facility 57 MI AVG 76 Rank #255 / 435	Yes	7 Facility 7 MI AVG 39 Rank #636 / 703	1 Bed / 2 Bed	51 Facility 51 MI AVG 22 Rank #3 / 181	A+	-	-	-	-
Lynwood Manor	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Adrian (Kimole Lane)	84 Facility 84 MI AVG 76 Rank #177 / 435	No	12 Facility 12 MI AVG 39 Rank #594 / 703	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	15 Facility 15 MI AVG 22 Rank #115 / 181	A+	6	42 Facility 42 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #332 / 340	7.0 Facility 7.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #334 / 340	-
Village House of Ludington	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Ludington	12 Facility 12 MI AVG 76 Rank #390 / 435	No	33 Facility 33 MI AVG 39 Rank #404 / 703	1 Bed / 2 Bed	33 Facility 33 MI AVG 22 Rank #63 / 181	A+	3	0 Facility 0 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #1 / 340	0.0 Facility 0.0 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #1 / 340	Village Manor Of Ludington, Inc.
StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Grand Rapids (Millbrook)	125 Facility 125 MI AVG 76 Rank #72 / 435	Yes	27 Facility 27 MI AVG 39 Rank #461 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 181	A+	-	-	-	-
Brittany Manor	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Midland (East Ashman Street)	150 Facility 150 MI AVG 76 Rank #33 / 435	No	13 Facility 13 MI AVG 39 Rank #582 / 703	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	27 Facility 27 MI AVG 22 Rank #82 / 181	A+	-	-	-	-
Medilodge of Ludington	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Ludington	93 Facility 93 MI AVG 76 Rank #157 / 435	No	33 Facility 33 MI AVG 39 Rank #404 / 703	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	33 Facility 33 MI AVG 22 Rank #63 / 181	A+	11	37 Facility 37 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #330 / 340	3.4 Facility 3.4 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #306 / 340	-
StoryPoint Clinton Township	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Clinton Twp	69 Facility 69 MI AVG 76 Rank #226 / 435	Yes	42 Facility 42 MI AVG 39 Rank #300 / 703	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	39 Facility 39 MI AVG 22 Rank #13 / 181	A+	2	3 Facility 3 MI AVG 8.2 Rank #127 / 340	1.5 Facility 1.5 MI AVG 1.6 Rank #200 / 340	Clinton Care Sublessee LLC

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these independent living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 8 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.

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