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Photo of American House Charlevoix Senior Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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41 reviews
9.7
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I have a family member living here and the care is impeccable. The meals are delicious which is not often the case for a care facility. The staff really makes the residents feel like family and they truly...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
An upbeat and comfortable senior living community, American House Charlevoix is perfectly situated close to family, friends, downtown, shopping, Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan in the quaint town of Charlevoix and surrounding areas of Boyne City, East Jordan and Petoskey. American House...
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9.7
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182 reviews
9.7
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182 reviews
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Everyone I have had interactions with have been very helpful. Low pressure sales, felt like they were truly trying to help me help my Mom. I would absolutely recommend the community to others who are...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living and enhanced living services. Our team strives each day to make sure all residents are at their happiest and healthiest. Whether it’s helping out with simple, everyday tasks or adding a favorite recipe to our menus, we’re...
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8.0
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My father really enjoys living there but it is just too expensive for, what I assume to be, the majority of normal elderly people. I can't really comment on meals. Haven't heard much good or bad.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
A welcoming and comfortable senior living community, American House Petoskey is perfectly situated close to family, friends, downtown, shopping and Little Traverse Bay in the charming town of Petoskey and surrounding areas of Harbor Springs, Boyne City and Charlevoix. American House Petoskey...
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This is the best decision that I made in choosing The Residences at Harbor Watch as my senior living facility. Even though Harbor Watch is a smaller community of people, it is more like family, you get to...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Club lifestyle. Maintenance-free living. A vacation every day. This is what senior living is all about. You've worked hard your whole life and now it's time to focus on the things that bring you the most joy. You've earned it! At The Residences at Harbor Watch, we've taken care of all the...
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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
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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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Perry Farm Village and Hillside of Harbor Springs are models for elder care and housing. They have caring professional staffs that take an interest in the well-being of each resident. If you live there,...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Cost of independent living in Bay Shore, MI

The average cost of senior living in Bay Shore is $3,742 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mackinac Island, MI with an average of $2,989 per month.

Independent living costs in Bay Shore, MI, vs. nearby cities

Bay Shore, MI
$3,742/mo
$3,732/mo

Independent living costs in Bay Shore, MI, vs. state and national averages

Bay Shore, MI
$3,742/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Bay Shore, MI, vs. other senior living options

$3,721/mo
Independent Living
$3,742/mo

Independent living costs in Bay Shore, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,597/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,163/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,400/mo

Senior living costs in Bay Shore vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bay Shore, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBay Shore, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,742/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,683/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,721/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bay Shore, MI:$3,742/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Bay Shore, MI:$3,683/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Bay Shore, MI:$3,721/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Bay Shore, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bay Shore and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bay Shore, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bay Shore have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bay Shore, MI$3,178/mo$3,592/mo-11.5%
Michigan$2,673/mo$2,607/mo+2.5%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Bay Shore, MI
2024 average cost:$3,178/mo
2023 average cost:$3,592/mo
Percent change:-11.5%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,673/mo
2023 average cost:$2,607/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Bay Shore

Recent reviews for independent living in Bay Shore

The Residences at Harbor Watch in Petoskey, MI

4.0
This is a nice community, and my mother in law is doing very well here. They are caring for her and her needs very well. It is a great place with kind people. A place for mom was very helpful during this process. Gail my SLA was amazing and I'am really thankful for her help.

American House Petoskey Senior Living

3.8
American House ended up not being the ideal placement for my client. He often complained about unresponsive staff and attitude of staff. He ended up being transferred to a skilled nursing facility, had multiple admissions to the hospital, and ended up passing away just before Christmas. This ...
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The Brook of Boyne City

4.9
I was extremely nervous about moving my parent into the Boyne City facility from reading the reviews. My Mother has been there for three months now and absolutely loves it!!! They are under new management and are fully staffed with staff that's extremely caring and passionate about caregiving!! ...
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Bay Shore independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bay Shore independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bay Shore, 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 Bay Shore 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 Bay Shore partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bay Shore, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Bay Shore 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 Bay Shore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bay Shore, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bay Shore 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 Bay Shore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bay Shore, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 8 independent living facilities near Bay Shore, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Bay Shore, Michigan is Independence Village of Petoskey. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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