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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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117 reviews
9.9
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117 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
24%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
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1%
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My mom has been a resident at Brookdale for three wonderful years and I cannot recommend them highly enough. The food is great I've eaten with her multiple times. The staff is truly excellent. For family...
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.
Put more life in your senior living. The senior life here is built on two things: interesting things to do, and interesting people to do them with. As one of the premier independent living communities in the heart of beautiful Brighton, Michigan, we offer our fantastic residents a fantastic...
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2525 Photos available
9.7
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342 reviews
9.7
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342 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
25%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
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1%
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Independence village on scale from 1-5+ is better than 5. It is the best senior living place, the experience has been very positive. Food is good breakfast, lunch and dinner. Activities are available every...
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our independent living and enhanced living services allow residents to maintain their independence while providing a nurturing and enjoyable environment. We know it’s the little things in life that make a difference, so we work so hard to make each moment in our...
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77 Photos available
8.4
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34 reviews
8.4
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34 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
21%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
18%
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5. My mother-in-law didn't want to be there when we decided that's where she should be with her situation. She is now happy to be there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brighton Comfort Care Assisted Living and Memory Care is a senior assisted living community. With a passion for care and hospitality, the staff here dedicates time to assisting and spending time with residents. At this upscale and all-inclusive community, residents here can relax, feel at home,...
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1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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41 reviews
9.8
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41 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
5%
3 star
2%
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2%
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Staff are kind, polite, and helpful. They will help you find items that you need or suggest services that you might be interested in. It has a family atmosphere.
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.
Oakhaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 55 years and older.As a resident of Oakhaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment.Our Activities Coordinator has a wide variety of activities planned, including shopping,...
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9.6
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22 reviews
9.6
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22 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
36%
3 star
0%
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0%
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I couldn't have asked for better care for my Grandma! Everyone was lovely and made my Grandma feel comfortable and taken care of.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Discover the perfect blend of comfort and care at Serene Gardens of Grand Hartland. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers all-inclusive pricing, ensuring peace of mind for families. With a focus on individualized care, our dedicated team provides tailored support for each...
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1010 Photos available
9.2
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25 reviews
9.2
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25 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
36%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
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4%
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The whole experience with Village Manor, Howell was outstanding. The sales process was friendly, there were no surprises, the facility is clean and doesn't have that nursing home smell. The food was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Our beautiful two story building offers spacious studio, one or two bedroom apartment homes, each with living, dining and full kitchen areas, private bath, generous closet and storage space.  Barrier free and courtyard apartments are available, as well as apartments with patios and...
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2222 Photos available
8.4
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18 reviews
8.4
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18 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
28%
3 star
22%
2 star
6%
1 star
11%
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My mom is very happy there. Likes the outings, [name removed] at the front desk is wonderful, food is ok, and people are very nice. Facility is well kept and having the shuttle, hair stylist, and chair yoga...
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.
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2525 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
5 star
78%
4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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Woodland Village is a pace to live in the golden years. The staff is very Friendly, and will go out of there way please you. Woodland has a whole lot of activities . For all the people. The food is very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Enjoy a beautiful well appointed residential setting, where personal care and assistance are always nearby. By offering independent living services for active lifestyle in addition to our assisted living program, we respond to the changing needs of senior as they age. Sanctuary at Woodland is...
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1616 Photos available
6.3
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9 reviews
6.3
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9 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
33%
3 star
22%
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0%
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My mother was in another facility and we decided to move her here due to some concerns. We’ve been very happy so far. The staff is great! The layout of the facility gives a feeling of a home versus an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Courtyard Manor of HowellWhere you can minimize moves and age in place in a homelike setting. To provide a lifestyle that enhances the quality of life for each person. To create a secure living environment that encourages, enriches, and fulfills our residents lives.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Every imaginable option is here.  At Abbey Park at Mill River, its your choice!Rental retirement living in our brand-new community in Lyon Township includes housekeeping and linen service, daily continental breakfast, lunch and much, much more:A vibrant, active lifestyle offering a full...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Brighton, MI

The average cost of senior living in Brighton is $4,848 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stockbridge, MI with an average of $3,395 per month.

Independent living costs in Brighton, MI, vs. nearby cities

Brighton, MI
$4,848/mo
$4,330/mo

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

Brighton, MI
$4,848/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Brighton, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,807/mo
Independent Living
$4,848/mo

Independent living costs in Brighton, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,800/mo
Studio
$4,285/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,652/mo

Senior living costs in Brighton 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: Brighton, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrighton, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,848/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,773/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,807/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Brighton, MI:$4,848/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Brighton, MI:$4,773/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Brighton, MI:$5,807/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Brighton, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Brighton 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 Brighton, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brighton 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
Brighton, MI$3,234/mo$3,085/mo+4.8%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Brighton, MI
2024 average cost:$3,234/mo
2023 average cost:$3,085/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Brighton

Recent reviews for independent living in Brighton

Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior ...
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Brighton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brighton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brighton, 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 Brighton 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 Brighton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brighton, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Brighton 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 Brighton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brighton, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brighton 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 Brighton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brighton, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
63.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
47%
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