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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cheboygan County, MI

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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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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
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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.
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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Everything is going just fine so far. Though my loved one is facing a few health complications, the staff do what they can to cater to her needs and requests and make her feel comfortable. The meals are also...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Brook of Cheboygan is an assisted living community in pleasant Cheboygan, Michigan. Conveniently located close to plenty of stores and restaurants, the residence's prime Northern Michigan location means residents can enjoy all-four seasons in a family-orientated tourist destination. Residents...
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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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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: 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: 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.
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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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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.
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Cost of independent living in Cheboygan County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Cheboygan County is $3,231 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include De Tour Village, MI with an average of $2,403 per month.

Independent living costs in Cheboygan County, MI, vs. nearby counties

Cheboygan County, MI
$3,231/mo
$3,620/mo
$3,453/mo

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

Cheboygan County, MI
$3,231/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Cheboygan County, MI, vs. other senior living options

$3,313/mo
Independent Living
$3,231/mo

Independent living costs in Cheboygan County, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,120/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,400/mo

Senior living costs in Cheboygan County 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: Cheboygan County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCheboygan County, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,231/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,313/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,313/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Cheboygan County, MI:$3,231/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Cheboygan County, MI:$3,313/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Cheboygan County, MI:$3,313/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Cheboygan County, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cheboygan County 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
Cheboygan County, MI$3,311/mo$3,592/mo-7.8%
Michigan$2,673/mo$2,607/mo+2.5%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Cheboygan County, MI
2024 average cost:$3,311/mo
2023 average cost:$3,592/mo
Percent change:-7.8%
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 Cheboygan County

Recent reviews for independent living in Cheboygan County

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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Independence Village of Petoskey

5.0
Friendly atmosphere, very clean, good food, nice outside grounds, convenient location, huge schedule of events for all of the tenants. They also have a great shuttle service that is included in the monthly fee. Also, In-house Salon, Church, Dr. Office. Weekly laundry service and bi-weekly room ...
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Cheboygan County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cheboygan County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cheboygan County, 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 Cheboygan County 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 Cheboygan County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cheboygan County, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cheboygan County 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 Cheboygan County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cheboygan County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cheboygan County 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 Cheboygan County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cheboygan County, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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