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Photo of Parkcliffe Community at Northwood
1010 Photos available
8.9
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30 reviews
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The personalized care that my mother-in-law has received has been top notch. The workers are kind, caring, and attentive. They have taken my mother-in-law and other residents on day trips, which she has...
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.
Parkcliffe Memory Care Community: Bringing Life to Each DayAt Parkcliffe, we are committed to maintaining your loved one’s sense of independence and unique life history. Using their expertise, patience, and compassion, our dedicated staff helps individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease to...
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Photo of American House Carpenter Senior Living
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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47 reviews
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overall fairly nice. [name removed] was very helpful. currently remodeling. people are pretty friendly. the care services could up the regular care somewhat. staff is friendly. Need a few more though. the...
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.
Bringing American House quality and value to Washtenaw county near the crossroads of U.S. 23 and I-94, American House Carpenter is ideally situated near family friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline, Superior Township, and Pittsfield Township....
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44 Photos available
8.7
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5 reviews
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The nursing staff is very good. They know if something is off with my mom and call me right away. Her medications are given as ordered by the doctor which is great because mom would forget to take them all...
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.
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Photo of CedarWoods Assisted Living
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8.6
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8.6
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What we like the most about the community are the daily activities they have going on for the residents. The community is also clean and a peaceful environment. We would recommend CedarWoods Assisted Living...
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.
Cedar Woods is an assisted living community that specializes in 24 hour care for seniors requiring assistance with medical/physical and/or dementia care. We provide a locked and secured community for the safety of our residents. We have a secured/enclosed courtyard for all residents to enjoy the...
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Photo of Linden Square Assisted Living Center
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13 reviews
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I felt that over all my experience with Linden Square was a good one. The price was decent and every time I went to visit my grandmother she was clean and in good spirits. The facility was nice and helpful....
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.
Linden Square, a Heritage Senior Community, is an MDHHS-licensed assisted living center in Saline, Michigan. We employ expert staff to provide high-quality living to our residents, including services such as daily meals, laundry, housekeeping, and more, depending on individual needs. Our caring...
Photo of Ohio Living Swan Creek
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8.6
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The grounds here are beautiful and there is a wooden walkway down toward Swan Creek that is wonderful for people to walk on where they may see deer, turkeys and other wildlife and there is also a large deck...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Swan Creek Retirement Village is a retirement living community located in the populous town of Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio. Our lovely community is located nearby beautiful Swan Creek. Toledo is a wonderful place to live, being known as the water capital of the midwest. It is a great place to call...
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8.6
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Cost is a good bargain, staff attentive, staff arrives quickly when called using their emergency necklace. They are very strict on meds, and track issues like diabetes.
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.
***As of 9/14/2021, 100% of our staff and residents are fully vaccinated!***Masonville Place, our lively senior living community in Coldwater, Michigan sits in a residential neighborhood just two blocks south of Coldwater Little League Park. Coldwater is known for its many lakes and recreational...
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The staff are really nice and friendly, the know each of the residents. The facility is welcoming. It is clean and not crowded. It does not look like a clinical facility more like an apartment/home. There...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Photo of Countryside Grand
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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6 reviews
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Luckily the Grand had an opening at the time and was around $[fee removed] a month cheaper than another facility based on how they charge for the additional spouse. We have since moved my mother to another...
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.
Countryside Retirement Community offers quality retirement living to suit needs emotionally, socially, financially and physically. Our campus has been specifically designed and constructed over the past 30 years to offer security and comfort to persons over 50, to seniors over 100 years young....
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8.5
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I've never been to another rehabilitation CNTR (I am now 71) so I was surprised that : 1. My entire stay was paid for 100% by Medicare. VGV is very affordable. The staff is very professional and...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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Photo of Sumpter Senior Living
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We placed a loved one three months ago, and although she herself is having a hard time adjusting it has been a great relief for us to know she is being well taken care of. She’s truly loved by the staff even...
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.
Heart to Home has two facilities that are owned and operated by two Registered Nurses, each with 17 years of experience. Sumpter Senior Living is located on 1.5 acres, directly across the street from the Sumpter Senior Center and Sumpter Police Station. The facility is 4200 sq. ft. with 10...
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Photo of Lockwood of Lyon
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8.4
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18 reviews
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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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Photo of Bickford of Canton
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27 reviews
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Brickford was Absolutely amazing!! 5 on everything!! In the order was important to me....Care Services, Staff, Value, Cleanliness and Overall experience. I couldn't be any happier!! My mother passed with...
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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Photo of Vibrant Life of Temperance
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8.3
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8.3
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Things are clean Residents seem content My moms mood is better She says the food is ok, communication Is just ok. Calm environment Staff is mostly friendly place is very clean Residents look clean and seem...
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.
Vibrant Life Senior Living is a privately owned and operated assisted living and memory care community located in Temperance, Michigan just 1 mile north of Toledo, Ohio. It is our goal at Vibrant Life to provide outstanding care services to our residents and, in doing so, contribute to the...
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Photo of St Joseph Village
1212 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.2
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This is a great facility! The staff are all extremely caring and compassionate. They have lots of options of apartment and amenities offered.
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 that will keep you or your loved one in an active and engaging environment. We have a very integrated approach to continuing care by offering both independent and assisted living. St. Joseph Village is well known in the community and has been...
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Photo of Elderly Solutions
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Staff is caring, nice that hospice is available. Upkeep outside of house could be improved family environment and caring staff and hospice services really help in a difficult time, nice location, nice house,...
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.
Elderly Solutions Elderly Solutions is located in Monroe, MI in Monroe County. This residential care home gives you the peace of mind that you are seeking in an area that provides much to do and see. Those who spend time in Monroe appreciate the attractions available in the city, including...
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Photo of Maumee Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Everything is made fresh! A little on the pricey side, but the Apartments, Personal Care, Aides, Nurses, Chef and management of the facility are wonderful ! We are very happy with our choice for our mom And...
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.
Introducing Maumee Pointe, where our beautiful community becomes the backdrop to your new life and your fresh start. Be proud to call our community home with its well-designed, updated apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining, enriching activity offerings, and beautiful...
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Photo of Cambrian Assisted Living and Memory Care Tecumseh
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I thought the entire staff seemed truly engaged with the welfare of their residents. Everyone I dealt with was kind, courteous and respectful. A wonderful group of people to interact with.
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.
Cambrian Assisted Living & Memory Care is a local, family-owned business whose owners are hands-on and committed to insuring that exceptional care is their top priority. Owners Gareth and Denise Zebley have worked hard to provide a comfortable, caring and secure environment, giving residents...
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Photo of Chelsea Retirement Community
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We needed more care and we got a bed at Chelsea. She has been here since March in the memory care unit and we are very happy! They take great care of her here:) 5 on all categories! We are soooo thankful we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Chelsea Retirement Community, the flagship community of United Methodist Retirement Communities (UMRC), has been recognized as one of the finest senior living communities in Chelsea and southeastern Michigan since its faithful founding in 1906. You’ll feel the benefits of that legacy the moment...
Photo of Aviva Glendale Assisted Living
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My loved one is currently a resident at Aviva Glendale Assisted Living and the experience has been great so far. The move in process went smoothly. The staff is great. My loved one likes the food. Based on...
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.
AVIVA Glendale is located in a wonderful spot in Toledo, Ohio, at the western tip of Lake Erie. Home to residents that value their independence, but may just need extra help around the house. AVIVA Glendale is an assisted living community and offers respite care. Our community is a place where...
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Photo of Balfour Ann Arbor
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1616 Floor plans available
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It is exceptional! Not a "value" place but exceptional care for the price! I like that my mom is content, more self sufficient in many ways, mentally more than anything. She feels respected and knows her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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 first Balfour community outside of Colorado, located in Ann Arbor down the street from the campus.
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When it comes to the friendliness of the staff some of them are great, and others are just ok. With the meals there is little variety, and there are very few activities but our loved one wouldn't join in...
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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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The staff is extremely nice and caring. There are certain ones that go above and beyond with my MIL. She only allows one of them to help fix her hair. They have all been helpful and accommodating as issues...
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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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I will give each category a five ?? excellent care , cleanliness, staff friendliness, quality of care, management, food, value for the money. Absolutely 100 percent recommend this community to other...
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.
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Photo of Island City Assisted Living
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She wasn't there for very long. I know she would have enjoyed it lots had she been there longer. We were very happy with the choice to have her there. Mom didn't participate in the extra activities. She...
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.
Island City Assisted Living is located in Eaton Rapids, a small city in the south central part of Michigan full of historic sites. The place is set in an attractive location next to a river, the bridge leading across which is as striking as the building itself. Services and activities are...

Cost of independent living in Clayton, MI

The average cost of senior living in Clayton is $3,543 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, MI with an average of $2,818 per month.

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

Clayton, MI
$3,543/mo
$3,468/mo

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

Clayton, MI
$3,543/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,529/mo
Independent Living
$3,543/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,464/mo
Studio
$4,960/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,601/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,055/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,753/mo

Senior living costs in Clayton 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: Clayton, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClayton, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,543/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,242/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,529/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Clayton, MI:$3,543/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Clayton, MI:$4,242/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Clayton, MI:$4,529/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Clayton, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clayton 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
Clayton, MI$2,867/mo$3,054/mo-6.1%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Clayton, MI
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$3,054/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Clayton

Recent reviews for independent living in Clayton

Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH

3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of activities for residents. Residents at various communities, including The Waterford at Levis Commons, StoryPoint Saline, and StoryPoint Saline, enjoy a wide range of activities that cater to various interests. These include bingo, music events, art classes, and exercise classes.
Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of staff members at communities, such as Brookdale Adrian, Genesis Village, and StoryPoint Saline. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've formed with caregivers.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Many residents speak highly of the cleanliness and comfort of their private living spaces at communities like Brookdale Adrian, Genesis Village, and The Waterford at Levis Commons. Some apartments feature kitchenettes, bathroom modifications for accessibility, and updated furniture.
Resident-friendly dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the dining experiences at communities stand out as a major factor in overall satisfaction. At Genesis Village, The Waterford at Levis Commons, and Brookdale Adrian, residents appreciate the quality of meals and accommodations for dietary restrictions.
Secure and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and exterior spaces at communities, such as The Waterford at Levis Commons, Holiday Alexis Gardens, and Brookhaven Manor. Safety measures are also noted, like secured entrances and frequent maintenance checks.
Supportive and communicative community management. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with community managers and staff at various communities, like Genesis Village, Brookdale Adrian, and Kingston Residence of Perrysburg. Regular meetings and updates help keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met.
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Clayton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clayton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clayton, 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 Clayton 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 Clayton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clayton, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Clayton 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 Clayton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clayton, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clayton 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 Clayton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clayton, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.9%
47%
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