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The staff and residents are friendly and the community is very clean. I wouldn't change anything because the community is fine the way it is. I am pleased with Riverwalk Meadows and I would recommend them.
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.
Riverwalk Meadows is nestled along Bay City’s Veteran’s park offering spectacular views of both the park and river. Designed with seniors in mind we are conveniently located just 2 blocks from Riverside Senior Center and are also close to shopping and medical facilities.Heat, water, sewer and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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I am very happy with the care for my mom in this nice community. We are happy to see that she likes the staff who are always helpful and kind. The community is clean and maintained at all times. The menu is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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I have placed my severly mentally, blind, disabled cousin with Heavenly Homestead. He has been there for almost 5 years and I could not be happier with the care that he receives. I live about an hour and a...
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.
Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care - SouthThe Heavenly Homestead Adult Foster Care – South is an assisted living community located in historic Gladwin, MI. This area is situated along the banks of the Cedar River. The beautiful landscape that is offered in Gladwin, MI is one of its major draws....
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.
Ivy Terrace Senior ResidenceIvy Terrace is a senior housing community located in the heart of the beautiful city of Midlands, Midland County, MI. Our location is set to give our residents a life full of convenience due to our proximity to shopping areas, worship houses, Midland hospital, and...
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Very nice and homey. Great staff, very caring and patient. Works well will resident and family to keep resident happy and safe. Highly recommend!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Providing all the comforts of home is one of the goals of The Horizon Senior Living in Michigan. With five facilities statewide, we pride ourselves on providing your loved one with the assistance needed to live as dignified and self-sufficient life as possible. As a family-owned and operated...
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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.
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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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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.
Caro Alpine South are senior apartments located in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan, roughly fifteen miles from Lake Huron. Bracketed on the west by miles of farmland and on the east by the small city of Caro, residents enjoy a quiet, pollution free locale with beautiful clear skies day and night....
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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.
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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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Everything seems to be going well so far at The Brook of Gladwin, I'd give them high marks across the board. It's a nice looking, clean place, and the staff are friendly and professional. They're taking...
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.
The Brook of Gladwin is a state-of-the-art and affordable assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Gladwin, Michigan. This beautiful town is located in central Michigan and offers the benefits of big-town living with medical amenities and shopping nearby. Our comfortable home...
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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.
Are you looking for a place to bring your loved one and leave with a mind free from worry? Well look no further. Rendon’s Young At Heart A.F.C. is dedicated to providing an environment where your loved one is catered to with dignity and respect. It is our desire to offer top quality care and...
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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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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The Apartments of AuSable Valley CommunityThe Apartments of AuSable Valley is a senior housing community located in picturesque Fairview, Oscoda County, MI. Our community is nestled in a small neighborhood, with easy access to a small walking path directly to the lovely greenery of Township Park,...

Cost of independent living in Delano, MI

The average cost of senior living in Delano is $3,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rose City, MI with an average of $2,171 per month.

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

Delano, MI
$3,442/mo
$3,496/mo
$3,407/mo

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

Delano, MI
$3,442/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,037/mo
Independent Living
$3,442/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,021/mo
Studio
$4,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,499/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,910/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,685/mo

Senior living costs in Delano 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: Delano, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelano, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,442/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,919/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,037/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Delano, MI:$3,442/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Delano, MI:$3,919/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Delano, MI:$4,037/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Delano, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Delano 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Delano, MI$3,565/mo$2,830/mo+26.0%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Delano, MI
2024 average cost:$3,565/mo
2023 average cost:$2,830/mo
Percent change:+26.0%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Delano

Recent reviews for independent living in Delano

Bavarian Comfort Care in Bridgeport, MI

4.8
Bavarian was very welcoming when my family came to the community. Everyone made sure they say hi to use and checked to see if we needed anything. My grandmother loves to play bingo and the NASA astronaut visit via zoom was so cool.

Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
Big facility with lots to do from the look of it. Happy to see that the activities director is active on a daily basis with all the residents and the food smelled great during my visit. Housekeepers and staff greeted me with a smile.

Woodhaven Senior Living at Bay City

5.0
I was very happy that we fond this community. The girl that runs it is very awesome. they have activities like bingo, movie night and made popcorn, rumicube and more for the residents to do to stay busy and active in the community. The staff were amazing and went out of their way especially the ...
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Delano independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delano independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delano, 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 Delano 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 Delano partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delano, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Delano 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 Delano communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delano, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delano 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 Delano offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delano, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
21.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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47%
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Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland are the top-rated independent living facilities near Delano, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 98 independent living facilities near Delano, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Delano, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Independence Village of Midland. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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