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Staff is very kind to the residents. They have nice rooms with private bathrooms. There is also a nice outdoor courtyard. I would definitely recommend Olive Branch to others looking.
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.
Olive Branch Senior Assisted Living is located in beautiful Northridge CA. We are well known and trusted for providing outstanding service to our residents. We offer a very calm and positive enviroment. We are located in a very safe and quiet neighborhood so you will feel comfortable from the...
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33 Floor plans available
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[name removed], the director, is awesome with the residents! Has great sense of humor, truly care about the residents, makes sure everyone feels included. Activities Director (so sorry I forget her name!)...
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.
Discover personal freedom and spacious apartments at Independence Village of East Lansing, offering exceptional Independent Living services in East Lansing, Michigan. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may...
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2323 Floor plans available
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The activities director is above and beyond great! The head chef tries hard to keep in mind the nutritional needs of seniors. The financial lady is very good but the sales lady makes promises that do not...
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.
The Marquette provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled on beautifully landscaped grounds next to a protected wetland, you'll love the secluded elegance of our facilities and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from malls,...
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Care is Ala Carte through ReadyCare. My mother likes the food but some do complain. There are a lot of activities. My mother has to be selective because of her vision. Yes we would recommend the community 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.
American House Meridian is set to open in January of 2024! Our newest Independent Living community, American House Meridian, offers a vibrant lifestyle in a warm and welcoming environment. An appealing modern architectural style features clean lines and distinctive details throughout, including...
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Any questions or concerns that I had were answered/addressed quickly. There are a couple of nice outdoor areas where residents can enjoy the nice weather.
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.
Our community, located in Haslett, Mich., about 20 minutes from Lansing, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals and fun outings. Haslett offers the warmth...
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The staff are wonderful women who truly care. As far as the activities go, I think they need more staff that are creative to plan things.
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.
New Life Assisted Living Centers are located at two locations in DeWitt and Haslett, Mich. The modernized senior care facilities offer personalized care with fewer than 17 residents in each location. The traditional homes were converted to permit fully furnished bedrooms designed specifically for...
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The staff is great but the management company has changed a few things. They started some activities up. It's a very nice place to be. I would recommend this community to others. The community is neat...
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.
Marsh Pointe is mid-Michigan's leading location for adults 55 and better! Residents enjoy easy living in our one or two bedroom apartments with private patios or balconies. Each apartment is fully equipped with appliances including a microwave, washer and dryer in the apartment, central...
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I love this place. It's secure. Very quiet. You rarely hear the neighbors. Most times I don't run into anyone in the halls. I've seen places that aren't clean and this one is very clean. They address...
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.
Hawk's Ridge Senior is a brand new community located in Bath, at the I-69 and Webster Road exit! We feature spacious 2 bedroom apartment homes for persons age 55 and older. With a gorgeous view of Park Lake or the adjoining woods, we offer the comforts of the country, while still being close to...
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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.
Okemos Michigan is nestled in the heart of Meridian Township; a community known for its abundance of natural beauty, vibrant downtown districts, and quiet, safe, friendly neighborhoods. At the Willows at Okemos, residents can choose from a variety of ways to enjoy their days. Those who are...
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: 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
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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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.
Benson Hills Apartments is an affordable senior housing apartment complex located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Haslett, Ingham County, MI. Benson Hills Apartments is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospital and medical facilities, restaurants, parks, coffee shops, and more....
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
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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.
Riverwind senior assisted care facility provides the peace of mind that comes from knowing that well-trained, compassionate staff are available around the clock to provide the level of assistance that is required. Our goal is to allow aging adults to continue living the lifestyle that they prefer...
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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.
Welcome to Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village!Discover a senior living community where relationships are central, and team members work to anticipate your loved one's needs. When your loved one joins Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village, you’ll find individual neighborhoods with a smaller group of...
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Cost of independent living in Forest Green Estates, MI

The average cost of senior living in Forest Green Estates is $3,339 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mason, MI with an average of $2,956 per month.

Independent living costs in Forest Green Estates, MI, vs. nearby cities

Forest Green Estates, MI
$3,339/mo
$3,878/mo
$3,857/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Green Estates, MI, vs. state and national averages

Forest Green Estates, MI
$3,339/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Green Estates, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,389/mo
Independent Living
$3,339/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Green Estates, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,268/mo
Studio
$4,872/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,047/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,825/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Green Estates 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: Forest Green Estates, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Green Estates, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,339/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,045/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,389/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Forest Green Estates, MI:$3,339/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Green Estates, MI:$4,045/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Forest Green Estates, MI:$4,389/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Forest Green Estates, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Forest Green Estates 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
Forest Green Estates, MI$2,724/mo$2,799/mo-2.7%
Michigan$2,690/mo$2,649/mo+1.5%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Forest Green Estates, MI
2024 average cost:$2,724/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:-2.7%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,690/mo
2023 average cost:$2,649/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Forest Green Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest Green Estates

Meadows of Owosso

4.0
My husband's respite stay here went very well, the staff was friendly attentive and they encouraged him to be a part the different amenities that were offered there. His room was very nice and my husband was free to move about the community, there was a nice courtyard and he felt comfortable ...
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Burcham Hills in East Lansing, MI

4.3
Like a lot of facilities, Burcham Hills had some trouble with their staffing levels. However one of the best things about this community was our loved ones room - it was wonderful with really big windows that brought in a lot of natural light. It was very enjoyable to be in as well as visit.

Bickford of Okemos

4.5
Very friendly staff who cares about relative as if they are their own. I don't know about food other than Dad complained about it. I think add seasoning. I would recommend them to others looking.

Forest Green Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Green Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Green Estates, 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 Forest Green Estates 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 Forest Green Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Green Estates, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Green Estates 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 Forest Green Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Green Estates, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Green Estates 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 Forest Green Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Green Estates, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
47%
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