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The facility feels "homey." The staff is always willing to help with anything you need. I feel that some of the things that can be improved upon are due to lack of staff on some shifts. For instance, if...
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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They have had changes with the staff recently, and I have seen good improvements. The staff is very friendly, it's very clean, and the meals are good. It does not matter when you visit as it is always the...
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.
Tawas Village is nestled on 20 acres bordered with pine trees. It is located just blocks from downtown and near Tawas Lake. Local wildlife often is seen on our property such as deer, fox, wild turkeys and various birds.Our cement walk way surrounds our building and allows our residents to enjoy...
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My dad loves living here. The staff has been wonderful, anything you ask them to do they are more than willing to do. My sister and I went to eat with him and the food was amazing. I do think they should do...
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.
Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas Harbor Independent Living is located in East Tawas, Michigan, which is a historic town that has a lot to offer. From the timeless buildings and unique businesses to the breathtaking view of Tawas Bay and beaches, you will be proud to call East Tawas 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.
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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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: 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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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: 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
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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, 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.
Turning Brook is located in Alpena, Michigan. We offer retirement living at its finest. Our goal is to provide retirees with a comfortable home where they can have on-site help, but they are able to keep their independence. The ôTown Squareö is the walkway between apartments. The walkway has...
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: 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.
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,...
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.
Hillman's Haven is and Assisted Living Facility located in beautiful downtown Hillman. Our facility is an Adult Foster Care Facility licensed by the State of Michigan. Hillman's Haven was built in 2004 by Charles (Chas) & Carol Otto. There are 20 private apartments with private bathroom (with...
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, 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.
For families that live in the West Michigan area and need a superior care situation for aging parents, the assisted living Horizon Senior Living III is one to investigate. This facility features home-like settings for your elderly beloved to enjoy. It can seem to them just like they are living...
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.

Cost of independent living in Gustin, MI

The average cost of senior living in Gustin is $3,150 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rose City, MI with an average of $2,171 per month.

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

Gustin, MI
$3,150/mo
$3,257/mo

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

Gustin, MI
$3,150/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,713/mo
Independent Living
$3,150/mo

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

Studio
$4,540/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,200/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,350/mo

Senior living costs in Gustin 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: Gustin, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGustin, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,150/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,567/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,713/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gustin, MI:$3,150/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Gustin, MI:$3,567/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gustin, MI:$3,713/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Gustin

Recent reviews for independent living in Gustin

Oscoda Fields

4.9
All of the employees are kind, caring, and seem to be knowledgeable in their field! My in-laws have been very happy residing there, and they were very kind to them both after my mother-in-law passed away recently.

Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas

4.7
My dad loves living here. The staff has been wonderful, anything you ask them to do they are more than willing to do. My sister and I went to eat with him and the food was amazing. I do think they should do activities with the residents. I would absolutely recommend Harbor to others looking. ...
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Gustin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gustin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gustin, 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 Gustin 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 Gustin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gustin, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Gustin 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 Gustin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gustin, MINational
Room service
Room service
5.6%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gustin 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 Gustin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gustin, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
5.6%
45.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
47.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
5.6%
47%
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Oscoda Fields, Tawas Village Retirement Living Center and Harbor Independent Living of East Tawas are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gustin, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 23 independent living facilities near Gustin, Michigan. See the full list.

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