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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Rusk, MI

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The staff is friendly, well trained and take time to learn the family's names, my moms name and things about her. I have even received calls from staff if they are concerned about anything! The facility is...
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.
At Riley’s Grove, a Leisure Living Community in Zeeland, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Our community provides each resident with open, comfortable spaces that encourage everyone to fully enjoy each day. Our...
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What we like the most about the community is the newer build, the nice units, the friendly residents and all of the activities they have to offer. Yes, we would 100% recommend Quincy Place Senior Living to...
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.
Quincy Place Senior Living - A Traditions Community, offers well-appointed Independent Living, as well as thoughtful, expert, Assisted Living and Memory Care, designed to encourage independence, dignity and well-being.Located just six miles from historic downtown Holland and the waterfront,...
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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: 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.
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.
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.
Sheldon Meadows Living Center is located in Grand Haven, which is only minutes away from both Holland and Grand Rapids, Michigan. We pride ourselves on making sure that each resident is able to live in a environment where they feel safe and can call home. We firmly believe that we establish the...
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Cost of independent living in Rusk, MI

The average cost of senior living in Rusk is $3,518 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Muskegon, MI with an average of $2,394 per month.

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

Rusk, MI
$3,518/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,730/mo
Independent Living
$3,518/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,761/mo
Studio
$2,245/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,572/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,520/mo

Senior living costs in Rusk 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: Rusk, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRusk, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,518/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,493/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,730/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Rusk, MI:$3,518/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Rusk, MI:$5,493/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Rusk, MI:$6,730/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Rusk, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rusk 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 average 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
Rusk, MI$3,062/mo$3,053/mo+0.3%
Michigan$2,821/mo$2,761/mo+2.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Rusk, MI
2024 average cost:$3,062/mo
2023 average cost:$3,053/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,821/mo
2023 average cost:$2,761/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Rusk

Recent reviews for independent living in Rusk

Villa Maria in Grand Rapids, MI

5.0
They're doing an excellent job at Villa Maria, we'd give them top marks across the board! Everything they do here they do well! The facility itself is clean and well kept, the staff are all very friendly, they have plenty of activities, and the food is good! This was the first place we toured, ...
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Freedom Village at Holland, a CCRC

4.0
I have no complaints about how things are going for my loved one since she made the move into this community. Every time I have gone to visit I have been pleased with what I have seen and think the staff do a great job maintaining the facility for all of the residents. She seems be comfortable ...
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Care Cardinal of Kentwood

5.0
I am very pleased with the care at Care Cardinal. Their staff has been very supporrtive and goes above and beyond for the care of my mother.

Rusk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rusk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rusk, 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 Rusk 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 Rusk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rusk, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
18%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
30.3%
No sugar
No sugar
19.6%
27.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
29.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Rusk 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 Rusk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rusk, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
38.2%
Room service
Room service
31.4%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
15%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rusk 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 Rusk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rusk, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
39.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
25%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.3%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.6%
41.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
47.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
37.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.7%
41.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
41.1%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
35%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
40.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Riley's Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care, Quincy Place Senior Living and Stonebridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rusk, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Rusk, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rusk, Michigan are Cascade Trails Senior Living, StoryPoint Rockford and Samaritas Senior Living of Grand Rapids. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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