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Our loved ones eat their own self cooked meals. The mass made meals are high carbohydrates and don't match their eating preferences. They participate in activities here and there, but have found other ways...
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.
Swanhaven Manor is an Award-Winning Independent Retirement Community that offers a wide variety of activities and options. Swanhaven Manor was voted Best Overall Star Senior Community in 2006, Best of the Best Senior Living Community in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2024. Winner of Thomas...
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BayField has been beyond my expectations. The staff have been amazing, starting with the Executive Director [name removed] , her fellow leaders, all the way down to the care staff and housekeepers....
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 Bayfield, a Leisure Living Community in Bay City, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...
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My mom moved in not too long ago and as a family emotions ran high. The staff has lifted a weight off our shoulders and welcomed all us with open arms. The food, staff, and cleanliness is outstanding. We are...
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.
Nestled within one of Michigan’s most sought after relaxation spots, Independence Village of Frankenmuth is a community within a community. With Independent and Enhanced Living accommodations, enjoy all the comforts of independence with the benefit of additional care services. Residents can...
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I made one call in the morning to A Place for Mom and by early afternoon the same day we had an appointment at Independent Village on McCarty Rd. One introduction meeting and a look at the facilities and...
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.
Wescourt provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in the charming community of Saginaw, you'll love the elegance of our facilities and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, dining,...
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The staff was very caring. My dad loved the space he was allowed to roam around the house-like setting. It's very different from other memory care places that are just a single hallway
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.
Give New Meaning to Living WellYou can have it all: resort-style living, a lovely, spacious apartment, and Assisted Living care that values your individual needs. Our community in Saginaw, Michigan offers all the amenities of home and then some, including flower-lined walking paths, an on-site...
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My wife is in the memory care unit at Shields Comfort Care and I am beyond appreciative of the care she receives there. I never have to worry if she is ok. She loves the food and especially loves the...
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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The small size of this assisted living gives it such a cozy and safe feeling for my mother. We toured many other communities, but the quaint feeling of this center has proven to be the right choice. The...
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.
Symphony Tri-Cities Assisted Living Your Door to A New BeginningThe Leighton House Assisted Living Inns are designed for guests who desire some help to make daily life easier. Care plans are individualized for the needs of each guest. The philosophy is to allow people to continue to have private...
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My father receives physical, speech and occupational therapy each week in house. The therapist are wonderful. The facility is newly renovated and very clean. Additional services offered make all the...
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.
Bavarian Comfort Care is an assisted living community in peaceful Bridgeport, Saginaw County, Michigan. Bridgeport is a small unincorporated community located right outside of Saginaw. The area offers quick access to Interstate 75 and Highway 46. Bavarian Comfort Care is located at the corner...
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My mother in law got a one bedroom here. Beautiful place, nice staff. Something she and her family was the 30 day period at move in where they had to manage her medications, even though she was doing it for...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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What we like the most about Traditions of Saginaw is the location, size of apartment, friendliness of staff, laundry and housekeeping, and especially the food service
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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I have nothing but good things to say about Edgewood. Everyone, from the kitchen staff to the director treated my husband and me like family. They had meaningful activities. Someone was always available...
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.
Edgewood Assisted Living Center offers a variety of gracious living spaces and outstanding amenities. Customized services offers you or your loved one the care that matches their needs. You will find sun-filled rooms with gracious living spaces along with the level of care you need. Whether you...
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My husband mother after her fall a year ago was doing well until she fell again and was very confused. Found out she has progressive Dementia and was going to need more help than my husband & I could do. My...
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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bliss Park Senior Apartments is a senior housing community located in Saginaw, MI. Saginaw, which is the seat of Saginaw County, is a small city that features a broad range of unique attractions. Visitors and residents of the area have the opportunity to explore its French-style castle that...
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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: 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.
At Serenity Springs we aspire to deliver the best in quality, care and convenience. Our assisted living and memory care facility is a community that strives to offer residents a feeling of home, comfort and independence. We offer a wide range of amenities, which include, but are not limited to...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
"IT'S TIME TO THINK ABOUT US" Spring in the air at South Colony and what a great time to make a move. For the first time in many years we have INSTANT availability and INSTANT Pre- Approval. South Colony is an award winning community with beautiful views and plenty of windows to allow the...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Saginaw, MI

The average cost of senior living in Saginaw is $3,439 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millington, MI with an average of $2,773 per month.

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

Saginaw, MI
$3,439/mo
$3,451/mo

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

Saginaw, MI
$3,439/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,298/mo
Independent Living
$3,439/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,550/mo
Studio
$4,331/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,032/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,477/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,046/mo

Senior living costs in Saginaw 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: Saginaw, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSaginaw, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,439/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,187/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,298/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Saginaw, MI:$3,439/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Saginaw, MI:$4,187/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Saginaw, MI:$4,298/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Saginaw, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Saginaw 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
Saginaw, MI$1,897/mo$1,967/mo-3.6%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Saginaw, MI
2024 average cost:$1,897/mo
2023 average cost:$1,967/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Saginaw

Recent reviews for independent living in Saginaw

Living Waters Buell Lake in Clio, MI

5.0
They are very helpful with everything and have a kind and professional attitude always concerned about their residents Never used any other community so can't compare but would definitely use Living Waters.

Birch Run Fields Assisted Living

5.0
Birch Run Fields has been a wonderful choice for our loved one. The staff is incredibly compassionate and professional, providing outstanding personalized care. The facility is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with plenty of engaging activities for residents. The meals are delicious. ...
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Cranberry Park of Clio Assisted Living

4.7
The staff at Cranberry Park are very friendly and we are satisfied with the care that they are providing Mom. The community is well kept and very clean throughout. They offer a variety of activities for Mom to choose from and enjoy. They offer a good range of meal choices and the food is very ...
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Saginaw independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saginaw independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saginaw, 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 Saginaw 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 Saginaw partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saginaw, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Saginaw 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 Saginaw communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saginaw, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saginaw 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 Saginaw offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saginaw, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
52.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
47%
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Swanhaven Manor, Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Holiday Winter Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Saginaw, Michigan. See full list of communities.

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

The best independent living facilities near you in Saginaw, Michigan are Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Midland and Holiday Winter Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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