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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Haven Highlands, MI

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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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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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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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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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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Very nice apartment. The folks that live there are wonderful. Sorta like family.. It is a bit noisy coming from the upstairs apartment. I guess that is apartment life.. Even so, it's a very nice place to...
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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.
Emerald Park apartments provide senior housing in a country setting and providing amenities that will keep your days full, and your life style easy. This comfortable senior housing for seniors 55+ is located near Plainwell, Allegan County, Michigan. Community events are part of the daily...
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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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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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We ended up moving my father to Crown Point in Stevensville. More up to date facility, cleaner, level of care seems as good if not a little better, and the facility is 1/2 the cost. They have been very...
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I am doing fine at Hope Woods. Things are going great here. I'm having a good time getting settled in and meeting new people. The staff is excellent. There are more activities than I can handle. They provide...
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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.
Hope Woods offers spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes for adults over 55 years of age. Hope Woods is designed to promote the active lifestyles of our residents.Hope Woods is conveniently located in the hear of Oshtemo, just a short drive from many area grocery stores, restaurants, and...
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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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.
Petronas Country Home Inc. is located in Baroda, MI in Berrien County. This residential care home provides the support that you need in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Berrien enjoy checking out the areas wineries and all that they have to offer. Petronas Country Home...
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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 South Haven Highlands, MI

The average cost of senior living in South Haven Highlands is $3,606 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Plainwell, MI with an average of $3,409 per month.

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, vs. nearby cities

South Haven Highlands, MI
$3,606/mo

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, vs. state and national averages

South Haven Highlands, MI
$3,606/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,342/mo
Independent Living
$3,606/mo

Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,685/mo
Studio
$5,008/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,665/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,146/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,719/mo

Senior living costs in South Haven Highlands 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: South Haven Highlands, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Haven Highlands, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,606/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,262/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,342/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Haven Highlands, MI:$3,606/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Haven Highlands, MI:$4,262/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
South Haven Highlands, MI:$4,342/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in South Haven Highlands, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Haven Highlands 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
South Haven Highlands, MI$3,148/mo$3,031/mo+3.8%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Haven Highlands, MI
2024 average cost:$3,148/mo
2023 average cost:$3,031/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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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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 South Haven Highlands

Recent reviews for independent living in South Haven Highlands

Maple Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Paw Paw, MI

5.0
Like the way they treat people here. They really try to deal with any short comings that may occur. Do a good job dealing with issues. Food improvement is noticeable. Takes the time to help residents understand issues that may arise. Do a good job keeping everyone happy.

Villa Maria in Grand Rapids, MI

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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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Stanford Lodge of Plainwell

4.4
The owner was amazing, sweet, and kind. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

South Haven Highlands independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Haven Highlands independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Haven Highlands, 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 South Haven Highlands 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 South Haven Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Haven Highlands 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 South Haven Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Haven Highlands, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Haven Highlands 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 South Haven Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

River Ridge Retirement Village, Forest Glen Assisted Living and Cascade Trails Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Haven Highlands, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 185 independent living facilities near South Haven Highlands, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Haven Highlands, Michigan are Forest Glen Assisted Living, Samaritas Senior Living of Grand Rapids and StoryPoint Grand Rapids West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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