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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sterling Heights, MI

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Photo of Rose Senior Living at Clinton Township
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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48 reviews
9.1
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48 reviews
5 star
63%
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21%
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We feel my mother in law is in a safe clean place. The staff is caring, but we had a little bumpy start. But all is good. My husband and his siblings know she is in a safe clean place. The staff generally...
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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Photo of Waltonwood Main
2020 Photos available
9.1
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24 reviews
9.1
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24 reviews
5 star
46%
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29%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
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We had a great experience. We could not have chosen a better end of life situation for my mother. The staff was very caring. The food was amazing. It was a well kept, attractive facility.
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.
Our promise is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect. We strive to preserve our residents’ independence, health, safety, individuality and happiness. Waltonwood is family owned and operated so we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care...
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Photo of American House Village Senior Living
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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51 reviews
9.0
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51 reviews
5 star
68%
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18%
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[name removed] is a true gem, helpful, kind, informative, really helped with making the decision for my mom to move there. Moms' extremely happy with her decision. Mom mentioned yesterday about all of...
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.
Nestled among rolling hills on Adams Road between South Boulevard and Auburn Road in Rochester Hills, American House - The Village is ideally located close to family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. Nearby hospitals...
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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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35 reviews
9.0
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35 reviews
5 star
54%
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Because you can feel the warmth of superior customer service here. Christine and the staff have a passion for the care of each resident . My wife and I are grateful to be here ??I would indeed recommend this...
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.
A bright, lovely enclave nestled in a classic Oakland County neighborhood, Baldwin House Hazel Park is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Royal Oak, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Berkley, Madison Heights and Warren, as well as hospitals including...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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26 reviews
8.9
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26 reviews
5 star
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The facility let us come by three times to tour or attend an event before we decided for her to move there! My mom is always commenting on how nice everyone is and we feel the same way! My siblings have...
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.
Oakmont Parkway is where residents are cherished members of our Oakmont family. Aside from services and amenities provided by our attentive staff, new residents quickly find friends and activities that bring a new outlook to senior living. Oakmont Parkway is conveniently located on 16 Mile Road...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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9 reviews
8.9
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
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My parents moved into American House Lakeshore after weighing all their options over a few months. [name removed] was extremely helpful, flexible, and responsive answering all our questions and making sure...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Baldwin House Lakeside Senior Living
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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55 reviews
8.8
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55 reviews
5 star
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If you are looking for a place for your loved one. You have found it! Our experience was beyond exceptional. This was a difficult process for us as we look for the right fit for my sister. [name removed] was...
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.
Comprised of two buildings at the heart of Macomb County's thriving Lakeside area, Baldwin House Lakeside is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Clinton Township, Utica, Macomb Township, and Mt. Clemens. Baldwin House Clinton Township is also...
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8.7
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18 reviews
8.7
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18 reviews
5 star
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Not sure about the meals, we do not eat the food. The value for cost is hard to say, they're all too expensive. There is not a big staff turnover so residents can get to know them better. Family members of...
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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Photo of American House East II Senior Living
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
41 reviews
8.7
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41 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
27%
3 star
17%
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Extremely helpful staff, very inviting and welcoming. Facility is clean, lots of activities on and off site. I haven't eaten the food but my brother is very happy.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of the suburban East Side, American House East II is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Eastpointe, Warren, and the Grosse Pointes. We are also in close proximity to many hospitals...
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Photo of Chester Street Residence
1717 Photos available
8.7
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62 reviews
8.7
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62 reviews
5 star
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My mom was pretty hard to handle. Don’t know what to say about the food, because my mom is very picky. Yes, we would recommend Chester Street Residences to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
EVERYTHING POSSIBLE, ALL DAY, EVERY DAYChester Street Residence strives to provide each Resident in our Community with the highest quality of life, based upon each Resident’s individual circumstances. Whether quite independent or in need of full care, our Residents benefit from daily engagement...
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Photo of American House Elmwood Senior Living
66 Photos available
8.6
Review score
38 reviews
8.6
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38 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
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3 star
8%
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Clean facility!! Great staff. Nice size room. I would absolutely recommend this community to others who are currently searching for a place.
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.
A charming, relaxing one-story community that truly feels like home, American House Elmwood located west of Crooks Road, is ideally situated near family and friends, shopping and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are also located near...
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Photo of American House Stone Senior Living
44 Photos available
8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
5 star
29%
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47%
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18%
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The best part of this location is the fantastic FOOD!!! I've been to 4 places this year and this one out does all the others by far in the food area. This place is very nicely decorated, clean, friendly and...
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.
Set within our green campus along Adams Road in Rochester Hills, American House Stone is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Troy. We are located close to hospitals including St. Joseph's Pontiac,...
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Photo of American House Troy Senior Living
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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47 reviews
8.5
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47 reviews
5 star
53%
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I think it's a great place for people who are able to care for themselves. There's lot of activities for those capable of participating. I think the apartment size is one of the best features of American...
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.
A gorgeous property combining a lovely wooded setting with superb access to nearby malls and I-75, American House Troy is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Troy, Clawson, Madison Heights, and Sterling Heights, as well as hospitals including...
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Photo of Villa Bella of Clinton Township
1414 Photos available
8.4
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36 reviews
8.4
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36 reviews
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We liked it for our brother-in-law because, even though there is plenty to do throughout the day, it doesn't feel rushed or overly scheduled like so many other places.. He liked it right away when he went...
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.
Villa Bella is an independent living community with enhance services from a third party care company that is on-site 24/7. Our staff puts our residents as number one and they seek to give those residents all of the help and support that they need. We want to make sure that every resident feels...
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Photo of American House Somerset
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
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20 reviews
8.1
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20 reviews
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I see Somerset having a very friendly and helpful staff, up and down. The facility is clean and well maintained. My elderly is at the right spot. I am however noticing the staff, except for the site...
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.
Maximize your independence and well-being by minimizing the hassles and headaches! Just a stone's throw from world-class shopping, dining and entertainment and across the street from the Troy Community Center, Stonecrest of Troy is inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of the City. Stonecrest of...
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Photo of Brookdale Troy
66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.1
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57 reviews
8.1
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57 reviews
5 star
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5 in all of the above. We were thrilled with her care! The management and the staff, they took such good care if [name removed] and really treated her well and like family. They communicated well and kept us...
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.
This is a great place to live a great life.For seniors looking for assisted living, but who aren’t willing to compromise quality of life, our community might be the perfect choice. You’ll find us  located in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Michigan, which is an upscale town that consistently...
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Photo of Parkdale Senior Living
66 Photos available
8.1
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35 reviews
8.1
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35 reviews
5 star
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I’ve had a positive experience with Parkdale Senior Living and would recommend it to families looking for a reliable senior living option. The staff provides attentive and compassionate care, ensuring...
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.
You deserve to retire in peace without having to worry about the little things. Our community is designed to make life carefree. At The Parkdale, convenience meets comfort to offer our residents a senior living oasis they’re happy to call home. Your loved one never has to worry about being...
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99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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8.0
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23 reviews
8.0
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23 reviews
5 star
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They accept Medicaid waiver, their rooms are partly furnished, and everyone pays the same rate --no extra costs for higher care levels. Very friendly. Typical ratio, around 1:10
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.
All Inclusive Pricing! Shelby Comfort Care! Now part of a Michigan-based group of quality care providers.!At Shelby Comfort Care we provide seniors with a caring assisted living community to call their own. The assisted living community offers a staff that is supportive of all residents,...
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Photo of All Seasons Birmingham
99 Photos available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
5 star
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It is worth looking into. It is a beautiful community and is updated. You don't feel old, it is a youthful environment. The apartments are very nice and they have 2 bedrooms available. I would recommend...
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.
INNOVATIVE. ENGAGING. ENLIVENING. Specially selected architects and designers assembled to create an environment like those found in great contemporary urban resorts and retreats. We've thought through every detail, including breathtaking views from our seamless glass wall in the living room...
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Photo of Waltonwood Royal Oak
1212 Photos available
7.9
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20 reviews
7.9
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20 reviews
5 star
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My best experience was when we walked through the front door and was greeted by a wonderful atmosphere. The staff were amazing and EXTREMELY helpful. As we toured the building, people were out and about with...
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxury Senior Living. At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to exceed their expectations. We are...
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Photo of American House Sterling Meadows Senior Living
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.7
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38 reviews
7.7
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38 reviews
5 star
56%
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Their nursing staff there is terrible. I had to move mom somewhere else for more care. Other than that I loved the place! As long as you don't have to hire the nursing care. I wish she were still there.
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.
Bright, modern senior apartments with the warmth of a family community in the heart of the East-side suburbs, American House Sterling Meadows is located north of 14 Mile Road and ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Sterling Heights, Fraser,...
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88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.5
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7 reviews
7.5
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7 reviews
5 star
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Experience has been very good. Have not used any of the services except cleaning. [name removed]has been very helpful. Nice environment.
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.
Independent living doesn’t mean you’re on your own. Our new freestanding villas are conveniently located on the campus of American House East I in Roseville, MI and provide access to all the comforts available within the community. Sip your morning coffee on your outdoor patio, or join friends...
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Photo of Serene Gardens of Sterling Heights
1414 Photos available
7.4
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35 reviews
7.4
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35 reviews
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Viewed at least five different residences for placement of my sister. Serene Gardens of Sterling Heights was far above the rest. It just doesn't look good, the promises made have been kept. She has her own...
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.
We started with a simple idea: let’s create senior living communities that we’d want our own family members to call home. Over the past decade with that concept in mind, we’ve been blending science, art and technology to redefine what senior living is supposed to be. To us, that means all...
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1313 Photos available
7.0
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25 reviews
7.0
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25 reviews
5 star
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My loved one is currently a resident at Oakmont Sterling and everything has been great for her there so far. It is a great place and has been a great experience. Nothing is perfect, however, everything has...
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.
Oakmont Sterling Enhanced Independent Living offers Enhanced Living in Macomb County on the border of Troy Michigan, just a few miles away from Troy Beaumont Hospital. It is beautifully appointed with comfortable furnishings, excellent cuisine and a warm, inviting atmosphere. All conveniently...
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I was very impressed with their care. I needed infection control, they have done a great job. I would pick them every time over everyone else in this area. The food is average. The room sizes are great and...
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.

Cost of independent living in Sterling Heights, MI

The average cost of senior living in Sterling Heights is $3,900 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eastpointe, MI with an average of $3,308 per month.

Independent living costs in Sterling Heights, MI, vs. nearby cities

Sterling Heights, MI
$3,900/mo
$3,949/mo
$3,420/mo

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

Sterling Heights, MI
$3,900/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Heights, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,184/mo
Independent Living
$3,900/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Heights, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,570/mo
Studio
$4,585/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,885/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,135/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,225/mo

Senior living costs in Sterling Heights 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: Sterling Heights, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSterling Heights, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,900/mo$3,624/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,291/mo$4,169/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,184/mo$4,531/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Sterling Heights, MI:$3,900/mo
Michigan:$3,624/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Sterling Heights, MI:$4,291/mo
Michigan:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Sterling Heights, MI:$5,184/mo
Michigan:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Sterling Heights, MI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sterling Heights 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
Sterling Heights, MI$2,737/mo$2,684/mo+2.0%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Sterling Heights, MI
2024 average cost:$2,737/mo
2023 average cost:$2,684/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Sterling Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Sterling Heights

Blossom Ridge in Oakland Charter Township, MI

5.0
We feel that our loved ones are safe at Blossom Ridge and that the staff love them, it is just not a job for them they actually show genuine care and concern. They have great musical activities and the daily activities are starting to come back from all the covid limitations. The value for the ...
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Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods and everything was great for her at this facility! The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care services, food and activities were great. The value for cost was also great, in comparison to other facilities. ...
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Sterling Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Heights, 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 Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling Heights, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sterling Heights, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling Heights, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 117 independent living facilities near Sterling Heights, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sterling Heights, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, The Reserve at Red Run and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone). These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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