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Types of care available in Oakland County, MI
Independent Living
You could not find a nicer staff. The facility does need some updates, but for the money it can't beat. Apartment sizes here are more than adequate.
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!
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior which was wonderful to see compared to my mother's former building. We waited two years to get my mother off the wait list and into an apartment. It was well worth the wait. She is so happy!
2080 South Telegraph Road, Bloomfield, MI 48302
It’s the best. If you are looking in the Bloomfield Birmingham area you won’t be disappointed. Great team and wonderful building. Great activity director! The food is good and we come and eat with dad often
The Bradford Senior Living stops at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping. Look around and you'll notice fresh flowers throughout the...
935 Union Lake Road, White Lake, MI 48386
My repairs and upgrades are preformed quickly and of his quality food is versatile for small changes and food allergies. The grounds are neat and clean. Laundry service is excellent.
Welcome to Independence Village! Through our independent living and enhanced living services, we make sure all of our residents are both happy and healthy. Whether it’s a new activity added to the calendar, a favorite recipe featured on the menu, or even just a friendly chat and a hug, we strive...
5700 Water Tower Pl, Clarkston, MI 48346
I do believe they need to review the contract with the family of the anyone going into their Memory Care highlighting specific areas such as discharge upon the death of the resident. I was shocked when...
At Addington Place of Clarkston, we provide truly person-directed care, working hard to know each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, our seasoned and dedicated staff, first-rate...
2400 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
The Lourdes Senior Community is a lovely facility with a very caring staff. This review is for the [facility removed]. There are plenty of activities to keep the residents occupied. The activities...
With over a sixty-year history of caring, Lourdes Senior Community remains committed to providing leading-edge senior care for future generations.We offer:-Independent Living Apartments-Assisted Living Apartments-Memory Care Studios-Beautiful Grounds-On Site Health Clinic-Activities-Restorative...
900 North Cass Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
I have been here since July and I am very happy here. Only one problem and that's the fire alarm. However, I think it might be under control now.
Independence Village of Waterford is a grand, pet-friendly community surrounded by tranquil lakes and scenic parks. Admire the vibrant flower beds and lush greenery that line the front entryway from the privacy of your own balcony.
600 West Walton Boulevard, Pontiac, MI 48340
I’ve only been at Elmhaven Manor for a few months but I’m finding it to be a great place to live. Staff is great and treats us with respect, apartment is cozy and charming and other residents are very...
Elmhaven Manor is an elegant retirement community of 132 apartments and 6 cottages designed exclusively for those 55 and older. Residents of Elmhaven Manor live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment or in one of the beautiful cottages with attached garages. In addition to the...
5990 N Adams Rd, Troy, MI 48098
Belmar is super clean and all the employees are very accommodating when I have made any requests. They do a great job of physically caring for my brother. However, they lack in their communication with...
There comes a time in one’s life when assistance is as welcome as it is a necessity. At Windemere Park of Oakland, the one you love is our VIP. It is our profession and our pleasure to provide dignity, comfort and compassion with customized care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Windemere is a...
6257 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
I lived at Autumn House roughly 3 months. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They actually nursed me back to good health which allowed me to move back home. When I decide to move again I will...
Autumn House of Bloomfield is an independent and assisted living community in the heart of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The beauty, serenity and safety of our property is a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of an active part of Bloomfield filled with popular restaurants, boutiques,...
3741 S Adams Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
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...
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,...
1957 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
There need to be better alternate meal choices when the main course isn't desirable to the resident. So far the food has been just average. I would just say we love everything about it but there needs to...
American House Village at Bloomfield is a brand new community. We opened our doors on November 1st, 2022. Our community features 150 Independent Living apartment homes with full kitchens, washer and dryer, patio or balcony. Some fairway views of The Links at Crystal Lake Golf Course, very close...
5850 White Lake Rd, Clarkston, MI 48346
My loved one was briefly a resident at Serene Gardens of Clarkston for a respite stay and overall it was a good experience for her. This facility is very nice, clean and bright. We would consider using them...
At Serene Gardens of Clarkston we aspireto deliver the best in quality, care, andconvenience. Our facility isa community that strives to offer residents athe feeling of home, comfort, and independence.We offer a wide range of amenities at eachof our locations, which include, but are notlimited to...
1407 Skipper Drive, Waterford, MI 48327
Our mom has the start of dementia and we needed to move her some where safe and that felt like a home. Mom was not happy about the move but once she was settled in she was out of her room and visiting with...
Your leisure years should be comfortable, without the cares and worries that home ownership brings. When you select Lockwood of Waterford, you can be certain that you'll enjoy spacious apartment home living equipped with every convenience. The many services and amenities offered will make your...
100 W Square Lake Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
The staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. It really feels like a family. I have interviewed or toured approximately eight places and nothing came close. The food is phenomenal. Everyone was warm and...
This is senior living like you’ve never seen it before. Where people remain connected to each other and fully engaged in the things they enjoy. Nestled in a developed, walkable neighborhood and designed to bring people together, The Avalon of Bloomfield Township is a warm, upscale living...
3151 E Walton Blvd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
I wanted to do a shout out to Avalon. My step-mum has been in Assisted Living there for over 18 months and both she and are family are extremely happy. My step Mum has moderate dementia , but is still...
Life flourishes at The Avalon of Auburn Hills. Residents enjoy an abundance of amenities including a chapel, workshop, on-site theatre, chef prepared meals and more — all incorporated into a vibrant city boulevard and town center design. The Avalon of Auburn Hills is where seniors can find the...
1915 Baldwin Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340
We chose this facility initially because it had a warmer, home-like feel to it versus the others. There have just been a few occasions where some of the staff did not seem helpful.
Tucked quietly near the hub of Oakland County's thriving shopping and residential centers near I-75 and Baldwin Road, American House Oakland is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Auburn Hills, Pontiac, Waterford, Rochester, Rochester Hills, and...
5475 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
I would recommend, beautiful rooms with private bath and small kitchen with fridge. The facility has movie theater, recreation, nice gym, etc. My wife was in several assisted living facilities and none were...
Provision Living of West West Bloomfield is a 102-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. With both independent living, assisted living and memory care services, residents have their choice of purposefully designed studio and...
3250 Walton Boulevard, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Very friendly and active community. Mom has a 2 bedroom apartment. Perfect for her as she still sews a lot. It was a great transition from her 3 bedroom place. Lots to take part in.
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...
5859 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
American House is a very nice facility to live at. The residents make you feel right at home after you move in. I highly recommend this for you or your loved ones. Great staff. The food is not too good, but...
An elegant yet warm and comfortable community in the heart of affluent Oakland County, American House West Bloomfield is ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, and Novi, as well as Bloomfield Hospital, Beaumont,...
7005 Pontiac Trail, West Bloomfield, MI 48323
Staffing rating - varies by person. Sometimes takes a while to respond to his call button. Food is usually good. Sometimes slow getting it and cold. Value for cost - It's expensive, but they all are.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
5601 Hatchery Road, Waterford Township, MI 48329
My father and I visited a few senior living communities, from upper sale to lower scale price ranges and found Canterbury on the Lake to be the perfect fit for him. My father has been in this facility for 3...
Canterbury-on-the-Lake is a senior living retirement community, with Independent Living apartments, Assisted Living apartments, skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation — all under one roof. We have providing care in Waterford for 20 years.Canterbury-on-the-Lake is managed by managed by...
2450 Haggerty Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48323
Most of the staff is very friendly just a few outliers. They need more help. meds come continually late sometimes way over an hour. Medicine is closer to be on time, but then again not always
2450 Haggerty Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48323
Most of the staff is very friendly just a few outliers. They need more help. meds come continually late sometimes way over an hour. Medicine is closer to be on time, but then again not always
5480 Parview Dr, Clarkston, MI 48346
This is an older facility, but they take good care of my loved one. There aren't too many residents, which I think allows for more time to give my loved one the care and attention that she needs. The staff...
Family owned and operated since 1999, Pine Tree Place has successfully combined the features of the traditional home with the amenities of the modern assisted living facility. The 9,500 square foot ranch-style home has eighteen bedrooms, all with private baths, with a licensed capacity for twenty...
6800 Trillium Village Dr, Clarkson, MI 48346
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Vista Springs is 100% the best and I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
Welcome to Vista Springs Trillium Village Estate!Welcome to Trillium Village Estate, a luxury resort-style retirement community where community members live every day with passion and inspiration. Our Full of Life philosophy transforms expectations of retirement living into experiences that are...
6800 Trillium Village Dr, Clarkson, MI 48346
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Vista Springs is 100% the best and I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
Welcome to Vista Springs Trillium Village Estate!Welcome to Trillium Village Estate, a luxury resort-style retirement community where community members live every day with passion and inspiration. Our Full of Life philosophy transforms expectations of retirement living into experiences that are...
The average cost of senior living in Oakland County is 4,102 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly Hills, MI with an average of 3,863 per month.
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.
In Oakland County, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Oakland County, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Oakland County is car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Oakland County include Ride SMART and myride2. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Oakland County has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is not particularly walkable.
Oakland County offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including McLaren Oakland and Pontiac General Hospital.
Oakland County is composed of 62 cities, townships, and villages and is known for its storied main streets and outdoor recreational opportunities. Art enthusiasts will find beautiful contemporary work in Bloomfield Hills’ Cranbrook Museum, and history buffs can take guided tours of the historic Meadow Brook Hall. You’ll find a variety of locally owned businesses, restaurants, and breweries to support, and communities throughout the county host family-friendly events every season.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Welcome to Oakland County, home of Automation Alley! Rivers and lakes blend with the outer Detroit suburbs to make Oakland County a well-rounded retirement destination full of culture and outdoor recreational opportunities.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Oakland County are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Oakland County retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost for independent living in the state of Michigan is around $2,500.
Oakland County is relatively affordable. The total household expense income is rated two points below the national average, and the county enjoys affordable rent.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 103 | 99 | 93 | 100 | 96 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $87,164 per year | $49,498 per year | $70,695 per year | $39,291 per year | $42,674 per year | $3,872 per year | $701 per month |
The top hospitals that service Oakland County include:
Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital
Oakland County’s climate is classified as hot summer humid continental, which means the county experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation in seasonal temperature. The summers tend to be very hot and humid, while the winters tend to be cold and snowy. The average humidity level is 70%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 78%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 23°F | 30°F | 16°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 72°F | 82°F | 61°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.0 | 17.3% | 1,250,434 | 1,441 per square mile | 2.5 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3% | 8.2% | 13.9% | 4.3% | <0.1% | 2.3% | 71.5% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Oakland County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 51.7% | 43.6% | 4.7% |
Oakland County lies northwest of Detroit on the banks of five scenic rivers: the Clinton River, the Flint River, the Huron River, the Rouge River, and the Shiawassee River. The county is also home to 80 different sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places, plus nearly 100 places on the list of Michigan State Historic Sites. Between its beauty and culture, Oakland County has something to pique anyone’s interest.
Oakland County’s most unique attractions include the Detroit Zoo, Kensington Metropark, Meadow Brook Hall, and the Sea Life Michigan Aquarium. Don’t miss out on the Cranbrook Art Museum, as well as its historic homes and gardens.
Oakland County sits in an area of natural beauty and is home to a plethora of waterfront parks. Some of the more popular parks include Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area, Bald Mountain State Recreation Area, and Belle Isle Park, located on the shore of Lake St. Clair.
Transportation
Public transportation in Oakland County is provided by the Amtrak Wolverine Line and the Oakland SmartBus. Both services offer discounted fares for seniors.
Hutcheson Manor, The Reserve at Red Run and The Reserve at Red Run are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakland County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 65 independent living facilities near Oakland County, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakland County, Michigan are The Bradford Senior Living and Independence Village of White Lake. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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