The Best Independent Living Communities in Livingston County, MI

"We went here. We have family close by, so that was nice, and the people are very friendly and informative. We also know a few people that have lived there and always gave high regard for it. It's a newer facility. It's very bright, clean, and cheerful. The dining area was very nice, and they claimed the food was very good. The people we know, that live there have been very happy with it as well. The grounds are well-kept. It's a very impressive-looking place. We saw people out, walking around, but not a set activity and play at that time. The apartments were very modern looking and well-kept. They provide new flooring before you move in. You have the choice of a wood laminate or handicapped carpeting. So, that was all very nice and they have balconies too."

"We liked Lockwood of South Lyon because of its location, the apartment size, and its layout. The room that we're going to have will be large enough, under 1,000 square feet, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, so it's very spacious. The staff was very good. The dining area looked very nice. They have a beauty salon, a library, local transportation, and health care services available if you need to contract for them."

"I am moving into Vicinia Gardens Independent Living. I liked the facilities and the amount of social interaction that's available. It was just a very nice place. They had exercise classes, book clubs, and card games. I liked the apartment setup. I will be in a 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment."

"Lockwood of Fenton was nice, but it didn't fill our needs as far as food. It's more senior living. The staff during the visit was very nice. The apartment was large, very nice, and well-maintained. They have a full kitchen in each apartment."

"I visited a friend at this facility and was impressed with the staff friendliness. My friend reported she was happy there and especially enjoyed her meals. "

"I'm very happy here at StoryPoint Fenton. I am in one of the independent apartments. There are 10 independent apartments alongside the main building, and I am in one of them. I moved here for independent living, but there's a place that I can step down when that becomes necessary. I could move inside the main building to assisted living, or they also have a unit of memory care. The apartment I'm in is wonderful. It's a two-bedroom, two-bath. It is about 1,200 square feet, maybe a little more than that even. It has a two-car garage. I'm still driving, so that's important for me. I like the apartment. I'm hoping that if I ever have to move inside, I will be as happy in there. I heard very good reports when one of my friends moved from the apartments into the big building. She was very happy with the staff. She said, everyone was just really nice to her. She was comforted by that because she wasn't crazy about moving inside. She wanted to maintain her independence, but that wasn't possible health-wise. I like the idea that there are kind people waiting for me. I would like to have a little bit more activity for the people in the independent apartments, but there's a new salesperson, and he's doing better. So, they may come up with things for us to do. I'm still mobile enough that I have my friends, and I've lived in this area my whole adult life, so I do a lot of things away from the community. The camaraderie isn't as important to me right now, but I'm hoping that as time goes on, that we'll be more of a community instead of just apartments. I would like to see more group activities for the apartments, and they're moving in that direction. I think this new company wants to do that, so I'm looking forward to it. They have very nice staff. I do my own food and maintain my independence. However, if I would like to go in and have a meal, I can do that just by letting them know that I will be in, and then I pay separately for that. The food in general is very good. They have brunch once a month, and that's always very good. I ate a few dinners there, and I enjoyed them, and I've had a couple of friends who live there, and they always say the food is good. The facility is very nicely decorated, and it's always very clean. It's brand new. The main building has one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments, or studio apartments for people who need assistance. I could have rented in there if I wanted to, but since I'm driving, the garage was important, and I still like my privacy, so I would rate it very highly. The people who live inside the big building have games, card games, and board games. They have cooking time. Right now, we're short of a driver's license for the bus, but they're working on that. They have a lot of activities planned for it. They have exercise, and church on Sunday. They usually do that like on TV, but they have a minister or priest come in, like once a month, and they do call that a non-denominational service. They make crafts, entertainment, music, and singers or groups. I think the entertainment is good for the people who live inside, and I can go to any of those activities. If I want to go and exercise in there, I can every day. However, I don't do that because I exercise independently with my friends. But I could take part in anything that is planned if I wanted to. It is very expensive. I think that people have moved out because they couldn't afford it. I think they're all pretty close together. They all are high, and they all increase every year, but it is expensive."

"We liked Rose Senior Living at Providence Park. The general appearance was very nice. They had a library room that was full of plants and books with really tall windows. It was a wonderful library room. That was special and beautiful. The staff was very nice. The young man giving us the tour knew every resident by name. They had a movie theater there, some concerts, and non-denominational church services. The rooms for eating were very open and there were a lot of windows. So, there's a lot of sunlight coming through. I got a very good impression of the staff and the place was very nice."

"My father is in Brookdale Novi. The place is very nice and had just been remodeled, so the rooms were very nice. He seems to enjoy the food, so that is good. The facility looks a little bit older but is nice and very affordable for him. They seem to do a lot of activities, like trips. They have a little exercise facility, which he has been using. That is a great thing. He seems to be really happy there, and we seem very pleased with the place so far. "

"I visited this facility recently (January, 2018). I was really impressed with the cleanliness of this place, and the dedication of the employee who was working at that time. The owners were very nice, and took the time to answer all our questions to our satisfaction. When we got there, it was dinner time, and the residents were sitting down for their dinner. They all looked very neat and clean, and happy!! Really impressive!! Another plus is that they have all private rooms, which is hard to find in Ann Arbor. I would definitely move my dad here, but they had no vacancy. i will strongly recommend this place"

"I got to see the assisted and memory care at Atria Park of Ann Arbor. It was a very high-end, and a very nice facility. They had a chef that actually makes most of the food from scratch. They gave me a made-from-scratch hummus and pita bread as a gift. The director was incredibly honest too. She showed me everything I could possibly ask for before I even asked. She introduced me to residents, but since it was a very high-end place, it was very pricey. Even one of the residents said that it was very pricey, but said that the care was wonderful. It was definitely a beautiful place, but I'm afraid that due to my father-in-law's issues, it's not possible for him to be there. The amenities were very great as well. They had lots of different little garden areas, and ways of making the residents feel at home."

"My family loves this community, We are so happy that our Mom is receiving excellent care here from the staff,The beautiful decor creates a very peaceful ambiance and adds harmony and value that our loved one definitely needs at this time,The food is great,They always offer a great assortment of premium variety,I could not be more pleased with the staff,The Director of the facility Michael is extremely, kind,diligent, dedicated and patient and answers any and all questions we have,This really puts our hearts and minds at ease,I highly recommend this community it is a healing place of love and tranquility."

"We received great service while living at Independence Village. The staff was always accommodating and ready to help. The apartment was clean and there were always activities available to go to."

"I'm in Rolling Hills Retirement Community. The thing that I like best is that it has garages. The building layout is identical to all the resort lifestyles community. They've used the same blueprints to build every facility. All utilities costs are included in the monthly rent and three meals a day are included in the facility rent. In my 12 months of living here, we've gone through a total of five activity directors. They seem to be having trouble holding on to employees. The activity that seems to be most popular is chair volleyball every day. They show a series of movies. There's a 150-seat theater where they show movies. They do little shopping jaunts several times a week. Close by is a Meijer store, a Target store, and Costco. They take the bus and go to those stores a few times each week. There's a lot of fried food, which is probably not good for any of us, and the quality of the food has seemed to decrease over the 12 months that I've been here. I don't think the corporation cares about the residents or the staff members as much as they should. The resident managers are not as conscientious or as well trained as they could be, in my opinion. There's been a lot of turnover in the people that take care of the dining room."

Nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Williamston, Michigan, Oakbrook Senior Living offers a harmonious blend of comfort and compassionate care. Located at 2447 Williamston Rd., this state-licensed community specializes in assisted living and memory care, providing residents with personalized support in a homelike setting. With a high staff-to-resident ratio and 24/7 on-site caregivers, Oakbrook ensures that each resident receives attentive, individualized care tailored to their unique needs. Oakbrook's thoughtfully designed living spaces feature fully furnished private rooms, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like home. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities, including a beauty/barber shop, garden and patio areas, and both resident and guest parking. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle. Dining options are diverse, with shared meals in the dining room, room service, and accommodations for special diets such as diabetic, kosher, and vegetarian. Engaging activities like music, games, book clubs, fitness classes, and arts and crafts foster a vibrant community life. Safety and well-being are paramount at Oakbrook, with features like 24/7 emergency call pendants and regular wellness checks. The community's commitment to holistic care includes visiting physicians and podiatry services, in-house pharmacy services, and support for home health, palliative, and hospice care as needed. Situated just east of Lansing, residents have easy access to local attractions such as the Williamston Theatre, Wheatfield Valley Golf Course, and the charming downtown area known for its antique shops and specialty stores. At Oakbrook Senior Living, residents find not just a place to live, but a place to thrive. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Adult Foster Care Search