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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.
Reflections Community Jackson, MI The Reflections Senior Community is located in the pristine area of Jackson, Jackson County, MI. There are a number of different amenities in this area that will allow a senior to get in touch with nature. The Falling Waters Trail is a nearly three mile nature...
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Jackson, MI

The average cost of senior living in Jackson is $2,819 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springport, MI with an average of $2,749 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jackson, MI vs. nearby cities

Jackson, MI
$2,819/mo
$2,835/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jackson, MI vs. the state and national average

Jackson, MI
$2,819/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jackson vs. other types of senior living

$3,606/mo
Independent Living
$2,819/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Jackson, MI by room type

Studio
$4,364/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,588/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,930/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Jackson

Recent reviews for independent living in Jackson

Summit Park Assisted Living Center in Jackson, MI

5.0
My mother does not require a lot of "hands on" care at present. I don't have enough knowledge of what alternative offerings might be when it comes to the activities. The value for cost seems high but apparently in-line with other facilities in this area. However we would recommend this community ...
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Green Acres of Mason

4.4
I have been so grateful for Green Acres!!! It has taken a lot of pressure off from me knowing my mother is getting such great care! I wish there would have been more detail given verbally and in paper form regarding day to care, activities and procedures. We were told that the toilet paper was ...
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Legacy Assisted Living and Legacy Alzheimer's in Jackson, MI

4.3
Overall, my experience has been very good. I had one or two problems with meds being given properly and my Father likes to complain about the food. Other than that, it's been a smooth experience. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families! I just recommend them for another ...
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Jackson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jackson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jackson, 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 Jackson 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 Jackson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jackson, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Jackson 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 Jackson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jackson, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
6.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jackson 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 Jackson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jackson, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.6%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.6%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.7%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.6%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.9%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
40%
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