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61 Independent Living Facilities near Detroit, MI

If you’re looking for independent living in the Detroit area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Detroit. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 61 independent living facilities in Detroit, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like The Eye, Oak Grove and South of Six.
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What we really liked about the Vernon Center was the staff, they had taken such great care of our loved one. They really gave him some wonderful last days. I would highly recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent living is designed to provide the optimum in convenience, socialization, and peace of mind. We combine the best in community activities and togetherness coupled with the privacy and independence of your own apartment. Let us help you with the cooking and housekeeping while you enjoy a...
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We love it! They are very quick, when my mom needs something they are right there. They have a gathering room where they sit and play cards. She cooks her own food and does her own laundry. We have a family...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Historic Himelhoch was originally designed in 1901 for office and retail use. In 1980, the building was renovated to create spacious apartment homes in the heart Detroit. Here you will enjoy the charm of apartment homes with vintage character. Himelhoch features spacious studios and one and two...
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Our family has enjoyed the overall experience with Passion and Caring Home. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Passion and Caring Home For The Elderly LLC is a State of Michigan-licensed home for the aged. Our community is a highly rated assisted living home in Detroit, Michigan. 0ur community has been in operation since 2003. We are designed with the continuum of care philosophy in mind and that people...
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Coming up on a year here I can say the James is call I hoped for and more. Excellent staff, friendly neighbors, no cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, utility bills! After years of marriage, family,...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Residents will enjoy modern amenities in a renovated 1920's building that was once St. James High School. Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments offer contemporary designs such as stainless steel appliances and large picture windows. Services include optional dining & housekeeping, transportation,...
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I’m very satisfied here at Maple Heights. I’m happy with the staff here including those that provide my meals, my meds, cleaning, whatever help that they provide is done on time and everyone is so very...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to Maple Heights Retirement Community, the premier Senior Living Community in the Greater Downriver Area of Allen Park, Michigan. Maple Heights is located in a quiet suburban setting, close to restaurants, parks, shopping and Beaumont Dearborn Hospital.Our goal at Maple Heights is to...
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They go out of their way to make your love one feel comfortable and adjust to their new home I would absolutely recommend, I have recommended a place for Mom and Allegria Village. I recommend they work with...
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.
Allegria Village is a senior living community with the full continuum of care (Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehabilitation Care and Long-Term Nursing Care, as well as an onsite Beaumont Geriatric Physicians Medical Center with full-time physicians and dentistry and podiatry)...
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Staff is extremely patient and helpful with the senior residents. Apartment sizes are very comfortable for one person. I would recommend Baldwin House to others.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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I'm a 76 yo retired gal & only been here for 8 days. Sold my home, decided to downsize & make home where I didn't have to worry about shoveling snow, raking leaves, cleaning gutters, etc. Fortunately I found...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Life at Park Place Heritage Village is what many adults dream about—a modern, luxury retirement community with all the services and amenities imaginable. Set amid beautiful landscaping are well-appointed apartment homes, each one designed with maximum comfort in mind. And because Park Place...
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I have had extended visits with mom at Beaumont Commons Dearborn, while in their bridge to home setting, and the care and concern shown by the staff is comforting. I would recommend families explore the many...
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.
Selecting the right home is an important decision – and the same level of consideration and attention to detail went into the design of Beaumont Commons. Nestled in a lush and beautiful 29-acre setting, Beaumont Commons offers a full continuum of care – including independent living apartments,...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Royal Oak House Assisted Living and Memory Care. I can't say enough about this facility. The staff was amazing. It was very clean. The food was delicious. The place...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Royal Oak House is a comfortable, family-like atmosphere in a quiet residential neighborhood with easy freeway access nearby, ideally situated near family, friends, shopping, and familiar medical professionals in Royal Oak, Madison Heights, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Clawson, and Troy. We are...
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Photo of The Young Home For The Elderly
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My mother lived here from [dates removed]. The staff and [name removed] took wonderful care of her until the end when she was under hospice care the last couple of months. Very clean space and good meals...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
The Young Home For The Elderly is a wonderful assisted living community in the Norman Rockwell-like town of Warren, MI. The wonderful city is the largest suburb of Detroit and maintains a small town feel right outside bustling Motown. Warren is home to one of the oldest populations in the United...
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Four months ago, my 95-year-old mother decided to sell her home and come and live in my city. My brother and I toured Amica and were very very impressed. We really liked the fact that mum could visit Amica...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
As you come up the driveway of Amica at Windsor, you'll immediately see that this is not your typical retirement residence. A putting green to the left, a LifeTrail Circuit on your right and just ahead, a grand canopied entrance. As you walk through the front doors and are greeted by our 24—hour...
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Overall, I am pleased with the services and conditions established at Shoreview. The facilities are well maintained and the opportunities for residents to interact and engage with fellow members and staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
WELCOMEYou are cordially invited to discover the beauty and comfort of Windsor’s newest retirement community, The Shoreview at Riverside. We believe you’ll be impressed by the setting, the staff and our commitment to providing excellent service. We are confident that you’ll be even more impressed...
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My sister and brother-in-law moved to Sunrise within the last months. She to recover from a broken hip and he because his mobility issues were beyond what she could handle with her own recovery. He moved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Directly located on majestic Riverside Drive East, directly across the street from The Peace Fountain and Coventry Gardens. Sunrise of Windsor is located between Pilette and Buckingham (streets). Belle Isle- is located in Michigan and is part of the Metro Detroit area- we can see Belle Isle and...
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This facility is a good place for my mom. She has her privacy but can also be involved if she wants to be. They have a wide variety of activities. The building manager is very open to any needs the residents...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
The Madison Manor Apartments is an independent senior housing community located in the rural city of Madison Heights, Oakland County, MI. The community is located nearby many local shopping and entertainment venues, making it a great place to live. A hospital is located directly next to the...
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The assistance that my loved one received from Redford Villages was great. I was very pleased with the level of care that my loved one received. I really appreciated their help. The rehabilitation services...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Village of Redford is a private assisted living community located in Redford, Wayne County, Michigan, within walking distance to many local amenities. This village supports assisted living with furnished private entrance cottages. The Village at Redford takes pride in providing a high quality...
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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.
You will enjoy all the comforts of home at Friendship Meadows. A friendly, maintenance-free lifestyle awaits those who are age 55 and over. Four two-story buildings are complimented by beautiful landscaping and a community room. One and two bedroom apartment homes include an electric range,...
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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.
A Price You Can Live With ~ A View You Can't Live Without Waterfront living for Seniors 62 and better as low as $849 a month which includes all utilities. These apartments are designed for the retiree with a moderate income. River Towers features magnificent views of the river and Detroit's...
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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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I really like the community the staff is very good. It is clean and up-kept. I would like for the community to start offering food services. It would be nice if i didn't have to cook . I would recommend it...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Royal Oak TowersRoyal Oak Towers Senior Apartments is located in the lovely city of Ferndale, Oakland County , MI. This senior housing building is designed for residents 55 years of age and older. The beautiful building is 11 stories high and is close to many amenities.Royal Oak’s caring and...
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My loved one is living here. I like that it is so close to the house. They are affordable. I also like that they provided the support that my loved one's need in a convenient location. I don't have any major...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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My mother loves her apartment at Morton Manor. The community is very secure and the staff is really concerned about their residents. They are helpful, and willing to accommodate our needs and questions. The...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Morton Manor takes pride in offering quality housing at an affordable cost.  We are dedicated in providing respectful and compassionate senior living with wonderful amenities.  Our Community is a great place to live, share, and enjoy!
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Everything is working out very well with my fathers move to this community. He is loves it ! I'am very confident with his move here. I know he is safe, and in good hands. It has been an excellent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Jewish Senior Life is a very elegant assisted living community which is located in quaint and quiet Oak Park Michigan. The schools and homes in the area are quite nice with high school football at the top of concern on Friday nights. There is also a local bakery right nearby for delicious events...
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Mandatory meal program is not a HUD requirement. Before you sign lease check with HUD for legality. Tenants protest program
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Solaire is a luxury retirement community conveniently located just a few minutes from the area's best shopping, dining, entertainment and quality medica establishments. Our retirement community offers studios, one and two bedrooms and penthouse levels, all located on ten beautifully landscaped...

Cost of independent living in Detroit, MI

The average cost of senior living in Detroit is $3,793 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grosse Pointe Park, MI with an average of $3,219 per month.

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

Detroit, MI
$3,793/mo
$3,785/mo

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

Detroit, MI
$3,793/mo
U.S. national average
$3,877/mo

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

$5,169/mo
Independent Living
$3,793/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,250/mo
Studio
$3,457/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,502/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,673/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Detroit over time

Detroit, MIMI stateNational

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 Detroit

Recent reviews for independent living in Detroit

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!

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
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 ...
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Independence Village of White Lake

4.4
Everyone is kind and helpful. And everyone knows your name. Which makes one feel special. I am a very picky eater, but my husband could not be more pleased with the food here.

Detroit independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Detroit independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Detroit, 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 Detroit 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 Detroit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
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18.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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30.9%
No sugar
No sugar
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28.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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30.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Detroit 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 Detroit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Detroit, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Detroit 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 Detroit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Detroit, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.8%
25.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.1%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
46.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.2%
46.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.4%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.8%
33.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.7%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
19.7%
43.7%
Dances
Dances
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28.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Research services for seniors in Detroit, MI

In Detroit, Michigan, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Detroit is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Detroit include a public bus service operated by the Detroit Department of Transportation. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Detroit has robust biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Detroit 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 Beaumont Hospital-Troy and University of Michigan Hospitals.

Detroit’s contributions to the automotive industry and formative music genres have staked the city’s claim to fame. The city offers a wide range of senior-friendly activities, from historic tours and museums to Vegas-style casinos. For outdoorsy seniors, Detroit’s Belle Isle Park is a must. This unique island park connects to the city by a bridge and features a greenhouse, a botanical garden, and an aquarium.

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Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, Hutcheson Manor and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby are the top rated independent living facilities near Detroit, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 61 independent living facilities near Detroit, Michigan. See the full list.

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