Best Senior Living in Waterford, Michigan
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 7 senior living communities in Waterford. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 550 public reviews.
- 7communities
- 4.4average rating, 7 rated
- 550family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Lourdes Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
Waterford, Michigan
5(13)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Waterford Oaks Senior Care East
Waterford, Michigan
5(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
From $2,288/moIndependence Village of Waterford
Waterford, Michigan
4.4(101)
Independent Living
Waterford Oaks Senior Care West
Waterford, Michigan
4.3(22)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Caremore of Waterford / Drake Wood Manor Assisted Living
Waterford, Michigan
4.4(5)
Assisted Living
Regency At Waterford
Waterford, Michigan
4.1(218)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Orchards At Canterbury On The Lake
Waterford, Michigan
3.9(184)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Waterford
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Lourdes Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
5 (13 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Families describe Lourdes as a clean, well-run rehab and skilled nursing community with attentive nurses, aides, and therapists who go out of their way for residents. Reviewers repeatedly highlight strong rehab outcomes,…
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Waterford Oaks Senior Care East
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 20 units
Families describe Waterford Oaks as a small, non-corporate assisted living and memory care community where staff provide close, personal attention, especially during hospice and end-of-life care. Reviewers consistently…
- 3
Independence Village of Waterford
4.4 (101 reviews)· Independent Living
Families describe Independence Village of Waterford as a warm, well-run independent living community where staff are attentive and residents stay active. Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness, food quality, and…
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Waterford Oaks Senior Care West
4.3 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 20 units
Families describe Waterford Oaks West as a small, family-run community where staff and the owner, Trina, are praised for attentive, compassionate care during difficult times, including hospice and pandemic-era illness.…
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Caremore of Waterford / Drake Wood Manor Assisted Living
4.4 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living· 18 units
Families describe Caremore of Waterford / Drake Wood Manor as a small, home-like assisted living community where residents receive personal, attentive care from a close-knit staff. Reviewers consistently praise the…
- 6
4.1 (218 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 150 units
Reviews of Regency at Waterford are sharply divided: several families praise specific nurses and describe attentive, compassionate long-term care, while others describe serious neglect, unanswered call lights, and poor…
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The Orchards At Canterbury On The Lake
3.9 (184 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 128 units
Reviewers describe The Orchards At Canterbury On The Lake as a strong short-term rehab and skilled nursing community, praising attentive nurses, CNAs, and therapists who helped residents regain mobility after surgery or…
What families say about senior living in Waterford
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Waterford communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Building and grounds 71%
- Food and dining 57%
- Cleanliness 57%
- Medical and nursing care 57%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 43%
- Cost and billing 43%
- Staff attitude 29%
- Medical and nursing care 14%
“I have lived here for 3 years and I am really happy! They have lots of activities my days just are not long enough to enjoy them all. I'm enjoying life more now than I have in the past few years.”
“Thank You Trina, & Your Staff for the care of my wife, Kathy! Your recommended hospice, Medical Team out of Flint did a Wonderful help to Kathy in her latter days of life! Thank You All, and may God bless this care center!”
Senior Living in Waterford: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60.
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (7), 24-hour staff (7), social activities (7), housekeeping (7), medication management (7), emergency call system (7).
Senior Living near Waterford
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkston5.9 mi | 10 | 4.2 / 5 | 5.9 mi |
| Bloomfield Hills6.8 mi | 14 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.8 mi |
| West Bloomfield Township7.5 mi | 17 | 4.5 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| West Bloomfield8.2 mi | 8 | 3.6 / 5 | 8.2 mi |
| Commerce Township8.8 mi | 6 | 4.5 / 5 | 8.8 mi |
| Rochester Hills10.3 mi | 30 | 4.5 / 5 | 10.3 mi |
| Bingham Farms10.8 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 10.8 mi |
| Farmington Hills11.2 mi | 53 | 4.4 / 5 | 11.2 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Waterford, 550 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Waterford ask about.
- Home Care in Michigan: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Waterford: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Waterford, Michigan?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 senior living communities in Waterford, Michigan, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Waterford are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Lourdes Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center (5★, 13 ratings), Waterford Oaks Senior Care East (5★, 7 ratings), Independence Village of Waterford (4.4★, 101 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Waterford?
Beyond senior living, Waterford has assisted living (3 communities), independent living (3 communities), memory care (3 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Waterford?
Families rate Waterford senior living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 550 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Waterford senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Waterford communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), building and grounds (mentioned for 71%), food and dining (mentioned for 57%). The most common concerns are communication with families (43%), cost and billing (43%), staff attitude (29%).
Are there small senior living homes in Waterford?
Of the 6 Waterford communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Waterford nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Waterford carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.