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Retirement Living In St. Joseph County - Michigan
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An abundance of freshwater lakes and rivers along with farm land and a growing number of parks offering water sports, petting zoo and nature walks.St. Joseph County is geographically located 2 1/2 hours from either Detroit or Chicago with a rural, slower paced lifestyle yet with all amenities needed. We have golf courses, a ski resort, plenty of restaurants, cafes and shops along with big box stores familiar to all.
Includes Cities/Towns: Centreville, Constantine, Sturgis, Three Rivers.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
The rivers and lakes are exceptionally clean offering an abundance of water recreation, including canoeing, kayaking, swimming, boating, water skiing, fishing and relaxing boat rides. Some of the lakes even have restaurants located on them. Our Parks system offer additional opportunities to enjoy the lakes and rivers along with walking, running and biking trails, disc golf and a petting zoo. Each of our small communities has a festival or two throughout the summer months offering outdoor concerts, parades, vendor shows, car shows, carnival rides and a festival atmosphere. There are several art galleries and historical museums to enjoy too!
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Downtown Three Rivers has a Carnegie Center for the Arts which holds exhibits and classes year round for all ages along with a beautifully restores historic theater offering a variety of live and film shows. There is also a historic museum called the Silliman House with displays and blacksmith demonstrations and the Historical Society also downtown Three Rivers offers a variety of exhibits. There are dance studios in Three Rivers and Sturgis and additional museums in other parts of the county too.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
We offer a public transportation busing system that runs both circle lines and individual runs.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
There are 2 hospitals in the county: Three Rivers Health and Sturgis Hospital. Both offer many services as well as off campus clinics. There are individual clinics avaialble as well.
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In St. Joseph County, Michigan?
St. Joseph County does not experience natural disasters like many other parts of the country. It is a very rare occasion to experience something that would qualify. We have had a slight shaking with no damage that was declared an earthquake and tornadoes that will tear up trees every 10 years or so and an occasional flood with minimal damage but we experience all 4 seasons here with a low risk for natural disasters.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
16
F°
24
F°
31
F°
Feb
18
F°
27
F°
35
F°
Mar
26
F°
36
F°
46
F°
Apr
37
F°
48
F°
59
F°
May
48
F°
59
F°
70
F°
Jun
57
F°
69
F°
80
F°
Jul
61
F°
72
F°
83
F°
Aug
59
F°
70
F°
81
F°
Sep
51
F°
63
F°
74
F°
Oct
40
F°
51
F°
62
F°
Nov
32
F°
40
F°
48
F°
Dec
21
F°
28
F°
35
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
28
3
Feb
0
25
2
Mar
0
23
0
Apr
0
9
0
May
0
1
0
Jun
2
0
0
Jul
4
0
0
Aug
2
0
0
Sep
1
0
0
Oct
0
6
0
Nov
0
16
0
Dec
0
27
1
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
2
"
13
20
%
Feb
2
"
10
21
%
Mar
2
"
10
27
%
Apr
3
"
12
36
%
May
4
"
12
46
%
Jun
4
"
10
57
%
Jul
4
"
10
61
%
Aug
4
"
10
61
%
Sep
4
"
10
54
%
Oct
3
"
11
42
%
Nov
3
"
12
33
%
Dec
3
"
14
24
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
10
"
21
8
Feb
8
"
16
6
Mar
4
"
6
3
Apr
1
"
0
1
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
2
"
2
2
Dec
12
"
14
8
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
St. Joseph County, MI
St. Joseph County, Michigan cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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Group homes
Residential care facility
Apartments
Houses
RV Parks
Assisted Living
Nursing homes
State veteran home
Condos
Over 50 Communities
The cost of living in St. Joseph County is very reasonable for both a homeowner and a renter and there are a variety of housing options available.
Senior Assistance in
St. Joseph County, MI
St. Joseph County, Michigan offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
We have an active Commission on Aging in our County that serves our elderly population well, in addition we have a several quality nursing homes and companies offering in home care.
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does St. Joseph County Offer For Retirees?
Our Commission on Aging works with our business community to fill volunteer and job opportunities in our County
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