The Arbors in Michigan City, IN

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The Arbors

The Arbors in Michigan City, IN

The Arbors is a senior community in Michigan City, IN.

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1101 E Coolspring Ave, Michigan City, IN 46360

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.2 from 100 reviews
5 stars
52
4 stars
3
3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of The Arbors

differentiator 2 reviews mention this

Hospice and end-of-life focus

Residents describe hospice and end-of-life support as part of care.

A few reviews mention hospice specifically, including a reference to the Serenity Suite for hospice patients. Another review discusses an end-of-life admission and frames the overall experience through that lens.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Care quality is mixed

Reviews are split between strong care experiences and reports of neglect.

Some families praise the nursing and CNA departments, therapy progress, communication with families, and responsiveness to needs. Others describe serious concerns such as falls without prompt attention, delayed or missed basic care, call-light delays, medication timing problems, and lack of showers. A minority of reviews also mention wound-related care and rehab problems, including reports of inadequate wound care and delayed attention to wounds.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Cleanliness receives conflicting feedback

Residents and families report both very clean conditions and serious cleanliness issues.

Positive reviews say the facility is clean, rooms are cared for, and residents are kept clean and comfortable. Negative reviews repeatedly use harsh language about filth, bad smells, dirty rooms and bathrooms, and infestations. Several of the negative accounts connect these conditions with poor hygiene like missed showers and other basic-care gaps.

common 15 reviews mention this

Staff helpfulness stands out

Many reviewers highlight kind, attentive staff who respond to needs.

Numerous reviews describe staff as caring, kind, and prompt—mentioning friendly greetings, prompt assistance when call lights are used, and staff treating residents with love and respect. Some also praise specific roles like nurses, CNAs, and therapy staff. Even with complaints in other reviews, the recurring counterpoint is that many families felt supported during care decisions and day-to-day interactions.

common 7 reviews mention this

Therapy and wound care vary

Rehab and wound care come up often, with both praise and complaints.

Several reviews credit rehab therapy for improvements, including physical therapy and support for wounds. Others report dissatisfaction with wound care delivery, therapy follow-through, or how long wound treatments were provided. One review also calls out wound care in a way that contrasts their expectations with what they experienced during rehab.

common 8 reviews mention this

Community involvement is frequently mentioned

Reviews frequently mention community events and fundraising.

A number of reviews highlight the facility’s involvement through charity events, coat drives, and fundraising efforts tied to local organizations and research. Several reviewers describe these efforts as a positive part of the organization’s presence in the community. This theme appears in multiple accounts, even when other care-related experiences differ.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Types of Care

  • Day Program Day Program

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Michigan City, Indiana, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple physicians' offices, urgent care centers, and hospitals nearby, residents have access to quality healthcare facilities within a short distance. Places of worship such as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints provide spiritual fulfillment, while restaurants like El Cajete and cafes like Biggby Coffee Shop offer opportunities for socialization and dining out. Additionally, pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are conveniently located for medication needs. For leisure activities, parks such as Creek Ridge County Park and theaters like AMC CLASSIC Michigan City 14 are within reach. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking to live comfortably with easy access to essential services and recreational opportunities.

Physicians

  • Urgent Care Center (0.1 miles)
  • Health Partners Medical Group (0.1 miles)
  • Katariwala Nasar M MD (0.1 miles)
  • Lakeshore Bone & Joint (0.4 miles)
  • MyEyeDr (0.9 miles)
  • Franklin Clinic (1 miles)
  • Sardon Danny C MD (1.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Franciscan Express Care (0.1 miles)
  • Franciscan St Anthony Health (1.5 miles)
  • Wound Care Center At Saint Anthony Hospital (1.5 miles)
  • La Porte Hospital (9.7 miles)
  • Iuhlp Liquidation (9.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (0.5 miles)
  • Queen of All Saints School (0.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • El Cajete (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Carlson's Drive In (0.8 miles)
  • Bubbles Ice Cream Parlor (0.9 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.9 miles)
  • Rios Mexican Food (1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1 miles)

Cafes

  • Biggby Coffee Shop (0.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.9 miles)
  • Fluid Coffee Roasters (2 miles)
  • Lakeshore Coffee & Specialties (2.1 miles)
  • Dune Billies Beach Cafe (2.4 miles)
  • Oink’s Ice Cream and Yogurt (9.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Meijer Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Health Mart Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • Creek Ridge County Park (1.3 miles)
  • Washington Park & Beach (2.8 miles)
  • Red Mill County Park (6.2 miles)
  • Mount Tom (9.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC CLASSIC Michigan City 14 (1.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Carroll Avenue Station (1.5 miles)

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