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4.5 from 39 reviews
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Overall Review of Country Meadows
common16 reviews mention this
Staff support is a common focus
Residents repeatedly describe staff who respond quickly and help with day-to-day needs.
Across the reviews, people highlight welcoming, friendly staff—especially the manager—who make moving in and transitions feel manageable. Several residents say maintenance and housekeeping teams are responsive, and they mention having needs handled without much back-and-forth. A few reviews are less positive about management, describing communication gaps or reduced presence, but the overall feedback still centers on staff effort and availability.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upkeep come up often
Many reviewers mention a clean, well-kept environment.
Multiple residents describe the facility as clean and well maintained, including common areas and the apartments. Others mention regular preparation for move-in and ongoing responses that keep the building in good shape. At the same time, a couple of reviews raise specific concerns about maintenance and cleanliness like building washing and a mold issue after a ceiling leak, which contrasts with the more positive upkeep comments.
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Amenities support independent routines
On-site amenities like laundry and an exercise space help residents stay active.
Residents mention practical features such as laundry facilities on each floor, an exercise room, and an elevator, along with an emphasis on having fewer mobility barriers. Reviews also describe shared spaces and activities, including a self-serve library setup and scheduled community events like delivered dinners for holidays. Together, these comments point to day-to-day independence supported by in-building options.
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Security and controlled entry are noted
Several residents mention locked entry and controlled access.
One review describes the property as secure, and another specifically mentions locked front and back doors using an intercom/buzzer. That same reviewer also describes people following posted hallway and elevator instructions during their stay. These comments suggest residents associate the community with a more controlled, safer-feeling entry process.
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Cost concerns and surprise charges
Some residents feel pricing is worse than expected after moving in.
While one reviewer calls the price reasonable, multiple others express frustration with rent increases and additional required charges. In particular, two reviews mention a mandatory cable fee that they say is not included in the rent amount shown, and another review argues the community is not treating lower-income residents fairly under newer management. One of the most critical reviews ties these cost concerns to broader service issues, implying the overall value did not match the promises made.
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Non-smoking enforcement draws criticism
A couple of reviews say non-smoking rules are not enforced consistently.
One resident says they frequently reported smoke in their apartment despite a non-smoking policy, implying follow-through was lacking. Another review also describes continued smoking in a non-smoking building and says the manager does not adequately address it, including complaints about how enforcement is handled. These comments collectively suggest residents who care about smoke control may have had trouble getting consistent results.
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Features
Types of Care
Active Adult Communities (55+)
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Transportation
Mbs International (12 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
Theaters
Bay City 10 GDX (0.2 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.4 miles)
Panera Bread (0.4 miles)
Tim Hortons (1.2 miles)
Cafe One 3 (6 miles)
Restaurants
Red Lobster (0.4 miles)
Bob Evans (0.4 miles)
Blossoms Asian Bistro (0.5 miles)
Burger 81 (0.6 miles)
Applebee's (1.2 miles)
Taco Bell (1.5 miles)
Castaways (1.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (0.6 miles)
Anderson Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Country Drugs (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Rite Aid (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.5 miles)
LaBrenz Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Physicians
Great Lakes Pain Consultants PC - Theron H Grover MD (1 miles)
McLaren Bay Region West Side Medical Mall (1.3 miles)
Bay Regional Pain Management Center (1.4 miles)
Baker Ear Nose & Throat Associates (1.4 miles)
Saginaw Bay Dermatology (1.9 miles)
Boyce Brent M Md Pc (1.9 miles)
Valley Eye Care, P.C.: Scott Vandenbelt, MD (1.9 miles)
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Active Adult Communities (55+)
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Mbs International (12 miles away)
Excellent location with easy access to parks, cafes, pharmacies, physicians, restaurants, places of worship, theater, and hospitals.
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