Residents describe staff as patient, friendly, and easy to work with.
Across the reviews, residents and families repeatedly point to staff who are patient, willing to help, and responsive when issues come up. Multiple reviewers call out specific people for being kind, informative, and not pushy. Even when expectations weren’t met, the feedback still often centers on staff effort and availability rather than outright neglect.
common6 reviews mention this
Careful problem-solving matters
When something goes wrong, staff are described as trying to fix it quickly.
Several reviewers describe getting replacements or follow-up after something broke or didn’t work as expected. In particular, one review focuses on a manager recognizing the situation and arranging replacement items without much hassle. Another describes delivery and installation follow-through, including follow-up adjustments after a setup concern.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Furnishings and repairs draw criticism
Some reviews mention recurring problems with items breaking or needing repair.
A recurring negative thread is that some furniture or items reportedly failed early, with legs snapping or a couch becoming unusable. One reviewer also mentions an exchange/refund dispute that left them dissatisfied with how the issue was handled. While many reviews are positive about service, the quality-and-repair concerns show up often enough to be a notable caveat.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Big Rapids, Michigan, this area offers convenient access to a variety of amenities and services that would cater well to seniors. With multiple transportation options such as Budget Truck Rental, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and All City Cab nearby, getting around the city is made easy. Places of worship like Jehovah's Witnesses and St Paul Catholic Campus Parish provide opportunities for spiritual fulfillment, while parks like Swede Hill Park offer peaceful outdoor spaces for leisurely walks. A range of dining options from R Place to Nawal's Mediterranean Eatery are available for diverse culinary experiences, and pharmacies such as Hometown Pharmacy ensure easy access to medication. Additionally, reputable healthcare facilities like Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital and physicians like Optometric Associates of Big Rapids are within close proximity, ensuring quality medical care is readily available. This area presents a blend of convenience and comfort suitable for senior living.
Transportation
Budget Truck Rental (0.3 miles)
Roben-Hood Airport (0.7 miles)
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (2.2 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (2.3 miles)
All City Cab (2.8 miles)
Rug-Be Bears Limited (3.9 miles)
Places of Worship
Jehovah's Witnesses (1.3 miles)
St Mary and St Paul Parish Big Rapids (1.4 miles)
General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (1.4 miles)
St Paul Catholic Campus Parish (1.4 miles)
St Mary Catholic Parish Church (1.4 miles)
Community of Christ (1.6 miles)
Big Rapids Parish (2.2 miles)
Parks
Swede Hill Park (1.5 miles)
Holland Park (2 miles)
Mitchell Creek Park (2.1 miles)
City Parks (2.1 miles)
Pocket Park (2.2 miles)
Centennial Park (2.4 miles)
West Intramural Fields (2.7 miles)
Restaurants
R Place (1.9 miles)
A&W Restaurant (2 miles)
Blue Cow Cafe (2.2 miles)
Schuberg's Bar & Grill (2.2 miles)
Sawmill Saloon (2.3 miles)
Nawal's Mediterranean Eatery (2.3 miles)
Star Shooter's Bar & Restaurant (2.3 miles)
Cafes
Three Girls Bakery (2.2 miles)
Biggby Coffee (2.9 miles)
Starbucks (3 miles)
Ferris State Univ-Dining Service (3.4 miles)
Physicians
Optometric Associates of Big Rapids (2.2 miles)
Physicians Health Services (2.4 miles)
Spectrum Health Family Medicine (2.5 miles)
Mecosta Health Services (2.5 miles)
Julie A Boss (2.5 miles)
Big Rapids Orthopaedics (2.5 miles)
Pediatric Associates (2.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Hometown Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Martz & Shapley Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Meijer Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2.9 miles)
Lambda Kappa Sigma ΛKΣ - Ferris State University (2.9 miles)
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