Kalkidan Afc 2 is an assisted living community in East Lansing, MI.
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5340 Park Lake, East Lansing, MI 48823
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4 from 93 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Kalkidan Afc 2
common23 reviews mention this
Staff is often praised
Many reviewers describe staff members as helpful and caring.
A large share of reviews say the staff is friendly, attentive, and goes out of their way, including during visits and day-to-day interactions. Several residents and families also mention specific people being supportive, along with helpful cleaning and service. There are also negative reviews that criticize management communication or describe staffing levels as too low, but even those notes frequently distinguish the on-site caregivers or individual employees as doing their best.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Dining quality is mixed
Dining gets both strong praise and serious complaints.
Some residents and visitors say the meals are tasty, with examples like a daily salad option and an executive chef who leads the menu announcements. Others are unhappy with meal variety and quality, describing limited choices and food arriving cold or not matching expectations for what families pay. The community does offer meal preparation and service and supports special dietary restrictions, which aligns with residents discussing what they receive at meals.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Activities are inconsistent
Reviewers report big differences in activity availability.
Some reviews describe a steady schedule with daily activities, including puzzles on multiple floors. Others say there were virtually no activities or that trips and programming were canceled due to staffing shortfalls. The community lists scheduled daily activities, but the reviews suggest the experience can depend on staffing and follow-through.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upgrades stand out
Many reviewers mention a clean environment and improvements.
Several reviewers comment on cleanliness, including a clean and quiet property and notes about housekeeping keeping things in good shape. Others highlight recent upgrades and say the facility looks well cared for. A smaller group of reviews contradicts that, describing missed cleaning and unclean conditions, including concerns about apartments not being cleaned.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Pricing feels high for service
Many concerns focus on rent increases and value.
Multiple reviews criticize the cost, including rent increases and what families feel they are paying for. Some reviewers say promised amenities, cleaning, or support did not match the fees, while one review describes billing after a hospitalization and later refund delays. While the community lists housekeeping and move-in coordination as part of the offering, the reviews indicate expectations aren’t always met after move-in.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Care help depends on staffing
Care support appears strong in some reviews but unreliable in others.
Residents and families sometimes describe feeling secure with on-site support and say caregiver help makes daily life easier. Reviews also mention assistance with daily needs and coordination around health-related needs. But several critical reviews describe insufficient staffing, breakdowns in responsiveness, and a lack of follow-through on promised help, including concerns around emergency response and daily activity assistance.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Capital City (8 miles away)
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
Parks
Hidden River Park (0.5 miles)
Patriarche Park (1.4 miles)
Lake Lansing Park South (2.4 miles)
Places of Worship
Ascension Lutheran Church (0.7 miles)
University Reformed Church (1.1 miles)
Faith Lutheran Church (2.4 miles)
Physicians
Neurofeedback of East Lansing (0.8 miles)
Katranji Hand Center (1 miles)
Katranji Reconstructive Surgery Institute (1 miles)
Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine (1.2 miles)
MSU Urology (1.3 miles)
MSU Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (1.5 miles)
Total Family Health Care (1.5 miles)
Restaurants
Red Cedar Spirits (0.8 miles)
Fiesta Charra (1 miles)
Tasty Twist (1.1 miles)
Pizza House (1.3 miles)
Sansu (1.4 miles)
Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.5 miles)
Five Guys Burgers & Fries (1.5 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.1 miles)
Koi Tea (1.3 miles)
Chapelure (1.4 miles)
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Biggby Coffee (1.8 miles)
Foster Coffee Company (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (1.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Msu Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Health Mart Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2 miles)
Rite Aid (2.2 miles)
Transportation
Amtrak (2.7 miles)
Hospitals
McLaren Greater Lansing Comprehensive Stroke Center (3.5 miles)
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Capital City (8 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Compassionate staff and a continuous care option that lets couples stay together.
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