Whispering Pines is an assisted living community in Escanaba, MI.
Information last verified:
3220 14Th Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Delta County (1 miles away)
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 Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesWhispering Pines in Escanaba, MI is a fully furnished assisted living community that offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle for seniors. Residents can enjoy the amenities provided such as the dining room, outdoor space, and access to Wi-Fi/high-speed internet.
The community provides various care services to assist residents with their daily activities including bathing, dressing, and transfers. The staff also coordinates with healthcare providers to ensure that residents receive the necessary medical attention. For those with specific dietary needs, special dietary restrictions are taken into consideration when preparing meals.
Residents can engage in scheduled daily activities to stay active and socialize with their peers. Additionally, Whispering Pines is conveniently located near cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, places of worship, and hospitals for easy access to additional services.
Whispering Pines in Escanaba, MI is committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment where seniors can receive the assistance they need while maintaining their independence and enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.
Whispering Pines is located at 3220 14Th Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829 in Delta County, Michigan
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