Brooklyn Group Home is an assisted living community in Grand Rapids, MI.
Information last verified:
3547 Brooklyn Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
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
Transportation
Kent County International (6 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
Description
The Brooklyn Group Home in Grand Rapids, MI is a warm and inviting assisted living community that offers a range of amenities to meet the needs and preferences of its residents. The fully furnished rooms provide a comfortable and cozy living space, while the dining room offers delicious meals prepared by our skilled staff who are able to accommodate special dietary restrictions.
Residents can enjoy the beautiful outdoor space and garden, perfect for relaxation and socializing with fellow residents. Housekeeping services ensure that the community remains clean and well-maintained at all times. Wi-Fi/high-speed internet is available throughout the premises, allowing residents to stay connected with loved ones and engage in online activities.
Our dedicated care team provides assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and transfers. We also coordinate with health care providers to ensure that residents receive appropriate medical care. Our staff is trained in diabetes management and can provide specialized diets as needed. Medication management services are available to help ensure that residents take their medications safely and on time.
Transportation arrangements are made for medical appointments, ensuring that residents have reliable transportation when needed. Additionally, nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals offer ample opportunities for entertainment and convenience.
At the Brooklyn Group Home in Grand Rapids, MI, we strive to create a supportive community where residents can live comfortably while receiving the assistance they need. With our range of amenities and convenient location near various amenities within the community's vicinity, we aim to enhance our residents' overall quality of life.
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Emergency Response Training (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
Restaurants
Taco Bell (1.2 miles)
Mr Burger (1.3 miles)
Village Inn (1.7 miles)
Silver Derby (2 miles)
McDonald's (2.2 miles)
Taco Bell (2.2 miles)
Brigg's Dairy Treat (2.7 miles)
Physicians
Spectrum Health (1.3 miles)
Rx Optical (1.8 miles)
Dr. Philip Hunt (2.7 miles)
Keil Lasik Vision Center (3 miles)
Psychiatric Associates Of West Michigan (3 miles)
Adolescent and Family Behavioral Health Services (3.2 miles)
Emergency Care Specialists (3.8 miles)
Cafes
Real Food Cafe (1.5 miles)
Starbucks (2.5 miles)
Starbucks (2.8 miles)
Starbucks (3.5 miles)
Rowster New American Coffee (4 miles)
The Intersection (4.6 miles)
Parks
Chesebro Park (1.9 miles)
Lemery Park (4.3 miles)
Places of Worship
Christ Church-Pca (2 miles)
St Mark Lutheran Church (2.3 miles)
Madison Square Christian Reformed Church (2.8 miles)
Church of the Servant (3.8 miles)
Temple Emanuel (4.5 miles)
Hospitals
Spectrum Health Lab (2.1 miles)
Blodgett Hospital (3.8 miles)
St Marys Hospital (4.3 miles)
Trinity Health Birth Center - Grand Rapids Hospital (4.3 miles)
Richard J. Lacks Sr. Cancer Center (4.3 miles)
Pine Rest: Van Andel Center (4.6 miles)
Pine Rest: Mulder Therapy Center (4.6 miles)
Theaters
Phoenix Theaters (2.7 miles)
Celebration Cinema Stu (4.6 miles)
Studio Park (4.6 miles)
Transportation
Amtrak - Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station (4.3 miles)
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