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American House Grosse Pointe Cottage in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

American House Grosse Pointe Cottage is an assisted living and memory care community in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI.

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American House Grosse Pointe Cottage in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and elegant decor.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, sofa, and stylish decor.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring stylish furnishings and modern decor.
  • Building

    A picturesque view of a historical building with lush greenery and a flag waving in the breeze.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy studio apartment featuring a kitchen area and a single bed, designed for efficient living.
  • Trees

    An aerial view showcasing a mix of historic buildings surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Landscaping

    A spacious patio area featuring elegant outdoor furniture and a decorative tree.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen interior with a countertop, pendant lighting, and a seating area.
  • Lighting

    A modern salon interior featuring stylish chairs, mirrors, and storage cabinets.
  • Outdoor

    A sunny courtyard featuring brick buildings, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and clear blue skies.
  • Lobby

    A cozy and inviting lobby area featuring a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and decorative plants.
  • Natural Light

    A cozy reading area featuring a wooden bookshelf filled with books, a round table surrounded by chairs, and plenty of natural light from large windows.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A well-equipped physical therapy gym featuring various exercise machines and a welcoming atmosphere.

161 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

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4.7 from 61 reviews
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Overall Review of American House Grosse Pointe Cottage

differentiator 15 reviews mention this

Food and dining stand out

Residents repeatedly describe consistently good food at the community.

Food and dining show up often in the reviews, including praise for dinners, specific items like cannoli, and event meals at celebrations. Several reviewers also mention the community’s overall culinary program or highlight lunch and dining spaces. When families attend community events, they tend to come away mentioning the meals as a highlight.

common 34 reviews mention this

Caring staff drives the experience

Many reviewers say the staff is caring, helpful, and responsive.

Across reviews, residents and families describe staff and caregivers as patient, courteous, and attentive. Several people mention day-to-day support through care needs, comfort, and reassurance, including specific caregiver praise. Communication is generally described positively, though one reviewer reported an issue when trying to reach someone after hours and another flagged admissions/assessment handling as not professional.

differentiator 2 reviews mention this

Memory care programming feels personalized

Memory care residents are supported through engaged activities.

Reviewers who referenced the memory care area specifically highlight the activities director’s involvement and the sense that residents are known and valued. Another family member also describes high morale among nursing and aides while their loved one participates in weekly activities in memory care. Together, these comments point to a structured, relationship-focused approach to daily engagement.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Rooms feel tight for some

Some residents and families mention smaller, darker rooms.

A couple of reviewers say the apartments and even parts of the dining area feel small. One also notes limited outdoor space. Others do describe rooms as clean and apartment-like, but these mixed comments suggest the floorplan size may be a deciding factor for prospective residents.

common 4 reviews mention this

Location is a frequent convenience

Reviewers often cite the location as convenient for families.

Several reviews emphasize the community’s position in Grosse Pointe, pointing to nearby shops, restaurants, and coffee options. One reviewer also calls out the walkability to local conveniences, while another frames the location as the community’s main attribute for families. Nearby options in the area include medical centers and pharmacies close to the community.

common 7 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and upkeep are consistent

Multiple reviewers mention the community is very clean and well maintained.

Cleaning and maintenance come up repeatedly, with reviewers describing the facility as clean, immaculate, and well maintained. Some also mention renovations and a refreshed feel in the building. Even when other concerns are raised, cleanliness is generally not the target of the complaint.

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Features

Housing

  • 77 resident community capacity 77 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Hospice Agency Hospice Agency
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • Henry Ford Medical Center (0 miles)
  • St John Hospital & Medical Center (1.7 miles)
  • Select Specialty Hospital (1.7 miles)
  • Detroit Receiving Hospital (8.3 miles)
  • DMC Heart Hospital (8.4 miles)
  • Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute (8.5 miles)
  • Harper University Hospital (8.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Grosse Pointe United Methodist Church (1 miles)
  • St Joan Of Arc Church (3.9 miles)
  • St Charles Church (5.9 miles)
  • St John's Presbyterian Church (7.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cadieux Cafe (1.3 miles)
  • Joseph's Coney Island (3.4 miles)
  • National Coney Island (3.8 miles)
  • Little Caesars Pizza (4.1 miles)
  • Gilbert's Lodge (4.4 miles)
  • Wally's Frozen Custard (4.5 miles)
  • Shores Inn Food & Spirits (4.8 miles)

Parks

  • Matthew C Patterson Park (2.6 miles)
  • Windmill Pointe Park (2.9 miles)
  • Lakewood Park (5.2 miles)
  • Belle Isle Park (6.1 miles)
  • Lac St Claire Park (6.9 miles)
  • Valade Park (7.3 miles)
  • William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor (7.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Pointes Allergy And As (4.7 miles)
  • Childrens Hospital Of Michigan Specialty Center - Detroit (8.2 miles)
  • University Health Center (8.4 miles)
  • Beaumont East Area Family Physicians (8.6 miles)
  • Windsor Regional Hospital (9.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Tim Hortons (5.8 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (6.1 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (6.5 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (7.1 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (8.4 miles)
  • The Bean Bar (8.8 miles)

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