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Whispering Pines Senior Living in Lake City, MI

Whispering Pines Senior Living is an assisted living community in Lake City, MI.

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Whispering Pines Senior Living in Lake City, MI

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, nautical-themed bedding, and soft natural light.

  • Outdoors

    A community entrance sign for Whispering Pines, surrounded by greenery and trees.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with nautical-themed decor and simple furnishings.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a blue sofa, an armchair, artwork on the wall, and a lamp on a side table.

  • Building

    A large house with a spacious lawn under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

  • Architecture

    A modern two-story house with a landscaped garden and flower beds.

  • Trees

    A two-story house with a well-kept lawn and a white gazebo in the front yard.

  • Windows

    A modern living room with patterned armchairs and minimalist wall art.

  • Landscaping

    A tranquil garden pond with a small waterfall surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

  • Kitchen

    Modern kitchen with white cabinets and appliances.

  • Entrance

    A modern house with a grand entrance and landscaped surroundings.

  • Artwork

    A well-furnished living room with a black sofa, patterned armchairs, and artwork on the wall.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room setup featuring two modern armchairs in front of a stone fireplace, complemented by a decorative painting above.

  • Outdoor

    A spacious outdoor patio featuring columns and patio furniture under a clear sky.

2353 South Lachance Road, Lake City, MI 49651

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 32 reviews
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Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2021

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Overall Review of Whispering Pines Senior Living

common 20 reviews mention this

Staff care is a consistent theme

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, attentive, and responsive to needs.

Across many reviews, residents and families describe staff members as kind, polite, patient, and genuinely invested in residents. Several reviewers also highlight responsiveness—checking on safety, addressing needs, and providing supportive help for daily life and mobility. Even when reviews mention concerns about administration, they still call out the workers as strong and compassionate.

common 9 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style meals get praise

Meals stand out, with residents describing good food and plenty of variety.

Multiple reviews mention meals in positive terms, including food that smells great, looks yummy, and is described as excellent with variation and choice. Residents also reference enjoying lunch experiences and dining while visiting. The community offers restaurant-style dining and supports special diets like diabetes and other restrictions.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe a steady mix of activities, from scheduled events to music and social time.

Reviews frequently mention activities happening on-site, including scheduled daily activities and options residents can join. Several people point to music events and ongoing social connection, and one reviewer also describes time spent with other residents. The community also runs fitness and day-trip programming and includes resident-run activities.

common 7 reviews mention this

Apartments and upkeep impress

Many reviewers comment on the well-kept building and the quality of the apartments.

Several reviews describe the community as beautiful and very well maintained, with apartments that feel pleasant and functional. People also mention spacious, safe living spaces and the overall atmosphere they noticed during visits. A number of reviewers also point to improvements the community has made over time.

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Specialized wellness program stands out

Residents mention meaningful wellness support that helps with mobility and daily functioning.

At least a couple of reviews describe personal progress tied to wellness programming and hands-on support. One reviewer specifically credits a program by name for improved mobility and walking, and another describes receiving helpful support alongside ongoing care during a longer stay. The community’s wellness focus is also reflected in its structured care services and medication and meal support.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 60 resident community capacity 60 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

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
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

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

Places of Worship

  • Lucas Christian Reformed Church (1.1 miles)
  • South Community United Methodist Church (3.8 miles)
  • McBain Christian Reformed Church (4 miles)
  • Emmanuel Lutheran Church (4.6 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (4.7 miles)
  • Covenant Life Church (5.1 miles)
  • Northern Light Church of God (5.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Subway (4 miles)
  • Reedy's Restaurant (4.2 miles)
  • Herraduras Mexican Grill (5.5 miles)
  • Big Boy (5.6 miles)
  • Primos BBQ (5.8 miles)
  • Orange Julius (5.8 miles)
  • Roaring 20's Saloon (6.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Family Health Care - Great Lakes Family Care McBain (4.2 miles)
  • Great Lakes Family Care (4.2 miles)
  • Cadillac Family Physicians (5.3 miles)
  • Family Health Care (5.3 miles)
  • Family Health Care - Great Lakes Family Care (5.3 miles)
  • Cadillac Cancer Care Center (5.3 miles)
  • Great Lakes Family Care (5.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • McBain Family Pharmacy (4.2 miles)
  • McBain (4.2 miles)
  • Cobbs Street Pharmacy (5.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (5.9 miles)
  • Glen's Pharmacy (5.9 miles)
  • Family Fare Supermarkets (5.9 miles)
  • Cadillac Family Pharmacy (6.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Tim Hortons (4.9 miles)
  • Tonys Park Place Cafe (6.2 miles)
  • All Beans Coffee Company (7.5 miles)
  • Biggby Coffee (7.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital (5.6 miles)
  • Mercy Hospital Cadillac (5.6 miles)
  • Advance Foot & Ankle Center (5.7 miles)

Theaters

  • GQT Cadillac 4 (6.1 miles)

Parks

  • City Park - Cadillac Commons (6.1 miles)
  • Diggins Park (6.4 miles)
  • Chris Blackburn Skate Park (6.6 miles)
  • White Pine Trail State Park (6.6 miles)
  • Kenwood Heritage Park (8 miles)

Transportation

  • Great Lakes Central Railroad (6.3 miles)
  • Great Lake Central (7 miles)
  • Star Truck Rentals (7.4 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.6 miles)

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