Bridges Crisis Unit (Adult Foster Care) in Lansing, MI
Bridges Crisis Unit (Adult Foster Care) is an assisted living community in Lansing, MI.
Information last verified:
812 East Jolly Road, Lansing, MI 48910
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.6 from 81 reviews
5 stars
27
4 stars
3
3 stars
2
2 stars
7
1 stars
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Overall Review of Bridges Crisis Unit (Adult Foster Care)
common7 reviews mention this
Help is described as available
Residents describe getting support quickly when they need it.
A number of reviewers say the team was there when they called, checked in, or needed help with next steps. One resident described counselors being available “ANY time” during a stay, and others credited case managers and crisis staff with helping them feel safer or more stable. Several comments also mention flexibility and being coached through treatment rather than being left to handle things alone.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Bridges crisis support is mixed
Reviews about the Bridges crisis unit range from life-saving to not enough help.
Some reviewers say the Bridges Residential Crisis Unit and crisis teams made a major difference during a crisis, including assessment and transfers that helped them get through a dangerous period. Others describe delays, limited capacity, or being turned away when they needed reassessment or transfer help. A few also criticize the criteria and outcomes of crisis screening, saying support was limited unless specific conditions were met at the time.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Staff conduct and communication concerns
Multiple reviewers report rudeness, condescension, or unprofessional communication.
Alongside positive experiences, several reviewers describe encounters that felt disrespectful or dismissive, including front-office behavior and crisis interactions. Some mention missed opportunities to answer questions, being treated like they were not important, or staff not following through on promises about resources. Others go further, describing serious concerns about how care was handled during intake, check-in, or medication-related conversations.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Insurance and entry feel restrictive
Reviewers frequently say access depends on coverage and scheduling.
Several reviews describe being refused or unable to get help because of insurance status, including not having insurance, not having Medicaid, or having private insurance with limited provider availability. Others mention call problems or delays that made it harder to get an intake or appointment started. There are also comments about internal authorization and reimbursement steps affecting whether services could continue.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Crisis outcomes described as inconsistent
Some reviewers say crisis visits did not keep them safe or supported.
A subset of reviewers describe crisis visits where they felt the response was too limited for the situation, including being sent away or not receiving the level of ongoing support they expected. Others describe being told their “job was done” after short interactions or that their situation did not meet criteria. At the same time, a smaller number of reviews report the opposite, describing crisis visits as effective at stabilizing them.
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Features
Housing
20 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Capital City (7 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
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
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.4 miles)
Target Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
Mclaren Drug Shop Irmcp (1.5 miles)
Ingham Regional Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.5 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.5 miles)
Dan's Coney Island (0.5 miles)
Taco Bell (0.6 miles)
Fazoli's (0.6 miles)
Applebee's (1.1 miles)
Culver's (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (1.3 miles)
Physicians
Cardiology Consultants PC (0.8 miles)
Delta Medical Center (0.9 miles)
Lansing Oral Surgery (1.2 miles)
Lansing Orthopedic PC (1.4 miles)
Allergy And Asthma Consultants Of Mid-Michigan (1.6 miles)
Lansing Oral Surgery (1.7 miles)
South Side Medical Center - Douglas R Vanderjagt Do (1.7 miles)
Parks
Hawk Island County Park (1 miles)
Quentin Park (2.8 miles)
Frances Park (3.5 miles)
Rotary Park (3.7 miles)
Deadman's Hill Park (3.8 miles)
Cafes
Panera Bread (1.1 miles)
Starbucks (1.6 miles)
Tim Hortons (2.9 miles)
Biggby Coffee (3.2 miles)
Biggby Coffee (4.1 miles)
Hospitals
Ingham Regional Orthopedic (1.5 miles)
McLaren Greater Lansing (1.6 miles)
Ingham Regional Medical Center (1.6 miles)
McLaren Greater Lansing Comprehensive Stroke Center (2.6 miles)
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20 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Capital City (7 miles away)
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Food generally satisfactory and activities are available for residents.
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