Ihm Senior Living Community offers a 1-bedroom unit at a monthly cost of $4,200, which is notably higher than the average costs seen in Monroe County at $2,613 and the state of Michigan at $3,384. This premium pricing reflects the community's commitment to providing comprehensive care and a nurturing environment tailored to seniors' needs. While it may exceed local and state averages, many families find value in the enhanced services, amenities, and personalized support that Ihm provides, which can significantly elevate the overall living experience for residents.
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Ihm Senior Living Community
Monroe County
Michigan
1 Bedroom
$4,200
$2,613
$3,384
Overall Review of Ihm Senior Living Community
differentiator26 reviews mention this
Historic setting and peaceful grounds
Residents and visitors repeatedly describe a historic, peaceful setting.
Many reviews focus on the buildings and grounds, calling the facility beautiful, welcoming, and peaceful. Several mention specific landmarks on site, including the chapel and cathedral-style spaces, plus artwork and historical features. A few also note empty or aging spaces left behind, but even those comments stay tied to the property’s overall character.
common17 reviews mention this
Staff are described as helpful and caring
Staff helpfulness and caring attention come through frequently in reviews.
Across visits and family stories, reviewers describe staff as friendly, professional, and supportive during care and recovery. People also mention positive teamwork and polite interactions, including coordinators and kitchen staff. While most comments are strongly positive, a small number of reviews raise concerns about staff friendliness or responsiveness.
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Nursing and rehabilitation support
Reviews point to skilled nursing and rehabilitation as key services.
Several reviews describe the community in the context of rehab and physical therapy after a hospitalization or injury. Others explicitly mention nursing care and rehabilitation programs. Residents and families connect those services to an overall sense of being well taken care of during recovery.
common4 reviews mention this
Clean, comfortable rooms
Cleanliness and comfortable common areas are part of the positive feedback.
Reviewers frequently describe the facility as clean and comfortable, including when visiting friends or supporting a family member’s recovery. Some also mention room privacy and adaptable room size, tying it to a more manageable experience. One review pairing care with a negative food comment still highlights that caretakers were seen as fabulous.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Some concerns about staff responsiveness
A few reviews raise concerns about staff responsiveness and attitude.
While many comments describe supportive care, a few reviews report staffing that they felt was not attentive or was unkind. One visitor described delayed response when a buzzer kept sounding, and another said they were disappointed with nursing home staff friendliness and truthfulness. One additional review criticized the company as an employer rather than the on-site care experience.
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Features
Housing
58 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
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
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Public House Food + Drink (0.5 miles)
Vince's West Elm Drive-In (0.6 miles)
Taco Bell (0.6 miles)
A&W Restaurant (0.9 miles)
Larson's Bar (1 miles)
American Diner (1.1 miles)
Vaquero's (1.3 miles)
Physicians
Eye Surgeons Associates, PC (0.5 miles)
Audiology Associates (0.7 miles)
Karpenko Andrew MD (0.7 miles)
Michigan Institute of Pain Management (0.7 miles)
Kanti Hiralal Shah (0.7 miles)
Monroe Gastroenterology Clinic (0.7 miles)
Kelly Plastic Surgery (0.7 miles)
Hospitals
Monroe Health Center (0.6 miles)
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital - Radiology (0.7 miles)
Mercy Memorial Hospital (0.7 miles)
Fresenius Medical Care (1 miles)
Mercy Memorial Hospital (13.4 miles)
Cafes
Panera Bread (0.7 miles)
Tim Hortons (0.8 miles)
Farmers Cafe (9.1 miles)
Tim Hortons (14 miles)
Biggby Coffee (14.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Yinger Pharmacy Shoppe (0.7 miles)
Hometown Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Monroe Compounding Center (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
Yinger Pharmacy Shoppe (1 miles)
Meijer Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
Theaters
Phoenix Theatres Monroe Movie Line (0.7 miles)
Places of Worship
Trinity Lutheran Church (0.9 miles)
St Vincent De Paul Society (1.9 miles)
Grace Bible Fellowship (14 miles)
Parks
River Raisin National Battlefield Park (1.5 miles)
Ihm Senior Living Community offers a 1-bedroom unit at a monthly cost of $4,200, which is notably higher than the average costs seen in Monroe County at $2,613 and the state of Michigan at $3,384. This premium pricing reflects the community's commitment to providing comprehensive care and a nurturing environment tailored to seniors' needs. While it may exceed local and state averages, many families find value in the enhanced services, amenities, and personalized support that Ihm provides, which can significantly elevate the overall living experience for residents.
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58 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Compassionate staff in a comfortable, homelike setting.
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