Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, professional, and responsive to needs.
Across the reviews, residents and families describe staff who feel welcoming and professional, and who go out of their way to help. Multiple reviews specifically call out day-to-day responsivenessâanswering questions quickly, checking on residents throughout the day, and addressing changing needs. Residents also describe a sense of dignity and compassion, even when care needs were complex.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
24-hour supervision brings reassurance
Families describe feeling reassured by the communityâs around-the-clock supervision.
Several reviews focus on the peace of mind that comes with care that is there when families need it, including comments about secure daily support. One reviewer highlights 24-hour care specifically, while others describe being able to be there day and night or having confidence leaving a loved one in staff care. The community also explicitly offers 24-hour supervision and assistance with daily living, plus medication management and coordination with health care providers.
common4 reviews mention this
Memory care support is highlighted
Residents in memory care are described as treated with patience and compassion.
Reviews that mention memory care describe staff who take time with residents and focus on safety, comfort, and familiarity. Families also describe communication and supportive visits during disruptions, along with staff who help residents understand their environment. This aligns with the community offering assisted living services and structured care that includes activities, assistance with daily living, and coordination with medical providers.
caveat12 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed, with calls for improvements
Dining is praised by some families, but others report meals fall short.
Some reviews say the food is great, excellent, or good and varied, and a few mention cooks making an effort to support special diets. At the same time, other residents report recurring concerns such as bland or institutional meals, limited variety, and specific menu items they didnât like. One review also asks to see the menu and describes being told meals are decided by management despite concerns.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities and events keep residents engaged
Many residents enjoy regular activities and guest events.
Several reviews mention a schedule of community activities and events, including regular entertainment and faith-related gatherings. Families also describe ongoing activities and guest performers that give residents something to look forward to. The community provides scheduled daily activities and community-sponsored activities, which fits what families report about resident engagement.
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Nearby medical options add convenience
The location is described as convenient for connecting with nearby care.
One review notes the community is across from the Munson medical campus, and another describes care coordination that involves outside medical personnel and a local hospital. Nearby options in multiple categoriesâincluding physician offices and a hospitalâalso support the day-to-day practicality families describe.
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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
Cherry Capital (4 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
Nearby Places of Interest
Places of Worship
Wilkins James (0.2 miles)
First Congregational Church (5.3 miles)
Williamsburg United Methodist Church (5.4 miles)
St Francis Catholic Church (6.2 miles)
Bible Baptist Church (6.3 miles)
Restaurants
Burger King (1.6 miles)
Hopscotch Brick Oven & Taproom (1.9 miles)
Don's Drive In (1.9 miles)
Bob Evans (2 miles)
Red Mesa Grill (2.1 miles)
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf (2.3 miles)
Osorio Tacos Y Salsas (2.9 miles)
Parks
Acme Roadside Park (2.2 miles)
Bayside Park (2.8 miles)
Traverse City State Park (5.1 miles)
Bryant Park (5.2 miles)
Hull Park (5.6 miles)
Medalie Park (5.6 miles)
Ranch Rudolph Playground (6.3 miles)
Physicians
Women's Health Pavilion (2.8 miles)
Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic, PC (2.9 miles)
Yorkshire Manor is located at 3735 Yorkshire Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686 in Grand Traverse County, Michigan
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Cherry Capital (4 miles away)
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
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Small, personalized setting with 24/7 supervision and comprehensive care.
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