Overall Review of Vassar Fields Assisted Living II
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Staff kindness and attentiveness
Residents and families describe staff who are patient, compassionate, and responsive to needs.
Across the reviews, residents and families consistently describe staff as friendly and caring, with an emphasis on patience and respectful daily support. Multiple reviewers mention staff treating people like family and showing compassion during care and communication. A few reviews also point to leadership being approachable and helpful when questions come up, including during transitions into the community.
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Facility stays clean and well kept
Reviews repeatedly highlight a clean, well maintained building and a welcoming atmosphere.
Many reviewers describe the building as very clean and well maintained, often mentioning it feels inviting when they arrive. Several reviews connect cleanliness with comfort, describing the facility as home-like and organized. A few comments also note the environment staying “immaculate” or “always” well kept, reinforcing that presentation is part of what people notice first.
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Activities and community events
Residents are kept engaged through scheduled activities and community events.
Residents, family members, and visitors describe an active calendar that includes events like bingo, crafts, live music, and seasonal celebrations. Several reviews mention attending activities in person and enjoying the atmosphere, while others describe staff bringing activities to residents who may not get out much. The reviews also suggest meals and activities are planned as part of daily life, not occasional add-ons.
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Pricing runs on the higher side
Some pricing information suggests the community may be priced above typical benchmarks.
The listing pricing profile provided indicates the community’s rates are above common reference points rather than below them. If budget matters for your decision, it may be worth confirming total monthly costs and what’s included for the specific care and apartment type you’re considering.
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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
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
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Places of Worship
Grace Lutheran Church (0.7 miles)
Wels (0.8 miles)
First Presbyterian Church (0.9 miles)
Greater Ephesians Church of God (1.6 miles)
Greater Ephesians\ Midwest College of Theology (1.6 miles)
Holiness Missionary Church (3.8 miles)
Blessed Trinity Catholic Church (6.8 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
Cork Pine Eatery & Saloon (1 miles)
CandyLand (1 miles)
Blasius (2.9 miles)
Subway (6.1 miles)
Millington Inn (6.1 miles)
Millington Inn (6.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (0.8 miles)
Allen Medical Building (0.9 miles)
Good Neighbor Pharmacy (6.6 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (7.2 miles)
Rite Aid (7.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (7.3 miles)
The Pursuit (7.3 miles)
Theaters
Vassar Theatre (1 miles)
Cafes
Christmas Cafe (1 miles)
Tim Hortons (7.3 miles)
Kernel Benny’s Popcorn (7.4 miles)
Frankenmuth Kaffee Haus (7.4 miles)
Zehnder's Snowfest (7.6 miles)
Asilynot Coffee (10.2 miles)
Starbucks (12.1 miles)
Transportation
Huron & Eastern Saginaw Valley Railroad (1.8 miles)
Mid-Michigan Railroad (1.8 miles)
Garth (8.5 miles)
Tuscola Area Airport (CFS) (10.5 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (12.2 miles)
Parks
Sandbox Motocross Park (4.2 miles)
Heritage Park (7.3 miles)
Bavarian Inn Lodge Family Fun Center (7.4 miles)
Reese Community Park (7.9 miles)
Murphy Lake (8 miles)
Indianfields Twp Park (10.6 miles)
Physicians
John S Georgakopoulos DO (7.2 miles)
Frankenmuth Family Care (7.2 miles)
Dr Greenwell's Office (7.3 miles)
Beasecker Scott E MD (7.3 miles)
Andersen Eye Associates (7.4 miles)
St Mary's of Michigan (8.2 miles)
Scott C. Mcdougall (8.2 miles)
Hospitals
Covenant Healthcare (7.2 miles)
Saginaw County Other Public Health Clinics (7.2 miles)
Vassar Fields Assisted Living II is located at 5830 Frankenmuth Road, Vassar, MI 48768 in Tuscola County, Michigan
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