Whittaker House is an assisted living community in Ypsilanti, MI.
Information last verified:
5880 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
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
Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (13 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
Description
Whittaker House in Ypsilanti, MI is a fully furnished assisted living community that offers a range of amenities and care services to enhance the quality of life for its residents. The community features a dining room where delicious meals are prepared and served, taking into consideration any special dietary restrictions.
Residents can enjoy spending time outdoors in the beautiful garden or take part in scheduled daily activities that cater to their interests and preferences. The community also provides housekeeping services to ensure a clean and comfortable environment.
At Whittaker House, residents receive assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. The staff also coordinates with health care providers to ensure that all medical needs are met. Medication management is available to help residents stay on top of their prescribed medications.
Transportation arrangements are made for medical appointments, allowing residents to easily access necessary healthcare services. Wi-Fi/high-speed internet and telephone services are provided to keep residents connected with their loved ones.
In the surrounding area, there are several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals in close proximity to Whittaker House.
Overall, Whittaker House provides a welcoming and comfortable environment for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks while offering various amenities and care services to cater to their needs.
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
County Pharmacy Services (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)
Meijer Pharmacy (4 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.7 miles)
Tim Hortons (1.4 miles)
Tim Hortons (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (5.3 miles)
Starbucks (5.3 miles)
Biggby Coffee (6.4 miles)
Starbucks (6.6 miles)
Hospitals
Forest Health Medical Center (2.4 miles)
Affiliated Podiatrists PC (4.7 miles)
St Joseph Mercy Hospital (4.7 miles)
Serenity Home Care & Rehab Services (6.6 miles)
DaVita Belleville Dialysis (6.6 miles)
Biotronic International (6.6 miles)
VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System (7.8 miles)
Physicians
Huron Valley Radiology (2.6 miles)
Huron Ophthalmology (4.4 miles)
Ayers Jonathan W T MD (4.5 miles)
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery - Ann Arbor (4.6 miles)
Michigan Sportsmedicine and Orthopedic Center (4.6 miles)
Whittaker House is located at 5880 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 in Washtenaw County, Michigan
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