3956 Whispering Way Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
"I had a zoom tour of this facility. I saw the assisted living private studio room. For an older community, the room was...
1055 Forest Hill Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
"It was very nice including the dining room. It's near my home right now. The staff was very willing to help you. The...
730 Forest Hill Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
"Having lived in many places and having observed my family when I heard about "this place" and visited, I saw exceptional...
1225 Spaulding Ave., Grand Rapids, MI 49546
"We chose Cascade Trails Senior Living for mom. We found that the assisted living in Michigan was a lot more assisted...
4352 Breton Road Southeast, Kentwood, MI 49512
"We visited here, and it was a very nice facility. The rooms were much smaller, but the grounds were very nice. It is a...
2708 Meyer Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49519
"I went to look at The Cortland Wyoming. I like the atmosphere and the things that they offer. The facility was very...
6117 Charlevoix Woods CT SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
"We toured here, and it was very good. The staff was very good and very friendly. It was clean, it was a smaller...
3041 Charlevoix Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
"The Sunrise of Cascade was very nice, but it's a little more expensive than the other ones I saw. I couldn't carefully...
3740 Vista Springs Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
"My grandfather chose Northview Manor as an assisted living option for my grandmother after she suffered multiple...
2482 Waldon Woods Dr SW, Wyoming, MI 49519
We know that nothing matters more than family. At Wyoming Woods, our mission is to take care of every single resident...
1175 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
"We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids. We didn't have an appointment. We just walked in and asked if we...
5812 Village Dr SW, Wyoming, MI 49519
"We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at North Byron. We loved it. If it had been more affordable, that's where my dad...
3939 44th Street SW, Grandville, MI 49418
"The staff cared for our father as if he was family"
3555 Copper River Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49418
"Rivertown Ridge was beautiful, but it wasn't for my aunt. It was too big. We saw several rooms. She was with us and she...
6070 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341
"Rooms are very nice Clean, good size Nice floor plan"
8001 Cottonwood Drive, Jenison, MI 49428
"My parents will be moving into American House Jenison. We put a deposit down and we're on a waitlist. It just felt like...
2115 84th Street Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315
"Byron Center Manor was good. The staff seemed very helpful and friendly. It was an older facility and that showed a...
2885 10 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341
"StoryPoint Rockford is excellent. They're very clean and very punctual. We have exercise classes, entertainment, and...
11911 James St, Holland, MI 49424
"American House Holland was beautiful and gorgeous. The rooms were beautiful and seemed to be bigger, and the staff was...
4791 E Mount Garfield Road, Fruitport, MI 49415
"The thing I like the most about Woodland Gardens is the price. It's not real fancy, but that's fine because my husband...
Assisted Living
Alyce
5.0
Review of The Cortland Riverside Gardens
My friend is very happy with The Cortland Riverside Gardens. I don't know anything about the food, but everything else is neat, clean and appealing. She has kind of like a kitchenette. When you...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your friend’s experience with The Cortland Riverside Gardens. We’re glad to hear she’s happy and that you found the community clean, welcoming, and well-equipped. We...
Assisted Living
Tino9
5.0
Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris
The guy at Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris was phenomenal. He showed me the rooms, he showed me the facilities, and he showed me where they make the dinners. The guy was on top of...
Assisted Living
MaryLou
4.0
Review of MediLodge of Grand Rapids
My sister likes MediLodge of Grand Rapids. It's a homey place. Some of the other places were beautiful, but they didn't fit her. It's close to where I live. I think my sister will be happy there....
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Agency of Western Michigan, Inc. | 888-456-5664 | In Michigan, Area Agencies on Aging offers services to seniors that help them maintain a high quality of life. Seniors can get connected to local services, including nutritional programs, transportation services, support groups and health and wellness activities. The Agency advocates for older adults through committees and councils that fight for legislation protecting seniors from elder abuse and fraud. Seniors and caregivers can also learn more about health and wellness through classes and events run by AAAs. |
Whether living in their own home or in a senior living community, Grand Rapids seniors can find financial assistance from numerous local resources. These organizations help residents cover some of the costs associated with in-home or long-term care and connect them with other helpful community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MI Choice Medicaid Waiver Program - The Source for Seniors | 888-456-5664 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
| MI Choice Medicaid Waiver Program - Reliance Community Care Partners | 800-447-3007 | Open to veterans, service members and their families, the Grand Rapids Vet Center offers free, confidential counseling services. Licensed counselors help address mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression and PTSD. Evidence-based therapies are used, including prolonged exposure, acceptance and commitment therapy, adaptive disclosure, meditation and sound therapy. Group therapy includes readjustment, wellness, whole health and guided imagery groups, and counseling is available in individual, group, family and couples sessions. Telehealth appointments make care accessible by video and phone. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Grand Rapids seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Food Pantry - Grand Rapids | 616-717-5581 | In addition to the 24-hour helpline, the Greater Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association has a wide range of services and programs for seniors and their caregivers, including social engagement programs and professional training curriculums. Care counselors can create a person-centered long-term care plan for individuals with memory loss and other cognitive issues. Support groups are available via Zoom for seniors with early-stage or young-onset symptoms along with support groups for Spanish speakers. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Grand Rapids collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Renew Mobility - Grand Rapids | 616-493-2620 | The local senior center offers ample opportunity for older adults to socialize with their peers. Activities include Wii bowling, pool and Bible study groups. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Grand Rapids have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Section 504 Home Repair Program - Grand Rapids | 616-942-4111 | Michigan's MI Choice Waiver Program allows qualifying seniors to receive care at home or in an assisted living community rather than a nursing home. The program aims to delay or prevent admission into an institutional care setting. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Grand Rapids | 616-632-7950 | Michigan's MI Choice Waiver Program allows qualifying seniors to receive care at home or in an assisted living community rather than a nursing home. The program aims to delay or prevent admission into an institutional care setting. |
Senior centers in Grand Rapids bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Senior Center | 616-459-3040 | The Section 504 Home Repair Program may provide grants to low-income seniors to remove health and safety risks from the home. The maximum grant is $10,000, and seniors must live in an area covered by the program. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Grand Rapids help older adults remain active and ensure they contribute to the community. Resources include wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, support groups and organizations that help residents connect with the community to live fulfilling lives.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Association - Greater Michigan Chapter | 800-272-3900 | The Weatherization Assistance Program helps low income homeowners and renters save money on utility bills by making their homes more energy-efficient. Free services are provided by Community Action Agencies and nonprofit organizations and may include home insulation and ventilation. |
Social Security offices in Grand Rapids help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Social Security Office 49525 | 800-772-1213 | Based in Grand Rapids, Renew Mobility serves West Michigan seniors by recycling used medical equipment and providing it to those in need at low or no cost. Available items include traditional mobility equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs and knee scooters, as well as safety equipment for the bathroom such as transfer benches and raised toilet seats. To qualify for the organization's free equipment, seniors must have a documented disability and demonstrate financial need. |
Grand Rapids retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Vet Center | 616-285-5795 | Older adults who need help keeping their kitchens stocked with food may receive emergency assistance through the Downtown Food Pantry in Grand Rapids, MI. Seniors who live in the Heartside neighborhood may visit the pantry once per month for a distribution of nonperishable food designed to last three to five days. The pantry is open Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and provides canned fruits and vegetables, beans, soup, pasta, rice, cereal and personal care items. |
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