Independent Living Communities in Ann Arbor, MI

"The Lockwood Community is very nice and just opened last June! The food is exquisite and the staff is very helpful."

"I did a tour of Lakeside Assurance Assisted Living. It was a private residence converted into a facility. It has a total of four residents; there were two that were there and there were two open rooms. It was laid out well for a conversion, and it had a common area that was set up that was very roomy. The facility was laid out nicely. There was a part of the facility that was still being developed into a guest room that was under development, but the rest of the place was set up nicely. It was very clean, and it had a cook that prepared the meals, taking into consideration dietary requirements. The administrator that we met with, Brenda, was very detailed in explaining why she started the facility. Her mother had dementia, and she was struggling with having her in a big facility. She decided to develop this, so she would know about her mother's care and everything. She had a connection with a physician and a podiatrist who would visit regularly. The meals and the laundry in the room are all included. Then it would accommodate my sister's furniture, so that was nice. I think she had to have familiar surroundings. I think they could accommodate both assisted living and memory care, but right at that time, it seemed like the residents that were there were dementia patients. We only met with Brenda, and she's seemed very compassionate, caring, and concerned about details about my sister. What kind of activity level she was? Is she verbal at all? Did she interact with people? I thought that was very positive. I think she would be engaged with my sister. It's still under construction partially, but the part that we saw, she set it up very specific to taking care of the residents."

Hampton Manor Premier Assisted Living in Van Buren is an Independent Living, Assisted Living, & Memory Care Community located in Van Buren Charter Township, MI. It is our endeavor to provide the community with the best senior care available. When it comes to senior living, quality of life is just as important as the quality of care. At Hampton Manor, we strive to provide the same loving care we would to our own family members. It is our mission to care for the generation that cared for us. We understand this transition can be a difficult one. Let us help and walk you through the options.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Adult Foster Care Search

"My dad has lived at Independence Village Plymouth for over five years. He moved from Oregon to Michigan to be closer to family after my mother passed away. We looked at a variety of residences for him but IVP had the vibe of “home.” Very clean, well appointed with a fire in the hearth as we walked in to tour that winter day. Debbie H. welcomed us warmly and took time in showing us the property. In the final decision, my father chose Independence Village because he felt welcome there. “They want me there,” he said. My dad continues to feel valued for the person he is to this day. He sings in the choir. He attends exercise classes. Because of this community he’s an active weightlifter, will be participating in a Veterans Honor Flight and has made many friends. There are numerous brand spanking new retirement residences popping up but Independence Village offers a homey atmosphere and caring staff that can’t be duplicated."

"I visited American House and they're all right. The assisted living part was separate from the building itself. They gave me a tour. I was invited to their activities but I didn't go to any of them. I found the staff to be very friendly. If this is the type of facility they are looking for, yes I would recommend this place. "

"Ashford Court was very nice and very clean. It was a one-story building, and the apartments were very large and very convenient. The staff was very nice and had a lot of information. The dining area was very nice. There was a group in one room doing chair exercises, and a gentleman doing a big puzzle. They had a calendar of events."

"My mother was looking at a place close to the area, and we found American House. I saw there were interactions with some of the staff, like they were listening music and stuff. I noticed there were residents working on crossword puzzles, and some were playing cards in the lobby. "

"My mother is now at Westhaven Manor. So far, everything is fine. We have no complaints. The room is independent living so she is able to clean and manage her own room. They do serve meals, but we have not been participating in that at this time. The staff members are absolutely phenomenal; they're wonderful people. They have activities everyday. For example, they had an opening day baseball party; every Thursday they have bagels, donuts, and coffee; they have birthday parties for all the people who have a birthday for the month; they have outings to a restaurant every week; they have outings to the bank or to the stores every week; and they have outings to the movies. They have a store inside the building, they have a laundry facility, and they have a hairdresser and a hairshop. It is a nice set-up. The place is well kept, and they're doing some renovations in the front to make it nicer and more modern. It is also right on the money. The value is equitable."

"We placed Mom at Brookdale Brighton. She has her own apartment with a bedroom, a kitchenette, and bathroom. Their dining room is very nice and spacious. It’s really nice-looking, kept-up place without a bad smell. They have a lot of very helpful staff. If I call them and tell them to check on my mom, they do so right away and I get a call back after 10 minutes. They have a thing that they wear around their necks and a cord to pull in the bathroom in case of any emergencies. Overall, I find the people to be very nice and helpful. They have different activities, like bingo, cards, jigsaw puzzles, reading, and much more. I don't have any problems with the place. "

"Newly opened (January 2024) and still very nice. Modern apartments with wood cabinets and nice counter tops, updated bathrooms and in-room laundry. The food varies from decent to good, and there is plenty of it (24/7 coffee, snacks/sandwiches, icecream machine, in addition to meals). Very few, if any, "add-on" costs. It is worth checking out if you need independent living."

"My dad has been at Rose Senior Living since they were first opened, I believe. He has never called me with any issues and I don't see any when I go visit him. The exterior is beautifully landscaped and I love walking around with dad in the summer months. The food is also a unexpected treat as well. My dad, nor I, have ever had an issue with the staff and they have always treated me more than just a guest - like I am one of their family members. Very excited to help."

"I was very impressed. I didn’t see any activities because it was lunchtime when I toured the building, but I saw the different parts where they would have different activities. "

"My mom has been here since April and for several months I was extremely happy with the facility, the staff was great when it came to the care of the residents. The only problem I had in the beginning was missing clothes and shoes. Recently the staff and administrators have changed and not for the better, I don’t understand why the change because the old staff was the best, no one is hardly available to address my concerns and the nursing staff is not as professional like the old staff which I wish could come back. At this point I’m looking for a new facility especially since they have increased their fees $200.00 and their services are no longer worth it. The only thing that is consistent from the time my mom moved in would be the activity director Bridgit, she is amazing and has my mother very active. It saddens me to see this beautiful place and staff in the beginning to change so drastically to the point I’m removing my mother from her comfort zone but I can’t keep her there. We had a life scare and Jatonya noticed she wasn’t breathing right called ems which I was told had it been any later she wouldn’t be here today. She is no longer there and that’s sad she was excellent at her job and I don’t feel this new staff are as attentive as the old staff, while I visit no one comes and check on her which they never know when we visit for this unhappiness I feel now she’s going to leave as soon as I find another happy place. I’m so sad to do this to my mom but the only thing to keep her there would be to return the old staff completely"

"American House Livonia was fine, and the rooms were fine. The dining area looked very nice, and the food looked good. The staff seemed very nice. The price was a little high for us, but the location was very convenient. "