Genesee Gardens Flint, MI

We went to Genesee Gardens for my mom. It was beautiful. The people that work there were really nice and helpful, but it's an independent living place where you can have care come in. We figured out, cost wise, it's better for us to keep her in her place and hire the care at her place. We were able to go inside and look, and it was very nice. The common areas were big, spacious and immaculate. The rooms were very nicely set up. The 1-bedroom was large, the bathroom was great, and the living room and kitchenette area were pretty big for a single person. The staff explained what were the different levels. We didn't really discuss it any further, but we probably would've done the level I. I think they also have hospice available there when the time comes. The lowest would be $2200 for the room and board, then the care is on top of that. We figured she's paying $650 where she is, then we still have the care on top of that so financially it was better to just keep her in her own place and hire the care. The facility was wonderful, and the people there looked happy. They were bustling about and getting ready to do different activities, so it looked very nice. It was our favorite place. There was even one resident that we met and she does art classes with the people there. It was a very friendly and very nice place. We're really impressed. They had all kinds of things like arts and crafts, games, bingo, and Price is Right, and they get to keep the prizes. We looked at three rooms. The dining room was bright, and there's a lot of natural light in it. The whole downstairs where the common areas were had a lot of natural light, so it wasn't dreary. It was very bright and cheerful.

My brother is a resident at Genesee Gardens, and they are amazing. The site is very clean, the staff is wonderful and caring. and my brother really likes everyone. They are very professional and organized, yet caring. Our family has peace knowing our love one is so well cared for. As with any organization, it all comes down to management, and they are excellent at every level!

Kelley and her team have done an outstanding job of taking care of my mom and the residents of Genesee Gardens during Covid. Kelley responses to my e mails day or night as she cares so much for her residents. My mom loves the young lady that comes in to change her bedding and clean her room. The staff at Genesee Gardens are amazing and care so much for their residents specially during the crazy times of Covid. Looked at several facilities in the area and glad we selected Genesee Gardens for our mom.

I toured Genesee Gardens. It was pretty decent, the manager answered all my questions at that time, and everything worked out well, but my dad is going to stay in his own home. It was very clean and the apartments were pretty decent. We had a choice of a one- or two-bedroom, and outside access was also available, and not just through the main entrance, which was nice. I just didn't appreciate all the follow-up calls.

My mother visited 5 times before making her decision to live here. Each time, we met friendly staff and residents who spoke highly of Kelley the Manager. The cleaning and wait staff were friendly and relaxed while serving the residents. This atmosphere along with the cleanliness, bright open areas and apartment choices is why my mother finally selected Genesee Gardens. There’s no other place like this in the Flint area.

3 and a half yrs ago Genesse Gardens talked me into moving my mother there. She has dementia and I was very clear about that. In the last yr they have a new manager, let's just call her the grim reaper, she has done everything she can to force us to move her. The only thing they care about is cutting the staff and serving terrible food. Please look somewhere else. They went so far as to tell my mother she's not wanted

My mom moved into independent living at Genesee Gardens on August 31st. It’s been a good experience. My mom lives in an apartment that's very up to date with a brand-new carpet. It's nice and very well-kept. The food seems to be fine. The staff is pleasant and very helpful. They take them out on outings every once in a while and a guy comes in and plays music. They also have crafts so they have lots of things to do. They have outdoor furniture for people to sit, and a recreation room with games. The residents enjoy the activities.

I didn't really care for Genesee Gardens because the one lady was real snappy, especially when it came to the money part. It's independent living, but they have other things, like they give them medicine or any medical needs, but for extra charges. The one-bedroom was nice and it had a balcony, so that was good. It was a nice place. They were having a karaoke thing, and popcorn, and they were all singing when I was there. Everybody was nice except for that one lady. In general, it was good.