The staff at Brookdale has been extremely kind, working with my mother to help her in transitioning from living alone to living in an assisted living facility, a change which she is having a very hard time accepting. Her room is spacious, in great condition with modern fixtures and looks out over a beautifully maintained rear courtyard.
Daily food menus provide numerous meal choices and what I have seen and tasted has been well presented and tastes great. At 95, my mom's tastes are more limited and thus, it may take some time to find those foods that she most prefers.
Unfortunately, she has not felt well since moving in one week ago. Transitioning to and having my mom seen by a doctor that works with the facility has not gone as well as I would have hoped. It has been almost a week since Brookdale was told that my mother was not feeling well and that we had decided to use their doctor. She has yet to be seen with the doctor apparently only coming to the facility on Tuesday afternoons. If I had been told at that time that it would be a week, I would have drove her the half hour to the doctor she has been seeing for the last 20 plus years.
Brookdale Meridian
Offers Assisted Living
20 Reviews
5346 Marsh Road, Haslett, MI 48840
Call
(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Brookdale Meridian
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale Meridian
October 10, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
June 23, 2022
I visited this facility
The atmosphere at Brookdale Meridian was very lovely. The people were very friendly, accommodating, and seemed very knowledgeable. The layout was very nice and what anybody would need. Unfortunately, in my position, the cost is not feasible for me. The upkeep was very good. It's a wonderful place if you can afford it, and your family would be very happy there.
July 16, 2019
I visited this facility
We liked Brookdale Meridian very much and that's where we'd like our mother to go. It's clean, but compared to other places, it wasn't huge. It was homier, and we liked the dining room setup, which was just two tables of six residents each. The people were terrific. We were pleased with the food, and my mom ate the whole meal. However, the hallways seem like they would be confusing. There were lots of different hallways. If they were painted a different color, it might be easier. I wasn't sure which direction I was going myself.
January 04, 2019
I visited this facility
Brookdale Meridian seemed like a really nice place and people were helpful. Their grounds were nice, and there's an indoor courtyard that people can go into. They have programs towards individual needs, and group activities that would seem like what people would want. The only problem I think is that the cost would be prohibitive for my mom.
April 30, 2018
I visited this facility
My mother will be moving into Brookdale Meridian. They seemed to be really caring and involved with the residents and seemed to have a lot to offer. I was really impressed because even the people who work in the kitchen would introduce themselves. They had different activities that would come in. They had a dog that will come in for people who like that, movie nights, and different celebrations.
July 17, 2017
I visited this facility
The manager at Brookdale Meridian was very kind. She had a room that was right off the patio to the courtyard area. She was going to try to save that for my mother. My mother does smoke. so it was easier for her to get out of the door right there and go right out onto the patio. She could smoke outside. The manager had a little doggie treat to welcome both my mother and her dog there. I also like the idea (as supposed to some of the others) that they had separate dining rooms that were small. Being 91, my mother is always very prim and proper, and right now, her arm doesn't work well, so she is always afraid of how she looks at public eating. So having a small dining room for her would have been just fantastic; it would have been ideal. They have little trips, and they have their own shuttle bus. They would take them to grocery store, and they would take them to the mall. They have outings. Nobody has to drive. They always have that small shuttle that would take them anywhere they want to go. Plus, they have chair exercises. They have a room where they could do jigsaw puzzles. They also have a small reading room.
December 29, 2015
I visited this facility
Brookdale Meridian was very nice, but the apartments weren’t large enough, so that discouraged me. However, it was a really beautiful place and they were very nice to me. I caught them late in the afternoon and didn’t see any activity going on. There were residents coming and going, and I noticed they were dressed very well. I talked to the manager, and he showed me some of the facilities. I didn’t look around very long. I just wanted to see the room size and what they do for the residents.
December 10, 2015
I visited this facility
Brookdale Meridian was really nice. The one difference between Brookdale and other places was that Brookdale didn't have just one big dining room for everybody. They had a smaller dining room in each hallway, and you could eat in any of them. You didn't have to eat at the one that was on your floor or your hallway; you could go to different ones. It was really nice and clean, too, and the staff was really friendly and helpful. You could bring some of your own furniture to your room, but you didn't have to bring all of your own. They had a bed, a night table, a chair, a chair-side table, and two lamps that were provided. In the other places, you had to bring all of your own furniture. If they had said that you could only eat in that one dining room and not go to the others, I don't think I would give them five stars, but since they did say you could go to whichever one you wanted and switch to different ones, so you could sit with different and more people, I give it a five.
September 07, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My sister lives in that area and was familiar with Brookdale Meridian, so we chose that for my mom. The staff is very professional and accommodating. Everything is very clean and homey. They have a lot of different activities there like exercise classes, game nights, and entertainment nights. The thing that I like with them is that they gave my mom some very personal service, but mom doesn’t find the food very appetizing.
September 07, 2015
I visited this facility
We have liked Brookdale Meridian, but it was not something that my mom was excited about. The facility was nice; I would not say the rooms were spacious, but it was very clean.
August 31, 2015
I visited this facility
We visited Brookdale Meridian. We liked the arrangement of the building -- the way the people were living in units, set-up in one huge building. It was a fairly small facility. The staff was very nice. We liked them a lot. They were having a party when we were there, so they were not having a regular meal, but it was fine. They had a special person there playing and singing. Everyone seemed to enjoy it a lot. From what I saw, it was very good.
May 13, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We moved my mother just a short time ago to Wynwood of Meridian, and so far, all is working out well. The staff are very caring, and the food is good. It isn't a huge place; it's intimate, nice, and not overwhelming. The rooms are kept beautifully clean. It has a very warm atmosphere when you walk in. She is in an efficiency -- a large room with a large closet and a big private bath with lots of railings. There are cords in the bathroom, her sitting area, and bedroom where if she needs assistance, she can pull it. They provided some furniture, but my mother wanted her own things. She had some bedroom furniture and her chair put in, and they accommodated that very well. It is very clean, and every time I've been in there, it's always vacuumed and dusted. It's decorated with good taste. She seems happy there. They have special music programs come in, and they show movies. They have a card group, a knitting group, a walking group, a book group, a group for writing stories, and a sing-along group. There's something for everybody. There's a courtyard outback where the residents can get outside and enjoy the nice weather, and they even allow them to help with some gardening. They take the residents on outings, and they have doctors that come in. The staff is very kind and yet professional. She has been there for about six weeks, and so far, we've been pleased.
March 17, 2015
I visited this facility
Brookdale Wynwood was a very nice place. Russel didn't like it, but I did. It was private home with 5 or 6 people in it, and I thought it would be great, but he was not interested in that. It's not for me; it's for him.
March 02, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
The staff at Wynwood Meridian is cheerful, friendly, very upbeat, and helpful. The rooms mom is in were decorated very well and were remodeled this year. It has one large room and a separate bathroom. The dining rooms are more like tea rooms, and each floor has their own dining room. It was funny as mom complained that the food portion was small, but she put that she wanted small portions on her intake, and I told her to change it. She hasn't complained about it since, and she thinks the food is fine.
They have people come in, like piano players and singers. They have special Sunday movies and popcorns. They have a nice big popcorn machine there. They do special activities, life stories, and reading. When it's not below zero, they have outings. The place is secured. However, I wish there was more people at the front desk when we go in and out because I can go in and out during the day. Sometimes there's not a lot of people at the front desk, and once it gets dark it's locked.
October 05, 2014
I visited this facility
I looked at Wynwood of Meridian and saw what it was like. I thought it was very nice looking. I checked the room out; it was OK and I thought it was spacious. They don't have a dining room, because they had a dining area in each of the different rooms there and lounges. I saw the residents doing some crafts and painting. I thought the place was fairly safe.
July 13, 2014
I visited this facility
Visited this facility with my mom as we are looking for an assisted living facility. The place had a very homey feeling. Staff and residents were very friendly and welcoming. Facility offers a variety of activities.
Thus said we had a concern about cleanliness. The carpets in the hallways and especially stairs needed vacuuming. I used a stairway in the back of the building leading to the beautiful back courtyard and it looked like it hadn't been vacuumed in weeks. There is an odor of urine outside a couple of the residents rooms. There are several intimate dining areas but the floors are not cleaned after meals. We saw food and spills on the floors.
Because of these concerns we are looking elsewhere.
Provider Response
Thank you for your feedback after touring our community. We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, homelike setting to our residents and it is disappointing we did not meet these expectations during your tour. We hope you will contact us arrange for another opportunity to visit with us.
June 15, 2014
I visited this facility
Wynwood is very nice. Everyone is very friendly. It's not geared for my mother. I think it's for people who are a little bit more independent. The rooms are generously-sized, and they are very clean. The furnishings are pleasant.
April 05, 2014
I visited this facility
My mom came up from Florida and I went to lunch with her during Valentine's Day at Wynwood of Meridian. They had an excellent meal. They have a chef on site and a dietician. It was very nice. They've been more than accommodating. The people I've worked with so far are very personable. They have all kinds of social activities including cards, physical activities, somebody comes in and does the hair and nails and arts and crafts. They have a gym, too. It has the level of care that we need, and it is affordable. This is our favorite from all the places we've toured.
October 25, 2013
I am/was a resident of this facility
The location of Wynwood of Meridian is very nice. I chose it because it's close to a friend's house and I needed a place where I can take my dog. The people are very nice and the staff is terrific. They have different areas for dining and the food is delicious. The rooms are pretty nice, but the bathrooms are not very good because it's too small that you wouldn't be able to use your wheelchair around it easily. They have exercises every morning. It's a beautiful facility, but not very handicapped friendly.
July 24, 2013
I visited this facility
Wynwood of Meridian was a very nice place and accessible to services she needed like medical and shopping centers. They had different activities and things for the residents to do. Although I hadn't tried their food, I saw that it looked good and they had a nice variety. The room was a little small for my aunt's purposes since she had a lot of stuff from her hobbies. Otherwise, the size was perfectly adequate. I would have been happy if my aunt stayed there.
Questions about Brookdale Meridian
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Meridian. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Average age 84 Favorite things our residents like to do are the social/happy hours, birthday parties and games (bingo, cards, etc). Shopping and outings are heavily attended. Daily exercise also is well attended
What programs or activities does Brookdale Meridian offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Variety of physical and mental exercises every morning, My life story, Don’s Old Time Radios, Pet visits, Travelogue, Movie nights, spa day (manicures), Men’s coffee hour, Ladie’s Tea Time, Religious services and small groups, Tech Time (Ipad games, assistance with electronic communication), musical entertainment, Game night, Bingo, Jewelry Shows, Resident counsel, Painting (Wine & Canvas nights, acrylic painting workshops, etc), cooking demos, Sporting tailgates, Book club, Haslett elementary school (partnership with 4th grade-special events & holidays).
What places are near Brookdale Meridian or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Michigan State University, Impressions 5 Musuem, MI capital, MSU Art Museum, MI historical Museum & History Center, R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Meridian Mall, Burgdorf’s Winery, Lake Lansing Park, Beal Botanical Gardens, Grand River-boat tours, MSU Art Fair, Williamston Red Cedar Festival, Abrams Planetarium, Meridian Twp/Lansing River Trails, MSU Butterfly house, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, Nature Centers, Meridian Historical Village, MI Women’s Historical Center & Hall of Fame, Potter Park Zoo, African World Museum & Resource Center, Nokomis Native American Learning Center,Wharton Center, Cooley Law School Stadium-Lansing Lugnuts Baseball, Ellison Brewery, Eagle Eye Golf Club, MSU Sports: Football, baseball, basketball, hockey, etc.
What transportation services does Brookdale Meridian offer to assisted living residents?
We offer a community vehicle with lift for wheelchairs for community scheduled activities. We can arrange for Spectram, CATA, 3rd party private transportation (Ambu-cab, Mercy) for personal activities
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Meridian exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Pete our Dining director has been a chef with the Brookdale for over a decade and meets with residents each week to discuss the menu. It’s prepared fresh and we incorporate special requests like family recipes within 72 hours of their request. Example Menu: Sesame Chicken on a bed of white rice, pot stickers, steamed broccoli, cheese filled bread, sesame salad and chocolate pudding pie for dessert
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Meridian offer to assisted living residents?
Meridian Assisted Living is not a secure community, however each resident receives 2 hour night checks and all doors are locked after 8pm. complete background and drug testing prior to hire and extensive new hire training program with continued monthly training and annual re-certification. State Licensed and deficiency free for over 6 years!
How does Brookdale Meridian keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Monthly family call program, Facebook/email updates, care conferences
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Meridian during daytime and nighttime hours?
We staff above safety standards. we must provide an adequate and sufficient number of staff to full meet the residents needs at all times. This is why we staff based on acuity (need)
If Brookdale Meridian accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes, both. No charge unless we are providing care. They are free to move throughout the community escorted. Sidewalks and surrounded by protected wetlands that provide scenic areas to exercise your pets.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Monthly training and annual re-certification to remain on the schedule
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Meridian provide to protect residents who wander?
When a resident requires this type of care a smooth transition to our Memory Care on the same campus is made
Costs for Brookdale Meridian
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Meridian
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3605/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: Yes
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Features Extra: Media Center
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Diet
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 72
- Staff Patient Ratio: 10 To 1
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Personal Care Assistants
- Physical Therapy
Licenses
- Licenses: HFA
About Brookdale Meridian
Brookdale Meridian provides assisted living residents with lifestyles, housing, and services in comfortable surroundings combined with exceptional amenities, programs, and care. Through Brookdale's signature Personalized Assisted Living, we customize our care offerings for the individual. This allows each resident at our community the freedom and opportunity to make choices that will ease their lifestyle transitions. Residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the appropriate accommodations as their needs change.
We promise Respect for Individual Preferences by offering personalized care needs and providing an atmosphere that encourages each assisted living resident to live in health and longevity. We also offer special housing and care options for those who require assistance with the activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing and assistance with medication. We offer graduated levels of care based upon the individual need of residents, as determined by our continual assessment process. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of residents every day with signature services for those who value their freedom and independence, but desire or need services providing them with the highest level of quality, care, and value.
What Makes Us Special
At Brookdale we offer personalized assisted living in which we customize our care offerings for the individual. This allows each resident the freedom and opportunity to make choices that fit their lifestyle transitions. Our residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the appropriate accommodations as their needs change.
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