The Best Nursing Home Communities in Houghton County, MI

"My experience at Cypress Manor Health and Rehab Center was pretty decent. My grandfather had been staying there for a couple of weeks before my family and I got a chance to visit. The staff was very friendly; seemed to take on the tasks of the elderly and in-need with care and patience. The rooms were a bit on the small side, however, and the entire facility looked like it could use a little bit of renovating. It had very narrow hallways with old carpet and very harsh, bright lighting. They did have a very nice recreational room where we were able to play music and games and have snacks with my grandpa. The food served to the residents was nothing gourmet, but it looked decent enough to eat myself and I probably would have. I did not get to witness any rehab sessions, but their equipment looked safe and up-to-date. My biggest issue was probably the amount of staff on hand at one given time. During the period of my visit, there were several residents pushing their buttons to sound off the buzzer and light at the top of their doors. It actually became a little irritating after a while, because the staff could not always get to them quick enough. We would hear buzz after buzz and eventually yelling from a few of the residents who were seemingly being ignored. Mostly, though, I was satisfied with the way my grandfather was being treated. He did not like being there alone very much, but he seemed to enjoy the way he was treated well enough. Not to mention, the safety and security was up to par as well; there was a padlock on all doors that did not allow you to enter or exit without a code and the code was changed daily. Cypress Manor is definitely a little pricey, but having a loved one cared for and treated with respect is not something you can buy. "

"My mother is in Canal View - Houghton County now. They've been around a long time, and they have a very good record. They're well staffed, and they really do a good job. They know the patients and they make them feel like they're at home. My mom loves it over there. They're very careful, and they get her ready all the time and make sure that she's eating. They monitor all of that stuff. So far, everything has been really, really good. I really can't complain. They've got activities that they can join in on. They really kind of cover everything."

"Bayside Village offers quality health care for senior citizens and those requiring extended rehabilitation services. The nursing staff is amazingly friendly and helpful to everyone (visitors and residents alike). A Certified Nurse Assistant is available to each resident, each day of the week, which I thought was a really great benefit of this home. There are a variety of activities at Bayside Village for residents, including individual activities, Namaste care, Courtyard gardens, The Sports Bar, Styling Salon, The Coffee Shop, The Library, The Chapel, and The Cinema. A new activity, Namaste Care, is a new center for life enrichment for individuals suffering with dementia or other difficulties. During the summer months, the residents are even able to visit the water front for a series of concerts! I thought this was a great program! Even the meals looked good here! Meals are served daily three times daily with snacks are offered at other times of the day. For residents who need therapy, there are also therapy and rehabilitation services offered. Overall, this a small, comfortable place to call home with many extra amenities. "