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StoryPoint Group, LLC offers a wide range of living options to accommodate residents’ individual needs and preferences. This senior living provider has 117 locations, including Best of Senior Living Award winners, and offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and enhanced living options. StoryPoint Group, LLC has 12,193 reviews and an average review rating of 4.6 out of 5. The enhanced living option is unique to StoryPoint Group, LLC and is perfect for seniors in need of flexible care services. At StoryPoint Group, LLC, residents can enjoy delicious dining, socializing with friends, and many stimulating on-site activities.

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StoryPoint Pickerington

611 Windmiller Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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82 reviews

Moving here has made me feel safe and welcomed. I have been able to progress physically by utilizing therapy partnerships that are available. When I came here, I considered it my home away from home, but now...

Provides: Independent Living

Welcome to StoryPoint Pickerington! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our community offers independent living, where we strive to make every moment of every day something special. We know...

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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care

1821 N East St, Hastings, MI 49058

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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84 reviews

I like it very much! I like the people, they are very friendly and they will help you when you need help. I have made many friends here. This is home now! My favorite activity is bingo, exercise,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Woodlawn Meadows, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Hastings, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...

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Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone)

701 Market Street, Oxford, MI 48371

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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322 reviews

We loved the private, comfortable, and well maintained apartments. The food and nursing staff were fantastic and exceeded our expectations. The setting of the facility inside a subdivision made for a...

Provides: Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village! Located within the Waterstone Master Community, we offer innovative care to seniors in Oxford, Michigan. With both Independent Living and Enhanced Living options, our community allows you to maintain your independence and freedom, and we take care of everything...

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StoryPoint Union

9255 US-42, Union, KY 41091

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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78 reviews

Overall good. Room size was good. Food was fair, because you had only few choices and once ran out of main item pork chops. There are lots of activities plus field trip. The staff servers were very kind and...

Provides: Independent Living

Welcome to StoryPoint Union! We are so thrilled to be a part of this beautiful community in Kentucky, offering independent and enhanced living options to seniors in the surrounding areas. With a team of dedicated individuals to help support all their needs, our residents can spend their...

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Independence Village of Pella

2602 Fifield Rd, Pella, IA 50219

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
18
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9.9
Review Score
142 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village of Pella! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them.?Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each...

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Devonshire Retirement Village

101 Devonshire Dr, Lapeer, MI 48446

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
89 reviews

Outstanding. Everything including the food and people have been just great. I look forward to spending time with my new friends and hearing stories.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Devonshire, a Leisure Living Community in Lapeer, Michigan, where residents share in the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted living and...

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Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care

4124 Waldo Ave, Midland, MI 48642

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
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9.9
Review Score
67 reviews

Just excellent here at Candlestone. I get to make my choices, do what I want, have fun. I've made good friends w/ people and the staff. I look forward to driving my Amigo around and to get outside with...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome to Candlestone, a Leisure Living Community in Midland, Michigan, where our residents share in life’s journey together. Our purpose is to provide high-quality assisted living and memory care that promotes the value and dignity of every person. At Candlestone, residents and family members...

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Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care

1320 Pine Ave, Alma, MI 48801

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
55 reviews

Arbor Grove is a warm, welcoming community. Staff and management are very compassionate and hands on with each resident in my experience. Also very patient driven care.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Arbor Grove, a Leisure Living Community in Alma, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up next to the fireplace in the winter. Residents and their families will enjoy our open,...

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Independence Village of Brighton Valley

7700 Nemco Way, Brighton, MI 48116

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
360 reviews
Provides: Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village! Our independent living and enhanced living services allow residents to maintain their independence while providing a nurturing and enjoyable environment. We know it’s the little things in life that make a difference, so we work so hard to make each moment in our...

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Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care

3932 Monitor Rd., Bay City, MI 48706

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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9.9
Review Score
90 reviews

This is a great place to live. Very clean, wonderful staff. The food is great and plentiful. Everyone is always concerned about your welfare. They truly want to make sure you are happy.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome to Bayfield, a Leisure Living Community in Bay City, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...

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StoryPoint Collierville

691 S Byhalia Rd, Collierville, TN 38017

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
182 reviews

StoryPoint is exceptional. The residents and staff are friendly. They pay attention to all your needs. If a correction is needed it is addressed immediately.

Provides: Independent Living

Welcome to StoryPoint Collierville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living and enhanced living. Throughout each service level, we strive to...

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Independence Village of Petoskey

965 Hager Drive, Petoskey, MI 49770

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
199 reviews

Staff was extremely helpful even during her final days there. They treat the tenants as family. Always helping with anything at any time. So unlike many service providers no days.

Provides: Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living and enhanced living services. Our team strives each day to make sure all residents are at their happiest and healthiest. Whether it’s helping out with simple, everyday tasks or adding a favorite recipe to our menus, we’re...

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Independence Village of Avon Lake

345 Lear Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
168 reviews

The maintenance staff has been friendly, reliable and knowledgeable, whenever me and my husband has needed work done in out apartment. We've appreciated it for 2 yrs!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specially designed living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most essential. This is why we work to...

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Independence Village of Midland

2325 Rockwell Drive, Midland, MI 48642

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
350 reviews

I lived here 7 years and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. Im spoiled! Wonderful food, staff, cleaning people, everyone is amazing.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specialized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most important. Don’t wait to move in; call now...

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Independence Village of Grand Ledge

4775 Village Drive, Grand Ledge, MI 48837

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
21
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9.8
Review Score
210 reviews

Such a happy place. Nobody says "no". Everyone knows your name. Problems are settled quickly. Upper staff is easily available and listend to suggestions.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. With these customized living options, our residents can maintain their independence and get support when needed the most. We are dedicated to making sure that life...

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Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care

1430 Cleaver Rd, Caro, MI 48723

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
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9.8
Review Score
114 reviews

Heritage is a warm welcoming experience. The staff went out of their wat to be accomodating and to make me comfortable. The food is great and the activities are fun. the food is great and the activities are...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

At Heritage Hill, a Leisure Living Community in Caro, Michigan, residents can enjoy a relaxing afternoon under the pergola on a sunny day or stay warm next to the fireplace during the winter. Our community provides each resident with open, comfortable spaces that encourage everyone to fully enjoy...

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Forest Glen Assisted Living

29601 Amerihost Dr., Dowagiac, MI 49047

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
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9.8
Review Score
67 reviews

Our mother lives at Forest Glen, she absolutely loves it here. The atmosphere is fun and the food is great. She looks forward to the exercise classes and the painting classes.

Provides: Assisted Living

At Forest Glen, a Leisure Living Community in Dowagiac, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a sunny summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Our assisted living residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local...

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Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

70 W Argyle Street, Sandusky, MI 48471

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
70 reviews

Outstanding facility. The staff goes above and beyond to care for and interact with residents. It has the feel of independent living as opposed to being in a "care facility."

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome to Stonegate Village, a Leisure Living Community in Sandusky, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on...

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Cascade Trails Senior Living

1225 Spaulding Ave., Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
56 reviews

What we like the most about the community is their friendly staff, the wide halls which makes it feel large. It is a newer building that provides housekeeping, shuttle and many activities as part of monthly...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Welcome to Cascade Trails, a Leisure Living Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living,...

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Independence Village of Saginaw

4141 McCarty Road, Saginaw, MI 48603

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
119 reviews

The building is very clean and overall is well kept thanks to our amazing house keeping staff. We have good activities and everybody here is very social. Staff is all nice and overall I am very happy here.

Provides: Independent Living

Wescourt provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in the charming community of Saginaw, you'll love the elegance of our facilities and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, dining,...

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StoryPoint Rockford

2885 10 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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9.9
Review Score
390 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

At StoryPoint Rockford, we love being a part of the greater Grand Rapids area. Our community is a place where our residents can really enjoy a carefree retirement. At StoryPoint, we offer independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. We can meet each resident...

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Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

2378 S. Lincoln Rd, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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9.8
Review Score
68 reviews

The caregivers are hard workers, very warm call me by name. The executive staff have been really top-notch. As much as I hated giving up our home I'm comfortable here.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome to Crestwood Village, a Leisure Living Community in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on...

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Springvale Assisted Living and Memory Care

4276 Kroger Dr., Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
21
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9.8
Review Score
84 reviews

I've been here for three weeks and everything has been great. The staff is so friendly and helpful. They always have fun things scheduled to do. The place is kept so clean at all times.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Springvale, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Swartz Creek, Michigan. Here, we’re dedicated to serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. With assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services that...

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Gaslight Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

2625 N. Adrian Highway, Adrian, MI 49221

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
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9.8
Review Score
69 reviews

My wife and I appreciate the fine level of service at Gaslight Village. They are also very prompt when called to take care of our various needs

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

At Gaslight Village, a Leisure Living Community in Adrian, MI, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. With assisted living and memory care options, our residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care...

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StoryPoint Clinton Township

16230 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
35 reviews

I like all of the staff they do a great job and are very friendly. The best part of living here is everyone is always here to help me with anything I need. They are so nice to me. I love singing to memory...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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9.6
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13,391 reviews

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13,391 reviews
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A Place for Mom has scored StoryPoint Group, LLC with 9.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4,017 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, StoryPoint Group, LLC has 13,391 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.

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Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
March 22, 2015

Absolutely love - very clean, warm feeling, welcome, the amenities are absolutely amazing and the living space is perfect size.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Dr. Lovedmymom - Family/Friend
Independent Living
March 14, 2015
A Wonderful Place for My Mom

Independence Village in Brighton, MI was home to my stepmother for the past three years of her life. It is a truly outstanding facility with wonderful staff that is very client oriented. She loved the facilities and the staff. There emergency system works as planned and my stepmother had to use it several times during her stay. It would be difficult to find a better facility or a better value than this.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Nancy Kovar-Ritter - Family/Friend
Independent Living
March 13, 2015
Verified Review
Review of Independence Village of Brighton Valley in Brighton, MI

Mom has been a resident for 9 months, transition is slow. Activities are varied to accommodate mobility, vision, etc. Staff is exceptional from rental, directors, servers, cleaning staff, receptionists. Had immediate response on health issue. You people complaining ain't gonna get "the Ritz", remember these are your parents. Only the best for my MOM! I'm there three to five times a week.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Marilyn - Family/Friend
Independent Living
March 13, 2015
Verified Review
Review of Independence Village of Brighton Valley in Brighton, MI

My husband became ill and we could no longer live independently. Our son found this place for us and we are very happy here. The service is wonderful -- the activities are great and the folks who work here are always pleasant and smiling and they really care about the residents. I thank our son for finding us such a great place to live.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
March 13, 2015
Verified Review
Review of Independence Village of Brighton Valley in Brighton, MI

This is an excellent place to live. My apartment i bright and comfortable. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and interested in our well-being. There are a lot of activities to keep our lives interesting, and the bus service to take us on outings, and help us get to doctor appointments, to grocery shop, and so on is very good. The food service is very good most of the time with quite a nice variety of choices. Overall I would certainly recommend IVBV!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Joseph and Marjorie - Resident/client
Independent Living
March 13, 2015
Verified Review
Review of Independence Village of Brighton Valley in Brighton, MI

This place is great. We love the food, the other residents are very friendly, and the staff is great. We couldn't be happier that we moved here.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
March 11, 2015

Residents seem happy. Very friendly and gives you a comforting, warm feeling.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Norma Mercurio - Resident/client
Memory Care
March 9, 2015
Verified Review
Life at Parkside

Parkside is wonderful community to be a part of! The staff is so friendly and helpful, from the aids to the waiter staff, to the activity leaders to the administrators to the residents! There are many activities that one can choose to be a part of...or not. The meals are always great!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Norma Mercurio - Resident/client
Memory Care
March 9, 2015
Verified Review
Life at Parkside

Parkside is wonderful community to be a part of! The staff is so friendly and helpful, from the aids to the waiter staff, to the activity leaders to the administrators to the residents! There are many activities that one can choose to be a part of...or not. The meals are always great!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Norma Mercurio - Resident/client
Memory Care
March 9, 2015
Verified Review
Life at Parkside

Parkside is wonderful community to be a part of! The staff is so friendly and helpful, from the aids to the waiter staff, to the activity leaders to the administrators to the residents! There are many activities that one can choose to be a part of...or not. The meals are always great!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
CMH - Toured community
Memory Care
March 5, 2015

Sunrise of Gahanna is an absolutely beautiful community . I feel they have put a lot of thought in the communities. I have worked in that circle, and sometimes the younger generation don't see the value of older generation. They have it down to a science, and they have truly thought of everything.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Independent Living
March 2, 2015
Verified Review
Great place for mom

They were very pleasant and helpful in our search process. My mom moved in there a couple weeks ago and is very happy. Food is excellent!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
March 1, 2015

I took my parents to this community to tour and they were very impressed with the staff. We had brunch there which was very good and we were personally greeted by the chef. Also the leasing agent was very knowledgeable and very helpful. She took the time to introduce us to some of the current residents and made my mother feel very comfortable.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Memory Care
February 17, 2015
Verified Review
They are doing an excellent job.

They are doing an excellent job. It's a great facility. It's all good. The people there are great. He participates in all the activities. It was very comparable to other places in value, and they were really good about working with me on the pricing.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Independent Living
February 13, 2015
Verified Review
Unbelievably Happy

We are unbelievably happy with Willow Park. My sister has a studio apartment that does not appear to be one room, They clean once a week and change the bedding, linen and towels. Willow Park is very nice and accommodating they take her to doctor appointments and shopping. The people are so nice, even the residents. My sister has friends now to go shopping and do activities with. They allowed me to stay over when i visited my sister. I would highly recommend Willow Park.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
February 9, 2015

Loved it! My sister & I would love to move there.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Independent Living
January 27, 2015
Verified Review
Very nice place!

So far they've done an excellent job at Independence Village of White Lake! It is a very family friendly, organized, helpful, clean, and just overall great environment for seniors. The staff have all been helpful and professional. I'd highly recommend it!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
January 21, 2015
Verified Review

My Mother has plenty of activates which keeps her busy. She has made friends. Her have Alzheimer's, she feels very save and secure in her environment.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

4


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
January 17, 2015

This would be my choice. Lovely common areas with lots of happy people chatting and having coffee. The diningroom is beautiful and the food is excellent (after being invited two times for lunch). They allow one-night stays for respite care. They have a "floating license" where people with memory issues are allowed to mingle with the assisted and independent living residents for meals and activities. There are lots of caretakers visible and happily working, escorting people from place to place. The rate is based on care needs and remains stable for a year and is raised only for the rise in inflation. I find this place to be in good repair - no bashed up woodwork from wheelchairs and walkers. The location is good for me too.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Family/Friend
Memory Care
January 6, 2015
Verified Review
Nice place!

They've done a great job overall at Senior Star! They've been very attentive to my parents needs, and it seems like they've really made an effort to get get to know them and understand what works best for them. They made the transition to the community a completely painless process, which I was worried might be very stressful for them. The facility itself is bright and cheerful, and always very clean. We would recommend it to others looking into senior living!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


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