Big Rapids Fields Assisted Living & Memory Care sits in Big Rapids, Michigan, and offers both assisted living and memory care services along with options for respite care, and this place really tries to understand the needs of seniors and their families, helping guide people through the choices that come with getting older, and there's a friendly local staff who focus on personal attention, dignity, and a caring spirit, with a reputation for being kind and respectful to the people living there. This community supports folks with help for daily tasks, memory programs for those with Alzheimer's or other dementia, and care plans that change if seniors' needs do, and residents get nutritious meals every day at set times, with special diets and quality ingredients if needed, and there's an award for Best Meals and Dining that came from reviews.
Rooms come as studio or one-bedroom options, with kitchenettes, and residents can use Wi-Fi and cable TV, while choices vary based on the level of help needed and pricing isn't listed publicly, but entry comes with a $750 fee and there's currently a $200 discount on the first five months for newcomers. The building's licensed, holds state license AL540402190, keeps things comfortable and home-like, and offers activities like bingo, gardening, arts and crafts, music, and there are live entertainers several times each month to keep spirits up; outings include shopping trips, and there's even a cinema and spa salon on site. Staff stays on call around-the-clock for care and housekeeping, including laundry and linens, and medication reminders and an on-site pharmacy make things simpler for residents, and people with disabilities or diseases get specific programs that fit their needs.
The grounds have parking for guests and a garden, everything's handicap accessible, and the whole place stays focused on safety, especially for those in memory care, so people with dementia have safe spaces and support for their minds, while still being able to make friends and join in activities. Residents who live there talk about the friendly, loving staff and forming friendships, and the verified average rating from reviews is about 4 out of 5 stars, or 7.2 out of 10, with community tours available for families to see what fits best. Payments can be made by check, staff ratios depend on residents' care levels, and pricing's all inclusive, without extra costs for things like administration or maintenance, and because Big Rapids Fields is locally owned, everything feels more connected to local life and the needs of the community.
