Harbour View Assisted Living Center

Harbour View Assisted Living Center sits right on Sand Point Road in Munising, Michigan, and it has 17 apartments made for seniors who want a comfortable, safe place that still feels homelike, where staff can help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication reminders, and meals, and where folks can get personal assistance day or night from well-trained, friendly caregivers, even though people sometimes mention it gets a little busy and might feel a bit understaffed at times. The community has a welcoming lobby with a positive energy, a homey family room, a spacious kitchen and group dining area for homemade meals, and a backyard garden with good views of Lake Superior, along with special outings and activities like bingo, arts and crafts, music, and educational programs, plus there's a relaxing hot tub spa and places to sit outside when the weather's nice or take part in hobbies. People who have trouble getting around can get non-ambulatory care, and staff know how to help residents with diabetes or incontinence, so services are pretty well-rounded, plus there's memory care, adult day services, respite care for short-term help, hospice, long-term care, and home health care that's Medicare-certified if someone needs it. The meals are cooked by chefs and planned out for good nutrition, and it's possible to ask for special diets like diabetic, kosher, or vegetarian, and there are snacks between meals if anyone gets hungry. Housekeeping and laundry or linen service is included, and there's cable and WiFi in common areas, parking for guests, spots for overnight visitors, even transportation for shopping. Harbour View makes room for pets, so folks don't have to be apart from their animals, and it tries to keep the setting cheerful and calm, even when something comes up or times get tough. There are devotional activities and religious services held right in the building, and the staff put together a full calendar of things to do to keep the mind sharp and the body as fit as possible for all residents. There's a nurse who comes in part-time, and medical staff is always around for emergencies or health support. Harbour View Assisted Living Center's known for forming close ties with its residents, their families, and local doctors, so each person can have a care plan that works for them. The community charges a $1500 entry fee, accepts checks, and has won some awards for senior living, including Best of Senior Living, which some people might like to know. It's a place where seniors can keep some independence, get help with what they need, and, as much as practical, enjoy the simple comforts of a quieter lifestyle by the lake.