Orchard Creek Supportive Care

Orchard Creek Supportive Care sits over on E Cherry Bend Road in Traverse City, Michigan, offering a mix of assisted living, board and care home, and memory care services for folks who need different levels of help. The staff focuses on mental, emotional, and physical well-being with specialized care and a setting that feels a lot like home, especially for people with complex needs. Residents can pick from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments-some have kitchens, private balconies, or gas fireplaces, and each offers options for privacy or sharing. There's always someone around to help with things like dressing, bathing, medication management, and other daily routines, plus a secure, supervised area for residents who need memory care with special programs aimed at memory support and 24-hour help. Care programs come with input from professionals like Jenee Asper, RN, and the team builds plans that fit each resident's unique needs, allowing for flexibility as care needs change. Housekeeping, laundry, and all meals-using organic ingredients-are included, and all-day dining, maintenance, and help with home chores keep life pretty simple for residents. Every room gets cable, internet, telephone service, and air-conditioning, and there are both private suites and shared rooms, all fully furnished and some even with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. The facility holds a licensed Adult Foster Care status meant to give more of a home feeling along with safety and dignity. There's a 24-hour call system, round-the-clock supervision, and staff who are ready to lend a hand, whether helping with medicine or just being nearby if someone needs a little standby support. Respite care offers short stays so caretakers at home get some help when needed. Residents and families can find help for transportation to doctor's appointments, community activities, and daily outings, and there's support for incontinence care, diabetic needs, hospice, and non-ambulatory care. Orchard Creek hosts activities onsite, has community-run events, devotional gatherings, and spaces for arts or gardening, plus movie nights, walking paths, and common areas where people can gather. There's a real emphasis on residents keeping their independence and having choices, even with extra help available whenever needed, and families can count on open conversations about long-term and changing care. Staff enjoy meal provisions, benefits, and a workout room, while the community has won some awards for meal quality and activities. The review score is around average, with some families giving positive feedback about friendliness and food, and the facility stands out for its variety in living arrangements and flexible, individualized support along with a comfortable, safe setting.