University Park in Muskegon, MI is a senior living community that offers many types of care, including assisted living, memory care, independent living, skilled nursing, respite care, and even home care for those not living at the facility, and you'll find that it also provides adult day care, hospice care, and Alzheimer's and dementia services, and these services come with help for tasks like meals, bathing, dressing, medication, and personal care so residents always get support as their needs change. The place has some smaller board and care homes situated right in neighborhoods, and these serve only a handful of residents at a time which keeps things more personal, and there are larger communities too, including a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) where a person can move from independent living to full nursing care all in the same place, making it easier to age in place without having to move again, and they offer both skilled nursing for people recovering after a hospital stay and well-supervised memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, in a secure environment built to prevent wandering or confusion.
You'll find options for different types of rooms, like suites or private spaces with their own bathrooms, tiled rooms with carpeted halls for cleaner and quieter living, and kitchens for those who want to remain independent, and rooms meant for just two residents with shared restrooms in smaller groups, and there's a well-maintained courtyard, a bird sanctuary for nature lovers, and beautiful gardens and paths for walks or just sitting outside when the weather's good. For socializing and activities, University Park keeps a full calendar with daily events, community-sponsored and resident-led activities, planned trips, and ongoing fitness programs, and the community's friendly culture has received positive feedback for its welcoming and supportive staff.
Amenities focus on comfort and convenience like air conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, linen service, handicap accessibility, and both non-medical and community-run transportation, along with parking for those who need it, and there's a dining area where residents can enjoy meals planned by chefs, with food choices aimed at a range of dietary needs, and restaurant-style service is available with nutritious meal options for breakfast, lunch, and supper, and they keep a focus on vitamin and mineral balance. Residents can relax in shared spaces like a wellness center and fitness room, library, computer center, gaming room, a beauty salon, and common areas for group activities or quiet time, all well-kept and easy to get around.
University Park provides 99 beds and can house up to 90 residents, and it's a non-profit corporation that accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which can help families with costs, and the staff includes health professionals who offer skilled nursing, wound care, physical rehabilitation, and hospice care, with 24-hour medical help as needed, plus a secure memory care area with specialized programs and supports like memory-enhancing activities. Seniors who stay here, including those in independent living, can also request optional support services and personalized help as needed, and the place is pet-friendly and has both resident and family councils to gather feedback and improve community life. Safety is a focus, with accessible features and secure surroundings for everyone's peace of mind, which is especially important for those with memory problems. There's nearby shopping and dining which makes daily life more appealing, and the staff strive to create a relaxed and home-like feeling, so people feel they belong. University Park's received awards based on positive reviews and resident experiences, especially for its supportive staff, friendly atmosphere, and quality of care.
