Pricing ranges from
    $3,911 – 4,693/month

    Creekside Manor

    17460 12 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI 49307
    • Assisted Living

    Attentive staff and decent facility

    I'm pleased with the attentive, reliable staff - the facility is decent and meets my needs.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Accept incoming residents on hospice
    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Administer insulin injections
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Diabetes care
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Care with behavioral issues
    • Mild cognitive impairment

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.33·(6)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      1.0
    • Staff

      2.5
    • Meals

      3.3
    • Amenities

      1.0
    • Value

      3.3

    Pros

    • Specialized long-term care services
    • Good staffing
    • Smooth initial placement experience

    Cons

    • Allegations of financial misconduct and guardianship exploitation
    • Poor building maintenance, including mold and unreliable climate control
    • Inconsistent clinical care and resident monitoring
    • Staffing instability and burnout
    • Potential regulatory and oversight deficiencies

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews for Creekside Manor present a mixed picture. Several families described an initially acceptable placement experience and noted that the facility offers long-term, specialized services intended for residents with complex needs. At the same time, serious operational and safety concerns were raised that appear to have affected multiple aspects of care and housing.

    Care quality is uneven across reports. Some reviewers praised individual staff members and described competent support, but other accounts describe inconsistent monitoring and delays in addressing health needs that corresponded with declines in resident condition. These comments suggest gaps in care continuity and clinical oversight that prospective residents and families should investigate further.

    Staffing impressions are similarly mixed: positive remarks about helpful staff coexist with comments that staff appear overwhelmed or burnt out. That combination indicates potential staffing instability or scheduling pressures that could reduce responsiveness during peak needs. Prospective families should ask about staff-to-resident ratios, turnover, and typical staffing patterns during tours.

    There is limited specific feedback about dining and activities in the summaries provided. No consistent strengths or weaknesses were identified for meals or programming; prospective visitors should request menus, activity schedules, and observation opportunities during a visit to evaluate those areas directly.

    Facility and environmental concerns recur in the feedback. Reviewers referenced basement mold, heating problems, and interruptions to air-conditioning, which point to deferred maintenance and unreliable climate control in some areas. These issues raise both comfort and environmental-safety questions and suggest the need for documentation about recent repairs, inspection results, and pest- or moisture-control measures.

    Management and oversight-related concerns are notable. The summaries include allegations of financial misconduct and guardianship-related problems; some families said they contacted Adult Protective Services and the state licensing agency (LARA). These are serious claims that indicate potential weaknesses in financial safeguards, family communication, and regulatory compliance. Prospective residents should review licensing records, complaint histories, and facility policies on resident finances and guardianship before committing.

    In summary, Creekside Manor shows some positive features, including specialized long-term services and instances of capable staff, but the pattern of facility maintenance problems, inconsistent care practices, staffing stress, and serious financial/guardianship allegations warrants careful due diligence. Recommended next steps for families: arrange an in-person visit, observe staff–resident interactions, request maintenance and inspection records, review state inspection and complaint histories, and ask for written policies on resident finances and guardianship oversight.

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    Location

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    Creekside Manor is located at 17460 12 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI, 49307.

    About Creekside Manor

    Creekside Manor is a care home that provides living arrangements for individuals with special needs, offering a variety of residential options on its property. The facility is operated by Mike Chafe and his team, and it appears to focus on residents who require different levels of care, including those who need medication management and frequent wellness checks. Among its accommodations is an Adult Foster Care (AFC) home, which seems to be the initial living environment for some residents before transitioning them to more independent settings.

    One of the independent living arrangements at Creekside Manor includes a three-bedroom apartment that is listed as a single-family home with two bedrooms. The actual use of the property is as a three-bedroom unit designated for residents, although the specific services and degree of independence vary based on each individual's needs. Another option provided by Creekside Manor is a two-bedroom trailer that is also listed as a single-family home. This trailer has a divided layout, sometimes referred to as a "duplex," with separate entrances for each resident. For example, one resident may use the back door while the neighbor uses the front, enhancing a sense of privacy and separation within the living space.

    The home is managed and overseen by Mike Chafe, who is responsible for coordinating care, handling medication delivery, ensuring routine check-ins, and attending to property maintenance. Air conditioning and heating amenities may vary by unit, and the trailers and apartments have their own heating and cooling systems. Residents may bring in additional items, such as screen windows and fans, to make their stay more comfortable. The environment is intended to balance independent living with adequate supervision, tailored to meet the practical and health needs of each resident.

    Creekside Manor also works with guardians and families of residents in managing day-to-day care and major decisions affecting residents. In some cases, guardianship may be transferred or closely monitored, and families might play a significant role in coordinating care alongside the operators. The facility has established procedures around moving residents between different types of accommodation based on their level of independence or specialized care required.

    The operations at Creekside Manor extend into property management, with ongoing communication between residents, their guardians, and the home’s management to address maintenance needs and suitability of living arrangements. The property’s layout includes both apartment-style residences and modular housing options, aiming to provide flexibility for a range of care needs within a consolidated campus. Creekside Manor remains focused on accommodating adults with special requirements through individualized care and housing solutions under the oversight of Mike Chafe and his associates.

    People often ask...

    Creekside Manor offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,911 per month.

    Creekside Manor offers assisted living and board and care.

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    The full address for this community is 17460 12 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI 49307.

    No, Creekside Manor does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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