Woodland Terrace

    8850 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman, MI, 49106
    4.6 · 7 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Impressive peaceful community, attentive staff

    I toured this gorgeous, peaceful one-level community and was immediately impressed - the director met us, explained care and activities thoroughly, and the staff are kind, professional and very helpful. The grounds and interiors are spacious and clean, apartments have small kitchens, no buy-in and three-meal options (two full + continental) with afternoon happy hours; it's close to my mom's house and feels like great value. I'm pleased overall and would recommend it for the attentive staff and property, though the dining lacked variety and our move-in cable/TV setup was delayed.

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    4.57 · 7 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.5
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      2.7
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Beautiful property and spacious grounds
    • Peaceful surroundings
    • Clean interiors
    • One-level layout
    • Gorgeous facility and bright spaces
    • Apartment units include a kitchen
    • No buy-in required
    • Good value / best value for money
    • Helpful, kind, considerate, well-trained and professional staff
    • Responsive management / director who explains care and activities
    • Dining area and afternoon happy hours
    • Three meals offered (two full meals + continental breakfast)
    • Close to family (close to mom's house)
    • Thorough tours and move-in explanations
    • Frequently recommended by visitors/residents

    Cons

    • Food quality could improve
    • Food lacks variety according to some reviewers
    • Some reviewers reported no dining options
    • Small apartment size (some find units small)
    • Move-in readiness issues (e.g., cable/TV not set up)
    • Occasional logistical problems during move-in

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews for Woodland Terrace is positive, with multiple reviewers praising the property, staff, and perceived value. Reviewers consistently highlight the facility's attractive appearance — described as gorgeous, peaceful, and spacious — and note that interiors are clean and well-maintained. The single-level layout is mentioned as a practical advantage, and the grounds and surroundings are considered pleasant and close to family for some visitors.

    Staff and management emerge as one of the strongest themes. Multiple comments describe staff as kind, considerate, helpful, caring, well-trained, and professional. Reviewers specifically called out the director for being responsive and thorough, meeting families promptly, explaining care and activities in detail, and leading tours. These remarks suggest strong interpersonal care and good communication from leadership and front-line staff, which contributes heavily to the positive impressions and recommendations.

    Facility and apartment features are also viewed favorably. Several reviewers called the building spacious and beautiful, and noted that apartments come with a kitchen. The absence of a buy-in requirement is highlighted as a financial advantage, and the overall cost/value ratio is characterized by some reviewers as “best value for money.” At the same time, apartment size was identified as a concern by some visitors — units were described as small by at least one reviewer — so prospective residents should consider floor plans and space expectations during a tour.

    Dining and food receive mixed feedback. On the positive side, reviewers mention a dining area, afternoon happy hours, and that the community provides three meals (specifically two full meals plus a continental breakfast). Several guests reported having lunch during a tour and found the dining setup acceptable. However, there are notable negative comments about food quality and lack of variety; at least one reviewer explicitly said the food was “not good” and others said the food could be improved. A couple of summaries even stated there were “no dining options,” which may reflect differing expectations or experiences. This pattern suggests that dining quality and menu variety may be inconsistent and worth verifying during a visit.

    Operational and move-in logistics surfaced as a smaller but important theme. One reviewer reported move-in readiness issues such as cable/TV not being set up, and more broadly described occasional logistical hiccups during move-in. While these issues do not appear to be widespread in the summaries, they are concrete concerns that can affect early impressions and daily comfort, so they merit attention when planning a move.

    In summary, Woodland Terrace appears to be a well-regarded community with strong staff interaction, attractive grounds and interiors, and perceived good value for money. The most consistent strengths are the facility appearance, cleanliness, single-level design, and the responsiveness and professionalism of staff and management. The principal areas to probe further are dining quality and variety, apartment size and layout, and move-in logistics (including cable/TV and readiness). For prospective residents or family members touring Woodland Terrace, recommended steps are: attend a meal to evaluate food and menu variety, request specific floor plans and visit an available apartment to judge space, confirm what is included in fees (noting the no-buy-in model), and get clear move-in timelines and setup responsibilities from management. Overall impressions are favorable, with several reviewers highly recommending the community, but attention to the few operational and dining concerns will give a fuller, more confident decision.

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    About Woodland Terrace

    Woodland Terrace of Bridgman sits at 8850 Red Arrow Hwy and is one of a few Woodland Terrace locations in Niles, Bridgman, Coloma, and St. Joseph, where the Dockerty Family owns and operates each community. Folks will find all the suites and apartments on a single level, so there's no worry about stairs or elevators, which makes it easier for everyone to move around. The grounds offer peace and quiet with a pleasant, clean environment, and people say the staff is friendly, helpful, and joyful with residents, visitors, and each other. This community focuses on providing care in a dignified, respectful, and loving way, whether it's for independent living, assisted living, or memory care needs.

    Residents can choose from independent living suites, 20 assisted living private apartments or 7 memory care apartments, all set up to be comfortable and feel home-like. The center provides nutritious meals that chefs and meal planners craft with good ingredients and balanced vitamins. There's a variety of community activities and programs, and you'll find a Director of Marketing who helps with information and tours. The nursing home is present but doesn't provide skilled or intermediate care-assisted living help is the focus, with support for daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management, all under the direction of certified staff and assisted living directors.

    Woodland Terrace offers some unique services, for example, a Certified Assisted Living Director (CALD) program with renewal and refresher courses, plus assisted living medication management, and a special regulatory resource for HFA and AFC. This is a licensed AFC community and a Christian senior living community, so it's faith-based for those who want that. There's an emphasis on affordable, person-centered care for elders, and families can expect mental health services including visits from psychiatrists and psychoanalysts, and outpatient clinics for mental health.

    When a new building or expansion comes, the community likes to celebrate with ground breaking or ribbon cutting events, making these moments special with everyone involved. Other programs offered include Berrien Talent Collaborative, Young Professionals Program, HYPE Leadership Programs, Buy Local Berrien, and advocacy for the region, which add more options for social and care activities. Memory care services are designed especially for residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, aiming to reduce confusion and keep people safe from wandering. There's also a general counseling service and visiting aides who provide companionship to those living at home.

    Everything is organized to make life easier and more comfortable for seniors, whether someone is looking for a social independent living setting, needs support with daily care, or requires a safe place for memory loss. Woodland Terrace keeps things simple, honest, and focused on what older people want in their later years, and the staff tries to do things in a way that makes every resident feel respected and cared for, with the help of ongoing programs and a team that knows the community well.

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