Bentley Manor I, set in a quiet area of Birch Run Township, MI, is a small Adult Foster Care home that's family-owned and has been around since 1990, offering assisted living for up to six adults aged 18 or older and is licensed for both men and women. The home has four private rooms plus a master suite for two, making for six beds total, and folks like the large full deck out back, the deck spaces, plenty of storage, and the master suite's jet massage therapy tub and walk-in closet. Residents get one-bedroom or studio apartments with kitchen appliances, ADA-compliant private baths, and wheelchair-accessible showers, so even those with different abilities can be comfortable. The house takes care of things like home upkeep and helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, transfers, and walking, and the staff is always around, with on-call licensed nurses available 24/7 to help with medication, incontinence needs, diabetes care, and health monitoring.
People who live at Bentley Manor I can join activities like bingo, cards, fitness classes, and even computer and tech lessons, while an extensive library and a theatre room give options for quiet time or group fun, and residents can visit the beauty and barbershop, step out on the decks, or join programs meant to boost well-being and movement. The staff runs fall prevention programs, helps with mobility, and arranges for physical therapy and health assessments by an RN, and they support those with Alzheimer's, Dementia, mental health needs, developmental challenges, or physical disabilities, so the home can serve people with a wide range of needs. Meals are cooked by a chef and served in a dining setting that aims to be comfortable and relaxed, and the home manages personal requests and gives guidance to families with caregiving tools and resources. Bentley Manor I is part of a group with 11 homes in Genesee County, with other locations nearby in Montrose and Flint, including Bentley Manor #2, #3, #6, #7, #8 (New Beginnings Manor), and #14 (Bentley Assisted Living 1), which means it's got the backing of a broader team but still keeps things small, quiet, and personal. Folks have given the place an average rating of 4.3 out of 6 reviews, and it focuses on simple comforts, steady supervision, and practical care rather than fancy extras, all in a friendly and welcoming environment where families can feel at ease.
