Mercy Village in Fort Gratiot, Michigan, is a Catholic faith-based retirement community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all on wooded land with walking paths and courtyards where folks can get fresh air whenever they please, and with both indoor and outdoor places for groups to gather, it's easy to see neighbors, play games, or join family picnics, movie nights, and even music therapy, since no one's ever too old for a party or some simple enjoyment, and if somebody likes pets, they have options for that, too, with pet-friendly features and Wi-Fi for those who want to keep up with grandkids or the news. People can choose a private studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment, with some units including kitchens for residents who still enjoy preparing their own food, but the facility also serves restaurant-style meals, which can fit special diets like vegetarian, vegan, low salt, or no sugar, and people say the food won awards for best meals and dining, which isn't something every place can claim, and there's even an onsite beautician and barber shop for a trim or a bit of company.
Mercy Village welcomes people 55 and older, both men and women, and gives support for different needs as they come up over time, so seniors can "age in place," moving from independent living to assisted living or memory care as needed, with nurses and aides around twenty-four hours a day and a private emergency call system in every apartment, which helps families rest a bit easier. The care team can help with bathing, dressing, medication, incontinence management for those who can manage much of it themselves, and staff can remind folks to use the restroom, which is handy, and they're also trained for non-ambulatory care and diabetic care, including insulin help if needed, and there's a memory care area with locked doors to keep people safe if they're prone to wandering, even accepting residents who might be at risk for leaving unnoticed or who have strong behavior challenges.
Wheelchair accessible showers, handicap-accessible buildings, and no step entryways make getting around easier for everybody, and transportation is available for doctor visits, shopping, or offsite activities, while scheduled group trips help people stay active in the greater community. Housekeeping's included, so there's one less thing to worry about, and the staff organizes both onsite and offsite devotional services, plus both regular health checks and visits from podiatrists, dentists, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, making it simpler to get care without lots of trips. There's a wellness program, daily activities, support for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, plus awards for friendliness and activities, and families can set up virtual tours if they can't visit in person at first. With help for planning long-term care and support for family caregivers, respite stays for those who need a break, and even hospice care when the time comes, Mercy Village focuses on purposeful days, independence, and simple comforts, keeping things straightforward for residents and their loved ones.
