August Haus sits in Gaylord, Michigan, tucked back in the woods with a small, comfortable setting and only 20 beds licensed for assisted living by the State of Michigan, and it's managed by GLD Management Company. The facility has full-time staff on site 24/7 for safety and support, including a nurse that's there part-time, and personal care assistants help with things like bathing, dressing, grooming, medication reminders, and moving around. The building itself is wheelchair accessible, and has private apartments, including STANDARD PRIVATE STUDIO, LARGE PRIVATE STUDIO, and ONE BEDROOM SUITE options, each with its own bath, some with patios, and all have kitchenettes, cable TV, furnished or unfurnished, and free high-speed internet.
Meal service happens three times a day, with home-cooked meals and special diets for things like diabetes and allergies, and if folks want, there's a hot chocolate bar and even a music and wine program. Housekeeping, laundry, linen service, and on-site salon for haircuts and barbering are included, so residents don't have to worry about chores, and there's a dry-cleaning service if it's needed. Residents can bring pets, and couples are welcome. There's a garden, walking paths, patio, and common spaces inside, like an arts and crafts area and entertainment room for games and music, and folks get together for movie nights, religious services, or just to enjoy group activities the staff schedules, including guest musicians, therapy visits from a dog named Lucky, and a busy community calendar.
August Haus supports seniors with mild dementia or Alzheimer's, with specialized housing designed to help prevent confusion and wandering, and staff provide care and structure to keep everyone safe. If someone's care needs change, they can get memory care or a move to a higher level of care, without extra fees for more support. There's a 24-hour call system and emergency alerts to be sure help comes quick, and staff can help with arrangements for transportation or doctor visits.
Therapies like physical and occupational therapy are available if scheduled, and there's a fitness and wellness program the residents can join. The staff works to help everyone make friends, stay active, and feel at home, whether playing games, joining hobby groups, or just chatting with neighbors or visitors over a meal. People from Region 9 waiver programs can move in, and August Haus has all-inclusive pricing, so all the main services and amenities are bundled together without surprise fees. Check payments are accepted, and there's sometimes a move-in special with the admin fee waived and the first month's rent discounted. For those that just need a temporary stay, respite care is available. The location makes it easy to get to parks, medical centers, restaurants, shopping, and churches in the Gaylord community. Residents and families can take a tour to see the rooms, meet the staff, and learn about daily life inside August Haus, which opened in 2018 and has kept a focus on safe, caring living with dignity and respect for every senior who calls it home.
