Clark Retirement at Franklin

    1551 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506
    4.0 · 57 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Clean, caring facility with issues

    I placed my mom here and overall I'm pleased: the facility is clean, safe and well-maintained with on-site rehab, a chapel, varied activities, apartment-style living and multiple levels of care including memory support. Staff are generally friendly, caring and helpful-we felt supported through move-in and daily life-while long-term residents seem happy. Dining and menu variety are strong, though food quality slipped after a vendor change and meal/extra costs are high. Biggest drawbacks are staffing shortages, slow call-light responses, communication gaps about room details (beds/balconies) and occasional billing/vendor issues. If you want comprehensive services and a caring team, it's a solid choice; if you need consistently fast responsiveness or lower cost, consider other options.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Community services

    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.00 · 57 reviews

    Overall rating

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    5. 1
    • Care

      3.4
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      3.0

    Location

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    About Clark Retirement at Franklin

    Clark Retirement at Franklin is a non-profit senior living community for adults aged 62 and up, and the place has a wide range of care options, so people can choose from independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and respite care depending on what they need, and because the community offers all these kinds of services, it's set up to let residents stay there as their health changes, and even promises that if someone runs out of money through no fault of their own, they'll keep getting care. Clark Retirement at Franklin sits in a spot with gardens, walking paths, and outdoor spaces, and there's a new entry and exit on the north side and new garage and carport spaces, so it's easy for visitors and residents alike. There are a variety of living spaces, including studios, single and two-bedroom units, townhomes, and luxury apartments, and people can bring their own furniture or use what's provided. The facility has gone through recent renovations, adding new apartments and making spaces better for independent living and skilled nursing, all while still caring for people living there, which shows a commitment to safety and careful planning since major work happens with residents around.

    Clark Retirement at Franklin pays close attention to care, and has individualized care plans for assisted living, nursing home, memory care, and independent living, and staff members are experienced, including with dementia and Alzheimer's. For those needing extra help, there's support with things like bathing, dressing, medication, walking, and wheelchair assistance, and nurses are on-site along with occupational therapy and podiatry services if needed, plus an on-site primary care clinic-helping people get medical attention quickly and conveniently. Safety is taken seriously with features like handicap accessibility, sprinkler systems, 24-hour emergency call system, and special safety measures in areas for memory care residents.

    Residents can stay active and social with a whole range of activities, including art, crafts, wellness classes, swimming, gardening in a greenhouse, woodworking, reading in the library, spending time with pets in green spaces, and going to spiritual activities in the chapel, plus there are community-sponsored events like movie nights and resident-run gatherings. Meals are served restaurant-style with chef-prepared options that fit dietary needs for those with allergies or diabetes, and there are multiple dining venues where people can eat with friends and family. Amenities are plentiful, too-there's housekeeping, laundry, fitness center, pool, salon, cable TV, WiFi, guest parking, and more-which are all covered in an all-inclusive monthly rate. Staff get residents involved and keep an eye out for everyone, while taking COVID precautions seriously. The atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming, and families mention the staff as attentive. Clark Retirement at Franklin makes room for both privacy and community and offers a practical and reliable place for seniors who want the option to stay put even as needs change.

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