Mill Creek Assisted Living at 1600 Mill Creek Court in Marquette, Michigan, sits in a quiet, wooded spot near Lake Superior, right by the Iron Ore Heritage Trail and close to Downtown Marquette, the Ore Dock, and the UP Health System Marquette. The community can house up to 50 residents and offers both private and shared rooms, with options for studios, one-bedroom apartments, condos, and deluxe suites that have a bedroom, full bath, living room, and kitchenette with a small fridge and cabinetry. People living here can bring their own furniture and family heirlooms if they want, and the staff helps with move-in to reduce stress.
The care team at Mill Creek Assisted Living provides help with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, and transferring. Staff members are local folks who offer both personal and professional care. There's always staff on duty 24 hours a day, with a call system and emergency alert features for safety. The team builds personal care plans based on physical, financial, social, and psychological needs, always aiming to help residents keep their independence and privacy. Medication management, diabetes diets, clinical coordination, and special menus for allergies or other dietary needs are available. The facility has support for people with dementia or memory problems, including Memory Care apartments and safety measures to prevent confusion or wandering.
Residents have access to a wide range of services, including skilled home healthcare through UP Health System Home Care & Hospice and nursing and rehab services with Parallel Home Care Services. Those who need extra support can also get non-ambulatory care, respite (short-term) care, and hospice support. The community features room and board, laundry, housekeeping, dry cleaning, cable and satellite TV, telephone, and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet. Transportation and parking options are available for outings or visits.
Meals are home-cooked, with all-day restaurant-style dining in the dining room and snacks provided throughout the day, plus support for special diets like diabetic menus. For recreation and relaxation, there's a library, TV room, arts room, gardens, barber/beauty salon, walking paths, and green spaces, as well as access to the Iron Ore Heritage Trail for biking or walking. The building and grounds are handicap accessible, pet-friendly, and have outdoor spaces like porches and backyard decks.
Mill Creek Assisted Living offers a mix of community-run and resident-led activities, including daily schedules, movie nights, and other social engagement programs. There's a focus on keeping everyone's dignity and privacy, and staff work to meet each resident's personal preferences and needs. Priority access is available to Mill Creek Memory Care if someone's needs change in the future. The facility is licensed as an exempt Home for the Aged (license number XH520400763) and operated by UP Rehab Services, with care services provided by Parallel Home Health. It's part of a larger community of senior living and supportive care options in Marquette County.
