Stanford Lodge

    409 Naomi St, Plainwell, MI 49080
    • Assisted Living

    Caring safe homey senior care

    I moved my mom here and have been very pleased - the small, homey facility has kind, attentive staff (Andrea and Denise stand out), meals like home cooking, bright airy rooms, and prompt medical attention. Paperwork and long-term care needs were handled smoothly; it's a trustworthy, safety-focused community I'd recommend.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    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
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

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

    Reviews

    4.10·(21)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.4
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Individualized, resident-centered care plans
    • 24/7 nursing and long-term care availability
    • Homestyle, varied dining with menu responsiveness
    • Skilled, innovative culinary staff
    • Small, intimate community fostering social connection
    • Well-maintained, airy rooms with natural light
    • Comprehensive on-site services
    • Assistance with admissions and paperwork
    • Reasonable and affordable pricing options
    • Welcoming, home-like atmosphere
    • Proactive safety focus and trustworthy staff

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff quality and high turnover
    • Medication-management and administration lapses
    • Cleanliness inconsistencies in resident rooms and common areas
    • Management transparency concerns and allegations of misconduct
    • Inconsistent infection-control and visitor-screening practices
    • Irregular meal quality and service continuity
    • Limited availability due to small facility capacity
    • Variable communication and responsiveness to families

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews portray a facility with several clear strengths alongside notable operational concerns. Many families and residents describe a small, home-like environment where staff are caring, take time to learn residents’ preferences, and deliver individualized care. The facility’s small size and intimate scale are repeatedly cited as enabling close social connections and attentive assistance, and the availability of 24/7 long-term care is viewed positively by those who required ongoing nursing support.

    Care quality is described in mixed terms. Positive accounts emphasize compassionate, trustworthy staff who tailor care and handle admissions paperwork efficiently. Multiple reviews praise specific caregiving staff and managers for responsiveness and a family-oriented approach. Conversely, some reviews raise concerns about inconsistent staff performance, noticeable turnover, and occasions when medication handling and timely responsiveness were inadequate. These contrasting perspectives suggest variability in day-to-day clinical operations rather than uniformly consistent performance.

    Dining is a clear differentiator for many residents: several comments highlight homestyle, innovative, and adaptable menus, with chefs who listen to resident preferences and accommodate special dietary needs. At the same time, other reviewers noted episodes of inadequate or inconsistent meal service. This split indicates that while culinary offerings can be a strong asset, meal quality and service continuity may vary.

    The physical environment is generally described positively — airy, well-maintained rooms with natural light and a homey feel. The small footprint contributes to a personal atmosphere but also limits capacity; a few reviewers noted limited openings. Affordability is noted favorably by many families, though some prospective residents found pricing challenging during tours.

    Management and organizational practices are an area of mixed feedback. Some reviewers commend an engaged owner and improving management, while others raised serious concerns, including allegations of mismanagement, poor treatment of staff during layoffs, and a lack of transparency in how issues are handled. Infection-control and visitor-screening practices, including visitor vaccination policy, were also cited as inconsistent, generating concern for families worried about communicable disease risk.

    Overall, this facility appears to offer strong interpersonal care, a pleasant physical environment, and notable culinary strengths, particularly suited to families seeking a small, community-oriented setting. Prospective residents and families should balance those strengths against reported operational variability by asking targeted questions during a visit: staff turnover and staffing levels by shift, medication administration protocols and audit practices, cleaning and sanitation schedules, infection-control and visitor policies, and how management documents and communicates incident follow-up. A careful tour and direct conversations with current families and staff can help clarify whether the facility’s strengths align with a specific resident’s needs.

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    Location

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    Stanford Lodge is located at 409 Naomi St, Plainwell, MI, 49080.

    About Stanford Lodge

    Stanford Lodge sits in Plainwell, MI, and has been women-owned and run for over 25 years, offering a smaller, friendly place that can truly give personal care, and you'll see right away that dogs and cats are both welcome as residents' pets, so folks who want animal company don't have to leave it behind. The activity director works full-time so there's always something to do, with trips into the community, field outings, and engaging games and events like bingo, crafts, movie nights, Bible study, book readings, and exercise, and the whole place feels like a happy home where people gather for meals, chat in the common rooms, or walk in the garden. Residents can pick from different levels of care, whether it's independent living, assisted living, memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, nursing home care, home care, or even hospice, and everything from bathing to dressing, transfers, and medication management is handled by well-trained, friendly staff who are always around since there's round-the-clock care, supervision, and an emergency alert system plus call lights in every private room, which each has a full bathroom. The place is kept highly sanitized and claims zero covid cases, which reassures those with health concerns, plus there are scheduled health check-ups, weight and blood pressure checks, and in-house healthcare providers to help out. For meals, chef-prepared food is served with all-day dining, with attention to allergies, diabetes, and other special diets, and the dining room is set up for both comfort and good company, so whether residents need snacks or full meals, nobody's left out, and all the laundry, housekeeping, and dry cleaning are done for everyone, meaning less to worry over. Grooming is simple too, since there's both an on-site barber and beautician in the salon, so folks can still feel good about their looks, and transportation and parking are available for appointments or errands, which helps if someone wants to get out or when families come to visit. The community feels small and cozy, which makes it easier for the staff to get to know each person's likes, needs, and habits, and they focus on dignity and respect for every resident; help can be shaped to fit whether someone just needs a little support or full hospice care, even for short respite stays. Residents get devotional services both on-site and offsite if wanted, so spiritual needs aren't overlooked, and activities go beyond entertainment, including things that encourage friendships and mental stimulation, especially for memory care. The location's practical since grocery stores, banks, and medical facilities are close by, plus Borgess PIPP Hospital's Emergency Room is nearby in case something serious happens. The rooms are furnished if needed, and there's an arts room, walking paths, and a garden for fresh air. Residents can rely on round-the-clock help, medication dispensing, help with eating or walking, and even move-in coordination so the change feels more comfortable, and all services are included without hidden fees or surprise bills, making planning simpler for residents and their families. Stanford Lodge's mission is to keep a comfortable, home-like environment filled with respect and compassion, creating a safe spot for seniors of all care levels to live at their own pace.

    People often ask...

    Stanford Lodge offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,416 per month.

    Stanford Lodge offers assisted living and board and care.

    There are 6 photos of Stanford Lodge on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 409 Naomi St, Plainwell, MI 49080.

    No, Stanford Lodge does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Michigan, the Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) licenses adult foster care homes and homes for the aged, conducting renewal inspections and complaint investigations and publishing the resulting reports.

    License numberAL030406376
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAdult Large Group Home (capacity 13-20)
    License classRegular
    Capacity20 residents
    LicenseeCollaborative Care Partners Inc
    Care servedAged
    EffectiveJuly 21st, 2025
    ExpiresJuly 20th, 2027
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    6

    Reports

    6

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    13 Mar 2026Investigation
    Investigated a pest infestation allegation; observed pest control measures in place and no health impacts on residents.
    01 Aug 2025Renewal
    Found substantial compliance with licensing requirements and renewal of the license.
    11 Mar 2025Investigation
    Identified that a manager provided direct care to residents without the required in-service trainings, having only First Aid and CPR.
    • R 400.15204 Direct care staff; qualifications and training.Direct care staff; qualifications and training
    11 Mar 2025Investigation
    Investigated issues with medication administration and catheter maintenance after pills were found in a resident's room and a catheter bag was full of urine with backing up the tube.
    • R 400.15312Resident medications
    • R 400.15305Resident Protection
    23 Oct 2023Renewal
    Identified three non-compliance issues related to tuberculosis testing, annual health-status reviews for staff, and medication administration documentation.
    • R 400.15205TB testing for staff
    • R 400.15205Annual health status reviews
    • R 400.15312Resident medications
    26 Mar 2021Initial
    Found substantial compliance with licensing statutes and administrative rules and issued a temporary license with a maximum capacity of 20.

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