Castle Rock Retirement Center sits out on South Airport Road in Saint Ignace, Michigan, nestled among cedar woods and set around a spring-fed pond, with a fenced property covering 20 acres so residents can enjoy quiet walks or watch the seasons change, and they let folks bring cats and dogs too which some really appreciate. The Center has been newly renovated, with modern touches such as fresh paint, new carpeting, and new furniture, and each apartment is different, some being single rooms and others larger two-bedroom places, but all have private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and basic furnishings, with the option to bring personal items and heirlooms to feel more at home.
There's a dedicated staff of about 10 people, the management is involved every day, you always see someone around helping, and they keep nurses on-site at least five days a week, making sure everyone has quick access to medical help, alongside a 24-hour call system and regular wellness checks every couple of hours, so families know their loved ones have a watchful eye when needed. The Center supports both independent living for those aged 55 and up along with active living, assisted living, respite care if a family needs a break or goes on vacation, nursing care, continuing care, and memory care for those who start having trouble with Alzheimer's or dementia, which sometimes means personal help with things like bathing, dressing, taking medicine, or getting around safely.
You've got plenty to do with indoor common areas, a library, game room, activities room for games and puzzles, a fitness room for exercise, walking paths winding through the trees, and a big-screen theater room for movie nights, sometimes with music programs or other group events, plus a lovely open lounge area with a fireplace, comfy couches, TV, piano, and even a pool table where folks gather. The kitchens and chefs on site can handle different diets, so meals are served restaurant-style with options for those with allergies or diabetes, and there are vegetarian choices too, making the dining hall feel a bit like a family gathering.
For residents' everyday needs, Castle Rock provides cleaning, laundry, medication help, bathing and dressing support, and the staff helps with moving in, lightening that load a bit. The property has community transportation for outings and appointments, and for private drivers, there's parking. Staff is known to be helpful, and long-standing recognition for friendliness proves that they keep their focus on kind and attentive care, and the Center has a community score of 3.8 which seems about what you'd expect given all the different opinions, but staff and residents talk about a warm, cozy, and supportive daily life where pretty much every resident gets individual attention as they want it.
Devotional services happen on site, there's a business center for those keeping up with paperwork, family support services to answer questions, a spa and wellness room for relaxation, and even onsite beautician services. Castle Rock Retirement Center welcomes both those who want to live fully independent, social, and active lives as well as those starting to need some help, aiming to make people feel comfortable and supported, whether they're joining a music program, walking the trails, or just sitting by the fire with a book and a cup of tea, all while surrounded by the typical Upper Peninsula hospitality and a peaceful, natural setting.
