White Pine Cottage sits at 309 E James St. in Scottville, MI, and works as a small group home that cares for up to 6 residents. Folks there get services focused on safety, comfort, and helping people stay as independent as possible, whether they need supported living, personal care, dementia care, or specialized support for addiction recovery, mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical handicaps, or traumatic brain injuries since the place serves a broad group of adults with various needs. The building has secure areas, a garden, walking paths, and common rooms for dining and activities, so there's space to gather or enjoy some quiet outside. People have options for private suites, one-bedroom spaces, or shared rooms, many with private bathrooms and kitchenettes, and all are fully furnished for comfort and practicality, with air conditioning, internet, cable TV, and telephone service.
Nurses and staff stay available day and night to help with health monitoring, bathing, dressing, medication, and daily tasks, along with move-in help if needed. Daily chores like laundry, cleaning, and meals-including allergy- or diabetes-friendly dishes-are covered, so folks can worry less about upkeep. Emergency alert systems are in rooms, and there's help close by anytime. Residents find planned activities, from community events to movie nights and walking outside, and get transportation to appointments or outings as needed. White Pine Cottage works under Turning Leaf Behavioral Health Services and partners with MI Recovery to provide addiction support, plus holds a three-year CARF International accreditation for its adult mental health and behavioral treatment program. The place puts attention on keeping people active, safe, and supported no matter what health, age, or recovery needs they bring, and keeps the space simple but comfortable for everyday living.
