The Villa sits in Sturgis, Michigan, and is part of Thurston Woods Village, which is a faith-based, not-for-profit retirement community that offers a range of care options for adults 55 and older, with its 52 assisted living apartments set up in several floor plans, plus independent senior housing, skilled nursing, and memory care nearby, so residents can adjust their level of care as their needs change, and there's respite care available for short stays or when extra help's needed. The apartments come in studio and two-bedroom plans, and each private living area includes a bed, built-in dresser, closet space, and a three-drawer nightstand, with bed linens, towels, and washcloths supplied, or residents can bring a twin bed and their own decorations to make it feel more like home-there's even room for a small fridge and extra furniture, so folks can settle in with their favorite things. Daily life at The Villa has a sense of community, with three fresh, waitress-served meals in the dining room, room service if preferred, and plenty of activities such as game nights, music programs, Wii bowling, art and crafts, storytime, and group outings like planned day trips and special monthly events including birthday parties and summer cookouts. Residents can join clubs, like the ladies lunch club or men's breakfast club, or head to one of the many common spaces-a library, fitness room, salon, computer center, and a cozy lounge with a fireplace or piano, while outdoors there's a pond, garden paths, gazebo, and glider swings to enjoy the fresh air.
Staff help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, medication management, transfers, and personal care, and there's a 24-hour call system and round-the-clock supervision to give peace of mind, with licensed nurse care always available and background checks for all staff. The Villa takes care of housework and laundry, and keeps rooms tidy and linens fresh, with services like on-site haircuts, salon and barber visits, and a spa and wellness center to help folks look and feel their best. Health services at The Villa include physical, occupational and speech therapies, wound care, and skilled nursing when needed, plus regular visits from therapists and medication reminders, and there's specialized memory care staff who are trained to support residents living with memory loss. There's transportation for medical appointments, shopping, and group outings, with parking for those who drive, as well as a business room for folks still working, WiFi and cable TV, and free high-speed internet throughout. Pets are allowed, though there are some restrictions, and The Villa offers both furnished and unfurnished rooms, so residents have the choice to make their space just right. Safety features like 24-hour emergency response systems and whirlpool spas are in place, and residents can always decorate and personalize their living areas to their liking. The Villa also offers religious services and supports a variety of languages, mainly English, and works to involve families through regular communication and move-in help, so everyone can stay in touch and informed.
