Peaceful Acres Assisted Living sits out in West Branch, Michigan, surrounded by gardens and quiet paths, and the feel you get here is pretty calm, all nestled under trees near Gray Road with a slow pace that suits most folks as they age, and when you look at the place, you'll see it's small, a kind of adult group home with only six beds, so you don't get lost in a crowd, and there's this mix of private and shared rooms, some one-bedroom suites, some studios, and you get a space that's safe and set up for easy movement, no fancy stuff, just basic, safe apartments, and plenty of places to gather like a big dining room or a theater room for movie nights, or just to talk with friends, and plenty of common areas inside for cards or board games, as well as walking trails out back.
The staff at Peaceful Acres help with most hands-on care, like help with dressing, bathing, getting up, moving, or feeding by hand for anyone who needs it, and they handle medication and doctor's visits, plus they make sure to watch out for people who have diabetes or dementia, and there's always awake staff all through the night and day, so someone's there if you call, and for memory care and Alzheimer's, you get those specialized care plans and activities aimed at keeping the mind going a bit, with extra safeguards for folks who wander or forget things. If you're needing less help, they have services for active seniors, too, with support as needed and a focus on keeping people independent, and if you only need a short-term stay for respite care, they offer that as well.
Meals are made fresh three times daily and can fit special diets, including options for diabetes or pureed foods, and meal help's always close by if someone can't feed themselves, and laundry, linen, and housekeeping are included so residents don't have to fuss with chores or home maintenance. Families tend to like the extra support, such as move-in help, doctor coordination, and community-sponsored events, and there are family support groups, offsite outings, and daily activity schedules so nobody's sitting alone unless they want to. Pets like cats and dogs are welcome, which is nice for those who want a little company, and there's a garden and walking paths for both people and pets to enjoy, plus secure entryways, emergency call systems, and fall prevention.
Rooms come furnished with TVs and kitchenettes, and you get internet, telephone, and cable services. The place is faith-based, aiming to keep a sense of trust and honest care in everything, and staff speak English and focus on case management, custom needs, and providing a homey, safe feeling. The cost for rooms starts around $3,400 monthly, which is usually less than a full nursing home, and Peaceful Acres doesn't usually take Medicare unless they're certified, so folks should check ahead. You'll find a good sense of community here and a steady pace, more about comfort and making sure each person's got the help they need, whether that's a little or a lot, in a setting that feels pretty familiar and quiet rather than busy or loud.
