Medilodge of Yale sits in a quiet rural area where staff look after residents with different needs and they make sure there's always enough people to help out, whether someone needs a lot of care like in a nursing home, some help with daily things, or memory care for folks with Alzheimer's or other memory problems, and they keep an eye out to reduce confusion and wandering, especially for those who get turned around easily, so nobody gets lost, and staff have a good name for being helpful, joyful, and kind which helps make the place feel warm and welcoming most days. The building has both single and shared rooms, each with a bath and a little kitchenette, and they've got central air and heating, so everyone stays comfortable, and there's a registered dietitian and a team that work together on meals, so the food's nutritious and uses good ingredients, and you can tell they care about what people eat because meals are made to taste good as well as promote health.
Residents have daily activities and events to join, from outdoor gatherings to special things like Senior Prom, and there's always a calendar so people know what's happening, and family members can join in on events or visit with their loved ones if they'd like, and the community also offers transportation and volunteers for outings or inside events so residents aren't stuck being alone all the time. Medilodge of Yale allows those who pay by Medicaid, Social Security, and Disability programs, which helps people who don't have a lot of money, and that means care is open to a wide range of seniors. They provide skilled nursing, assisted living, medication management, intensive rehabilitation with physical, occupational, and speech therapy on site, and you'll also find dental, mental health, and even pharmacy services, so people can get a lot of help in one place, and visiting physicians, psychiatrists, and even podiatrists come in to support everyone's health, and counseling and support groups are available for added help.
The facility keeps up with rules about patient rights, planning, and quality, though it's had some documented issues over the years including with resident rights, assessment, and care planning, but tries to address problems and is committed to being ethical and following both state and federal laws, especially about healthcare programs. Management's been under Generations Healthcare Management LLC since 2013, and Prestige Administrative Services LLC since 2016, and Medilodge of Yale is part of a larger group of facilities that are spread out across Michigan, each with their own unique location-based names. Staff spend on average 3.85 nursing hours per resident per day, and with 108 certified beds and about 84 residents on a daily average, care remains steady, though nurse turnover rates do go up and down with changes in staffing. Residents can take a tour of the building or even schedule a FaceTime chat with someone staying there, and the place works to make sure everyone's comfortable while focusing on restoring health, improving daily life, and letting people live as independently as they're able, plus there's always something to do or someone to chat with, thanks to a busy activities schedule and dedicated therapy staff who work together calmly and cheerfully, and all of it is done without discrimination, following principles for comfort and respect for everyone who calls it home.
