Sasse Par View Home

    5972 Par View Dr, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
    • Memory Care
    4.5ยท32 reviews

    Caring staff, home-like setting, affordable

    I placed my mom here and I'm very pleased - the small, home-like setting with a hands-on owner and attentive staff truly treats residents like family. Home-cooked meals every day, clean bright rooms, safe walkable location, timely communication and thoughtful outings gave us real peace of mind and improved her health. I would place a loved one here again and recommend it to families seeking caring, affordable long-term care.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.50ยท(32)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.7
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.7
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Hands-on ownership and direct management oversight
    • Consistent medication management and timely clinical updates
    • Clean, wellโ€‘maintained, homeโ€‘like environment
    • Homeโ€‘cooked meals prepared from scratch
    • Dietary accommodations and allergyโ€‘friendly options
    • Small size enabling oneโ€‘toโ€‘one attention
    • Comfortable, lightโ€‘filled private rooms and cozy communal areas
    • Accessible outdoor space and safe walkability
    • Strong family communication and responsiveness
    • Community outings and engagement with local downtown resources
    • Competitive, affordable pricing

    Cons

    • Limited structured activities and cognitive stimulation
    • Few onโ€‘site recreational or exercise amenities
    • Limited ADA/mobility accessibility and unclear wheelchair accommodations
    • Small facility scale limits social variety and programming
    • Variable management presence and staff engagement levels
    • Household policies that may feel restrictive to some residents

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression Sasse Par View Home is consistently described as a small, homeโ€‘style assisted living setting with strong, relationshipโ€‘based caregiving. Families frequently emphasize a compassionate and attentive staff dynamic, frequent owner involvement, and reliable medication handling. Cleanliness, a welcoming modern aesthetic, and comfortable private rooms and shared spaces are recurring positive notes. The facility's walkable, downtown location and outdoor access support safe short excursions and local outings. Care quality and staff Caregivers are commonly characterized as attentive, responsive to calls, and willing to address sensitive issues. Multiple accounts describe an ability to provide oneโ€‘toโ€‘one attention, timely clinical updates to families, and clear communication about health concerns. Owner involvement is a noticeable feature for many families and is credited with oversight of staffing and direct problem resolution; a small number of accounts indicate variability in visible management presence, which suggests that engagement levels may fluctuate over time. Dining and household routines Dining is a consistent strength: reviewers highlight daily homeโ€‘cooked meals, scratch preparation, allergyโ€‘friendly options, and an ability to accommodate dietary needs. Group meals and occasional dining outings contribute to a familyโ€‘like atmosphere. The facility's pricing is described as competitive, and several families noted that dietary flexibility and meal quality contributed to peace of mind. Activities and social life The facility's small scale supports individualized attention but also limits the breadth of onโ€‘site programming. Multiple reviewers described a low level of organized activities and limited cognitive stimulation options; the house is not described as an active recreational hub and lacks dedicated exercise or game rooms. For prospective residents who prioritize structured programs, group activities, or a wide social milieu, this setting may feel quiet or underโ€‘stimulating. For those who value frequent oneโ€‘onโ€‘one contact, outings to local shops or cafes, and a residential atmosphere, the tradeโ€‘off may be acceptable. Facilities and accessibility Physical accommodations are described positively with bright rooms, comfortable furniture, and pleasant communal spaces. Outdoor areas and easy walkability to nearby amenities are noted assets. However, accessibility for mobilityโ€‘impaired residents is inconsistently described; wheelchair accommodations and full ADA accessibility are not clearly documented and should be verified during a visit. The small household format can also mean fewer onโ€‘site amenities compared with larger facilities. Management patterns and notable considerations Communication and responsiveness from management are commonly praised, including clear updates and timely concern resolution. That said, reviewers present mixed impressions about the steadiness of handsโ€‘on oversight; prospective families should confirm current management presence and staffing stability. A small number of comments indicate household practices that felt restrictive to some families; these appear to be policy or dayโ€‘toโ€‘day management choices rather than clinical-care issues. Who this fits best Sasse Par View Home appears well suited to individuals who prefer a homelike, intimate setting with regular owner oversight, high levels of personal attention, and homeโ€‘style meals. It is less well suited to people who require robust onโ€‘site activity programming, dedicated recreational facilities, or verified full wheelchair accessibility. Families should schedule a tour focused on current activity schedules, staffing patterns, and mobility accommodations to determine alignment with their priorities.

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    Location

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    Sasse Par View Home is located at 5972 Par View Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197.

    About Sasse Par View Home

    Sasse Par View Home sits at 5972 Par View Drive in Ypsilanti, MI, and operates as a small, family-run adult foster care home, serving up to five residents at a time, so people here get a lot of attention and know everybody else pretty well, and the staff, from what folks say, really take the time to know each person too, so you don't feel lost in the crowd. This home has a Michigan license that's current through June 23, 2026, and is set up in a ranch-style layout with a wide front porch, a backyard deck, and a large yard out back for residents who like to step out for a walk or to relax in the open air, and most rooms stay bright and clean with their own vanities, plus there are two-and-a-half bathrooms for residents' convenience. Some bedrooms have their own patio or balcony space, and every unit's on the ground floor, with wheelchair-accessible showers and wide hallways, so folks with walkers or wheelchairs find it easier to get around, and each bathroom, the staff says, is private, which can make a big difference for people who value their own space too.

    Meals get good reviews-home-cooked, tasty, and the cooks make changes for diets like low sodium, no sugar, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, organic, or even kosher, and the dining experience stays flexible since there's private dining rooms for special occasions or if families come for guest meals. The staff organize activities both in and out of the house, with programs run by full-time activity directors, so a regular week might have gardening, yoga, BBQs, religious services, club meetings, or day trips in the community, plus special memory care and reminiscence programs meant for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, which the home is licenced to support, and from what families mention, there's always something set up to keep people active or involved if they want to join in.

    Sasse Par View Home handles ambulatory and incontinence care, diabetic and medication management, and even higher-acuity conditions when people need closer watching, and families say the staff stay kind, professional, and good at answering questions, which eases worries when you've got a loved one living away from home. This place allows for short-term or respite stays, so families can use the home on a temporary basis when needed, and the whole place, with its air conditioning and Wi-Fi, is set up to feel more like a home than a big institution, with cable or satellite TV and furniture that encourages people to gather in the cozy lounges or dining spaces. The staff at Sasse Par View Home often get complimented for their compassion, strong communication with families, regular updates, and an overall caring approach, which lines up with the reviews and the above-average care scores given by residents and their families. This home's been in service since 2012 and still keeps up with modern touches and regular maintenance, making it a spot where elders-especially those over 50 or dealing with memory conditions-can get thoughtful care while staying connected to daily routines and meaningful activities.

    People often ask...

    Sasse Par View Home offers memory care and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 5972 Par View Dr, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.

    No, Sasse Par View Home does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Michigan, the Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) licenses adult foster care homes and homes for the aged, conducting renewal inspections and complaint investigations and publishing the resulting reports.

    License numberAF810324878
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAdult Family Home (capacity 1-6)
    License classRegular
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeSusan Simwenyi
    Care servedAged
    EffectiveJuly 2nd, 2025
    ExpiresJuly 1st, 2027
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    Inspection Reports

    5

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    13

    Years

    12 Jul 2025Renewal
    Determined substantial compliance with licensing rules and renewed the license at the current address. No violations were cited.
    22 Jul 2023Renewal
    Determined to be in substantial compliance with applicable rules and requirements. A two-year license renewal was recommended.
    25 Feb 2023Addendum
    Verified that bedroom 1 is 169 square feet and can accommodate two residents, and that the living space supports increasing capacity from 5 to 6.
    01 Oct 2016Addendum
    Identified a wheelchair-accessible setup, including a 210-square-foot bedroom adjacent to the kitchen with an attached bathroom. A ramp was installed at the second exit and was found to meet accessibility requirements.
    12 Dec 2013Initial
    Determined substantial compliance and issued a six-month temporary license with a capacity of five.

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