Elmhaven Manor sits at 600 W Walton Blvd in Pontiac and is made for people aged 55 and up who want to keep their own space but also have some help nearby if needed, with different choices for apartments, spacious cottages, and some homes with garages, so residents can pick what fits them best, plus there are patios or balconies on every unit, which is nice for getting some fresh air. The place has 132 apartments and 6 cottage homes, and every apartment comes with things like in-unit laundry, dishwashers, walk-in closest, freezers, ovens, central air, and either gas or electric heating, which really makes day-to-day life easier, and some apartments have carpet, some have linoleum, and there's even a few with fireplaces. People can bring their cats and dogs, though there are some rules about which pets are okay, and everyone gets high-speed internet and can use the resident portal online to ask for repairs or talk with the staff, who have a reputation for being pretty friendly and helpful.
A big thing about Elmhaven Manor is that nobody has to shovel snow, rake leaves, or fix leaky faucets since there's 24-hour maintenance and management right on the property, plus an online maintenance portal for reporting any problems, so if something breaks, help comes pretty quick. The community has elevators, is handicap accessible, and offers controlled access with intercoms for safety, so people feel secure at all hours. There's a convenience store right on site, a beauty and barber salon, a gym, a billiards lounge, game and card rooms, a mini theater, and a library where residents spend their time, plus there's a big main lounge with a fireplace where planned activities get people together and an art studio for those who like crafts or painting.
The staff organize group activities like art classes, exercise, and cards, and a professional activity coordinator plans trips for shopping, banking, or just having fun at the casino, which many residents seem to enjoy, and there are scheduled rides to stores and other spots that make it easier for folks who don't drive. The community schedules meals, and for those who don't want to cook or clean, there's help available with housekeeping, laundry, and cooking, plus a service called the Haven Handy Person if there's something extra that needs fixing up. The kitchen staff make meals with a focus on good nutrition and quality ingredients, and the community's even won awards for meals and activities.
Elmhaven Manor offers several levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, in spaces designed to help reduce confusion and wandering, and home care aides are on hand when needed. The building feels busy and alive, with lots of chances to make friends, play games, or join group activities, and there's enough space outside to enjoy the views or sit on a patio. The building itself feels elegant but easy to move around, and everything is built so it's comfortable for folks who aren't as spry as they used to be. People can book a tour if they want to see what daily life, dining, and activities are like, and the community has won several awards for being clean, safe, and friendly. Storage space's available, and parking's not a problem either. The place seems to suit people who want a bit of help here and there, who'd like more friends close by, or who need more support as they get older, and they offer an online "Apply Now" option for those who want to see if living at Elmhaven Manor fits their needs.
