Addington Place of Clarkston

The food is more like chili, and tomato based optiions, so my loved one tries some of the options. They are busy all the time with activiites. They offer, Bingo dailiy, movies, crafts, and trips to the local grocery store We picked this community, because of previous reviews from friends-family, it wasclose proxity to my loved ones house. The tour is what sold us. They are so nice. We are getting good value for the money.

The Executive Director picked my mom up from the Rehab facility! Her greeting was so nice. Not overwhelming for her at all. A gift bag, special diet treats! The “short and sweet” visits was just what she needed to build her confidence.

We have been very happy with Addington Place. The staff are wonderful. Mom did have a fall last month, in the bathroom, and they called me right away. Addington place is very homey. The staff does several activities every day, Monday thru Friday. I have an app on my phone, Sagely, and I get updates on what activities mom is participating in. It seems pretty accurate. The food seems very nice, mom likes it. They have been very accommodating to mom's needs.

For meals and dining they are fantastic. They have a large selection for the residents to chose from daily. They also allow family to join for a small donation or small amount of money. The activities program is fantastic , take photos of you're loved ones and send them to you during the activities of each day and or week. The only downside is short staff at times, but they are working through it as best as possible. The majority of the people and staff that we have met especially the Head Nurse have been with Addington Place of Clarkson have been there for many years which is nice. We are extremely pleased!

They did not disclose to us that in the memory care unit they had psychiatric patients that could not find a more suitable place to live - so that was a huge thing in the beginning, also just like everyone else they were severely understaffed and were not able to give our loved one adequate care. Our loved one was barely watched which resulted in her falling many times. They also do not have a system in place for medication so there is nobody there double checking the medication and dosage is right. On one occasion they gave our loved one someone else's blood pressure and diabetes medication which had sent our loved one to the hospital. There were no activities going on, and the food was almost inedible - it was not even really nutritious meals.

My dad was in an assisted living community prior to Addington Place and began having behavioral issues. He said that they weren't taking care of the residents, which then caused him to misbehave. A lot of places weren't wiling to take him, but Addington Place did. He moved in with no issues. The other place he referred to as a "prison", but he loves it here. He's had no problems; he says they treat the residents well, takes care of them, and they really care about the people that live there. He says, "The people here are so good to me". It's a night and day difference. He's been here for a few months and I've not once received a call about him misbehaving or doing something he's not supposed to. He actually stopped doing those things. He was acting out previously because he wasn't receiving proper care. He really just loves it here, and is doing so well!

There is new management that is changing at the moment right now. They are still transitioning at the time and by [date removed] they will be completely under the new company. They plan to keep as many of the staff as they can and so far it seems that it is going that way. They had a meeting with the executives and I was impressed but I am still waiting to see. All the right things were said and they had a lot of answers but I just have to see. A few days after my loved one moved in they had a positive covid case and because of the concern of spreading covid i did not go into the building until there was no covid in the building. I feel like there is a lax attitude about wearing mask in memory care. I spoke with the executive director and they got a sign up about mask but I feel like as healthcare workers they should be more careful. I know that not everyone is not vaccinated but you cant be careful enough.

Tour and discussion went very well. Was pleased that my meal, meds, and mothering concerns were favorably addressed. [name removed] was very knowledgeable and helpful.

We have been researching assisted living places for our mom. We had heard about them through a friend whose mother had stayed there. [name removed] their Director of Sales has been outstanding. She is thoughtful and caring. She has gone the extra mile. Always available to answer questions and find the information and answers we need. She definitely has made this process so much easier. She is a wonderful ambassador for this facility. Thank you, [name removed]!!!

Autumn Ridge is the best Assisted Living in Clarkston, MI! They took such great care of my grandma all the way up till the end of life. The caregivers are well attentive, housekeeping is amazing, and the management team is always present and addresses any concerns. Would recommend this Assisted Living to everyone!

Very disappointed! When we met with their team prior to signing the lease, they talked very highly of themselves and the outstanding care they provide to their residents. However, due to their staffing issues and inability to hire/retain staff, many services that we currently pay for are not being delivered such as daily light housekeeping, weekly deep cleaning, showers and linen changes two times/week, and escorts to daily activities. I can't tell you how many times I've walked into my mom's room and was disgusted at the cleanliness of her bathroom. When we have tried to address this with their Exec Director, [name removed], he gets defensive and blames the "management" for the lack of resources he has to work with.

Autumn Ridge has been a blessing for our family and daughter, [Name removed]. The administrative staff have worked at Autumn Ridge for many years which speaks volumes. The facility is beautiful, well maintained and the residents are treated with respect and well cared for.

My mother in law's condition began requiring more care than we were able to provide for her in our home. After much family discussion and searching, we decided to place her at Autumn Ridge of Clarkston. The staff couldn't have been nicer. They treated her like their own family. My MIL made many friends, attended all the activities and seemed overall 'happier" than she'd been in years. Her medical condition eventually required the care of CNS hospice, and their additional care for Mom AND all the family members was more than we could have asked for. I can't begin to thank enough, the staff at Autumn Ridge of Clarkston, and CNS hospice.

I came to Autumn Ridge under Hospice care. On April 14th, I am leaving the community walking under my own power. I will leave to continue my rehabilitation with friends and my primary physician and my specialists. This would not have been possible if it were not for the wonderful, dedicated and knowledgeable staff here at Autumn Ridge. Their knowledgeable staff in every department went beyond their positions to make sure that all of my needs were taken care of! Thank You!

I toured this community. It is very clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.

This place is always clean and smells wonderful. Most everyone is very friendly and helpful. Some of the aides need more training in dealing with seniors that have their own opinions. Also, the food leaves a lot to be desired.

The staff did a great job in showing us around they took their time and answered all our question, this is a very nice community and clean and the staff was very friendly. I think this would be a good fit for my father-in-law.

My mom is slowly settling in and the staff has been great at encouraging her to take part in the activities and field trips. My mom does go to the dining room and she says that she is "okay" with the menu choices. I like that there is a resident doctor who sees my mom and helps monitor her meds and they keep me informed of any changes. I would recommend this community to friends and family.