Besser Senior Living Community is an assisted living facility located in Alpena, Michigan, offering a range of services for older adults. Opened in 2021, the community provides both assisted living and memory care for residents, supporting individuals with varying levels of needs, including those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Residents at Besser Senior Living can access help with activities of daily living, medication management, and specialized support tailored to promote safety, independence, and comfort.

Care staff at the community offer incontinence care and ambulatory assistance to support residents who require mobility aid or help with toileting. The secured community environment is designed with safety in mind, which is especially important for residents with memory-related conditions. The memory care program includes specialized activities, safety monitoring, and support for cognitive function. Health and wellness services available to residents include diabetes care, on-site medication management, and nursing oversight to address personal healthcare needs. Additional amenities include a barber and beauty salon, massage therapy, and regular fitness programs such as yoga and chair yoga. Residents can also enjoy indoor walking paths, participate in various clubs and communities, and take part in organized social and recreational activities intended to promote engagement and socialization.

Besser Senior Living Community provides transportation for residents at cost, which can be used for both medical and non-medical appointments. This service helps facilitate access to healthcare providers, shopping, and recreational outings in the greater Alpena area.

Resident and family reviews of Besser Senior Living Community indicate a mixed perception of care quality. While individual staff members are frequently commended for their compassion and the respect they show—particularly during end-of-life care—there are recurring concerns about response times to call buttons, with reports of significant delays when residents request assistance. These slow response times, sometimes exceeding an hour, and concerns about understaffing or underqualified personnel have affected overall perceptions of daily care. Reviewers generally appreciate the facility’s building and room quality, but some feel the care provided does not always match expectations set by the facility's appearance or cost. Overall, Besser Senior Living strives to offer a supportive environment with a broad range of services, but families and residents should consider reported challenges related to staffing and care response.

Costs at this community start at $3,394 and range up to $6,060. The average price in the community is $4,726, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,631. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.