Brookdale Portage in Portage, Michigan, is a senior living community offering a blend of assisted living and dedicated memory care services. The facility is designed to provide personalized support for residents who need assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, all of which can be provided with full assistance as needed. Specialized memory care is available for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, delivered within a secured community that is purposefully structured to accommodate those with memory loss. Both assisted living and memory care residents benefit from access to indoor and outdoor walking paths, promoting physical activity in a secure environment.
Care and medical support at Brookdale Portage include 12- to 16-hour nursing services, providing consistent access to medical oversight and routine health assessments. Medication management and diabetes care are offered and managed by trained staff to ensure timely and accurate administration of prescriptions and health monitoring. Incontinence and ambulatory care are provided for residents who require additional daily support. The memory care program features a mental wellness component and is tailored for cognitive health and safety, including a design that supports orientation and reduces confusion. Residents also have access to a barber and beauty salon, fostering personal grooming and well-being.
The community fosters engagement through organized clubs and group activities, offering residents opportunities to form social connections and maintain a sense of routine and involvement. Both the indoor and outdoor walking paths enable safe physical activity throughout the year. For transportation needs, Brookdale Portage provides transportation arrangement services for non-medical purposes, allowing residents to attend social outings, community events, or other personal errands that help maintain independence and community connection.
Family and resident feedback highlights several strengths of Brookdale Portage, including a friendly and kind care environment, long-serving staff members, and a clean, homelike setting with accessible outdoor spaces and a variety of activities. Many reviewers note positive experiences with compassionate staff and the home-like feel of the community. However, families and residents also identify consistent concerns with staffing levels, occasional high turnover, and slow response times, which can affect care quality and communication. Some have reported confusion during onboarding, billing, or communication between staff and families. While the overall recommendation is positive, ongoing family advocacy is advised to help ensure that service quality remains consistent and responsive to residents’ needs.
As of mid-2024, there have been no major expansions or significant new developments reported at Brookdale Portage. The facility continues to focus on maintaining a comfortable and supportive environment for both assisted living and memory care residents.
Costs at this community start at $1,300 and range up to $8,706. The average price in the community is $5,003, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,664. 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.
