Ivy Home is an assisted living facility located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The community primarily provides residential support for older adults who require assistance with activities of daily living while maintaining as much independence as possible. Ivy Home has a home-like setting designed to support seniors with varying care needs. The facility offers a range of amenities and services intended to meet residents’ physical and social requirements; however, recent resident and family feedback highlights certain concerns regarding both the environment and care quality.
In terms of care services, Ivy Home provides targeted support for residents managing diabetes, including monitoring blood glucose levels and assisting with insulin administration as prescribed by a healthcare provider. Incontinence care is available, with staff assisting residents in maintaining personal hygiene and managing continence supplies as needed. The facility also accommodates individuals with ambulatory needs, offering help with mobility and transfers to promote safety and accessibility throughout the community. A separate memory care wing is available for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, offering specialized supervision and structured activities tailored to cognitive support. Medication management is provided to ensure that residents receive their medications accurately and on schedule, under the oversight of trained staff members. All care and services are conducted in English.
Based on recent reviews, residents and family members have voiced concerns regarding aspects of the living environment. The interior of Ivy Home has been described as dark, and rooms are noted to be small, which may affect residents' sense of comfort and space. Feedback also points to shortcomings in cleanliness, with particular attention drawn to the kitchen area, and indicates a need for improvement in the overall facility maintenance. While the community is intended to have a home-like feel, these environmental and maintenance concerns have influenced family and resident recommendations about the facility.
Costs at this community start at $1,300 and range up to $9,429. The average price in the community is $5,364, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,558. 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.