Briarwood Assisted Living
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm, attentive, and compassionate staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 31 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
Briarwood is highly recommended for its compassionate, hands-on staff and welcoming environment. Families should feel confident in the facility's ability to support residents through difficult transitions, as multiple reviewers highlighted the staff's dedication to both physical and emotional care.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
31 reviews on Google“Briarwood Assisted Living is highly regarded by families for its warm, attentive staff and clean, inviting environment. Reviewers frequently highlight the compassionate care provided to residents and the facility's ability to make families feel like part of a supportive community.”
Quality Themes
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- Warm, attentive, and compassionate staff
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- High-quality, delicious food
- Strong, supportive transition assistance for new residents
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 32 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1Since we noticed how much you value interacting with families through your reviews, how often do you encourage us to visit and participate in community events?
- 2We've heard wonderful things about the dining experience here; could you tell us more about how the menus are planned and how much variety there is for daily meals?
- 3Moving into a new place can be overwhelming, so could you describe the specific steps your team takes to help a new resident settle into the Briarwood community?
- 4With a cozy community of 55 residents, what kind of daily social activities or group outings are typically available to keep everyone engaged?
- 5How does the staff handle medical needs or unexpected health changes during the overnight hours?
- 6The facility looks very well-kept; what is your routine for ensuring the common areas and resident rooms stay clean and comfortable every day?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The afternoon that he passed, the Director stopped everything she had going on and sat with me to comfort and support.”
“Judy works tirelessly to make sure the patients are well cared for and supported both emotionally and physically.”
“My parents have had a difficult time giving up their independence at age 90, but again the staff has tried to help them make the transition easier.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: MI Dept. of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
Key Findings
The most recent inspection in March 2025 identified several concerns regarding food safety, improper storage of cleaning supplies and sharps, and incomplete medical record documentation. However, a recent special investigation into allegations of neglect was closed with no violations established.
Mar 27, 2025ComplaintCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Mar 20, 2025Routine
Clean linen storage area contained non-linen items (ironing board, wheelchair foot pedals, personal laundry, and cleaning items), posing a risk for cross-contamination.
One resident's tuberculosis (TB) screening could not be located in the record; screening must be performed within 12 months prior to admission.
Dishwasher sanitization logs for February 2-5, 2025, contained incomplete or blank entries regarding sanitization temperatures.
Multiple food items in the assisted living, memory care, and activities room refrigerators/cabinets were unlabeled with an appropriate open date.
Hazardous/toxic chemicals and sharp items were found unsecured in an unlocked kitchenette drawer, a cabinet with a broken lock, and the activities room.
Sep 26, 2023RoutineCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Oct 3, 2022RoutineCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Ely Street Opco LLC
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