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Independence Village of Waterford

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight highly responsive and compassionate management team. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

900 N Cass Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328180 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 100 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly recommended for its warm, professional management team and active social environment. When touring, we suggest you specifically ask about the current food service provider and request a clear policy on how the facility communicates with families during medical transitions to avoid the issues reported by past residents.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

100 reviews on Google
Independence Village of Waterford (formerly The Inn at Cass Lake) is generally praised for its welcoming atmosphere, clean facility, and a highly regarded management team, particularly Tiffani and Shereida. While many families report that their loved ones thrive due to the active social calendar and attentive staff, some reviewers have raised concerns regarding food quality and occasional communication lapses during medical transitions.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff9.0Clean9.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms6.0Value8.0

Strengths

  • Highly responsive and compassionate management team
  • Clean, well-maintained, and modern facility
  • Active social calendar and daily resident activities
  • Welcoming and supportive staff environment

Concerns

  • Inconsistent food quality and menu variety (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Poor communication during medical emergencies or transitions (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

73%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate that resident and family input into your day-to-day operations?
  • 2With such a full social calendar, what are some of the most popular activities or events that residents are currently enjoying?
  • 3We understand that dining is a big part of the community experience; how are you currently working to improve menu variety and the overall meal service for residents?
  • 4When a resident has a medical transition or a sudden health change, what is your specific process for keeping family members informed and involved?
  • 5The facility feels very modern and well-maintained; how do you ensure that the living spaces and common areas stay consistently clean and comfortable for everyone?
  • 6Given the size of the community with 180 residents, how do you ensure that each individual receives personalized attention and that communication remains consistent?

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Key Review Excerpts

From the time we walked in the door Tiffani and Shereida set our mind at ease that Mom would be comfortable, safe and well cared for.

Memory care family member · 2024★★★★★

The food, three meals a day served like a top notch restaurant and the food is delicious! Fresh food. We are recommending to everyone. And affordable.

Family member · 2026★★★★★

The facility is undergoing some renovations, so some things are a little untidy right now (but hey, ya' can't make an omelet without breaking an egg).

Family member · 2025★★★★
Source: 100 Google reviews

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

900 N Cass Lake Road Owner LLC

Source: State licensing data

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