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Magnolia by the Lakes

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight beautiful, well-maintained resort-style campus. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

1699 Cass Lake Road, Keego Harbor, MI 48320130 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 140 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Magnolia by the Lakes offers a beautiful, resort-like environment with excellent social programming that many residents enjoy. However, families should be cautious regarding the administrative and financial policies; ensure you have all contract terms clearly explained in writing and ask about their specific protocols for handling end-of-life transitions to avoid unexpected stress.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

140 reviews on Google
Magnolia by the Lakes is frequently praised for its beautiful, resort-like setting, scenic lake views, and engaging social activities that help residents feel at home. However, the facility faces significant criticism regarding its administrative practices, with multiple families reporting aggressive sales tactics, rigid financial policies after a resident's passing, and a perceived lack of compassion from leadership. While many residents and their families report high satisfaction with the care staff, others have raised serious concerns about responsiveness and the facility's handling of medical emergencies.

Quality Themes

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Food8.0Staff6.0Clean9.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory4.0Comms3.0Value4.0

Strengths

  • Beautiful, well-maintained resort-style campus
  • Scenic lake views and pleasant grounds
  • Engaging social activities and theme dinners
  • Many long-term, caring staff members

Concerns

  • Aggressive sales tactics and pressure to sign contracts (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Lack of compassion and rigid financial policies regarding rent after resident death (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Poor communication and unprofessional attitude from the owner/administration (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Slow response times or lack of assistance during medical needs/falls (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

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23 reviews posted between Jan 7, 2025Jan 9, 2025 · 23 were 5-star
13 reviews posted between Jan 11, 2024Jan 12, 2024 · 13 were 5-star
10 reviews posted between Dec 8, 2024Dec 10, 2024 · 10 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

10%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We love the look of the lakefront views and the resort-style campus; what kind of themed dinners or social outings do you have planned for the residents this month?
  • 2Since we noticed you take the time to respond to community feedback, how does the administration typically handle new suggestions or concerns from family members?
  • 3Can you walk us through the specific protocols in place to ensure a rapid response if a resident has a fall or a sudden medical need during the night?
  • 4How would you describe the long-term relationships between your senior staff and the residents here?
  • 5What specific programming and specialized support do you offer for residents who may need more intensive memory care?
  • 6How does the facility handle the transition of financial responsibilities or rent adjustments in the event of a resident's passing?

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Key Review Excerpts

The entertainment that was provided actually got my Mom up dancing before dinner! The food was delicious! I feel very comfortable with my mother living at Magnolia.

Long-term resident's family · 2018★★★★★

Moving your loved one with dementia into a new environment is difficult for everyone and the team at Magnolia made it a positive experience. The loving staff and careful professionals make day to day living a joy.

Memory care family member · 2024★★★★★

I was about to sign an agreement with them until the Owner, President and Doctor of the facility became very defensive when I stated that I had a couple questions regarding the contract. I was so taken off guard by her attitude and the way she spoke to me, I decided not to sign the agreement and left.

Prospective resident's family · 2023☆☆☆☆
Source: 140 Google reviews

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