Short-Term Nursing and Rehabilitation in Detroit, MI

My father was only at this facility for a week. But during that week, the staff treated him with respect and was very helpful to the family. Our family likeD the home feel of the facility and how the all the residents in a home ate together at one big table.

– Jay R

There comes a time in life when the only really important thing for consideration is "Will my loved one be well cared for here?" We had toured several facilities, my wife and I, in preparation for that dreaded day. My wife, Joyce, Has that terrible disease of Alzheimer's, and the Laurels of Dekalb was our choice. I say our choice, for that although she was progerssing, as all do with this disease, she was part of the decision making. Before considering a facility we never made an appointment because there are care givers who would be certain "things were in place", if they knew a potential customer was coming to visit.

From our first exposure to the Laurel's it ranked way up there as far as cleanliness, friendly staff and resident room tidiness. We were met by the Administrator and as we were introduced to everyone from dietary to marketing, names were used for us as well as staff members. The smell of soiled clothing and/or to sleeping materials is a real turnoff for me. I have never lost sleep wondering if she is receiving the best care available, because I know in my heart of hearts that the Laurel's is the best of the best. I must say, in all my visits, only once did the smell strike me, and I have been there many, many times. An occasional accident is bound to happen, but for the smell to be prevalent and pervasive is not.

My wife, Joyce, receives better care than I could possibly provide. For consideration is around the clock nursing, administration of meds, monitoring, nutrition, hygiene and ambulation. The average person is unable to sustain any, let alone all of them, over time. I did it for over 6 years and let me say, "It took its toll".

The staff of the Laurel's has been more accommodating than could ever have been expected. To hear a RN or CNA say to a resident that they "love them" is more than just words. Think of how comforting this must be to one in the "memory care unit" who may have an occasional visitor. We do not know what those with dementia or Alzheimer's are able to process, but to see a smile come across their face is certainly rewarding to both the resident and to the caregiver.

How do you put thousands of thoughts into a few words is challenging, but I have done my best to convey by heartfelt thanks to God for guiding us to the Laurel's of DeKalb.

– Jim S

The management team, nurses, aides, and physical therapy staff couldn’t have been any more caring and helpful from the moment I arrived. They made sure I had meals and snacks to my satisfaction. The nurses aides went over and beyond to make me feel at home. I could not have asked for any better treatment during my stay.

– Cindy B

I knew that my family member would be well taken care of at this facility from word of mouth, but I couldn’t have imagined just how exceptional her rehab stay would be. All of the staff in each department consistently went above and beyond to try to make her stay comfortable. Beautiful facility (from the window visit!) and I also got to interact with the staff, and they treated her like their own family. Rehab was amazing and had her walking in no time. Definitely recommend!

– C K

The therapy is the best there is, and the therapists are thorough and dedicated. Everybody is friendly and knows you by name. The transportation is a nice service and Jim is very friendly. They respond to call lights fast. The private rooms are real nice and cozy, and they have the best soup I've ever had!

– Caylor

My favorite features of Bluffs Park were good food and great staff. The therapists were wonderful and pushed me to do more each day. I would absolutely recommend Bluffs Park to others. I am so grateful my doctor knew of this place.

– Sally C

Therapy has been a blessing, a breath of fresh air. I look forward to it every morning.

– Mr. Wyatt

"The staff was very friendly; they were wonderful to watch interact with each other, staff and patients.  Food was much better than expected.  Rehab was wonderful!  I even got a graduation certificate when I left to return home."

– Susan

I’ve noticed that my grandma has gotten a lot more active, healthier, and stronger. She has also started eating more! She is very happy there and can’t wait for every new day to hangout with the SUPER NICE care team that is there!

– Aubrey C