Managed by Life Care Services LLC
1390 North Drake Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Phone: (269) 381-8837
Fax: (269) 381-7129
E-mail: info@woodsidefvk.com

Discover a Unique Approach to Assisted Living

Assisted living is an excellent solution for people who want to maintain their privacy and independence yet receive the help they need with activities of daily life such as bathing and dressing. Woodside at Friendship Village takes the assisted living concept even further by complementing supportive services with a cozy, home-like setting.

Specifically, Woodside residents enjoy the satisfaction and pleasure of having a private suite of their own. Our one- and two-bedroom suites have a living area, eat-in kitchenette and private bath. Plus, large windows let in light and provide scenic views of the wooded landscape.

These residential suites are clustered together into "neighborhoods," which share common areas such as a fully equipped country kitchen, dining room, cozy family room and a spacious living room filled with comfortable sofas and hardwood furniture. Residents use these rooms to visit with family, play board games with neighbors, or invite grandchildren over to bake an after-school treat.

In addition to the companionship of others, residents are able to enjoy interesting and entertaining activities. Whether it's an evening movie or a trip to the museum, our full-time Activities Coordinator ensures that each day offers a choice of fun, educational and spiritually uplifting things to do.

The comforts of home are extended to Woodside's personal care services. Tailored to each person's specific needs, these individualized services include help with dressing, bathing, medication management and other daily activities. They're designed to promote the highest level of independence.
 
Of course, there are other things that set us apart from typical assisted living communities. Woodside's dedication to providing the highest quality care is reflected in our excellent staff-to-resident ratio and around-the-clock staffing. Also, our medical professionals prepare and administer medications, never trusting this important step to someone else.
 
You'll value the security that results from a long tradition of caring. Woodside is on the campus of Friendship Village a retirement community that has been well respected in Kalamazoo for over 25 years. At Woodside, you'll discover that our staff is skilled and compassionate, with a true love for people. Many of our caregivers have been serving residents since our doors opened in 1998 and were with Friendship Village prior to joining us - some for more than 10 years. This creates a continuity of excellent care not commonly found elsewhere.

Also, Woodside is a not-for-profit community. Our objectives are to ensure the best quality of life and care for our residents, and the future stability and security of the community. Any profits generated remain within the community to provide for continued growth and security. Adding to that security, Woodside is managed by Life Care Services, the nation's leader in the management and development of retirement and assisted living communities. Together this assures peace of mind for both residents and their families.

To find out more about how Woodside at Friendship Village combines just the right amount of support with the comforts of home, call (269) 381-8837 or e-mail info@woodsidefvk.com.

For more information about independent living at Friendship Village Kalamazoo, click here: www.friendshipvillagemi.com.

Important Information about Woodside

• Located on the 72-acre campus of Friendship Village

• Kalamazoo Life-care Retirement Community

• Excellent location offers easy access for family and friends; near several physicians

• Adjacent to the scenic Village Woods, a five-acre natural area crisscrossed by paved walking paths 

• Choice of private one- or two-bedroom suite complete with living area, eat-in kitchenette and bathroom

• Residences clustered in neighborhoods around living spaces found in a typical home such as a fully equipped country kitchen and cozy family room 

• Move-in coordination services available

• All activities and amenities under one roof

• Delicious, home-style meals served in a comfortable dining room

• Enclosed courtyard and screened porch offer a secure setting to enjoy the outdoors

• A variety of planned social, recreational and cultural activities

• Exercise classes tailored to residents' abilities

• Mass and interfaith worship services

• Scheduled transportation to appointments, shopping centers and entertainment

• Convenient services include weekly housekeeping, laundry, home maintenance and lawn care

• Guest apartments available for overnight guests

• Personal services such as bathing, dressing and medication management are tailored to each individual's special needs

• 24-hour, 7-day-a-week professional staffing ensures that help is always available

• Staff-to-resident ratio and long-term employees provide continuity of excellent care

• Respite care available for families who need short-term care for their loved ones

• Specialized care and suites available for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory-related disorders, includes additional staffing and special activities 

• Services are designed to help residents preserve dignity and quality of life while maintaining a sense of normalcy and self-esteem

• State-of-the-art fire, safety and security systems; 24-hour security system controls access to buildings

• Monthly fee includes suite, support services, activities, weekly housekeeping, home maintenance, management of medication, scheduled transportation, and more

• Non-profit ownership by Lifecare, Inc.

• Managed by Life Care Services, the industry leader with 40 years of experience in managing more than 100 independent and assisted living communities nationwide

WOODSIDE at FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE

Managed by Life Care Services LLC
1390 North Drake Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Phone: (269) 381-8837
Fax: (269) 381-7129
E-mail: info@woodsidefvk.com