Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Families are highly encouraged to participate in care planning meetings, support groups, and community events.

Yes. Tours are tailored to each prospective resident’s interests, lifestyle preferences, and care needs. Families may even schedule a meal or activity experience during their visit.

Families can follow community updates through featured blog posts, social media, newsletters, support groups, and special event announcements.

Same-day move-ins may be possible depending on individual circumstances, but the typical move-in timeline is about one week.

The community is located approximately five minutes from Corewell Health Niles Hospital and close to additional healthcare providers throughout the region.

The move-in process begins with a personalized assessment and tour. Families then complete paperwork and coordinate move-in details with the community team.

Brentwood at Niles offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Respite Care with personalized support tailored to each resident’s needs.

Families often say the warm, family-like atmosphere stands out immediately when they walk through the doors. Brentwood at Niles also offers unique features like in-house therapy services, resident ambassador programs, SafelyYou technology in Memory Care, and personalized care planning.

Residents enjoy close proximity to downtown Niles, Lake Michigan, Notre Dame, Riverfront Park, and scenic walking trails right across the street from the community.

The community is conveniently located near Riverfront Park, Oak Street Park, downtown Niles restaurants and shops, Notre Dame, Lake Michigan, and local walking trails.

Recent updates include new flooring in the dining room, refreshed Memory Care spaces, and new furniture upgrades throughout the community.

Brentwood at Niles is located in the heart of Niles, Michigan, near local parks, shopping, dining, and healthcare providers.

Memory Care residents enjoy a more family-style dining experience designed to encourage comfort, familiarity, and social engagement.

Yes. Team members receive specialized dementia care training to support residents with compassion, dignity, and individualized attention.

SafelyYou is an advanced monitoring technology designed to help identify and reduce fall risks for residents in Memory Care.

Brentwood at Niles offers specialized Memory Care designed to support individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

Memory Care includes secure environments, personalized care planning, emergency alert systems, and SafelyYou technology designed to help monitor resident safety.

Absolutely. Many families use respite stays as an opportunity to experience the community, care, dining, and lifestyle before making a long-term decision.

Yes. Respite residents are encouraged to participate in all social activities, outings, dining experiences, and wellness programs.

Length of stay can vary depending on the resident’s needs and apartment availability.

Yes. Respite care can be a helpful option for individuals recovering after a hospital or rehabilitation stay who may benefit from additional support before returning home.

Short-Term Respite Care provides temporary stays for seniors who may need additional support after a hospital visit, while a caregiver is away, or to experience community life before making a long-term decision.

Residents are encouraged to bring their own furniture and personal belongings to make their apartment feel like home. Basic furnishings can be provided if needed.

Yes. Brentwood at Niles is a pet-friendly community.

Yes. Residents have access to a café area with snacks, beverages, and a coffee bar available throughout the day.

Yes. Brentwood at Niles partners with the Alzheimer’s Association to host monthly support groups open to residents, families, and community members.

Yes. Utilities including electricity, water, gas, trash removal, cable TV, and Wi-Fi are included.

Yes. Transportation is available for scheduled group outings and individual medical appointments. The transportation vehicle is wheelchair accessible.

Popular activities include Bingo several times a week, group outings, games, seasonal celebrations, exercise programs, support groups, and social events. Residents also enjoy weekly shopping trips, museum outings, and dining excursions.

Brentwood at Niles has a resident ambassador program to help new residents feel comfortable, make friends, and become involved in community life.

Residents enjoy menu-style dining with multiple meal choices and accommodations for special dietary needs. Assisted Living residents select meals from a menu, while Memory Care residents enjoy a more family-style dining experience.