Caring, confidential, experienced professional highly recommended for individual, couples and small…read moregroup counseling in the Grand Rapids area. I've known Blake for 5+ years in a professional relationship and am confident he will engage with you in a goal directed, therapeutic manner and assist you with positive outcomes and healthy change.

My mom was sent to an assisted living facility at Addington Place due to beginnings of dementia. I…read morelive far away and I didn't know anything about assisted living so I decided to visit my mom and see for myself. First of all, it's in a woodsy setting and the grounds are nicely kept. She is in building 5. Out front, there is a little pond with ducks and frogs and a fountain in the center. There is access to a covered, outdoor sitting area with table and chairs which is locked at night. It is close to 28th St, NE where you can find Meijer, Five below, Dollar store, all kinds of shopping, services and restaurants. Not in walking distance, however, which is probably for the best. There is a weekly(?) trip to market you can sign up for. My plans were loosely put together and I figured I'd stay at a hotel when I couldn't stay with friends. I arrived late and asked if I could stay in my mom's room for the night. They said yes, it is her room and I could stay as long as needed! Not only that, they brought in a pillow and blanket for me. So nice. Thus began my 2 week stay in my mom's room where I got to experience Addington Place, building 5, first hand. I'm sorry I'm terrible with names and my focus was mostly on my mom so this is my non-technical personal experience. Each resident has their own room which includes a private bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower. There is wifi and basic tv service (provide your own tv) but the WiFi is hit or miss and I had to go down the hall to get max bars with my iPad. When I arrived she had a bed, dresser, chair and nightstand, but I'm not sure if they were standard or added. There are 2 nurse-call strings. One in the bathroom next to the toilet and one in the sleeping area. The room may be decorated and furniture brought in. The entrance door to the room can be decorated on the outside. One thing I wish there was a close and convenient water source. There is water at the bathroom sink, of course, and you can bring water from the dining hall but I think I would have drank more water if there was a water dispenser. As it was, I became dehydrated. Morning, noon and evening, someone knocked on the door to say meals are being served. Each resident has an assigned seat. I spoke with the head of kitchen about paying ahead so that I may also have meals and a deal was struck. The meals, while not 5-star restaurant quality, were consistently nutritious and varied. I could spot protein, carbs, vegetable, Vitamin C, Calcium, fiber. I assume there are customized menus available, for diabetes, allergies etc but the people we sat next to all had the same plate. They could ask for more. You can tell a lot of thought is put into creating the menus. The coffee is great, not watered down. There are 5 roomy, square tables with 4 seats each in the dining hall for our section. Some residents were wheelchair bound and were wheeled in. Some were able to work their wheelchair themselves. It was a well executed production. The staff is friendly, helpful and approachable. Any time I had a question (I always have many) I was able to get an immediate answer or directed to the person who could answer it. There was always someone to consult with. Sometimes late at night I had to look around to find someone, but they were never far. At 5am, a nurse(?) brought meds to my mom. She also received meds at lunch and supper. They keep the meds and orders at the nurses station and they're distributed on time, as instructed. On empty stomach, with food, etc. There are 2 nurse-call strings located in the bedroom. When they're engaged, usually at night, an alarm goes off in the hallway. A staff member responds and turns it off. It rarely took more than a couple minutes each time. When I was there, they went off 0-4 times a night. It is loud, but considering they are emergencies, one can hardly complain. There's a monthly calendar of events. Bingo days, a day for getting your hair cut, dyed, styled. Nail day when you can get your nails trimmed and polished. Field trips. They went to Johnson park this summer for a picnic. Bring your Pet to Work day, where the staff's pets can visit with the residents. My mom has a kitten. Other residents drop in to see him so it helps my mom socially. The residents are adorable. They each have a story, a reason for being there, and opinion on how they like Addington Place. I mean, they aren't all happy all the time but overall they love it. One gentleman was there due to a trauma. He wanted to leave saying he is better now. One woman was grumbly most days. One woman is 100 years old! There are as many different personalities as there are people and they had one thing in common, they're out of their homes and living in assisted living. It is a family of peers, some stronger than others on any given day. I loved it! We all were sad when I had to go.

Do not put your loved one here if they are not meek and complacent. This place kicked out my aunt…read morefor while I am guardian and kept her money. She was illegally evicted, sent to the emergency room via ambulance in Feb with no coat in slippers, then abandoned there. The administration and corporate office refused to communicate with us afterwards about returning the remainder of her monthly payment. A state investigation found them in violation of wrongly discharging her (read report here https://adultfostercare.apps.lara.state.mi.us/Home/ViewReport/247796). Limited income allows no way to pay for litigation and they knew this. They now have $1100 of her money that would pay for her end of life expenses. She is in late stage dementia and living in a nursing home now after a severe decline from the stress of living for 3 weeks in a hospital while finding a place for her after this place evicted her. This was not needed after living through neglect from her spouse that caused a CPS investigation and a guardianship hearing. Look up their multiple violations.

I truly cannot say enough good things about this team. Heather, Missy, Dani, and all the wonderful…read moreABA techs who worked with my daughter were attentive to detail, sensitive, nurturing, and extremely patient and accommodating. Their work ethic and efficiency are top-tier, and my daughter has improved her social skills in many ways. Thanks to the routine, structure, and dependable nature of their program, they were able to create a system that my daughter knew and could trust. I can't say enough good things about Lighthouse. They work extremely hard for every family, so if you are looking for a spot for your kid, don't hesitate. Every child is treated like an individual, not just a number, and that makes all of the difference. This is the place to be.

I came in a complete mess and left more content than ever in my life. I used all methods at my…read moredisposal including a type of group therapy separate from this resource; also mitigated my main stressors, found new tools to release my hangups, and connected to my higher power to help with anything Bryan or I couldn't do for ourselves. The office experience is super chill. They play the best music and are so calm. Find your calm here.

Bryan is a sacred friend, very gifted therapist, uniquely intuitive and has a wonderful grasp of…read morehow the mind and spirit operate, empowering people to heal in powerful ways. I wholeheartedly would recommend him to anyone!

My first experience with GR Center for Mindfulness was Carol's 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress…read moreReduction class. Because I am a yoga instructor, I felt like I already had a reasonable grasp of meditation, but I participated fully and with an open mind to see what it was like. The deeper understanding of stress and how to relate to it differently has been life-changing. The simply but effective practices are something that I can rely on in the midst of even very stressful life situations, and the quality of my life and my relationships has improved significantly thanks to what I learned. I have also taken the Self-Compassion for Beginners workshop and the Building Mindful Connection course, and I can't wait to take another class!

With mixed emotions of enthusiasm and trepidation I signed up for my first Mindfulness Based…read moreMeditation Class offered through Grand Rapids Mindfulness Center earlier this year. I attended once a week, going to both April and Carol's evening class as my schedule changed often. Both April and carol were wonderful, patient teachers of the class, helping a meditation novice like myself, grow and develop in practice. The MBSR curriculum itself is challenging yet stimulating and I can say that I've changed for the better from the homework and lessons. I feel like I do live more in the present with less anxiety, increased creativity, calmer disposition, and greater awareness of my emotions and thoughts. I would recommend a MBSR class from either Carol or April to anyone. Grand Rapids Mindfulness Center also brings in various authors and speakers on the topic of mindfulness and meditation in addition to yoga and meditation sessions for those already practicing. They are based out of Expressions of Grace Yoga Studio on Northland Drive Grand Rapids but they offer the MBSR courses throughout the city. .

We had a beautiful experience here! Everything from the content to the accommodations were done…read morewith excellence. The staff was attentive, welcoming, and professional at all times. The host couple, Tom and Barb, were wonderful! The therapist and co-facilitator guiding the retreat did saw that ample time was given to both instruction and reflection, as well as ensuring opportunities to practice what we were working on at the retreat. The care we received and the benefit to our marriage were so worth the investment we made to be there.

Beautiful and blessed property with tender and caring staff. I can't think of a better place to go…read moreto heal your relationship and learn ways to communicate better. I am beyond grateful.