The Manor of Farmington Hills

The Manor of Farmington Hills is a single-story skilled nursing community on Middlebelt Road in Farmington Hills, built around an enclosed courtyard at the center of the building. The one-level layout lets residents move between their rooms, the therapy areas and the dining spaces without stairs or elevators, which suits people who use walkers or wheelchairs. The courtyard gives residents a protected outdoor space where they can sit in the fresh air without leaving the building.

Keeping every common space on the same floor as the resident rooms means staff can reach residents quickly, and visitors can find their way around without long walks or confusing turns. Residents can choose between private and semi-private rooms, and each room type gives residents a place for their own belongings and routines. The community also includes a private lounge where relatives can gather together, so a family meeting or a birthday visit does not have to happen in a resident's room.

Visiting hours are unlimited, which means relatives can stop by in the morning, after work or on a weekend afternoon. Respite stays are also offered for families who need a short break from caregiving, giving a loved one the same nursing support and daily routine that long-term residents receive. Nursing care is available around the clock, supported by services such as wound management, intravenous therapy, tracheostomy care, tube feeding, pain management and hospice support.

Dental, vision and hearing, podiatry and psychological services are available through the community, along with pharmacy, laboratory and radiology services, so many routine needs can be met without a separate trip. A registered dietitian and a dietary manager oversee nutrition for residents who need specialized meal plans. Telemedicine visits and a sepsis program add further support for residents whose health needs change, and bariatric care is available for people who need specially suited equipment and space.

Short-term rehabilitation takes place in a newly built rehabilitation unit, where physical, occupational and speech therapists work with people recovering from surgery, illness or injury. Recreational therapy, restorative nursing and swallowing therapy round out the program, and the team helps residents rebuild strength, balance and the ability to handle daily tasks on their own. Case managers and social workers help families plan the next step when a stay is ready to wind down, whether that means going home or continuing care elsewhere.

Therapists also work with families on exercises and safe techniques that can be continued after the stay, so the progress made during therapy carries over into everyday life. Meals are nutritionally balanced and served in social dining areas, where residents who are able can eat alongside their neighbors instead of alone in their rooms. Shared tables give the day some structure and make it easier for people to start conversations and look forward to the next gathering.

A beautician and barber shop lets residents keep up their usual grooming routines without leaving the building. A registered dietitian and a dietary manager oversee the dining program, so that meals stay nutritionally balanced and suited to the needs of each person at the table. The activity program includes outings to baseball games, casino trips, shopping excursions and movies, along with recreational therapy sessions led by the staff.

Religious and non-denominational services are held within the community for residents who want to continue their faith routines. Transportation is arranged for nearby medical appointments, so families do not need to rearrange their own schedules for every visit. Pets are welcome, which means a visiting dog can brighten a room and give residents a familiar comfort during a long recovery or an extended stay.

The community sits on Middlebelt Road in Farmington Hills, about 1 mile from Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, which is convenient for physician follow-ups and for families coordinating care between the hospital and the nursing team. Everyday errands can be handled elsewhere in Farmington Hills, so relatives can combine a visit with other plans.