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Family/friend
5.0
I LIKE THIS PLACE...
It's the people. VISTA SPRINGS HOWELL has a great committed team of employees that are all caregivers. My father receives attentive and proactive care. When he is smiling, I'm smiling, too. He frequently comments that he is glad that "we" found this place; that is a rather strong compliment from a 93 year old.
He enjoys the field trips and social activities. I enjoy the certainty that he is truly cared for by experts and caring individuals.
Management is accessible. Wellness team is exceptional. Social team is fun and inclusive. The kitchen team is fresh and creative.
I'm encouraged to participate and be involved in campus activities. Vista Springs Howell is a great COMMUNITY.
About the facility The Cortland Howell
The Cortland Howell, a member of the Priority Life Care family, is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community located in the charming city of Howell, Michigan. Designed to cater to a broad range of needs, The Cortland Howell offers both the freedom and support desired by those in assisted living, as well as the compassionate, specialized care needed by residents facing memory challenges.
Our commitment at The Cortland Howell is to foster an environment that celebrates the uniqueness of each individual. Whether residents require assistance with everyday tasks or more focused memory care, we provide these services with warmth and expertise. Our community is a place where every resident can thrive, enjoying a blend of independence and personalized care.
For assisted living residents, The Cortland Howell offers a lifestyle filled with opportunities for social engagement, personal growth, and active living, supported by services tailored to their individual needs. Our memory care program, on the other hand, provides a secure and nurturing environment that focuses on enhancing the well-being of residents with memory impairments, all within a setting that prioritizes their dignity and comfort.
Highlights of The Cortland Howell include:
- Customized care plans that respect the personal preferences and needs of each...
Our commitment at The Cortland Howell is to foster an environment that celebrates the uniqueness of each individual. Whether residents require assistance with everyday tasks or more focused memory care, we provide these services with warmth and expertise. Our community is a place where every resident can thrive, enjoying a blend of independence and personalized care.
For assisted living residents, The Cortland Howell offers a lifestyle filled with opportunities for social engagement, personal growth, and active living, supported by services tailored to their individual needs. Our memory care program, on the other hand, provides a secure and nurturing environment that focuses on enhancing the well-being of residents with memory impairments, all within a setting that prioritizes their dignity and comfort.
Highlights of The Cortland Howell include:
- Customized care plans that respect the personal preferences and needs of each...
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Amenities at The Cortland Howell
Healthcare Services
- Memory Care
- Medication Management
- High Acuity Care
- Non-Ambulatory Care
- Incontinence Care
- Diabetic Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Meals & Dining
- Guest Meals
- Professional Chef
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
- Anytime Dining
- Kosher
- Room Service
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Meals Provided
- Pureed Meals
- International Cuisine
- Vegetarian
- No Sugar
- Low / No Sodium
Room Amenities
- Handicap Accessible
- Air Conditioned
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Ground Floor Units
- Cable or Satellite TV
Community Amenities
On-site dining options
- Private Dining Room
Transportation & parking
- Resident Parking Available
- Uncovered Parking
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
Pets
- Cats Allowed
- Pet Care Available
- Dogs Allowed
Common areas
- Library
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Meeting Room
- Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
- Computer or Media Center
- Private Bath
- Indoor Common Areas
- Barber Shop
- Outside Patio
- TV Lounge
- Beauty Salon
Recreational areas
- Jacuzzi
- Piano or Organ
- Arts and Crafts Center
Services
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
Languages spoken
- English
Activities
- Sensory-based Programs
- Light Therapy Programs
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Trivia Games
- Reminiscence Programs
- Stretching Classes
- Community Service Programs
- Activities On-site
- Day Trips and Outings
- Bible Study Group
- Happy Hour
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Cooking Classes
- Art Classes
- Gardening Club
- Live Musical Performances
- Community Service Organizations
- Current Events Club
- Holiday Parties
- Dances
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Birthday Parties
- Live Well Programs
- Karaoke
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- BBQs or Picnics
- Pet-focused Programs
- Activities Off-site
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A Place for Mom has scored The Cortland Howell with 1.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Cortland Howell has 12 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4 out of 5.
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Friendliness
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Meals & Dining
1.5
Activities
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Value for Cost
4.0
A Place for Mom has scored The Cortland Howell with 1.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Cortland Howell has 12 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4 out of 5.
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Nancy M - Family/friend
Assisted Living
April 16, 2024
Would look else where!
My mom resided there for 33 months until her passing in Feb. 2024. It is NOT a state licensed facility, meaning they do not have to comply with state guidelines. PLC’s communication skills are lacking immensely. Weekly, they are short staffed, especially on 2nd/3rd shifts and weekends. The facility went through 15 general managers, and numerous department heads, in my mom’s stay. Meals are subpar, lacking much protein or fresh vegetables/ fruits. Activities are very limited and lacking creativity. Very little training is given new staff, which causes inconsistent care. Rates were increased bi-annually even thou they were not receiving the services they were paying for. We had high hopes for the new owners/ management company (PLC), and were sadly disappointed. I would highly recommend you look elsewhere!!
Response from The Cortland Howell
April 24, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience at The Cortland Howell. We are deeply sorry to hear that our services did not meet your expectations. Your comments are invaluable to us in ensuring we provide the best care possible. Please reach out to us directly with any further comments or suggestions, so we can address them promptly.
Nicoll - Family/friend
Memory Care
April 11, 2024
Do not take your loved one here….
We had our loved one in this facility for almost 3 years. We were there when it was called [name removed]. And we were also there when it was bought out and became Cortland of Howell.
In the three years we were there, there was 12 different managers. 13 different health and wellness coordinators. Three different nurses. I can’t even count how many aids/med tech. Well over 50 in the three years we were there. Most of the time this facility ran with no nurse in the building or anybody with any type of medical training.
- Consistent medication errors
- Overmedicating/under medicating
- Staff is not properly trained
- management is not properly trained
- most of the time you can’t find staff to help you
They do not care about your loved one. Do not go to this facility. Do your homework.
Research other facilities in the area. Look up the reviews and things that have previously happened in this facility. It might’ve happened under the name [name removed].
Response from The Cortland Howell
April 18, 2024
Nicole,
So sorry to hear about your bad experience at the Cortland Howell. Please provide the specific details you want addressed to solutions@prioritylc.com and we will do our best to resolve it for you. We certainly do not know the issues that were found with the previous management company. Since we took over, we have done our best to resolve any previous issues that were found and have made sure that the staffing as well as the experience at this community is exceptional. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely!
Mike B - Family/friend
Independent Living
February 27, 2018
I LIKE THIS PLACE...
It's the people. VISTA SPRINGS HOWELL has a great committed team of employees that are all caregivers. My father receives attentive and proactive care. When he is smiling, I'm smiling, too. He frequently comments that he is glad that "we" found this place; that is a rather strong compliment from a 93 year old.
He enjoys the field trips and social activities. I enjoy the certainty that he is truly cared for by experts and caring individuals.
Management is accessible. Wellness team is exceptional. Social team is fun and inclusive. The kitchen team is fresh and creative.
I'm encouraged to participate and be involved in campus activities. Vista Springs Howell is a great COMMUNITY.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
August 28, 2017
Very Accommodating
My mom is settling in nicely at Vista Springs Howell. The care givers are all so really wonderful about the care they provide for my mom. My family has dined there with mom and they said the food is good and they have alternate options if she doesn't like what is on the menu. She is still settling in and a little shy about participating in everything but they are very accommodating and try to encourage her to participate in the activities they provide. So far Bingo is her favorite. We did attend the Awareness Day for Alzheimer's where they released butterflies, it was beautiful. And they have a happy hour she likes to attend to socialize with the other residents. They do offer transportation for residents. We live so close so we like to take her out and about wherever she wants to go. They do provide church services and have a beauty salon at the communtiy. There is an enclosed patio and a get together called "patio chat" to socialize and enjoy the fresh air. I would absolutely recommend this community to others. It is a blessing to know they take such good care of my mom and the effort they take to get to personally know the residents.
Response from The Cortland Howell
August 31, 2017
Thank you for the kind words! We are proud of what we provide at Vista Springs Howell!!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
August 14, 2017
A+ Community
This is a A+ community. I'am comfortable with my mothers move to this community. Everything is working out very well, and she is in good hands. The is a fantastic community, and I'am pleased with all they have done for my family.
Response from The Cortland Howell
August 16, 2017
Thank you for the amazing review! We are proud of our loving family here at Vista Springs Howell!
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
July 24, 2017
Tour and comfort
I toured this community for my mom's care .The staff was very helpful and the community was nice and clean. The menu looked appealing. My mom wanted a small community where she would not have a lot of other residents. We would recommend for families to see this community for the care and options for a family member
Response from The Cortland Howell
July 28, 2017
Thank you for visiting our community and for taking the time to leave a nice review! We are very proud of what we have to offer!
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
May 16, 2017
Great place and lots of services. Will be our next choice to move mom if she needs more medical care and we need to upgrade her services needed
Response from The Cortland Howell
May 17, 2017
Thank you! We are proud of what we have to offer and we love our Vista Springs Family!
Dar - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 23, 2017
Accolades!!!
My mother has been a resident for a year and a half and I have nothing but good things to say about Vista Springs. They are very attentive and react quickly to issues/problems. The staff is courteous, engaged, and helpful.
Response from The Cortland Howell
March 28, 2017
Thank you! We truly enjoy what we do here at Vista Springs and we are proud of what we have to offer!
Diana Plewka - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 17, 2017
My dad has been at Vista Springs, Howell since January of 2016. This facility is awesome. I am so pleased with the staff and the care my dad has received. The staff is always their when dad needs them or I have questions. The activities director, Mary, plans so many activities that my dad is always busy. I highly recommend this facility, for the family atmosphere and love and caring of the staff.
Response from The Cortland Howell
March 17, 2017
Thank you Diana! Your father is a wonderful member of our Vista Springs family, just as you and your family are! We adore him. See you soon!!
Julie York RN/CDP - Industry reviewer
Independent Living
March 16, 2017
The facility is always clean. Customer service is important to them, all staff assist immediately and with a smile. They created a designation area for hospice nurses to chart, make phone calls, and always have access to pt's charts at all hours. They initiate constant communication regarding our shared patients, resulting in great coordinated care. Management is always available when needed. PT's needs are immediately met, they truly go above and beyond.
Response from The Cortland Howell
March 17, 2017
Thank you for the remarkable review, Julie! We enjoy working with you and appreciate the care and attention you give to our community members!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
February 8, 2017
Outstanding Care and support
I am very happy to recommend this great community to others. This is a home feeling community with great staff. The activities were so very helpful to my mom. Very clean and always have enough staff one on one care for the residents. The meals are outstanding. I would recommend this community for the best care. They are always there for help and support.
Response from The Cortland Howell
February 24, 2017
Thank you for the fabulous review! We are proud of what we offer here and our residents and their families are special to us.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
August 11, 2015
Don't be fooled....
Vista Springs...beautiful place on the outside and inside, but we weren't willing to trust the life of our loved one to a facility that is NOT LICENSED by the state, has 1 "on call" LPN and zero CNAs. Don't be fooled by the signage- it is not licensed assisted living - always check.
Response from The Cortland Howell
February 24, 2017
Thank you for your valuable input. I'm sorry you did not have a good experience with our community and received incorrect information. We have a full time LPN who is on call 24/7. We also have several CNAs on staff and several staff who are in school working on their CNAs and LPNs! We are not licensed by the State of Michigan nor have we ever claimed to be. We have several other properties throughout Michigan and Ohio who are licensed, so we follow licensing guidelines and the policies put forth. We are excited to be in the process of obtaining our license and are expecting to receive it during the Summer of 2017. Please feel free to visit our community to have a tour and receive correct information.
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