It’s official — our newest community at Keller Lake is now open! Community leaders and dignitaries from across West Michigan joined Clark leadership, staff and new residents to celebrate the opening of the $35 million expansion on Monday, October 11th. Our first residents began moving into their brand new homes the first week of October. …
Imagine this: You wake up in the morning, stop into the Bistro for a cup of coffee and take a quiet stroll along the scenic lakefront walking path enjoying the sounds of the birds and calm of nature. In the evening you meet up with friends for drinks and conversation at the piazza overlooking Keller Lake….
Clark has always been at the forefront of dementia care in West Michigan from our Montessori for Aging and Dementia program to Music Therapy in Memory Care program. We are thrilled to share the latest training we are implementing organization-wide — Core Dementia Care — an in-depth, and innovative dementia training program. This evidence based and person-focused program is centered around…
John Rau “God gives us everything we have.” John and his wife Jeanne moved to Clark in February 2019, when they realized they needed to be around people. “We wanted to be at Clark specifically because the people drew us in. When you’re here, you’re family. It feels like the holy spirit walks the halls…
Caring for a loved one experiencing memory loss can feel overwhelming. From understanding a diagnosis to creating a safe environment for your loved one to exploring memory care options, there is so much to consider. The Memory Care team at Clark created the Dementia Guide for Families to support family members and caregivers of those experiencing memory…
Ask any Grand Rapids resident and you’ll find they’re proud of their city. They have good reason to, however, as Grand Rapids is one of America’s greatest hidden gems. It’s a short distance from Lake Michigan, has a city feel without being overwhelming and offers robust entertainment options. Retirement in Grand Rapids is perfect for…
Maybe you’ve heard of the Montessori Method for children, but did you know that this method can also be beneficial for those experiencing memory loss? Clark is the first life-plan community in the United States to adopt the Montessori for Aging and Dementia program. Our award-winning dementia care is AMI certified in Montessori for Dementia and…
Do you or a loved one want to live independently but with some additional services that make life easier. You can have the best of both worlds with Retirement Living at Clark. Retirement Living offers the same great benefits and freedoms as Independent Living, but with a few added perks and conveniences such as chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and…
Over the last several years innovations in technology have greatly enhanced the lives of older adults. Now, more than ever, as we all adapt to new safety measures for COVID-19, technology has become an even more important tool to help connect people, especially older adults. From the ability to FaceTime with grandchildren (and even great-grandchildren!)…
Watching movies can certainly provide entertainment, socializing and even an escape from the world outside. But for a group of residents at Clark, viewing films offers an even greater purpose – social justice. Facilitated by the Pastoral Care Team, the movie discussion program at Clark brings residents together (virtually) to view films and discuss issues of…
