Franklin Terrace Apartments is an assisted living community located in Southfield, Michigan. The facility offers both assisted living and independent living options, supporting seniors who require varying levels of care in a residential setting. Franklin Terrace Apartments focuses on providing support with daily living while fostering an environment that encourages autonomy and social engagement.
The facility offers a range of care and medical support services tailored to meet individual resident needs. Incontinence care is available for those requiring assistance with toileting, managed discreetly to maintain residents' dignity. Ambulatory care supports residents who need help moving safely throughout the community, while full assistance is provided for activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management ensures that medications are administered properly and on schedule. Diabetes care includes support with monitoring blood sugar levels and dietary accommodations as required. While Franklin Terrace Apartments is not a secure memory-care-specific facility, support is provided to residents with memory challenges. The on-site barber and beauty salon offers grooming and styling services, contributing to residents’ overall well-being.
Complimentary transportation is provided by the community, supporting both medical appointments and non-medical outings. This service is intended to assist residents in maintaining external medical appointments, accessing essential services, or engaging in social activities outside the facility, thereby enhancing their independence and connection to the local community.
Residents and families note the dedication of the staff at Franklin Terrace Apartments, frequently describing them as friendly, attentive, and creating a welcoming environment where residents are known by name. The management team is commended for professionalism and responsiveness. Amenities such as tablecloths, dining room flowers, and a diverse schedule of social activities, including live music, are highlighted in feedback. While the quality of food receives mixed reviews, efforts are made to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, with a culinary chef recognized for customizing meals. The building's age is acknowledged, but residents and families generally appreciate the cleanliness, apartment sizes, affordability, and Franklin Terrace’s longstanding community presence. Many report a sense of peace and well-being, citing attention to individual needs and a warm atmosphere as key factors in their satisfaction.
Costs at this community start at $1,895 and range up to $8,455. The average price in the community is $5,175, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,497. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.