Charter Senior Living of Bay City provides assisted living with the capacity to manage residents who have moderate dementia and a wide range of medical needs. The care team is prepared to support individuals who wander day or night, present elopement or combative risks, display behavioral issues, remain awake overnight, or require attention for wound care. Staff monitor oxygen use, accommodate physician-ordered special diets, and manage diabetes whether controlled by oral medication, insulin injections, or sliding-scale dosing. The community also admits adults under 60 when appropriate, ensuring younger residents receive the same level of medical oversight.
Clinical resources are reinforced by an on-site RN or LPN during the day and a licensed nurse on call 24 hours. All employees undergo background checks, and an awake night shift maintains continual supervision. Residents summon help through in-room pull cords and optional personal emergency response systems that alert staff instantly. A visiting podiatrist handles routine foot care on site, while daily living needs are met with full assistance for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Mobility support ranges from standby supervision to one-person transfers, and staff safely manage walkers and wheelchairs. An activity director schedules structured programming to complement the medical services.
Apartments are designed for practicality and comfort. Some units include a private bathroom, a kitchenette for light meal preparation, independent temperature controls, and cable connections, but availability of these features varies, so prospective residents should confirm specific layouts during a tour.
Meals follow a set menu prepared to meet nutritional guidelines, and the culinary staff can adjust entrées for special diets prescribed by physicians or dietitians, including diabetic and low-sodium options. Snacks are stocked and available between meals to help residents maintain stable blood sugar levels and meet caloric goals.
Residents have access to on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, movie room, theater space, library, communal gardens, and a separate garden area for quiet time outdoors. Internet access supports communication and entertainment, and scheduled transportation helps residents reach appointments or local activities. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. On-site religious services add another layer of convenience for those who wish to worship without leaving the building.
