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Chestnut Fields Retirement

5425 Chestnut Drive

4(12 ratings)· Muskegon average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
12 residents

California CDSS

Memory care setting
Secured, safe environment for memory loss residents
Apartment layout
Apartments include a separate bedroom

What Families Think

Reviews of Chestnut Fields are largely positive, with families praising attentive, family-like care and a clean, well-kept facility, especially for residents with memory loss. However, a couple of reviewers describe serious concerns about administrative turnover, unresponsiveness, and lapses in care coordination.

The Good

  • Staff described as caring, kind, and attentive
  • Facility kept clean and well maintained
  • Regular activities like outings, parties, and games
  • Apartments include a separate bedroom, not just a studio
  • Families kept informed about resident's condition

The Bad

  • One report of incompetent, unresponsive administrative staff
  • One detailed report of high CNA and administrator turnover
  • One report of medication errors and missed dietary restrictions
  • One report of care plans not being shared with caregiving staff

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Chestnut Fields Retirement is a senior living community in Muskegon, Michigan offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gardening Club. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews.

About Chestnut Fields Retirement

Chestnut Fields is a memory care community in Muskegon, Michigan, specially equipped to address the needs of residents experiencing memory loss, Alzheimer's, or Dementia. The community provides a safe and secure environment with private customized living spaces and personal assistance as needed, while supporting residents' independence.

The community features a beautiful interior streetscape lined with trees, park benches, canopies, and old-fashioned street lights. Residents have access to three apartment floor plans designed to accommodate their special needs. Public transportation is available.

A variety of activities are offered throughout the month, including therapeutic memory care activities, exercise classes, picnics, arts and crafts, games, gardening, and worship services. The community also offers an elegant dining atmosphere.

Chestnut Fields accepts long-term care insurance, veteran benefits, and waiver assistance.

Types of Care at Chestnut Fields Retirement

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Games
  • Gardening Club
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Chestnut Fields Retirement

4overall · 12 ratings combined

4★ on Google (12)

Keira Vanderwal

Jul 2025

via Google

I have seen many many nursing homes and Chestnut Fields is seriously one of the best I’ve Ever seen. The way that they care for the residence is amazing. like coloring, taking a little walk with them and playing games. they take care of the residence like their own family member.

Stephanie Smith

Feb 2025

via Google

My grandmother was lucky enough to spend the last two year's here. The staff kept her busy with monthly outings, parties and fantastic care. They treated my grandmother as family. Having my grandma here gave our family the peace we needed to know she was taken care of and safe.

Vern Hardick

May 2024

via Google

I have friends who live in a cottage every one who lives here are real nice also in darley village appartments

Lauren Blais

Aug 2020

via Google

The facility is always very clean with friendly staff. My grandmas is a resident and I can tell the she is taken very good care of here.

Rebekkah Baxter

Aug 2020

via Google

If you are looking for a place for your loved one I highly recommend Chestnut Fields. The staff is helpful, kind, and loving. The facility is nice and well kept. There are activities, hair care, nail care, walks outside, and many other things for your loved one to enjoy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Chestnut Fields Retirement offer?

Chestnut Fields Retirement offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care.

Where is Chestnut Fields Retirement located?

Chestnut Fields Retirement is located at 5425 Chestnut Drive in Muskegon, Michigan.

What do families say about Chestnut Fields Retirement?

Reviews of Chestnut Fields are largely positive, with families praising attentive, family-like care and a clean, well-kept facility, especially for residents with memory loss. However, a couple of reviewers describe serious concerns about administrative turnover, unresponsiveness, and lapses in care coordination.

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