Jeanie Marie
Jun 2026
Put simply - EVERYONE is treated with dignity. Residents, staff, family, staff. The quality of care given to and for the residents is excellent.
Downriver Estates Senior Living
19697 Allen Rd
4.2(38 ratings)· Brownstown Township average: 4
Part of Sinceri Senior Living · 139 communities · 4.5★ average
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1 / 5Quick Facts
- Starting price
- $3,995/mo
- Licensed capacity
- 133 residents
- Licensed operator
- Ec Opco Downriver, LLC
- Memory Care
- Dedicated dementia-focused staff and programming
- On-site Therapy
- Physical therapy services available on-site
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What Families Think
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Families reviewing Downriver Estates Senior Living consistently praise the staff's warmth and low turnover, especially within the memory care unit. Reviewers highlight compassionate leadership and personal attention to residents, including during difficult transitions from assisted living to memory care. The community holds a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 38 Google reviews, with several families specifically noting improved quality of life for loved ones with dementia.
What reviewers praise
- Low staff turnover, one employee stayed 18 years
- Memory care staff described as passionate and experienced
- Physical therapy staff praised as patient and kind
- Staff maintained family connection during COVID via FaceTime
- Residents treated with dignity, multiple reviewers note
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Downriver Estates Senior Living is a senior living community in Brownstown Township, Michigan offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite / Short-Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Published pricing starts around $3,995 per month. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 38 reviews.
About Downriver Estates Senior Living
Downriver Estates Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community located in Township, Michigan. The facility serves older adults requiring support with daily activities and those with dementia, offering both care types on-site.
Families consistently praise the staff culture and continuity at Downriver Estates. Leadership appears hands-on, the Executive Director is described as empowering employees, reflected in notably low turnover; one staff member has worked there for 18 years. The memory care unit receives particular attention from families, with staff members like Penny singled out for treating residents "as if they're her own parents" and creating what families describe as a caring environment. Beyond staffing, residents reportedly enjoy the food, participate in nightly games after dinner, and receive attentive care during transitions between care levels.
With a 4.2 out of 5 rating across 38 reviews, Downriver Estates reflects strong family satisfaction. One family wrote, "Everyone is treated with dignity." While older reviews exist online, recent family accounts from the past 6–7 months report no complaints and recommend the facility to others considering assisted living or memory care.
Types of Care at Downriver Estates Senior Living
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- 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)
Activities
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Games
- Social Activities
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Downriver Estates Senior Living
4.2overall · 38 ratings combined
4.2★ on Google (38)
Lori Grajek
May 2025
I was so very impressed with my tour of Downriver Estates. All the staff like each other and playful banter fills the halls creating a positive atmosphere! The Executive Director Jake, is very hands on. He impressed me as the type of leader who empowers his employees. It shows in the low turn over rate in staff. One woman has been there 18 years! Also the head of the Memory Care dementia social development is VERY experienced person on how to motivate and guide people with dementia. She’s passionate about what she does. God bless you all for your dedication to people in the last years of their lives. The main reason we are not going with them is distance. It would take us almost a half hour to drive there. I wish they were closer. UPDATE: In February we moved my Dad there and have been very happy.
sam
Oct 2024
I see some poor reviews from years ago. My mother has been a resident for 6 months and she loves it. She/we have not had 1 single complaint. All of the aides are very nice to us and her. The ladies in physical therapy are great, very nice and patient with her. She enjoys the food and the nightly games they play after dinner. I would recommend the facility to anyone looking into a assisted living facility.
Nanette Laginess
Jul 2022
Five star review. The staff at Downriver Estates has been amazing. My mom, Betty Blue has been there 7 months and I can’t Thank you enough. Not only for my mom but also how kind they have been to us as we deal with her having dementia. I have to especially thank the memory care unit. Penny and her staff have been outstanding. From Penny’s example the staff provide such a caring environment. The residents know Penny and her staff care about them. When we come to visit we always feel welcomed. I can’t think of a harder job. Thank you so much. I know God will bless you because you have been such a blessing to others and us.
Don Laplante
Jul 2021
Our mother was first staying in assistant living and we realized that the assistant living wasn’t enough for her so she was put in memory care. Although it was hard to do this we knew it was the best for our mom. If it had not been for Penny and her staff I don’t think we could’ve endured her being there. Penny treats the patients as if they’re her own parents. When Covid struck it was hard not to be able go in and see our mom but Penny made every effort for us to see her either through the window or FaceTime using her own phone. We will forever be grateful that our mom was treated just as well as if she were at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Downriver Estates Senior Living offer?
Downriver Estates Senior Living offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite / Short-Term Care.
How much does Downriver Estates Senior Living cost?
Published pricing at Downriver Estates Senior Living starts around $3,995 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.
Does Downriver Estates Senior Living offer respite or short-term stays?
Yes. Downriver Estates Senior Living lists respite and short-term care among its options. A respite stay gives a family caregiver a planned break while your loved one receives full care, and it also works as a low-commitment trial before a permanent move.
Where is Downriver Estates Senior Living located?
Downriver Estates Senior Living is located at 19697 Allen Rd in Brownstown Township, Michigan.
What do families say about Downriver Estates Senior Living?
Downriver Estates Senior Living carries a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 38 Google reviews. Families reviewing Downriver Estates Senior Living consistently praise the staff's warmth and low turnover, especially within the memory care unit. Reviewers highlight compassionate leadership and personal attention to residents, including during difficult transitions from assisted living to memory care. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
How can families visit Downriver Estates Senior Living?
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