The Lakes at Portage

The Lakes at Portage is an assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing community operated by Trilogy Health Services in Portage, Michigan. The community offers multiple levels of care to meet residents' varying needs, from independent living to skilled rehabilitative services.

Assisted living services support residents who need help with daily tasks, allowing them to maintain independence while receiving assistance with medication management and other activities. Memory care programs are specifically designed for residents navigating Alzheimer's disease and dementia, featuring Daily Rhythms programming with consistent engagement throughout the day and the Best Friends Approach, which pairs residents with companions who understand their life stories. Short-term rehabilitation services are also available, including physical, occupational, and speech-language pathology provided in partnership with Synchrony Health Services.

The community emphasizes social connection and engagement through lifestyle programming that includes fitness classes, arts experiences, enrichment clubs, games, live music, and themed events. Chef-prepared meals are included as part of the everyday experience, with menus accommodating various dietary needs such as heart-healthy, diabetic-friendly, and texture-modified options. Residents have access to laundry and housekeeping services, and the community features large gathering spaces, libraries, community rooms, outdoor walking paths, activity areas, and other amenities that vary by location.

Located in Portage, the community is near Bronson Methodist Hospital and WellNow Urgent Care, as well as local parks including Milham Park, Portage Creek Bicentennial Park, and Lakeview Park. Several churches are nearby, including Christian Assembly of God, Pathfinder Methodist Church, and St. Catherine of Sienna.

Safety is supported through clinical-grade alert systems and monitoring technology available to residents. Most Trilogy communities are pet-friendly, allowing residents to bring well-behaved pets that meet community guidelines, though specific policies vary by location. Respite care is available for short-term stays ranging from a few days to several weeks, and adult day services are offered during daytime hours with flexibility for recurring visits.