Grand Rapids is the second-largest city in Michigan, and the largest city in West Michigan. It is on the Grand River about 30 miles (48 km) east of Lake Michigan. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 188,040. In 2010, the Grand Rapids metropolitan area had a population of 1,005,648, and the combined statistical area of Grand Rapids-Muskegon-Holland had a population of 1,321,557. Grand Rapids is the county seat of Kent County. A historic furniture-manufacturing center, Grand Rapids is home to five of the world's leading office furniture companies, and is nicknamed Furniture City. Its more common modern nickname of River City refers to the landmark river for which it was named. The city and surrounding communities are economically diverse, based in the health care, information technology, automotive, aviation, and consumer goods manufacturing industries, among others. Grand Rapids is the childhood home of U.S. President Gerald Ford, who is buried with his wife Betty on the grounds of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in the city.
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I feel elderly people deserve to be respected, regardless their age. Soon or later we will one will be in this situation. We should all follow the 'golden rule', treat others as you want to be treated, with love and kindness.
Grand Rapids is a large city(second largest to Detroit in the state of Michigan)with a small town atmosphere. The neighborhood associations bring people together for community events. There are many parks and lakes and of course the grand river which offer outdoor recreational activities. There are many bike lanes for the warmer months and bus service year round. There are thriving arts and culture and the cost of living is lower than other major US cities.
Senior housing unavailable in this area. Not any community engagement or programs gears towards seniors.
I worked in an adult foster care home as a home manager and care giver for 15 years. I raised my children in the home. I loved the family type relationships we had and I miss caring for others.
This community is friendly, easy access to Healthcare, stores, expressways, and churches.