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Senior Living in Gaylord

Nestled in a rural, wooded area, The Porches is conveniently located in Gaylord, Michigan, near I-75. Our assisted living and memory care community uniquely features a front porch with spacious suites, and several offering patio doors and access to a beautiful courtyard. 

  • Trained staff is on-site 24/7 to support and assist if an emergency arises. 
  • In-house culinary team preparing delicious and warm meals each day.
  • On-campus salon and visiting therapy dogs to enjoy the fruits of our community. 

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Care Offered at The Porches

Assisted Living

Assisted Living

Live in joy with caring help to support daily tasks like dressing, bathing and managing medications.

Memory Care

Memory Care

Support for your loved one in a secure, homelike setting with a caring team using a personalized approach to their needs.

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Connection at the heart of your day

You set the rhythm. We support the pace. Our assisted living experience is rooted in personalized support and aspirational living, where each day offers opportunities for friendship, belonging and meaningful connection.

Clare Bridge® offers a gentle rhythm to each day, helping your loved one feel secure through familiar routines. We personalize support based on their interests and strengths. As needs change, Clare Bridge Solace provides added comfort through calming sensory experiences like music, pet visits and soothing scents.

Families can stay close with our virtual scrapbook in memory care—sharing life updates and milestones, even from afar. Here, care moves with you—guided by who you are and what works for you.

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We offer a wide range of daily activities. Contact us to learn more.

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Dining

Mealtimes that feel like home

Here, meals reflects you—your favorite recipes, preferences and therapeutic diet needs. Our culinary team listens, personalizes and brings your ideas to life through dishes made with whole grains, lean proteins and fresh ingredients with our Optimum Life Cuisine.

In memory care, Clare Bridge® dining creates a calm, familiar setting with dementia-friendly menus and gentle support. Simple table settings, soft lighting and small, purposeful routines—like folding napkins or setting the table—help loved ones feel confident and connected. Plus, supportive tools to adapt to personal needs.

Each meal is a chance to build trust with comfort, conversation and ease.

Sample Menu

Starters
Mixed Green Salad
Featured Entrees
Fried Chicken
Classic Meat Loaf
Orange Seared Salmon
Veal Parmesan
Grilled Reuben Sandwich
Side Dishes
Garlic Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
Buttered Green Peas
Orange Glazed Shredded Carrots
Almondine Style Cauliflower
Featured Desserts
Ice Cream Sundae
Fresh Fruit Cup
Homemade Cherry Pie

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