Vicinia Gardens Assisted Living
Our mission at Vicinia Gardens is to provide top-quality care. Our residents know aging doesn’t mean limited independence because we provide comfortable amenities, fulfilling daily activities, and personalized care around-the-clock. The extra support that comes with residing in our assisted living communities means residents have the freedom to engage in their own routines and truly enjoy their golden years.
We are an assisted living, independent living, intermediate care, and memory care community that always puts our residents’ comfort and safety first. Visit our assisted living facility in Fenton, Michigan to see what your loved one’s transition into retirement years could look like!
Meet the Residents
Marlene
Marlene has been a member of the Quester and Linden Historical Society for several years, and she enjoyed participating at the Loose Senior Center. She enjoys taking daily walks and learning about antiques!
Dolly
Dolly graduated from Scared Heart High School in Flint where she met and married her husband of 57 years, Bill. You would often find them cheering for and attending Notre Dame football games. Dolly was known for hosting large family gatherings, vacationing with her son Mark or spending time outside walking and enjoying nature. In her spare time, she would be at St Mary’s in Swartz Creek, greeting people at the back of church or working funeral dinners.
Kate
Kate speaks American Sign Language because both of her parents were hearing impaired. She lived in Germany for several years, soon after her marriage, while her husband served in the US Army. They traveled together around Europe as newlyweds. Kate and her husband meet at church and had two children together. Kate worked for many years as a Genesee Bank Teller, and has traveled to many foreign countries, including Australia, Barbados, China, Greece, and New Zealand!
Gary
Gary attended Wayne State and graduated with a radio, TV, and film degree. He was able to use his degree all over the world. His favorite place to photograph was Germany where he learned to speak the language. Gary also served in the Army from 1962-1965. A print that he wishes he owned would be “Moon Over Half Dome.” This was a print taken by Ansel Adams, a photographer that Gary admires!
Assisted Living Community with the Comforts of Home
Vicinia Gardens offers a continuum of care. Our assisted living facilities in Michigan are not just retirement centers — they are a home away from home. Vicinia Gardens offers the best in hospitality for all of our seniors. Our beautiful suites are comfortable, well-kept, and include both laundry and cleaning services as part of our amenities. Our residents can rent a fully furnished room or bring their own personal belongings. Additionally, our assisted living common rooms offer a relaxing environment with comfortable furniture, lovely decor, and cozy fireplaces.
Residents receive three delicious, well-balanced meals a day plus snacks. Our menu is carefully crafted by a registered dietitian and is prepared by our skilled culinary team to meet each resident’s dietary needs. Safety is one of our top priorities. All residents are connected through wifi and a 24-hour emergency nurse call system. As a tight-knit community, we also place great importance on encouraging socialization through group activities, communal spaces, games, outdoor activities, and monthly outings. Some of our socialization activities have changed over the past few months due to COVID-19. Rest assured, we follow strict guidelines to help keep our residents safe and healthy. Due to the implementation of these measures, all of our assisted living facilities continue to be COVID-19 free. Learn more about our COVID-19 updates.
BENEFITS OF OUR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY:
Safety
Resident safety is vitally important to our team. That’s why we don’t cut corners when it comes to ensuring they are protected. Vicinia Gardens utilizes a nurse call system and state-of-the-art security in every facility. The fully fire-sprinkled facilities and electronic Medication Administration Records (eMARS) are just a few tools available to our team that keep our residents safe 24-7.
Professional Staff
Our assisted living homes’ reputation is built on our staff’s tireless efforts and compassionate care. We take a hands-on approach and always go the extra mile. Our team’s dedication to our residents is unmatched, thanks to our Administrator Kelly Steffey. Kelly’s background as a Registered Nurse and Certified Dementia Care Manager helps to guide us down a path of success. However, our dedication doesn’t stop at professional care. Our residents are family, and our friendly staff goes to great lengths to make them feel at home.
Affordability
Here at Vicinia Gardens families can breathe easy thanks to our affordable prices. Our all-inclusive service packages don’t come with any extra fees or surprise bills! That means your loved one receives the best individualized care we can offer, without worrying about financials. We provide medication distribution, assistance with daily activities, life enrichment programs, and much more, without additional charges.
Independence
At Vicinia Gardens we encourage our residents to live their golden years to the fullest. We strongly promote independence among our residents and let them choose how to spend their day. In addition to our planned activities, both our Fenton and Otsego assisted living facilities are located near restaurants, shopping centers, public parks, movie theaters, and much more. Whether it’s exploring new hobbies or socializing with other residents, our guests are free to enjoy their day knowing they have the support of our entire staff.
Personalized Care
We have special programs for seniors suffering from early to late-stage dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other types of memory loss. Additionally, we have a special needs plan for those who may require additional care that isn’t considered consistent with assisted living criteria. These additional care options could include hospice, additional staffing, and other unique circumstances. No matter the resident’s condition, our assisted living center’s trained and dedicated staff can provide the care each resident needs to enjoy a wonderful retirement.
Fantastic Amenities
Our stunning, state-of-the-art facilities are designed to provide a comfortable and calm atmosphere. From our picturesque outdoor residential grounds to our multitude of life enrichment programs that cater to various interests. Here at Vicinia Gardens, we work hard to make our community feel like home. Learn more about our accommodations and amenities here.
Room Layouts
Standard Suite
Kitchenette Suite
Companion Suite
Meet the Team!
Campus Director – Jessica Sherbino
Jessica was born and raised in Montrose, Michigan. She has over 8 years of long-term care experience, including both mental health training and clinical care in this setting. She is fantastic with our residents and her clinical knowledge has become a great asset to our team. When she isn’t working you can find her at home with husband Jay and son Zander! Jessica loves being a Mom and was recently married in fall of 2021! Caregiving and leadership are two of Jessica’s passions, and we are so excited to have her on our team. If you have any questions regarding our campus or resident care and comfort please reach out to Jessica!
RN-BSN-CALD-CDSM – Kelly Steffey
Kelly is part Owner of Assisti Care, LLC, our management company. She is a licensed Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience including critical care at McLaren and Visiting Nurse services. She has obtained a Bachelor of Health Care Administration from the University of Michigan-Flint as well as a certified dementia care manager and trainer. At Assisti Care, she oversees the licensing and management of our facilities. Kelly’s close, compassionate relationship with our residents and directors makes her the perfect leader of our medical team.
Leasing Director – Madison Bruce
Madison was born and raised in Gregory, MI. She moved to California with her family in 2008 and went on to attend California State University Long Beach. She moved back to Michigan last year, and her passion and experience for business and marketing led her to Vicinia Gardens! With a great eye for design and a knack for digital marketing, Madison made a great addition to our executive team. She is compassionate and kind towards our residents and has already made great effort to grow our community. She brings new and exciting ideas to the table and is a wiz when it comes to technology . Madison is so happy to be a Michigan resident again, and currently lives in Howell with her lab-husky mix, Ember.
Assisted Living Facilities in Michigan
The Vicinia Gardens team is committed to maximizing the enjoyment of our residents by providing a supportive environment with the highest level of care. There is nothing that brings us more joy than promoting the health, independence, and social interaction of our residents. Come see what our assisted living community in Fenton has to offer your loved one. We can’t wait to welcome you to the neighborhood!
