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People often ask us, “Why would we choose King’s Daughters Home over all of the other assisted living options in the Midland area?” Of course, we could list off our reasons until the cows come home (which would be a very long time because those darn cows are notoriously languid creatures and make their way home at their own unhurried pace), but instead we asked our residents’ family members to provide some thoughts about their experience with King’s Daughters. Here’s what they said… As a life-long Midlander who volunteered actively at KDH all her life, our Mom knew well how KDH functioned and cared for its residents. My mom, who is soon to be 98, has been at King’s Daughters […]

We asked Becky Peters, our charming Director of Social Work & Activities, to give us a brief overview of the ways that our elders have fun, learn, participate in the Midland community, and stay engaged. Without taking a breath, she rattled off the list below faster than a buttered bullet… EDUCATION & ARTS: Baking class Short stories Book club Men’s group Documentaries (travel and historical) Embroidery class Quilter’s club Crochet & knitting club Crafter’s cove Creative corner Creative coloring Painting & art classes – held outside in the courtyard in summer Pen Pal Club (with schools and community center) EXERCISE & SPORTS: Bean bag toss Parachute game Balloon volleyball Noodle ball Bowling league Kickball Wii bowling Snowball fights Indoor golf […]

We love Midland, and the feeling is mutual. In 2016 and 2018, Midland Daily News Readers voted King’s Daughters Home their favorite Assisted Living Facility AND their #1 Nursing Home.  Hooray and THANK YOU! Our senior community was founded in 1947 by King’s Daughters and Sons of Midland – including Dorothy Dow Arbury and Grace A. Dow. You’ll notice the name “Dow” everywhere in Midland, as Dow Chemical Company was founded in Midland in 1897, and our town is still home to the company’s world headquarters. Our city is consistently voted in the top small cities in America by Forbes and Livability.com. Many of our residents worked for Dow or Dow Corning. Others were life-long teachers in the Midland school […]

“Designing the outside environment has been an overlooked opportunity to create meaningful places that are rich in association, encourage good health and exercise, and are responsive to the magic of the changing seasons.” ~ Elizabeth Brawley King’s Daughters Home is an architectural icon in Midland, Michigan. Designed by the innovative Alden B. Dow, our senior care community is uniquely designed around two interior courtyards. Mr. Dow knew that both the interior and EXTERIOR of our facility would help our residents to live safely and happily here. He designed a healthy, nourishing natural environment around and inside our facility for the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual benefits of all who visit, live, and work at King’s Daughters Home. Bringing the outdoors […]

For our residents who are recovering from an injury or surgery, managing a chronic condition, or experiencing weakness/decline, a physician can order therapy in our onsite gym, or therapy in the resident’s room (via home health care). Therapy regimens are uniquely person-centered, and our equipment is stat of the art. What therapies are provided at King’s Daughters Home? Our therapists are experts in their field. They are kind, encouraging, and empathetic, and employ the latest best-practice therapies. The following services are provided by contracted, licensed therapists and typically covered by insurance: Physical therapy – The focus with physical therapy is to improve the resident’s ability to perform movement of the body. This could include improving mobility, lessening pain, and gaining […]

Our building does not look like other senior care facilities. People who pass by in cars or on the sidewalk aren’t sure what to make of us. “What is that place?” they say.  “A huge house? Homey looking office suites? A retreat center? Or something else?” We are indeed something else. The man who designed our building intended just that! “Quality in all its forms draws people to it.” – Alden B. Dow King’s Daughters Home was designed by the architect, Alden B. Down. His overarching mission in life was simple to describe (but not so easy to achieve) … He sought to create quality of life. Mr. Dow examined and questioned the world, and focused all of his attention […]

When it comes to senior care, assisted living, and nursing homes, the options in Midland, Michigan vary widely depending on the level of care needed by you or your loved one. At King’s Daughters Home, we provide care across the spectrum – from minimal assistance to nursing care. Once you determine how much care is appropriate (based on you or your loved one’s level of independence and medical needs), then other factors may play into your decision. For those who consider religion a deciding factor, they may look for a senior care organization that makes faith a priority. At King’s Daughters Home, we embrace residents of all faiths. Those with and without religious backgrounds are welcome here, and you don’t […]