Exceptional Senior Living Near Kalkaska, Traverse City, and Rapid City

At our nonprofit Assisted Living and Memory Care community near Kalkaska, Michigan, care feels personal, relationships come naturally, and each resident is supported in a way that honors who they are. As part of Baruch Senior Ministries, our focus is simple: to provide warm senior care and a true sense of home so families can feel confident and residents can feel at ease.

Peaceful Assisted Living That Feels Like Home

Surrounded by Nature, Close to Community

Just outside Traverse City in Williamsburg, Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska offers the beauty and calm of northern Michigan with the convenience of nearby towns like Kalkaska and Rapid City. With views near Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Skegemog, residents are surrounded by peace and comfort. Families also appreciate that our sister community, Cherry Hill Haven of Traverse, is located nearby, offering another trusted option within the Baruch Senior Ministries network.

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Care That Meets You Where You Are

Thoughtful Support, Delivered with Compassion

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At Cherry Hill Haven Assisted Living, our residents receive support that fits their daily lives. Whether it’s a helping hand with dressing, medication reminders, or mobility support, our team is there with kindness, patience, and respect. For those living with memory loss, our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care program offers a secure, structured environment where familiarity and comfort are always a priority. Whether a long-term resident, or short-term guest, families can feel reassured knowing their loved one is cared for with understanding and intention.

Levels of Care Available

Assisted Living

Memory Care

Respite Care

Supportive Services That Make Each Day Easier

The Details That Bring Comfort and Consistency

At Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska, daily life is supported in ways that help residents feel comfortable and cared for. From meals to housekeeping, every service is designed to remove stress and encourage joy. We also work closely with outside care providers when needed, so residents continue receiving the support that’s right for them without disruption.

Amenities and Services include

  • 24-hour care and support

  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Medication management
  • Housekeeping and laundry
  • Worship services and faith gatherings

  • Three daily meals with snacks and dietary accommodations

  • Life enrichment program

  • Secure environments for Memory Care

  • Care coordination with outside providers like home health, hospice, and physical therapy

A Mission That Guides Everything We Do

Allowing Residents to Remain in Their Homes Through The Lifetime Promise

Cherry Hill Haven is proud to be part of the Baruch Senior Ministries network, a nonprofit organization committed to serving older adults with integrity and care. This mission shapes everything we do from the way we support residents to how we care for families. Through The Lifetime Promise, qualified residents can remain in the community they call home, even if financial circumstances change. It’s one more way we provide lasting peace of mind.

Hear from Families and Residents

Words that reflect real experiences

Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska Team

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Jere Green
Administrator

Jere was employed at Sunnyside Assisted Living since the Grand Opening in 2009, working initially as a Resident Care Specialist. In September of 2009, she accepted the position of Resident Care Manager and then became Associate Administrator in March of 2011. In October of 2011, she accepted the position of Administrator of Sunnyside Assisted Living. In August of 2018, she became administrator of Cherry Hill Haven of Traverse City, Cherry Hill Haven of Kalkaska, and Effie’s Place in Leland. She is a CNA and currently holds an Assisted Living Administrator Certification through Senior Living University. Jere is passionate about her work and has found that helping seniors is the most rewarding work she has ever done. Jere Green was born and raised in the greater Cadillac area, graduating from Manton High School. Jere currently resides in Manton with her husband, Steve. Jere looks forward to many more years of service to her community as well as the Baruch family.

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Lisa Teglas
Associate Administrator

Cherry Hill Haven and Effie's Place welcomed Lisa Teglas as Associate Administrator at the beginning of 2023. Lisa is a 2008 graduate of Grand Valley State University and she holds a Masters Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Gerontology. Her previous employment with the Alzheimer's Association as Program Coordinator/Educator will be an added support to Cherry Hill's exceptional caregivers, residents, and their families, as they navigate the journey through dementia. Lisa works to ensure all Cherry Hill Haven homes continue to meet the high standard of care. In her spare time, Lisa enjoys spending time with her family, which includes, her husband, daughters, and seven grandchildren.