Senior Home Care Services for the Elderly in Taylor

Visiting Angels Plymouth-Canton is proud to serve aging loved ones and their families in the city of Taylor, MI. Taylor, a Detroit suburb located 18 miles from its city center, has a population of over 63,000 residents and is the 17th most populated city in Michigan. Interestingly, Taylor is the birthplace of the Hungry Howies Pizza chain that was opened in 1973 by Jim Hearn. Hungry Howies now has over 600 stores in 20 states, and is one of the top 10 pizza franchise operations. Did you know Little Caesars, Domino’s Pizza, and Jet’s Pizza all started in Michigan too? Besides checking out a great pizza spot with family, there are lots of other exciting activities in Taylor.

Recreational Opportunities

Michigan is known for its beautiful outdoor spaces and lakes, and Taylor is host to a variety of parks for seniors and their families to enjoy such as Jaycee Bicentennial Community Park , Heritage Park, Howard Noble Park, and Papp Park. There is no better way to relax and spend time with family and friends than enjoying a picnic, taking a walk, or doing some bird watching at one of the township’s lovely parks.

Senior Housing Options

Family members can rest assured there is a long list of safe and affordable housing options for seniors that include Commons Senior Living Apartments, Maplewood Manor Senior Apartments, Volunteers of America Heritage Park Senior Apartments, and Hampton Manor of Tayler Assisted Living.

Medical Facilities

As seniors age, it's crucial to have easy access to medical facilities. Taylor is home to several medical care facilities such as Beaumont Hospital- Taylor, Henry Ford Medical Center- Taylor, Corewell Health Taylor Hospital, and Doctors Urgent Care Taylor. In addition, the nationally-renowned Henry Ford Hospital is located just 13 miles in the city of Detroit, and the city of Ann Arbor is just a short 36 miles away where award-winning medical facilities like the University of Michigan Hospital are located.

Transportation

Seniors can enjoy easy mobility in Taylor by accessing one of the city’s various transportation systems. The City of Taylor provides non-emergency medical transportation to and from appointments for $2 round trip. The Downriver Community Conference also provides transportation to residents of Taylor; most of its vehicles are equipped with wheelchair lifts to accommodate passengers with disabilities. In addition, Visiting Angels Plymouth-Canton caregivers are ready and able to transport clients to medical appointments, to the grocery store, social engagements, and more.

Supportive Organizations

Taylor is dedicated to its aging population, and seniors will find several senior centers sprinkled throughout the city such as the Ford Senior Center on Troy Street, as well as the Heritage Park Senior Center. The William Ford Senior Activities Center, which is operated by the City of Taylor is also a hub for senior activity. Each senior center offers its own programming, but common activities include cardio drumming, yoga, tai chi, bingo, community meals, and more.

Taylor strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment for senior citizens and their families. Our caregivers are ready and able to support your family in Taylor when the time is right.