CEO Michael Perry, with scissors, and Executive Director Betty McClellan, holding ribbon, gather with WellBridge of Clarkston caregivers, Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce members, friends, and neighbors to celebrate their grand opening. Photo by Phil Custodio
WellBridge of Clarkston celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting and tours for the community, Oct. 24.
“We are so excited to become a part of this wonderful community and its rich history, especially being neighbors to the DTE Energy Music Theatre,” said Michael Perry, CEO. “In collaboration with our recreational therapy department, we are excited to be integrating music into our core programming and events and activities.”
They have a fire pit so residents can enjoy a fire, s’more, and music from the concert venue, Perry said.
The inpatient, short-term, skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 5655 Clarkston Road at Sashabaw Road offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and other services after surgery or illness in a beautiful, therapeutic atmosphere of wellness .
Approximately 70,000-square-feet, WellBridge provides a bridge from hospital to home, offering private and semi-private suites, private bathrooms with European-style shower, Tempur-Pedic mattresses, full service salon, massage therapy, WB Bistro serving Starbucks, and many other luxurious hotel-style amenities.
Wellbridge is one of several senior facilities opened or under development in Independence Township, said township Supervisor Pat Kittle.
“Demographics are trending older in the community,” Kittle said.
WellBridge is a Michigan owned and operated company with eight locations around Metro Detroit, also including Brighton, Novi, Fenton, Romeo, Rochester Hills, Pinckney, and Grand Blanc.