Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility

05/05/2026

05/02/2026

🎂🌸 May Birthday Wishes 🌸🎂

Just like spring itself, our May birthdays bring fresh energy, positivity, and so much heart to our community. We’re grateful for each staff member celebrating this month and all the dedication you share throughout the year. May your birthday season be full of sunshine, joy, and good moments. 🌞

05/01/2026

We’re excited to be at the Elk Rapids Job Fair & Career Exploration Day today at the Elk Rapids Schools Athletic Complex! 🎉

Stop by our booth and visit Allison, HR, to learn more about what it’s like to work with Meadow Brook 💼 Whether you’re exploring career opportunities or ready to apply, we’d love to connect with you!

The event is open to the public from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM ⏰ and applications will be available right at our booth with Allison 📋

Come see us, ask questions, and take the next step toward joining the Meadow Brook team! 🌟

05/01/2026

🌼 Welcome to May! 🌼

A month of warmer days, blooming flowers, and moments worth celebrating. Here’s to growth, gratitude, and enjoying the little things. 🌱💛

04/22/2026

🌎 Happy Earth Day! 💚

Today we celebrate our beautiful planet and the small choices we make every day to help protect it—whether it’s recycling, conserving energy, or simply enjoying nature around us. 🌱

✨ Together, we can make a difference for generations to come.
🌍🌿💙

04/21/2026

HEALTH DEPT. OF NW MICHIGAN 4-21-2026 PRESS RELEASE:

Flood Recovery Support: Free Supply Buckets Available
Residents in Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet Counties Can Access Recovery Supplies

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) is partnering with Disaster Relief at Work (DRAW) to provide free flood clean-up supply buckets to community members in the three counties most impacted by recent flooding: Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet.

“We are grateful to partner with County Emergency Managers and Disaster Relief at Work to bring essential clean-up supplies directly to our communities,” says Shannon Klonowski, HDNW Health Officer. “We encourage residents of Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet counties to take advantage of these resources as they begin the recovery process. Our priority is to support safe, healthy homes and to help our neighbors get back on their feet as quickly as possible.”

Each free bucket includes essential items to aid in effective clean-up, such as dish soap, scrub brushes, garbage bags, all-purpose cleaner, laundry detergent, gloves, face masks, and more.

Community members are encouraged to visit their nearest HDNW office to pick up supplies. Availability is limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, one bucket per household. Antrim and Emmet counties clean-up supplies are currently available. Charlevoix County supply buckets will not be available until Thursday.

Pick-up Locations:

Antrim County:
209 Portage Drive
Bellaire, MI 49615

Charlevoix County:
220 W. Garfield Ave.
Charlevoix, MI 49720

Emmet County:
3434 Harbor-Petoskey Road, Suite A
Harbor Springs, MI 49740

To learn more about programs and services offered through HDNW visit our website at nwhealth.org or call us locally at 800-432-4121.

04/19/2026

🐾Woof! Hi friends. Scout here. 🐾

A long time ago, I followed my nose and my heart and chose Meadow Brook as my home. I didn’t know it then, but that choice turned into a story that traveled far beyond these halls.

Recently, I received the kindest surprise—a letter and a book from an author in New York who once read my story and felt something stick. She told me that watching a dog choose where he belonged helped inspire her illustrated chapter book, Pack of Hearts by .

It makes my tail wag knowing that life here—our residents, our staff, our cozy routines, and all the love—helped spark a story about courage, kindness, and finding your pack at any age. That’s what Meadow Brook has always been to me.
I’m especially proud that I get to share this place with my feline friends Willow and Cosmo the feathered prince, alongside humans who understand that belonging isn’t about age—it’s about heart.

If you’re looking for a meaningful read for a young person in your life, Pack of Hearts is available on Amazon. I’m honored to have played a small part in a much bigger story.

With gratitude love, and biscuits,
❤️ Scout

https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Hearts-Danette-Vigilante/dp/1736774727/ref=sr_1_3?crid=ZY5DRAIHO49R&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.x6Wr1akD__LhgV063ZQp-AoUMhN55vZqlr0s182lnLOJKbV_cnNRgkGcI0gFPyiZLmDBinbk0nRkqBx_D2lBFSyaPlJ1B47QyHI8FHMla0t_A2qRYUtQ8OWoAVraNVW7chk5rYvV5oUZYnMqSGVEje_kwJ-NqU3jyjP2XWPqeMpYXH3BSmtYXL8JaySxBBNEo_pDjWeOEGRwx55xF6y0N2lnve3CUkPei4g9jv4g1SLEf2FWpMT6iF3F7gCMYubAEdo5HxTki2HYu7TR4vcBAZUnmGmXoF2EpnPekeDEj6w.xBBPgg2bpcOXQlQrVszS5K0hZ7mECNVfBZaAihYwIAk&dib_tag=se&keywords=pack+of+hearts&qid=1776620270&sprefix=pack+of+hearts%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-3

04/19/2026

April Resident of the Month 🌸

Meet our April Resident of the Month, Ranae Czykoski! Ranae truly believes in the power of laughter, and anyone who knows her can see just how right she is. With her bright smile, quick wit, and contagious laugh, she brings joy to every room she enters. A retired caregiver, devoted mother of three, and proud grandmother, Ranae cherishes life’s little moments and the people she loves most. We are so proud to celebrate her and the happiness she shares so generously with others.

Congratulations, Ranae! 💐

Per Facility Policy posted with Permission.

04/19/2026

🐾💙 Woof! Scout Here with a Big Announcement! 💙🐾

Hey friends! 🐶 I’m back and wagging my tail like crazy because it’s time to kick off Scout’s House – Paws for the Pantry! This is our 4th year helping local animal shelters and rescue facilities, and I need my pack to jump in and help me stock those shelves! 🐕🐈

How You Can Lend a Paw:
🐾 Donate: Every bag, toy, and treat helps make a shelter pet’s day a whole lot brighter.

🛒 Visit My Amazon Wish List: I sniffed out the items shelters need most and put them all in one spot just for you!

👉 https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/Z037QMJOUGTV?ref=gr_search_page_result&fbclid=IwdGRjcARSWDJhZmRrCXNMNUwybUJjWGV4dG4DYWVtATEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQKNjYyODU2ODM3OQABHj2htAwLlEehiRe-18mv2-fMP1HuUOJN0IIxL7v5FEm75_AkITX8uwOtYuxi_aem_evWVC7zJD7h4CEiXzv7ZkQ&content_source=fb&fb_content_id=Q9-wBQFSQxrQuK6jejmlwxIVXoHQKve6EQmU6PuSNNcV9erQJD2kt2Lv_Vqe-Ef0Kzao&channel_type=fb

Event Details:
📅 April 19, 2026 – June 30, 206
📍 Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility

Why It Matters (From One Pup to Many):
🐶 Your kindness helps provide food, toys, and comfort to animals waiting for their forever homes.
🐱 Even the smallest donation can make a huge difference.
🐕 Together, we show how powerful compassion and community can be.

Let’s make this year extra tail‑wagging, bowl‑filling, and heart‑warming! 🐾❤️

Thanks for being the best humans a dog could ask for. I’ll be here supervising… and accepting ear scratches 😉

Woof woof!

Love and biscuits 🫶🦴🐾
– Scout 🐶