WHO ARE WE?
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to deliver exceptional, person-centered care in a warm and welcoming home setting. At Pleasant Lake Lodge, we are committed to supporting independence, promoting well-being, and creating a compassionate community for every resident we serve.
The story behind pleasant lake lodge
Family-Owned. Community-Focused. Reputation-Driven.
At Pleasant Lake Lodge we believe assisted living should feel like family – a comforting, safe, and genuinely caring environment. From the very beginning, our mission has been to create a home where every resident feels valued, respected, and deeply cared for. It’s this heartfelt commitment that continues to set up apart.
As a proud, family-owned and operated community in Cadillac, Michigan, we are honored to serve local families with unwavering compassion, honesty, and a personal touch that feels like home.
Our Roots Run Deep
For decades, Janine Tucker-Kummer has been a steady force of compassion in the greater Cadillac community. A trusted leader, she brings unwavering dedication to the well-being of others. Her journey in adult foster care began with a personal calling – to uplift lives with dignity, respect, and love.
With fierce determination and a heart for service, Janine opened and licensed several successful AFC Homes. Each one reflected her core belief: everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and at home.
In 2008, Janine saw something others didn’t – the possibility. A foreclosed 20-bed facility appeared rundown to most, but she saw it as a chance to create something beautiful. Together with her family, she lovingly restored the home from the ground up. Their work went beyond renovations. They poured in soul and purpose.
By 2009, Pleasant Lake Lodge opened at full capacity. It wasn’t just a building – it was a sanctuary built on trust, warmth, and genuine care.
As the need for quality care grew, Janine responded. In 2011, she built Pleasant Lake Lodge North to meet rising demand. It opened at 75% capacity and filled within two weeks – a powerful sign the communities trust in her leadership. Families didn’t just choose her homes – they entrusted their loved ones to them.
Why? Janine’s name became a synonymous with compassion, excellence, and integrity. Her homes weren’t institutions – they were families.
Carrying the Legacy Forward
In 2009, Kristi Tucker-Fleischfresser proudly followed in her mother’s footsteps. She stepped into leadership with passion, purpose, and a deeply personal commitment to compassionate care. As Janines daughter, Kristi didn’t just inherit a business. She inherited a mission – one rooted in love, dignity, and family values.
Today, under Kristi’s leadership, Pleasant Lake Lodge is one of Northern Michigan’s most respected assisted living communities. She continues to raise the standard of care, balancing excellence and safety with a heartfelt, personal touch.
Kristi and her family still operate both homes side by side. They are currently planning on a 5-bed expansion as well. They ensure the original spirit – genuine connections, exceptional care, and family-first values – remains at the heart of everything they do. At Pleasant Lake Lodge, assisted living is more than a service. It’s a promise – carried forward with love and purpose.
Where we are today
Pleasant Lake Lodge is now a thriving 40 -bed assisted living community, operating at full capacity with a growing waitlist. Families trust us because we go beyond basic care. We offer comfort, dignity, and connection – the kind that brings peace of mind.
Heres what sets us apart:
- 24/7 compassionate care from experienced caregivers
- A peaceful, home-like setting that supports both emotional and physical health
- On-site nurse practioner services for timely, proactive care
- Reliable medication and appointment management to reduce stress
- Graceful, loving hospice and end-of-life support
- Medicaid waiver contracts to make care more accessible
- Public transportation access
At the heart of it all is Kristi Tucker-Fleischfresser. She personally responds to every inquiry with warmth and transparency. If Pleasant Lake Lodge isn’t the best option, she helps families find one that is. Because to us, this isn’t just work -its personal.
We’re not here to run a facility. We’re here to offer peace of mind and a true sense of home.
From our Family to Yours
Whether you’re seeking care for yourself or someone you love, Pleasant Lake Lodge offers more than a place to stay. We offer a place to belong.
From the moment you walk in, you’ll feel the difference – the calm, the warmth, the connection. Every resident is treated with the dignity and compassion they deserve.
At Pleasant Lake Lodge, you’re not just finding care – you’re finding family.
We’d be honored to welcome you home.
Seeking more information below
Our residents make every day meaningful—and so do our staff. If you’re ready to make a difference in a supportive, family-like environment, we’d love to meet you.
Whether you’re a family member, case manager, or healthcare professional—referring a potential resident is simple.
Our mission is to create a safe, comfortable, and supportive home where residents receive the care they need, the dignity they deserve, and the connection that makes each day meaningful.