LIVING AND CULTURE – The Lakes Area

Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital is located in one of the most beautiful, prosperous and fastest growing areas in Michigan. Situated in the scenic “lakes area” of western Oakland County, the community surrounding the hospital offers the best southeastern Michigan has to offer.

Some of the area’s most impressive homes and residential developments are located in this area and range to suit needs and tastes from detached condominiums, apartments and single family dwellings. Many are located on lakes or, near parks or major recreational sites.

Whether one wishes to live in a community with the feel of a quaint, 19th century village, such as Milford, or the cosmopolitan community of West Bloomfield, residential options abound in this area to fulfill diverse interests, lifestyles and needs. Those seeking proximity to shopping and convenient access to major expressways may find Novi an attractive option while those enjoying horses, golfing or the rustic joys of country life may find White Lake Township or Brighton attractive.

Sports, Recreation, Culture

The lakes area has it all in terms of recreational options. Sports enthusiasts will find numerous golf courses, soccer fields, hiking trails, cross country and downhill skiing opportunities, skateboarding and in-line skating facilities, weight training, aerobics and yoga programs as well as beautiful trails for horse-back riding or bicycling. Those enjoying boating and water sports will find the area a virtual playground with its many inland lakes.

And, access to major professional sports venues is minutes away in Detroit, home to the Red Wings hockey, Tigers baseball and the Lions football teams.

Cultural opportunities abound in the area including many fine libraries, art festivals and galleries. Classical music, opera and theater buffs will find both local productions and nationally renowned productions in nearby Detroit. Many of the leading cultural institutions in the Detroit area are backed through donations from residents of this area, creating a strong sense of ownership and dedication to the fine and cultural arts.

The area also has numerous fine restaurants ranging from those specializing in ethnic cuisines from around the globe to those featuring continental and regional cuisine. For those wishing to enjoy a family-style or convenience meal, many options are available, often adjacent to the many fine shopping districts, regional and local malls. The area is also home to those who observe a very wide range of religious beliefs. Those seeking places of worship representing the world’s major religions are likely to find options available within a short drive of most points within the lakes area.