Fowler AFC
Fowler AFC
Fowler Afc is a 104-bed adult foster care camp licensed by the State of Michigan and accredited by the American Camp Association, located in Mayville, Tuscola County, MI. The facility serves children and adults with disabilities year-round through structured programming and respite care services designed to foster independence and personal growth. Wheelchair accessibility is available throughout the facility.
The camp occupies 200 acres of meadows, forests, and lakefront providing natural surroundings for camper activities and therapeutic programs. Twenty-four-hour staffing supports camper needs, and respite care services are available to serve individuals with disabilities and their families. The location has a walk score of 43, ranking 289th of 702 Michigan communities for neighborhood walkability, and is situated at Mayville city center.
Fowler Afc provides overnight summer camps, Camp Barefoot (specializing in services for individuals with traumatic brain injury), seasonal camps, weekend respite camps, travel adventures, equestrian programs, and group events. Participation opportunities include swimming, boating, arts and crafts, outdoor education, and equestrian activities. Volunteer positions are available. Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The July 17, 2024 renewal inspection documented Fowler Afc in full compliance with all applicable rules and regulations, with zero deficiencies. The inspection assessed staff qualifications, health and safety policies, camper records, aquatic supervision, and emergency procedures. The facility maintained 15 staff members with five staff files reviewed.
The facility’s regulatory history contains no documented complaint investigations, enforcement actions, or fines. License renewal was approved.
The facility is designed to serve children and adults with disabilities, offering year-round camp experiences, respite care, and specialized programming in a 200-acre natural environment with demonstrated regulatory compliance.
104-bed community Rank #109 / 431Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 431 homes in Michigan for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #289 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 703 homes in Michigan for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Camp
StatusActive
CountyTuscola
License NumberAC790200832
State License TypesLicensed by the State of Michigan
CertificationsAccredited by the American Camp Association
AccreditationsAccredited by the American Camp Association
Fowler AFC is legally operated by Methodist Children's Home Society.
Wheelchair Accessible
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
200 Acres Of Meadows
Forests And Lakefront
ActivitiesActivities include swimming, boating, arts and crafts, outdoor education, and equestrian programs, among others
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsCamp Barefoot
Specific ProgramsOur Campers, Programs, Summer Camp (Overnight), Camp Barefoot (TBI), Seasonal Camps, Weekend Respite Camps, Travel Adventures, Equestrian Programs, Group Events
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday – Friday9:00am – 5:00pm
Inspection History
In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
0 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Latest Inspection
July 17, 2024
Renewal
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 8 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 100% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- July 17, 2024 renewal inspection found no deficiencies and full compliance with licensing rules and regulations.
- Staff qualifications, health and safety policies, camper records, aquatic supervision, and emergency procedures all met required standards.
- No complaints were investigated or substantiated during the most recent inspection period.
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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
| Fountain View of Monroe | RC HOS NH PC SNF | Monroe (Frenchtown Charter Township) | 119 | No | - | 32 | - |
| Fowler AFC | RC | Mayville | 104 | No | - | 43 | - |
| Medilodge of Monroe | RC NH PC SNF | Monroe | 103 | No | A+ | 72 | - |
| Medilodge of Okemos | RC NH SNF | Okemos (Marsh Road) | 100 | No | - | 16 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Laurels of Mt Pleasant | RC HOS NH PC SNF | Mt Pleasant | 100 | No | - | 34 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Fowler AFC
Who is the owner of Fowler AFC?
Fowler AFC is legally operated by Methodist Children's Home Society.
Is Fowler AFC in a walkable area?
Fowler AFC has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Fowler AFC?
According to MI state health department records, Fowler AFC's license number is AC790200832.
Are pets allowed at Fowler AFC?
No, Fowler AFC has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Fowler AFC have?
Fowler AFC has 104 beds.
Are there photos of Fowler AFC?
Yes — there are 32 photos of Fowler AFC in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Fowler AFC?
Fowler AFC is located at Mayville, MI 48744.
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