Linden Square Senior Care
Linden Square Senior Care occupies 187 beds at 650 Woodland Drive East, Saline, Washtenaw County, MI, under MDHHS licensure. Operated by Linden Square Senior Care, LLC, it serves residents in assisted living and memory care, with 24-hour nursing staff maintaining a 1:1 resident-to-staff ratio. Specialized memory care is available for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Daily services include three home-cooked meals served in the dining room, with made-to-order hot breakfast offered 7–9 AM.
Medication supervision, help with bathing and grooming, personal laundry and linen services, and housekeeping are provided. The Life Enrichment Program offers structured social, mental, and physical activities. Respite care accommodates temporary stays. Utilities are included in residents’ arrangements, pets are permitted, wheelchair accessibility is present throughout, and emergency systems are operational.
The facility is moderately walkable, scoring 65 on walkability metrics and ranking 100th of 702 Michigan facilities in this category.
Inspection record from 2013 to present documents persistent compliance gaps. Fourteen deficiencies have been established. Recent 2025 renewals identified employee tuberculosis screening lapses, medication administration records with missing entries, and incomplete meal census documentation. Earlier complaint investigations confirmed critical failures: November 2022 substantiated that a resident received a whole hamburger despite a prescribed modified-texture (minced and moist) diet, resulting in fatal choking; October 2022 investigations documented residents denied prescribed medications for extended periods and care provided inconsistently with service plans.
Documented deficiencies also include unsanitary kitchen conditions, improper food storage, unlabeled and expired food items, absence of diet order boards, medication administration gaps, and insufficient documentation of bedside assistive devices and employee health screenings. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license suspensions are listed in available records.
The facility has shown declining occupancy, with census at 19% of licensed capacity as of February 2025.
Linden Square Senior Care suits residents seeking assisted living or memory care with 24-hour support in a moderately walkable location.
About this community
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.
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 2013 vs. Michigan state average• Total deficiencies (75% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 14 | 8 | This facility has 75% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (14 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 75% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.8 | 1.6 | This facility has 13% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.8 vs. MI avg 1.6).↑ 13% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total inspections
| 8 | 5 | This facility has had 60% more total inspections than the Michigan average (8 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more |
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Pets Allowed
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Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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MI AVG
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19
MI AVG
8
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#286 / 330 | 4.8
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4.8
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1.6
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| Linden Square Senior Care | AL MC RC | East Saline | 187
Facility
187
MI AVG
74
Rank
#12 / 428 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
MI AVG
40
Rank
#100 / 674 | - | - | - | 8 | 14
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14
MI AVG
8
Rank
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1.8
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#212 / 330 | - |
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MI AVG
74
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13
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13
MI AVG
40
Rank
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22
MI AVG
8
Rank
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3.1
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
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124
MI AVG
74
Rank
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67
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67
MI AVG
40
Rank
#88 / 674 | - | - | A+ | 11 | 14
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14
MI AVG
8
Rank
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1.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
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MI AVG
74
Rank
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8
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8
MI AVG
40
Rank
#615 / 674 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Linden Square Senior Care
Is Linden Square Senior Care in a walkable area?
Linden Square Senior Care has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Linden Square Senior Care?
According to MI state health department records, Linden Square Senior Care's license number is AH810334704.
When does Linden Square Senior Care's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Linden Square Senior Care's license expires on July 31, 2027.
Does Linden Square Senior Care have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Linden Square Senior Care on this page.
Are pets allowed at Linden Square Senior Care?
Yes, Linden Square Senior Care allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Linden Square Senior Care have?
Linden Square Senior Care has 187 beds.
Has Linden Square Senior Care had any deficiencies?
Linden Square Senior Care has had 14 reported deficiencies since 2013 according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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