Balfour Ann Arbor
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Ann Arbor, MI

Balfour Ann Arbor

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Ann Arbor, MI

Overview of Balfour Ann Arbor

Clarendale Ann Arbor, formerly known as Balfour Ann Arbor, is an award-winning retirement community in Ann Arbor, MI, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its boutique-hotel-style setting, the community ensures older adults live the best of their later years comfortably. Restaurant-style dining, household services, and scheduled transportation are also provided, so residents have a maintenance-free living. The community also strives to get to know residents’ needs and habits to provide the best possible care.

Pet companionship, sensory-rich activities, and social events help enhance residents’ memory and stay active. A heated indoor pool, a game room, gardens, and walking paths also ensure residents can lounge and connect with their surroundings. Surrounded by healthcare providers, banks, shops, parks, and public transportation, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. With its high standards of care and top-notch amenities, this retirement community is a leading choice for senior living in Michigan.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #108 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 703 homes in Michigan. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ann Arbor's city center to Balfour Ann Arbor's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

Atria Park of Ann Arbor
AL
IL
MC
Ann Arbor (Logan)
98
Facility 98
MI AVG 75
Rank #140 / 435
Yes
53
Facility 53
MI AVG 39
Rank #190 / 703
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--4
5
Facility 5
MI AVG 8
Rank #157 / 342
1.3
Facility 1.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #171 / 342
Aoc North Ann Arbor Opco, LLC
University Senior Living
AL
MC
Ann Arbor (Bryant Pattengill West)
90
Facility 90
MI AVG 75
Rank #160 / 435
No
59
Facility 59
MI AVG 39
Rank #137 / 703
-
30
Facility 30
MI AVG 22
Rank #72 / 182
A+6
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 342
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 342
Ann Arbor Senior Housing Opco, LLC
Bickford of Canton
AL
MC
Canton (Canton Township)
78
Facility 78
MI AVG 75
Rank #192 / 435
Yes
24
Facility 24
MI AVG 39
Rank #488 / 703
Private Rooms
8
Facility 8
MI AVG 22
Rank #124 / 182
A+12
27
Facility 27
MI AVG 8
Rank #322 / 342
2.3
Facility 2.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #250 / 342
Bickford Of Canton, LLC
Balfour Ann Arbor
AL
IL
MC
RC
Ann Arbor-No
64
Facility 64
MI AVG 39
Rank #108 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
All Seasons Ann Arbor
AL
IL
MC
Ann Arbor (King)-No
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 39
Rank #681 / 703
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 22
Rank #127 / 182
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

Balfour Ann Arbor is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MI

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Balfour Ann Arbor

Is Balfour Ann Arbor in a walkable area?

Balfour Ann Arbor has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Balfour Ann Arbor?

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What is the address of Balfour Ann Arbor?

Balfour Ann Arbor is located at 2830 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.

What is the phone number of Balfour Ann Arbor?

(734) 627-6280 will put you in contact with the team at Balfour Ann Arbor.

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