Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights

Overview of Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights

Hearthstone Communities, Sterling Heights provides assisted living in Sterling Heights, MI. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while supporting a resident’s personal routines. Medication management is available for residents who need assistance with organizing or taking their medications.

The home has 6 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Respite care provides a short-term stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, and pets are allowed for residents who want to keep a pet with them. HSC Sterling I operates the home.

Residents can participate in exercise, games, puzzles, cooking classes, music, painting, and drawing, creating structured opportunities for recreation and creative activity. Transportation arrangements are available for residents who need an arranged ride, while the Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. The home may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller assisted living community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 6 Rank #304 / 340Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 304th out of 340 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #113 / 264Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 113th out of 264 assisted living communities we track in Michigan for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Michigan facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #135 / 436Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 135th out of 436 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
48 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #29 / 41Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 29th out of 41 assisted living communities we track in Michigan for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Michigan average, with its Statewide rank out of 41. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
50% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Michigan average: 63.5%
Occupied beds
3 / 6

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Small Group Home (Capacity 1-6)
StatusRegular
IssuanceDecember 15, 2024
ExpirationDecember 14, 2026
CountyMacomb
License NumberAS500412077

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights is legally operated by HSC Sterling I LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesAlarm system monitored.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
Wi-Fi
ActivitiesActivities include exercise, games, puzzles, cooking classes, music, painting, drawing, and more
Specific ProgramsTransportation Arrangements

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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 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
7 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (30% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 710 This facility has 30% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (7 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 30% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.31.64 This facility has 40% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (2.3 vs. MI avg 1.64).↑ 40% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 35 This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (3 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights

Address Sterling Heights, MI — 4.11 miles to nearest hospital (Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital)

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Sunrise of Shelby Township
AL
MC
Shelby Township (Macomb Township)
106
Facility 106
MI AVG 66
Rank #66 / 340
Yes
69
Facility 69
MI AVG 37
Rank #39 / 436
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
4
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
Hcri Sun III Tenant, Limited Partnership
My Doctor‘s Inn
AL
MC
Sterling Heights
101
Facility 101
MI AVG 66
Rank #80 / 340
Yes
31
Facility 31
MI AVG 37
Rank #251 / 436
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
2
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
Mdi Sterling Heights, LLC
The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Sterling Heights
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 66
Rank #238 / 340
Yes
64
Facility 64
MI AVG 37
Rank #55 / 436
--1
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
Encore Mchenry
Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights
AL
Sterling Heights
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 66
Rank #304 / 340
Yes
48
Facility 48
MI AVG 37
Rank #135 / 436
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
3
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 8
Rank #175 / 312
2.3
Facility 2.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #231 / 312
Hsc Sterling I LLC
Woodside Senior Living
AL
MC
Sterling Heights (Forest Brook)
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 66
Rank #304 / 340
No
27
Facility 27
MI AVG 37
Rank #275 / 436
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
1
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
Macomb Woodside LLC

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights is located in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
MI

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 Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights

Who is the owner of Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights?

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights is legally operated by HSC Sterling I LLC.

Is Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights in a walkable area?

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights has a walk score of 48. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights?

According to MI state health department records, Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights's license number is AS500412077.

When does Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights's license expires on December 14, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights?

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights's occupancy is 50%.

How long has Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights been in business?

Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights?

Yes, Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights allows residents to bring their pets.

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