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

American House Carpenter

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

Overview of American House Carpenter

Sixteen years on Carpenter Road in Ypsilanti, Michigan. American House Carpenter is a three-story assisted living and independent living community that has been operating long enough to have worked out its model. Studios start at 400 square feet; two-bedrooms reach 840. Pets are welcome.

The Walk Score is 60, meaning this address lands in moderately walkable territory for southeastern Michigan where some errands can be accomplished on foot, although most still require a car. Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital sits about 2.32 miles away, which is a practical note for families weighing proximity to acute care.

The service stack is broad, covering twenty-four-hour staffing. Rehabilitation services and respite care are available. Home care is offered. The Living Well Memory Care program combines cognitive activities, nutrition, fitness, and social engagement; it is a named, structured program rather than a general amenity claim.

Dining is restaurant-style with chef-prepared meals. The amenity list spans a fitness center, swimming pool, spa, library, putting green, billiards, movie theater, chapel, bistro, and formal restaurant, among others. Transportation and concierge services round it out.

For an assisted living and independent living community in the Ann Arbor metro area, this is a long-established operation with a wide amenity footprint and a dedicated memory care program embedded in its model.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #133 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Awards

Best Senior Living Communities by U.S. News & World Report

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSecure, monitored environments for memory care.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Chapel
Restaurant
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Walking Paths
Putting Green
Billiards
Movie Theater
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping
Laundry
Linen Service
Outdoor Seating
Activities
Wellness ProgramLiving Well Memory Care Program, daily cognitive activities, balanced nutrition, gentle fitness, social engagement
Branded ProgramsLiving Well Memory Care
Specific ProgramsRespite Stays
Religious Services
Operating HoursMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 00:00-23:59

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Pets Allowed

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for American House Carpenter

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

American House Carpenter is located in Ann Arbor, 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 American House Carpenter

Is American House Carpenter in a walkable area?

American House Carpenter has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Does American House Carpenter have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at American House Carpenter on this page.

Are pets allowed at American House Carpenter?

Yes, American House Carpenter allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of American House Carpenter?

Yes — there are 52 photos of American House Carpenter in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of American House Carpenter?

(734) 961-4578 will put you in contact with the team at American House Carpenter.

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