Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Holland, MI
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Holland, MI
Overview of Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South
Seniors in need of an assisted living home within the Southern area of bustling Holland, Michigan, can avail of excellent service and top quality amenities for their retirement years, at Appledorn Assisted Living Center South. Live without worry or the hassle of everyday living responsibilities, as a 24-hour team of friendly and compassionate caregivers handle housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and medical management for residents.
Duly licensed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Appledorn offers assisted living with memory care for seniors struggling with the challenges of conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia. With cozy and elegant living quarters, peaceful and serene gardens, as well as a plethora of activities and amenities to foster physical, mental, cognitive, and social stimulation, elderly residents can live out fulfilling and relaxing golden years at Appledorn.
174-bed community Rank #17 / 431Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
28 years in operation Rank #77 / 183Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 183 homes 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.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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 29 / 100 Rank #438 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 438th 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2026
ExpirationJuly 31, 2027
CountyOttawa
License NumberAH700236753
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South is legally operated by Appledorn Living Center LLC.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Scott Reenders, Owner (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
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 2008 · 18 years of data
14 deficiencies
9 inspections
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 2008 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (75% above)
• Deficiencies per year (100% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at MI avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (75% above)
• Deficiencies per year (100% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at MI avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
November 18, 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.
| 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 year
Average deficiencies per year since 2008.
| 0.8 | 0.4 | This facility has 100% more deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0.8 vs. MI avg 0.4).↑ 100% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.6 | 1.6 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Michigan average (1.6 vs. MI avg 1.6).— At avg |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 9 | 5 | This facility has had 80% more total inspections than the Michigan average (9 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 80% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- May 21, 2024 renewal inspection found the facility in full compliance with all applicable rules and recommended license renewal.
- November 18, 2024 renewal inspection cited eight deficiencies including tuberculosis screening failures, medication handling lapses, unsanitary kitchen conditions, and unsafe hazardous materials storage.
- November 14, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated delayed care delivery with call light waits up to 3 hours and 45 minutes, but staffing levels were found adequate.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South
Studio
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Places of interest near Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South
2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Holland's city center to Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.37 miles to nearest hospital (Holland Hospital)
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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
| Freedom Village | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Holland (Columbia Avenue) | 533
Facility
533
MI AVG
74
Rank
#1 / 431 | No |
78
Facility
78
MI AVG
39
Rank
#36 / 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South | AL MC | Holland (Apple Avenue) | 174
Facility
174
MI AVG
74
Rank
#17 / 431 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
MI AVG
39
Rank
#438 / 703 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MI AVG
22
Rank
#77 / 183 | A+ | 9 | 14
Facility
14
MI AVG
8
Rank
#260 / 330 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#200 / 330 | Appledorn Living Center LLC |
| Appledorn Assisted Living Center North | AL | Holland | 65
Facility
65
MI AVG
74
Rank
#226 / 431 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
MI AVG
39
Rank
#341 / 703 | - | - | - | 5 | -
Facility
-
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 330 | Appledorn Assisted Living Center II, LLC |
| Freedom Village | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Holland (Columbia Avenue) | 62
Facility
62
MI AVG
74
Rank
#234 / 431 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
MI AVG
39
Rank
#82 / 703 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 35
Facility
35
MI AVG
22
Rank
#61 / 183 | A+ | 4 | -
Facility
-
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 330 | Ccrc Opco-Holland, LLC |
| Addington Place of Lakeside Vista | AL IL MC | Holland (West 40Th Street) | 20
Facility
20
MI AVG
74
Rank
#328 / 431 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
MI AVG
39
Rank
#125 / 703 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
MI AVG
22
Rank
#132 / 183 | - | 4 | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
8
Rank
#59 / 330 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#64 / 330 | Leisure Living Management Of Holland Inc |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South
What neighborhood is Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South in?
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South is in the Apple Avenue neighborhood of Holland.
Who is the owner of Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South?
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South is legally operated by Appledorn Living Center LLC.
Is Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South in a walkable area?
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South?
According to MI state health department records, Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South's license number is AH700236753.
When does Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South's license expires on July 31, 2027.
Are pets allowed at Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South?
Yes, Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South have?
Appledorn Assisted Living Center – South has 174 beds.
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