Applewood Assisted Living

Applewood Assisted Living

Overview of Applewood Assisted Living

Applewood Assisted Living is one of the senior living communities located in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Applewood Assisted Living provides a wide range of services, including assisted living and memory care. The community prides itself on its attentive staff who provides memory care services, diabetic care, incontinence care, high acuity care, medication management, and non-ambulatory care to their residents. As part of their services, residents benefit from round-the-clock assistance and support while staying in a warm and nurturing environment.
At Applewood Assisted Living, residents enjoy a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle, thanks to a variety of amenities and services curated to promote their well-being. Part of the amenities the residents enjoy are housekeeping, grooming services, and laundry service/dry cleaning, allowing residents to live to the fullest without needing to exert energy in daily chores. Additionally, Applewood Assisted Living provides diet approved and delicious meals, ensuring that not only are they provided with the right care, but also the right nutrition so the residents can live a healthy fulfilling life.

Bed community size
20-bed community Rank #326 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 326th out of 428 homes 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 cover every community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. 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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #142 / 295Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 142nd out of 295 homes 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 cover every community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #666 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 666th out of 674 homes 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 cover every community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Large Group Home (Capacity 13-20)
StatusRegular
IssuanceSeptember 1, 2024
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026 Expires in 20 days
CountyMidland
License NumberAL560079773

Ownership & Operating Entity

Applewood Assisted Living is legally operated by Lauren K Cameron-Carter and Marc Carter.

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Inspection History

In South Carolina, 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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the South Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. South Carolina state average
Overall vs. MI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than South Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (100% 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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical South Carolina assisted living residence (0 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 100% better

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. 15 This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the South Carolina average (1 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer

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Address 8.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mt Pleasant's city center to Applewood Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Mount Pleasant

Info below is compiled from the SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH), 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. 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.
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.
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
193
Facility 193
SC AVG 90
Rank #4 / 304
Yes
14
Facility 14
SC AVG 34
Rank #176 / 221
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Somerby Mount Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
RC
Mt Pleasant
118
Facility 118
SC AVG 90
Rank #73 / 304
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 34
Rank #201 / 221
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Artisan Mount Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
112
Facility 112
SC AVG 90
Rank #84 / 304
No
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 34
Rank #86 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony at Wescott Plantation
AL
IL
MC
Summerville
105
Facility 105
SC AVG 90
Rank #100 / 304
Yes
28
Facility 28
SC AVG 34
Rank #135 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Applewood Assisted Living
AL
Mt Pleasant20No 2 -

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina

Applewood Assisted Living is located in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina 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).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC 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).
SC

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

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

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

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC 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
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Applewood Assisted Living

Who is the owner of Applewood Assisted Living?

Applewood Assisted Living is legally operated by Lauren K Cameron-Carter and Marc Carter.

Is Applewood Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Applewood Assisted Living has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Applewood Assisted Living?

According to MI state health department records, Applewood Assisted Living's license number is AL560079773.

When does Applewood Assisted Living's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Applewood Assisted Living's license expires on August 31, 2026.

How long has Applewood Assisted Living been in business?

Applewood Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Applewood Assisted Living?

No, Applewood Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Applewood Assisted Living have?

Applewood Assisted Living has 20 beds.

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