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Besser Senior Living Community
Besser Senior Living Community offers assisted living and memory care in Alpena, MI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to keep a private living space. Memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels available means a resident whose needs grow over time can remain at the same community rather than move elsewhere.
The community has 52 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Room options include Standard Studios, Deluxe Studios, One Bedroom Standard Suites, One Bedroom Deluxe Suites and Memory Care Studios; studios provide one private space, while one bedroom suites have a separate bedroom. Respite care is available for short stays, giving a family caregiver time to travel or recover.
A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops or services independently. Daily life includes exercise classes, games and outings to local attractions, along with access to a salon, religious services, home cooked meals and snacks. Pets are allowed.
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About this community
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 5 deficiencies 2 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 2020 vs. Michigan state average• Deficiencies per inspection (52% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (50% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 5 | 10 | This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (5 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 50% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.5 | 1.64 | This facility has 52% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (2.5 vs. MI avg 1.64).↑ 52% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total inspections
| 2 | 5 | This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (2 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer |
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Pets Allowed
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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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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| Westwood Inn – Senior Living Community | AL IL MC | Macomb (Macomb Township) | 147
Facility
147
MI AVG
66
Rank
#21 / 340 | No |
24
Facility
24
MI AVG
37
Rank
#296 / 436 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
12
Rank
#113 / 264 | A+ | 6 | 5
Facility
5
MI AVG
8
Rank
#142 / 312 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#111 / 312 | Westwood Macomb Senior Living LLC |
| Maple Ridge Manor Of Lowell | AL HOS MC | Lowell | 83
Facility
83
MI AVG
66
Rank
#110 / 340 | No |
61
Facility
61
MI AVG
37
Rank
#66 / 436 | - | 7
Facility
7
MI AVG
12
Rank
#98 / 264 | A+ | 4 | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
8
Rank
#58 / 312 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#62 / 312 | - |
| Brookdale Utica | AL MC | Utica | 72
Facility
72
MI AVG
66
Rank
#134 / 340 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
MI AVG
37
Rank
#103 / 436 | Private Suite / Companion Suite | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
12
Rank
#113 / 264 | - | 5 | 0
Facility
0
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 312 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 312 | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc |
| Gardenview | AL MC RC | Calumet | 61
Facility
61
MI AVG
66
Rank
#167 / 340 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
MI AVG
37
Rank
#185 / 436 | Studio | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
12
Rank
#113 / 264 | - | 5 | 0
Facility
0
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 312 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 312 | Calumet Operating, LLC |
| Besser Senior Living Community | AL MC | Alpena | 52
Facility
52
MI AVG
66
Rank
#186 / 340 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
MI AVG
37
Rank
#26 / 436 | - | - | - | 2 | 5
Facility
5
MI AVG
8
Rank
#142 / 312 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#244 / 312 | - |
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
Frequently Asked Questions about Besser Senior Living Community
Is Besser Senior Living Community in a walkable area?
Besser Senior Living Community has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Besser Senior Living Community?
According to MI state health department records, Besser Senior Living Community's license number is AH040394376.
When does Besser Senior Living Community's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Besser Senior Living Community's license expires on July 31, 2027.
Does Besser Senior Living Community have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Besser Senior Living Community on this page.
Are pets allowed at Besser Senior Living Community?
Yes, Besser Senior Living Community allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Besser Senior Living Community have?
Besser Senior Living Community has 52 beds.
Has Besser Senior Living Community had any deficiencies?
Besser Senior Living Community has had 5 reported deficiencies according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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