Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living
Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living
Brownstown’s Forest View Assisted Living is a 76-bed facility at 19341 Allen Road operated by Brownstown Assisted Living Center LLC which advertises personalized care, doctor on staff, secured environment, and chef-prepared meals. Ranked 202nd among 437 Michigan senior communities. Walk score 46 indicates somewhat limited walkability; residents depend primarily on transportation.
The inspection record raises substantial concerns. Since 2023, three years generated 23 documented deficiencies; nearly three times Michigan’s typical eight and nearly three times the state annual average.
Most recent findings are particularly troubling. September 2025 brought substantiated violations for care failures tied directly to understaffing (afternoon and night shifts), soiled medication equipment with missing narcotic documentation, staff lacking required training credentials, and absent care records. April 2025 documented a resident discovered in a recliner, wearing only underwear and cardigan, soaked in urine, unattended for hours because assigned staff arrived late. February 2025 revealed residents systematically missing prescribed medications, facility maintenance deteriorating (dust-clogged vents, peeling ceiling), and the front door insecure.
Deficiencies cluster predictably around three areas: medication management and staff documentation; resident supervision and personal care; physical environment and security. The September complaint explicitly cited staff retaliation for reporting problems, which is an indicator of cultural issues beyond specific violations. No evidence suggests improvement between February and September 2025.
No fines or license suspensions appear in available records despite the severity and pattern of findings.
Occupancy stands at 36 percent (27 of 76 beds), suggesting either selective admissions or families withdrawing residents.
Forest View presents a facility with persistent, documented failures across supervision, medication administration, staff qualifications, and security.
76-bed community Rank #199 / 435Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 435 homes in Michigan. 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.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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #253 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 253rd out of 703 homes in Michigan. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyWayne
License NumberAH820238949
Owner NameBrownstown Assisted Living Center LLC
Secured Perimeter
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesSafety pull cords located throughout each apartment.
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsLife at Forest View, Where to Begin
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 2023 · 3 years of data
23 deficiencies
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 2023 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (188% above)
• Deficiencies per year (185% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (188% above)
• Deficiencies per year (185% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
September 30, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 23 | 8 | This facility has 188% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (23 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 188% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 7.7 | 2.7 | This facility has 185% more deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (7.7 vs. MI avg 2.7).↑ 185% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- September 30, 2025 complaint investigation found four deficiencies including unmet resident care needs due to short staffing, soiled medication carts, incomplete narcotic documentation, and missing charting.
- April 8, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated inadequate care and supervision of Resident A, who was found unsupervised and improperly clothed for over two hours.
- January 30, 2025 renewal inspection cited eight deficiencies involving maintenance issues, ventilation failures, improper hazardous material storage, and missing tuberculosis screenings for residents and employees.
Places of interest near Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living
2.2 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
| StoryPoint Northville | AL MC | Township Of Northville (Northville Charter Township) | 103 | Yes | A+ | 45 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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| Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living | AL | Brownstown | 76 | No | - | 46 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living
Who is the owner of Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living?
Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living is legally operated by Brownstown Assisted Living Center LLC.
Is Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living?
According to MI state health department records, Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living's license number is AH820238949.
When does Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living's license expires on July 31, 2026.
How many beds does Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living have?
Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living has 76 beds.
Are there photos of Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living?
Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living is located at 19341 Allen Rd, Brownstown, MI 48183.
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