Cambrian Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · South Lyon, MI
Cambrian Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · South Lyon, MI
Overview of Cambrian Senior Living
South Lyon’s Cambrian Senior Living occupies 52365 W. 10 Mile Road, South Lyon, Oakland County, MI, in a highly walkable neighborhood (walk score 78, ranked 36th statewide). The 90-bed memory care facility is operated by Cambrian Of Lyon, LLC. Ranked 164th among Michigan’s 437 senior communities by capacity, the property advertises 24-hour staffing, farm-to-table dining, and specialized programming for dementia and Alzheimer’s residents.
Deficiency metrics place Cambrian 25 percent below state average, with 0.7 violations per year versus Michigan’s 0.9. Yet inspection documents reveal a troubling picture.
Opened February 2017 with zero deficiencies and full fire certification, the facility maintained that trajectory for six years. The gap widened in September 2023 when two violations emerged: service plans overdue for annual updates and PRN medications lacking proper administration instructions.
By July 2025, deficiencies had doubled to four, documenting medication administration errors with missed doses and failed documentation, uncovered garbage throughout the building, thermometers absent from resident food storage, and hazardous cleaning agents stored in locations accessible to residents with cognitive impairment.
No complaint investigations or enforcement penalties appear in available records. The inspection pattern: zero violations in opening, then emerging gaps around administrative compliance and safety systems, suggests either insufficient systemic controls or degrading oversight as census increased. Most troubling are the repeated medication-related findings (documented in 2023 and 2025) and the presence of chemically hazardous materials within reach of vulnerable memory care residents.
Occupancy climbed from 38 percent (34 residents, September 2023) to 63 percent (57 residents, July 2025).
Cambrian Senior Living is a memory care operator facing growing challenges with medication management protocols, food safety monitoring, and securing hazardous substances from impaired residents.
90-bed community Rank #154 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 154th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
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: 78 / 100 Rank #36 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyOakland
License NumberAH630375650
Owner NameCambrian Of Lyon, LLC
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Exceptional Life Enrichment Programming
Touring HoursMonday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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 2017 · 9 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
6 deficiencies
3 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 2017 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (25% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (25% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (25% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (25% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 8 | This facility has 25% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (6 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 25% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.0 | 1.6 | This facility has 25% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (2 vs. MI avg 1.6).↑ 25% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 3 | 5 | This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (3 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer |
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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 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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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| Cambrian Senior Living | AL MC | South Lyon | 90
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90
MI AVG
74
Rank
#154 / 428 | No |
78
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MI AVG
40
Rank
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MI AVG
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Rank
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambrian Senior Living
Who is the owner of Cambrian Senior Living?
Cambrian Senior Living is legally operated by Cambrian Of Lyon, LLC.
Is Cambrian Senior Living in a walkable area?
Cambrian Senior Living has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Cambrian Senior Living?
According to MI state health department records, Cambrian Senior Living's license number is AH630375650.
How long has Cambrian Senior Living been in business?
Cambrian Senior Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Cambrian Senior Living?
No, Cambrian Senior Living has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Cambrian Senior Living have?
Cambrian Senior Living has 90 beds.
Has Cambrian Senior Living had any deficiencies?
Cambrian Senior Living has had 6 reported deficiencies since 2017 according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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