Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Midland, MI

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Midland, MI

Overview of Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care

Candletstone is an extraordinary residential assisted living and memory care service. They promote an engaging and enriching lifestyle for a vibrant retirement experience. It offers a home-like atmosphere that can elevate the senior living experience. As a member of the premier StoryPoint community, seniors will discover the perfect balance between independence with unwavering support.

As an SGP community, many families have praised its exceptional dedication and services focused on assisted living and memory care. Residents will immerse themselves in engaging activities and events, a beauty salon and barbershop, a library, and open-concept floor plans that provide a sense of spaciousness and freedom.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 66 Rank #222 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 222nd 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #13 / 296Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 296 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.
39 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. 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.
2 / 100
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyMidland
License NumberAH560360912

Ownership & Operating Entity

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Waldo Avenue Opco LLC.

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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 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 4 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (60% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (21% 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. 410 This facility has 60% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (4 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 60% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.31.64 This facility has 21% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.3 vs. MI avg 1.64).↓ 21% 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. 35 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

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Midland's city center to Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Midland

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. 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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Bickford of Midland
AL
MC
Midland
71
Facility 71
MI AVG 74
Rank #205 / 428
Yes
29
Facility 29
MI AVG 40
Rank #432 / 674
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 296
-6
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #59 / 330
0.2
Facility 0.2
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #60 / 330
Midland Bickford Cottage, LLC
Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Midland
66
Facility 66
MI AVG 74
Rank #222 / 428
Yes
2
Facility 2
MI AVG 40
Rank #666 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 14
Rank #13 / 296
A+3
4
Facility 4
MI AVG 8
Rank #133 / 330
1.3
Facility 1.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #163 / 330
Waldo Avenue Opco LLC
Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Mt Pleasant
57
Facility 57
MI AVG 74
Rank #249 / 428
Yes
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 40
Rank #630 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
MI AVG 14
Rank #115 / 296
A+3
4
Facility 4
MI AVG 8
Rank #133 / 330
1.3
Facility 1.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #163 / 330
2378 S Lincoln Road Opco LLC
Brookdale Midland
AL
Midland
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #326 / 428
Yes
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 40
Rank #655 / 674
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 296
-2
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc
Green Acres of Mt Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
RC
Mt Pleasant (Union Charter Township)
12
Facility 12
MI AVG 74
Rank #383 / 428
Yes
17
Facility 17
MI AVG 40
Rank #542 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 296
-4
2
Facility 2
MI AVG 8
Rank #91 / 330
0.5
Facility 0.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #96 / 330
Retirement Living Management Of Mt. Pleasant

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Midland, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Michigan.

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan 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).
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Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan 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).
MI

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

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan 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
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care

Who is the owner of Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Waldo Avenue Opco LLC.

Is Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

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

What is the license number of Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care?

According to MI state health department records, Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care's license number is AH560360912.

How long has Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care been in business?

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care has been operating for approximately 39 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Yes, Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care have?

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care has 66 beds.

Has Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care had any deficiencies?

Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care has had 4 reported deficiencies according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

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