Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Jackson, MI
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Jackson, MI
Overview of Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care
Highland Assisted Living and Memory Care is an affordable senior home in Jackson, promotes quality care and compassionate support. The home-like setting encourages a family-like lifestyle with an unmatched level of hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The compassionate care staff ensures the celebration and honor of each unique individual in a nurturing atmosphere. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands.
The lifestyle at Highland is person-centered, encouraging its residents to pursue their interests with daily support. Its personalized care plans include daily health checks and medication management, housekeeping, ADLs, scheduled activities, specific care programs, and comprehensive nursing services.
32-bed community Rank #312 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
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: 15 / 100 Rank #558 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 558th 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
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyJackson
License NumberAH380283614
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by North Star Management Group, Inc.
Secured Perimeter
Safety FeaturesDoors that are alarmed & locked for resident security.
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio:
1 staff member to an average of 8 residents
Housekeeping
Laundry
Salon
ActivitiesScheduled Social Activities 365 days/year
Specific ProgramsRespite & Daycare, Resident Activities
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 2006 · 20 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
5 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 2006 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Total deficiencies (38% 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.
| 5 | 8 | This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (5 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 38% better |
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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Mike McElroy, Owner and Administrator at Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care, is dedicated to serving residents and staff with a hands-on approach. An MSU graduate with degrees in Turf Grass Science and Agronomy, Mike purchased Highland in 2006 and finds fulfillment in enriching residents' lives daily alongside his team.
Places of interest near Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care
2.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Jackson's city center to Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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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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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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| The John George Home | AL RESC | Jackson | 46
Facility
46
MI AVG
74
Rank
#271 / 428 | No |
65
Facility
65
MI AVG
40
Rank
#100 / 674 | Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
14
Rank
#142 / 295 | 3 | 4
Facility
4
MI AVG
8
Rank
#133 / 330 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#164 / 330 | John George Home Inc |
| Mission Point Health Campus of Jackson | AL NH RC SNF | Jackson | 40
Facility
40
MI AVG
74
Rank
#284 / 428 | No |
4
Facility
4
MI AVG
40
Rank
#648 / 674 | - | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
14
Rank
#142 / 295 | 19 | 58
Facility
58
MI AVG
8
Rank
#326 / 330 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#284 / 330 | - |
| Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL ADC MC RC | Jackson | 32
Facility
32
MI AVG
74
Rank
#312 / 428 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
MI AVG
40
Rank
#558 / 674 | - | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
14
Rank
#142 / 295 | 3 | 5
Facility
5
MI AVG
8
Rank
#150 / 330 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#203 / 330 | North Star Management Group, Inc |
| Pharaoh‘s Rest Haven, L.L.C | AL RESC | Jackson | 4
Facility
4
MI AVG
74
Rank
#428 / 428 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
MI AVG
40
Rank
#231 / 674 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 330 | Pharaoh's Rest Haven, LLC |
| Arbor North Living Center | AL | Jackson (Blackman Charter Township) | - | Yes |
9
Facility
9
MI AVG
40
Rank
#608 / 674 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Jackson, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care
Who is the owner of Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by North Star Management Group, Inc.
Is Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care?
According to MI state health department records, Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care's license number is AH380283614.
How long has Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care been in business?
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Yes, Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care have?
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care has 32 beds.
Has Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care had any deficiencies?
Highland Assisted Living & Memory Care has had 5 reported deficiencies since 2006 according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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