Tamarack Camps – Avodah
Tamarack Camps – Avodah
The Fresh Air Society operates Tamarack Camps – Avodah, a residential program licensed for up to 48 participants in Ortonville, Michigan. Located on an expansive outdoor property in Oakland County, this facility functions under a community-based structure tailored for seasonal youth and young adult programming rather than a standard commercial healthcare setting.
The surrounding natural area is car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 41 out of 100, meaning that most routine transit and external errands require a short drive. State records managed by Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs indicate a clear baseline compliance history.
The original field evaluation documented that the property met all structural capacity guidelines, with administrative reviews confirming that staff training records and facility features fully satisfied state operational criteria.
Interested individuals exploring this residential program can contact the main business office to check current registration availability and coordinate a visit to the Ortonville campus.
48-bed community Rank #268 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 268th 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.
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #306 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 306th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Camp
StatusActive
CountyOakland
License NumberAC630416637
Tamarack Camps – Avodah is legally operated by Fresh Air Society dba Tamarack Camps.
Emergency SystemsYes
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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
1 inspection
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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 8 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 5 | This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (1 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% 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.
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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.
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Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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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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MI AVG
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4.8
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MI AVG
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Rank
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MI AVG
14
Rank
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MI AVG
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MI AVG
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Rank
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MI AVG
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MI AVG
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MI AVG
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57
MI AVG
74
Rank
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7
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7
MI AVG
40
Rank
#630 / 674 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 51
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51
MI AVG
14
Rank
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Facility
21
MI AVG
8
Rank
#290 / 330 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
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| Tamarack Camps – Avodah | AL | Ortonville | 48
Facility
48
MI AVG
74
Rank
#268 / 428 | No |
41
Facility
41
MI AVG
40
Rank
#306 / 674 | - | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 330 | Fresh Air Society Dba Tamarack Camps |
Frequently Asked Questions about Tamarack Camps – Avodah
Who is the owner of Tamarack Camps – Avodah?
Tamarack Camps – Avodah is legally operated by Fresh Air Society dba Tamarack Camps.
Is Tamarack Camps – Avodah in a walkable area?
Tamarack Camps – Avodah has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Tamarack Camps – Avodah?
According to MI state health department records, Tamarack Camps – Avodah's license number is AC630416637.
Are pets allowed at Tamarack Camps – Avodah?
No, Tamarack Camps – Avodah has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Tamarack Camps – Avodah have?
Tamarack Camps – Avodah has 48 beds.
Has Tamarack Camps – Avodah had any deficiencies?
Tamarack Camps – Avodah has no reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
Are there photos of Tamarack Camps – Avodah?
Yes — there are 17 photos of Tamarack Camps – Avodah in the photo gallery on this page.
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