The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sterling Heights, MI

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sterling Heights, MI

Overview of The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care offers a range of services, including assisted living with memory care, carefully designed to support residents’ health while nurturing their happiness in Michigan. Valuing independence and individuality, The Courtyard strikes a perfect balance by providing unwavering support tailored to each resident’s unique needs, all while following assisted living guidelines that prioritize well-being.

The essence of care extends to meticulously coordinated custom care plans, ensuring that every resident’s journey is personally meaningful. Additionally, culinary offerings stand out with top-notch menu selections and nourishing snacks. What’s more, beautifully landscaped grounds, an outdoor courtyard, and serene patio areas provide tranquil retreats. Inside, a beauty salon, spacious community rooms, and on-site dining create warm social settings. The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care is definitely a sanctuary where memory care and assisted living homes harmoniously coexist, fostering a strong sense of community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 20 Rank #326 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 326th 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.

Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #108 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Large Group Home (Capacity 13-20)
StatusRegular
IssuanceApril 24, 2026
ExpirationApril 23, 2028
CountyMacomb
License NumberAL500419769

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Encore McHenry.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Courtyard
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$100,000 per month

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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 2025 · 1 year 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 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 2025 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)

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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 100% 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. 15 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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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care

Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sterling Heights's city center to The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.05 miles to nearest hospital (Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Sterling Heights

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.
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.
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.
Sunrise of Shelby Township
AL
MC
Shelby Township (Macomb Township)
106
Facility 106
MI AVG 74
Rank #102 / 428
Yes
69
Facility 69
MI AVG 40
Rank #79 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 296
4
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Hcri Sun III Tenant, Limited Partnership
My Doctor‘s Inn
AL
MC
Sterling Heights
101
Facility 101
MI AVG 74
Rank #121 / 428
Yes
31
Facility 31
MI AVG 40
Rank #420 / 674
-
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
Mdi Sterling Heights, LLC
The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Sterling Heights
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #326 / 428
Yes
64
Facility 64
MI AVG 40
Rank #108 / 674
--1
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Encore Mchenry
Woodside Senior Living
AL
MC
Sterling Heights (Forest Brook)
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 74
Rank #392 / 428
No
27
Facility 27
MI AVG 40
Rank #455 / 674
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 296
1
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Macomb Woodside LLC
Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights I
AL
Sterling Heights
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 74
Rank #392 / 428
No
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 40
Rank #323 / 674
1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms-3
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #59 / 330
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #64 / 330
Asgw, LLC

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Sterling Heights, 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).
MI

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 The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care

Who is the owner of The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care?

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Encore McHenry.

Is The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care?

According to MI state health department records, The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care's license number is AL500419769.

When does The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care's license expires on April 23, 2028.

Are pets allowed at The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Yes, The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care have?

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care has 20 beds.

Has The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care had any deficiencies?

The Courtyard at Sterling Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care has no reported deficiencies according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

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