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The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Carleton, MI
The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Carleton, MI
Overview of The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care
60-bed community Rank #241 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 241st 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: 35 / 100 Rank #366 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 366th 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 TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyMonroe
License NumberAH580413165
Owner NameHeritage Life Of Carleton, LLC
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesMobility and safety features, secured entrances, emergency call systems.
Respite Care
Pet Friendly
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
ActivitiesEngaging activities and fitness classes
Starting Price$5,700 per month
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 2024 · 2 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
2 deficiencies
2 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 2024 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (75% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (38% below)
• Total deficiencies (75% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (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.
| 2 | 8 | This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (2 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 75% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.0 | 1.6 | This facility has 38% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1 vs. MI avg 1.6).↓ 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.
| 2 | 5 | This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (2 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care
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Estimated distance in miles from Carleton's city center to The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. 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.
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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200
MI AVG
74
Rank
#7 / 428 | No |
11
Facility
11
MI AVG
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Rank
#595 / 674 | Private Rooms | 25
Facility
25
MI AVG
14
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#83 / 295 | A+ | 4 | 19
Facility
19
MI AVG
8
Rank
#286 / 330 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#311 / 330 | - |
| Chelsea Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Chelsea | 172
Facility
172
MI AVG
74
Rank
#18 / 428 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
MI AVG
40
Rank
#576 / 674 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage | - | - | 7 | 22
Facility
22
MI AVG
8
Rank
#296 / 330 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#284 / 330 | United Methodist Retirement Communities Inc |
| Michigan Masonic Home | AL IL MC NH PC RC SNF | Alma | 124
Facility
124
MI AVG
74
Rank
#66 / 428 | No |
67
Facility
67
MI AVG
40
Rank
#88 / 674 | - | - | A+ | 11 | 14
Facility
14
MI AVG
8
Rank
#260 / 330 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#164 / 330 | - |
| Lourdes Senior Community | AL HOS IL MC NH SNF | Waterford Twp (Watkins-Pontiac Estates) | 80
Facility
80
MI AVG
74
Rank
#175 / 428 | No |
8
Facility
8
MI AVG
40
Rank
#615 / 674 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care | AL MC RC | Carleton | 60
Facility
60
MI AVG
74
Rank
#241 / 428 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
MI AVG
40
Rank
#366 / 674 | - | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
14
Rank
#142 / 295 | - | 2 | 2
Facility
2
MI AVG
8
Rank
#91 / 330 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#132 / 330 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care
Who is the owner of The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care?
The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care is legally operated by Heritage Life of Carleton, LLC.
Is The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care in a walkable area?
The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care?
According to MI state health department records, The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care's license number is AH580413165.
How long has The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care been in business?
The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care on this page.
Are pets allowed at The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care?
Yes, The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care have?
The Gardens of Carleton Asst Lvg & Mem. Care has 60 beds.
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