Balfour Senior Living

Assisted Living in Ann Arbor

Overview of Balfour Senior Living

Facing the challenges that those with Alzheimer’s and dementia are beset with, need not be a woeful and dreary experience. At Balfour Senior Living, memory care is offered with a touch of luxury and comfort with secure and elegant private living quarters, managed by a caring and professional team that monitors the well-being and handles the needs of each resident, to perfection.

Enjoy top-notch services and amenities that cater to each resident, nurturing physical, emotional, and mental stimulation. With Balfour, memory care living is made carefree in terms of daily living activities, while also fostering socialization in the community in order to further mitigate cognitive decline. Family members and residents alike, can rest assured that life at Balfour is secure, serene, and satisfying.

Bed community size
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: D+ (Not Accredited)
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Population served

Aged; Alzheimers; Physically Handicapped

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Small Group Home (capacity 1-6)
StatusRegular
IssuanceNovember 14, 2024
ExpirationNovember 13, 2026
CountyOakland
License NumberAS630417253

Ownership & Operating Entity

Balfour Senior Living is legally operated by Harmony Senior Living LLC.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 343 - 476 / 453 - 478 / 563 - 628 / 840 - 841 / 863 - 871 / 1180 - 1182 / 1154 - 1157 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at Balfour Senior Living

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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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.

2 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Michigan average: 5 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date November 12, 2024
Renewal

5 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Michigan average: 8 deficiencies

2.5 deficiencies per inspection

Michigan average: 1.6 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Balfour Senior Living

The most recent inspection on November 12, 2024, found deficiencies related to water temperatures exceeding allowed limits, door hardware not meeting egress requirements, and a furnace door that did not close automatically. Earlier inspections, including the original licensing study on February 15, 2024, showed the facility was in substantial compliance with physical plant and administrative rules. Inspectors cited issues mainly with safety features involving water temperature control and door hardware. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The recent findings indicate new concerns in physical safety that were not present during the initial licensing inspection.

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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).
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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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
MI

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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
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High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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

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