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Besser Senior Living Community

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Besser Senior Living Community

325 Johnson Street, Alpena, MI 49707 View map
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Overview of Besser Senior Living Community
Besser Senior Living Community is located in Alpena, Michigan. It offers assisted living and memory care services in its senior living facility. The community is designed to meet the needs and desires of its residents with a caring staff available 24 hours a day.
(906) 440-6118
(906) 440-6118 info@besserseniorliving.com

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 52
Bed community size
52-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyALPENA

Additional Licensing Details

License NumberAH040394376

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameBesser Senior Living Community Inc.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Specific ProgramsLiving Options, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Lifestyle, Resident Life, Services, Health & Wellness, Dining, Photo Gallery

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents receive supervision, assistance and healthcare services as needed. In addition to exceptional care, residents can look forward to delicious meals, extensive housekeeping and engaging social activities.

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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

Results

1 with issues

1 without issues

Michigan average: 5 visits/inspections

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Latest inspection

Date August 31, 2023
Renewal

5 deficiencies

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

Michigan average: 8 deficiencies

Compare Nursing Homes around Michigan The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

5 facilities compared · CMS & MI Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Besser Senior Living Community
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Alpena
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Arden Courts (Bingham Farms)
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Brentwood at Niles
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Niles
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Brookdale Farmington Hills North II
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Farmington Hills
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Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Besser Senior Living Community Besser Senior Living Community
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Alpena
Bed Count: 52
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Arden Courts (Bingham Farms) Arden Courts (Bingham Farms)
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Bingham Farms
Bed Count: 56
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Brentwood at Niles
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Niles
Bed Count: 80
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Brookdale Farmington Hills North II
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Farmington Hills
Bed Count: 32
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Brownstown
Bed Count: 76
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).

MI Specifics: Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: 16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

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 Specifics: 16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

MI Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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