Downriver Estates Senior Living

Memory Care, Assisted Living & Respite Care · Detroit, MI

Overview of Downriver Estates Senior Living

Offering a fulfilling aging experience, Downriver Estates Senior Living is a lively senior living community in Township, MI, offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Companion Living. The community emphasizes the comfort of a homelike environment with their selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed to provide residents a nurturing and familiar living space. Residents are saved from any worry with 24-hour licensed supervision provided by a licensed and compassionate nurse on-site.

The community strives to enhance its residents’ living experience by thoroughly understanding their interests, hobbies, and needs in creating personalized and customized programming. Residents are encouraged to participate in an array of interesting activities carefully tailored based on their individual interests, passions, and strengths. In addition to enriching residents’ lives, the community encourages seniors to enrich other people’s lives with monthly outreach projects, which help residents find a sense of belonging and purpose in turn.

(734) 479-0437
Bed community size
133-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 24 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Population served

Aged; Alzheimers

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceJanuary 8, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyWayne
License NumberAH820391900

Ownership & Operating Entity

Downriver Estates Senior Living is legally operated by EC Opco Downriver, LLC.

What does this home offer?

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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 Downriver Estates Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care

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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.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 8 years.

4 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 February 7, 2024
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Inspection Report Summary for Downriver Estates Senior Living

The most recent inspection of Downriver Estates Senior Living on February 7, 2024, found no deficiencies and confirmed substantial compliance with public health code and administrative rules. Earlier inspections, including those in March 2023, December 2021, and June 2019, also showed substantial compliance without any noted deficiencies. Inspectors did not cite any issues related to resident care, safety, or administration in these reports. No complaint investigations were reported or substantiated during this period. This consistent record indicates stable compliance with regulatory requirements over time.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Downriver Estates Senior Living

Downriver P3
Downriver P4
Downriver P1
Downriver P2

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Michigan

Downriver Estates Senior Living is located in Brownstown Charter Twp, 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

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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Address 19.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Brownstown Charter Twp's city center to Downriver Estates Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Brownstown Charter Twp (Allen Road)133No 24 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-4-0.0Ec Opco Downriver, Llc
Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Grosse Pointe Woods78Yes 77 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-620.3Welltower Opco Group Llc
Bickford of Shelby Township
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

Shelby Township (Shelby Charter Township)74Yes 33 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1C430.8Bickford Of Shelby, Llc
Sunrise on Vernier
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

Grosse Pointe Woods (Vernier Road)54Yes 76 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-393.0Welltower Opco Group Llc
American House Freedom Place Rochester
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downriver Estates Senior Living

What neighborhood is Downriver Estates Senior Living in?

Downriver Estates Senior Living is in the Allen Road neighborhood of Brownstown Charter Twp.

Who is the owner of Downriver Estates Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Downriver Estates Senior Living is EC Opco Downriver, LLC.

Is Downriver Estates Senior Living in a walkable area?

Downriver Estates Senior Living has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Downriver Estates Senior Living?

According to MI state health department records, Downriver Estates Senior Living's license number is AH820391900.

When does Downriver Estates Senior Living's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Downriver Estates Senior Living's license expires on July 31, 2026.

How many beds does Downriver Estates Senior Living have?

Downriver Estates Senior Living has 133 beds.

What is the phone number of Downriver Estates Senior Living?

(734) 479-0437 will put you in contact with the team at Downriver Estates Senior Living.

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