Sunrise on Vernier
Memory Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

Sunrise on Vernier

Memory Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

Overview of Sunrise on Vernier

Sunrise on Vernier is a specialized senior living community located in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan, dedicated to providing expert memory care to residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. The community offers a personalized approach to care, with room rates starting at $6,718 per month, helping residents find meaningful days through tailored programming that encourages connection and engagement. Sunrise on Vernier’s full-service community feels like a bed and breakfast, with amenities that transform ordinary to extraordinary, such as restaurant-style dining and a vibrant activities program that fills each day with opportunities to savor the moment.

The skilled and long-tenured Reminiscence team members at Sunrise on Vernier work hard to honor residents’ wishes, from impromptu trips to favorite donut shops to evening soaks in the spa bathtub. The community’s resident-centered care model features one-on-one attention and helps residents live purposeful lives, with favorite activities including milkshakes & memories and sundaes and spelling games. Sunrise on Vernier is an award-winning community, recognized with a Bronze National Quality Award by AHCA/NCAL, and is conveniently located in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, off I-94 at the corner of Vernier Road and Mack Avenue, across from the Grosse Pointe Woods Library and around the corner from Lake St. Clair. Residents enjoy outings to local restaurants, shopping, concerts, picnics, and visits to nearby attractions, with coordination with Beaumont, Ascension St. John, and Henry Ford Health system for medical support.

Bed community size
54-bed community Rank #257 / 428Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 257th 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.
Years in operation
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
Walk Score: 76 / 100 Rank #47 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyWayne
License NumberAH820391698

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunrise on Vernier is legally operated by Welltower OpCo Group LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency response systems in each suite

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Short-Term Stays
Hospice Coordination

Amenities & Lifestyle

Scheduled Transportation
Pet Friendly
Outings
Live Entertainment
Activities
Salon
Chef-Prepared Meals
Activities
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$7,083+ 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 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 9 deficiencies 3 inspections

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 2019 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (13% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 98 This facility has 13% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (9 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 13% worse

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. 35 This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (3 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grosse Pointe Woods's city center to Sunrise on Vernier's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.19 miles to nearest hospital (Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital)

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Compare Memory Care around Detroit

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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Downriver Estates Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Brownstown Charter Twp
133
Facility 133
MI AVG 74
Rank #50 / 428
Yes
24
Facility 24
MI AVG 40
Rank #482 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 295
-4
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Ec Opco Downriver, LLC
Allegria Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Dearborn
132
Facility 132
MI AVG 74
Rank #52 / 428
No
52
Facility 52
MI AVG 40
Rank #200 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
MI AVG 14
Rank #131 / 295
D-10
43
Facility 43
MI AVG 8
Rank #320 / 330
4.3
Facility 4.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #305 / 330
Hfv Opco, LLC
Bickford of Shelby Township
MC
AL
Shelby Township (Shelby Charter Township)
74
Facility 74
MI AVG 74
Rank #196 / 428
Yes
33
Facility 33
MI AVG 40
Rank #399 / 674
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 295
B-4
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #116 / 330
0.8
Facility 0.8
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #116 / 330
Bickford Of Shelby, LLC
Sunrise on Vernier
MC
HOS
RC
Grosse Pointe Woods
54
Facility 54
MI AVG 74
Rank #257 / 428
Yes
76
Facility 76
MI AVG 40
Rank #47 / 674
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 14
Rank #142 / 295
-3
9
Facility 9
MI AVG 8
Rank #214 / 330
3.0
Facility 3.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #276 / 330
Welltower Opco Group LLC
Flourish Collection at Rochester
MC
AL
IL
Rochester
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #326 / 428
Yes
10
Facility 10
MI AVG 40
Rank #603 / 674
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 14
Rank #13 / 295
A+2
9
Facility 9
MI AVG 8
Rank #214 / 330
4.5
Facility 4.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #308 / 330
Blossom Ridge, LLC

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Michigan

Sunrise on Vernier is located in Grosse Pointe Woods, 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 Sunrise on Vernier

Who is the owner of Sunrise on Vernier?

Sunrise on Vernier is legally operated by Welltower OpCo Group LLC.

Is Sunrise on Vernier in a walkable area?

Sunrise on Vernier has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Sunrise on Vernier?

According to MI state health department records, Sunrise on Vernier's license number is AH820391698.

How long has Sunrise on Vernier been in business?

Sunrise on Vernier has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise on Vernier?

Yes, Sunrise on Vernier allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Sunrise on Vernier have?

Sunrise on Vernier has 54 beds.

Has Sunrise on Vernier had any deficiencies?

Sunrise on Vernier has had 9 reported deficiencies since 2019 according to records from Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

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