Detroit Senior AdvisorLast verified: October 2026 against the LARA facility record
Is American House Lakeshore licensed in Michigan?
Yes. American House Lakeshore holds an active regular Home for the Aged license, number AH500409733, from Michigan LARA's Bureau of Community and Health Systems, for 27 residents. Its current license runs August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027, and it appears in LARA's statewide facility file as of October 24, 2026.
License and contact information for American House Lakeshore
| Licensing agency | Michigan LARA, Bureau of Community and Health Systems |
|---|---|
| License type | Home for the Aged |
| License # | AH500409733 |
| License status | Regular license, active |
| Current license term | August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027 |
| First licensed | November 19, 2021 (original issuance date printed on LARA's reports) |
| Licensed capacity | 27 residents |
| Populations served (LARA) | Aged, Alzheimer's |
| Licensee | Sabra Midwest Operations XIII, LLC |
| Rule violations in the last year (LARA flag) | No |
| Enforcement / disciplinary record | 1 special investigation report posted on its LARA profile; no rule violations flagged in LARA's file for the last year. No license revocation, suspension or other disciplinary action is shown (none reported). |
| Address | 28801 Jefferson Ave, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 |
| Phone | (586) 218-6228 |
| County | Macomb County |
| State record | LARA facility profile and reports |
What did LARA's most recent renewal inspection of American House Lakeshore find?
LARA's renewal inspection of American House Lakeshore on May 15, 2025 cited 3 rule violations, which requires the licensee to file a written corrective action plan before the license is renewed. Renewal citations are common; what matters is the subject of each one and whether it repeats.
Rules cited in that report:
- R 325.1976 - Kitchen and dietary
Read the full renewal report on LARA (posted March 13, 2026).
What have LARA's special investigations of American House Lakeshore found?
LARA has posted 1 special investigation report for American House Lakeshore since October 2023, covering 1 allegation. Investigators established a violation on 1 of those allegations, and 1 of the 1 reports found at least one violation, counting additional rule findings. A corrective action plan is required whenever a violation is established.
| Complaint received | Investigation # | Allegations (LARA's wording) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 27, 2024 | 2024A0784070 | Inadequate care and supervision of residents (established) | Report |
What is American House Lakeshore's full licensing history on LARA's public record?
LARA's profile for American House Lakeshore holds 5 posted reports from 2021 through 2026: 2 renewal inspections, 1 special investigation and 1 addendum to the original licensing study. The license was first issued November 19, 2021, per the original issuance date printed on LARA's reports. The licensee of record is Sabra Midwest Operations XIII, LLC.
| Posted | Report | Source |
|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2026 | Renewal Inspection | View |
| August 23, 2024 | Special Investigation | View |
| May 31, 2024 | Renewal Inspection | View |
| January 7, 2023 | Addendum to Original Licensing Study | View |
| December 17, 2021 | Original Licensing Study | View |
What level of care is American House Lakeshore licensed to provide?
American House Lakeshore is licensed as a Home for the Aged, Michigan's license for a supervised personal-care residence of 21 or more residents age 55 and older, under Part 213 of the Public Health Code and the R 325.1901 rule set. LARA lists Alzheimer's among the populations it serves, so it may admit residents with dementia; as a Home for the Aged that markets dementia care, it must give families a written description of that program under MCL 333.20178.
Who is American House Lakeshore a good fit for, based on its license?
Based only on its LARA record, American House Lakeshore suits families planning ahead for dementia care, since LARA lists Alzheimer's among the populations it serves. It may also suit people who prefer a smaller, quieter residence.
How does American House Lakeshore compare with other licensed facilities in Macomb County?
With 27 licensed beds, American House Lakeshore ranks No. 31 by capacity among the 49 listed assisted living settings in Macomb County, where the median is 38 beds. Of those 49, 40 are licensed to serve Alzheimer's, 28 have at least one special investigation report posted, and LARA flags rule violations in the past year at 12.
Licensed Homes for the Aged of similar size in Macomb County, from the same LARA file:
| Facility | City | Beds | Serves Alzheimer's | Investigation reports | License # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica's Place | Romeo | 23 | Yes | 0 | AH500378045 |
| Town Village Sterling Hgts - The Gem Memory Care | Sterling Heights | 33 | Yes | 0 | AH500392805 |
| Legacy at Orchard Grove | Romeo | 35 | Yes | 3 | AH500367780 |
| The Legacy at Shelby Crossing | Shelby Township | 35 | Yes | 1 | AH500315088 |
| Brookdale Utica MC | Utica | 36 | Yes | 0 | AH500236938 |
| Orchard Grove Health Campus | Romeo | 38 | No | 0 | AH500367787 |
Where is American House Lakeshore and what is nearby?
American House Lakeshore is at 28801 Jefferson Ave, St. Clair Shores, in Macomb County. Hospitals families in the area use most include Henry Ford St. John Hospital, Corewell Health Grosse Pointe Hospital. Veterans are served by the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit.
Free, unbiased options counseling for Macomb County families comes from the Area Agency on Aging 1-B, which can also explain MI Choice Waiver eligibility. Compare nearby options on our St. Clair Shores assisted living guide.
How much does American House Lakeshore cost?
LARA does not publish rates, so ask American House Lakeshore for its written rate sheet and any care-level fees. For context, memory care in Metro Detroit typically runs $4,800 to $6,800 per month in 2026.
Paying for it: Michigan's MI Choice Waiver can pay for personal care and supports for eligible residents of a licensed Home for the Aged or AFC home, but it does not pay room and board, and not every community accepts waiver participants. Wartime veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid & Attendance. Ask both questions on the first call.
How should I evaluate American House Lakeshore?
Start with the public record, then test it in person. Read American House Lakeshore's latest LARA renewal inspection and its special investigation reports, then visit at a mealtime and again unannounced, and ask how the memory care team would handle a resident whose needs change.
Questions to ask on your tour of American House Lakeshore
- Your last LARA renewal cited R 325.1976 (kitchen and dietary). What did your corrective action plan change?
- How many direct-care staff are awake and on the floor overnight, and for how many residents?
- What did LARA cite at your last renewal inspection, and what changed afterward?
- Which care needs would require a move to a nursing home, and how much notice do you give?
- How long have the administrator and the wellness or health services director been in their roles?
- Do you accept MI Choice Waiver services or VA Aid & Attendance, and is there a wait for those residents?
- How do you respond to a fall at 2 a.m., and which hospital do residents go to?
- Can family visit unannounced, and who do I call when something goes wrong?
- What does the residency agreement say about notice periods and rate increases?
- May I have the written description of your dementia program that MCL 333.20178 requires?
What are the next steps if I am considering American House Lakeshore?
Confirm availability, read the LARA record, and tour at least twice before signing anything. The order below keeps the state record in front of you before the sales conversation starts.
- Call American House Lakeshore at (586) 218-6228 and ask whether it has an opening at your parent's care level, including in memory care.
- Before the tour, open the LARA profile and read the latest renewal report and the two most recent special investigation reports.
- Request the written rate sheet, the residency agreement and a blank service plan.
- Visit twice - once at a meal and once unannounced in the evening - and use the tour questions above.
- Tour at least one comparison community; nearby licensed options include Beechwood Manor Inc. and Westwood Inn.
- Call us before you sign - we review the agreement and the LARA record with you at no cost.
Who can help if there is a problem at American House Lakeshore?
Start with the administrator, then file a complaint with LARA at 866-856-0126 or online; LARA investigates complaints about Homes for the Aged and AFC homes. Report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to Michigan's 24-hour line at 855-444-3911, and call the Long Term Care Ombudsman at 866-485-9393 for free, confidential advocacy.
How can Detroit Senior Advisor help with American House Lakeshore?
We're a free local advisory service. We can check whether American House Lakeshore has an opening at your parent's care level, compare it with other licensed options in Macomb County, and walk you through its LARA record before you tour - families never pay us.
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This profile uses only public LARA records and does not rate, rank or endorse American House Lakeshore. Detroit Senior Advisor is not affiliated with the community.
