Detroit Senior AdvisorLast verified: October 2026 against the LARA facility record
Is Waltonwood at Lakeside licensed in Michigan?
Yes. Waltonwood at Lakeside holds an active regular Home for the Aged license, number AH500285320, from Michigan LARA's Bureau of Community and Health Systems, for 90 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 Waltonwood at Lakeside
| Licensing agency | Michigan LARA, Bureau of Community and Health Systems |
|---|---|
| License type | Home for the Aged |
| License # | AH500285320 |
| License status | Regular license, active |
| Current license term | August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027 |
| First licensed | July 16, 2007 (original issuance date printed on LARA's reports) |
| Licensed capacity | 90 residents |
| Populations served (LARA) | Aged, Alzheimer's |
| Licensee | Waltonwood At Lakeside I, L.L.C. |
| Rule violations in the last year (LARA flag) | Yes |
| Enforcement / disciplinary record | 3 special investigation reports posted on its LARA profile; LARA's file flags rule violations within the last year. No license revocation, suspension or other disciplinary action is shown (none reported). |
| Address | 14650 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 |
| Phone | (586) 532-7601 |
| County | Macomb County |
| State record | LARA facility profile and reports |
What did LARA's most recent renewal inspection of Waltonwood at Lakeside find?
LARA's renewal inspection of Waltonwood at Lakeside on February 25, 2025 cited 2 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 325.1921 - Governing bodies, administrators, and supervisors
- R 325.1964 - (9) Ventilation shall be provided throughout the facility in
Read the full renewal report on LARA (posted March 18, 2025).
What have LARA's special investigations of Waltonwood at Lakeside found?
LARA has posted 3 special investigation reports for Waltonwood at Lakeside since October 2023, covering 6 allegations. Investigators established a violation on 4 of those allegations, and 3 of the 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 20, 2026 | 2026A0627043 | The facility neglects the residents and is short-staffed. (established) | Report |
| March 3, 2026 | 2026A1027029 | Resident A did not receive her prescribed medications. (established); Resident A did not receive checks. (established) | Report |
| August 18, 2025 | 2025A0585078 | Facility does not have sufficient staff. (not established); Resident A missed doses of medication. (established); Resident A did not always get scheduled showers. (not established) | Report |
What is Waltonwood at Lakeside's full licensing history on LARA's public record?
LARA's profile for Waltonwood at Lakeside holds 7 posted reports from 2008 through 2026: 2 renewal inspections, 3 special investigations and 1 addendum to the original licensing study. The license was first issued July 16, 2007, per the original issuance date printed on LARA's reports. The licensee of record is Waltonwood At Lakeside I, L.L.C..
| Posted | Report | Source |
|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2026 | Special Investigation | View |
| April 25, 2026 | Special Investigation | View |
| October 26, 2025 | Special Investigation | View |
| March 18, 2025 | Renewal Inspection | View |
| March 18, 2024 | Renewal Inspection | View |
| December 12, 2013 | Addendum to Original Licensing Study | View |
| November 13, 2008 | Original Licensing Study | View |
What level of care is Waltonwood at Lakeside licensed to provide?
Waltonwood at Lakeside 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 Waltonwood at Lakeside a good fit for, based on its license?
Based only on its LARA record, Waltonwood at Lakeside suits families planning ahead for dementia care, since LARA lists Alzheimer's among the populations it serves. It may also suit people who want a mid-size community; families who value a long track record, since it has been licensed since 2007.
How does Waltonwood at Lakeside compare with other licensed facilities in Macomb County?
With 90 licensed beds, Waltonwood at Lakeside ranks No. 11 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 # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windemere Park Assisted Living I | Warren | 90 | Yes | 9 | AH500315395 |
| The Village of East Harbor | Chesterfield | 86 | Yes | 1 | AH500236869 |
| Beechwood Manor Inc. | St. Clair Shores | 98 | Yes | 0 | AH500236755 |
| Hampton Manor of Clinton | Clinton Township | 101 | Yes | 4 | AH500401685 |
| My Doctors Inn | Sterling Heights | 101 | Yes | 1 | AH500386237 |
| StoryPoint Macomb | Macomb | 101 | Yes | 4 | AH500394648 |
Where is Waltonwood at Lakeside and what is nearby?
Waltonwood at Lakeside is at 14650 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, in Macomb County. Hospitals families in the area use most include Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Henry Ford Warren 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 Sterling Heights assisted living guide.
How much does Waltonwood at Lakeside cost?
LARA does not publish rates, so ask Waltonwood at Lakeside 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 Waltonwood at Lakeside?
Start with the public record, then test it in person. Read Waltonwood at Lakeside'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 Waltonwood at Lakeside
- Your last LARA renewal cited R 325.1921 (governing bodies, administrators, and supervisors). What did your corrective action plan change?
- 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?
- Who passes medications, how are they trained, and how are medication errors reviewed?
- How long have the administrator and the wellness or health services director been in their roles?
- Is the monthly rate all-inclusive or tiered by care level? May I take the written rate sheet home?
- Can family visit unannounced, and who do I call when something goes wrong?
- If my parent's dementia progresses, can they stay, and what does the secured unit cost?
- 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 Waltonwood at Lakeside?
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 Waltonwood at Lakeside at (586) 532-7601 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 Pomeroy Living Sterling Assisted 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 Waltonwood at Lakeside?
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 Waltonwood at Lakeside?
We're a free local advisory service. We can check whether Waltonwood at Lakeside 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 Waltonwood at Lakeside. Detroit Senior Advisor is not affiliated with the community.
