Detroit Senior AdvisorLast verified: October 2026 against the LARA facility record
Is American House Grosse Pointe Cottage licensed in Michigan?
Yes. American House Grosse Pointe Cottage holds an active regular Home for the Aged license, number AH820397738, from Michigan LARA's Bureau of Community and Health Systems, for 77 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 Grosse Pointe Cottage
| Licensing agency | Michigan LARA, Bureau of Community and Health Systems |
|---|---|
| License type | Home for the Aged |
| License # | AH820397738 |
| License status | Regular license, active |
| Current license term | August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027 |
| First licensed | August 13, 2020 (original issuance date printed on LARA's reports) |
| Licensed capacity | 77 residents |
| Populations served (LARA) | Aged, Alzheimer's |
| Licensee | AH Grosse Pointe Subtenant LLC |
| Rule violations in the last year (LARA flag) | Yes |
| Enforcement / disciplinary record | 2 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 | 161 Kercheval Ave, Ste 1600, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 |
| Phone | (313) 939-2631 |
| County | Wayne County |
| State record | LARA facility profile and reports |
What did LARA's most recent renewal inspection of American House Grosse Pointe Cottage find?
LARA's renewal inspection of American House Grosse Pointe Cottage on April 8, 2026 found the facility in substantial compliance with the Public Health Code and Home for the Aged rules, with no violations established.
Read the full renewal report on LARA (posted July 3, 2026).
What have LARA's special investigations of American House Grosse Pointe Cottage found?
LARA has posted 2 special investigation reports for American House Grosse Pointe Cottage since October 2023, covering 5 allegations. Investigators established a violation on 2 of those allegations, and 2 of the 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2026 | 2026A1027033 | Resident A was denied visitation. (established) | Report |
| March 9, 2026 | 2026A1027030 | The home was short staffed. (not established); Residents were not receiving their medications on time. (established); Memory care residents were not receiving consistent activities. (not established); plus 1 more | Report |
What is American House Grosse Pointe Cottage's full licensing history on LARA's public record?
LARA's profile for American House Grosse Pointe Cottage holds 5 posted reports from 2020 through 2026: 2 renewal inspections, 2 special investigations. The license was first issued August 13, 2020, per the original issuance date printed on LARA's reports. The licensee of record is AH Grosse Pointe Subtenant LLC.
| Posted | Report | Source |
|---|---|---|
| July 3, 2026 | Renewal Inspection | View |
| May 19, 2026 | Special Investigation | View |
| April 25, 2026 | Special Investigation | View |
| April 19, 2024 | Renewal Inspection | View |
| August 31, 2020 | Original Licensing Study | View |
What level of care is American House Grosse Pointe Cottage licensed to provide?
American House Grosse Pointe Cottage 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 Grosse Pointe Cottage a good fit for, based on its license?
Based only on its LARA record, American House Grosse Pointe Cottage 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.
How does American House Grosse Pointe Cottage compare with other licensed facilities in Wayne County?
With 77 licensed beds, American House Grosse Pointe Cottage ranks No. 23 by capacity among the 56 listed assisted living settings in Wayne County, where the median is 64 beds. Of those 56, 38 are licensed to serve Alzheimer's, 37 have at least one special investigation report posted, and LARA flags rule violations in the past year at 15.
Licensed Homes for the Aged of similar size in Wayne County, from the same LARA file:
| Facility | City | Beds | Serves Alzheimer's | Investigation reports | License # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bickford of Canton | Canton | 78 | Yes | 3 | AH820395445 |
| Brownstown Forest View Assisted Living | Brownstown | 76 | No | 12 | AH820238949 |
| Manoogian Manor | Livonia | 76 | Yes | 1 | AH820236836 |
| Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods | Grosse Pointe Woods | 78 | Yes | 1 | AH820391697 |
| Waltonwood at Cherry Hill II | Canton | 76 | Yes | 2 | AH820336804 |
| Plymouth Inn | Plymouth | 75 | No | 1 | AH820400729 |
Where is American House Grosse Pointe Cottage and what is nearby?
American House Grosse Pointe Cottage is at 161 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe Farms, in Wayne County. Hospitals families in the area use most include Corewell Health Grosse Pointe Hospital, Henry Ford St. John Hospital. Veterans are served by the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit.
Free, unbiased options counseling for Wayne County families comes from the Detroit Area Agency on Aging, which can also explain MI Choice Waiver eligibility. Compare nearby options on our Grosse Pointe assisted living guide.
How much does American House Grosse Pointe Cottage cost?
LARA does not publish rates, so ask American House Grosse Pointe Cottage 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 Grosse Pointe Cottage?
Start with the public record, then test it in person. Read American House Grosse Pointe Cottage'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 Grosse Pointe Cottage
- 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?
- How often is the service plan updated, and do families get a copy?
- Do you accept MI Choice Waiver services or VA Aid & Attendance, and is there a wait for those residents?
- If my parent's dementia progresses, can they stay, and what does the secured unit cost?
- 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 Grosse Pointe Cottage?
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 Grosse Pointe Cottage at (313) 939-2631 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 The Rivers Assisted Living and Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods.
- 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 Grosse Pointe Cottage?
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 Grosse Pointe Cottage?
We're a free local advisory service. We can check whether American House Grosse Pointe Cottage has an opening at your parent's care level, compare it with other licensed options in Wayne 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 Grosse Pointe Cottage. Detroit Senior Advisor is not affiliated with the community.
