Better Life AFC

    4444 Lincoln St, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125

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      Better Life AFC is located at 4444 Lincoln St, Dearborn Heights, MI, 48125.

      About Better Life AFC

      Better Life AFC sits at 4444 Lincoln Street in Dearborn Heights, MI, and offers a calm, family-like home for older adults who want a safe and caring place filled with support and friendly faces, and you'll find that the staff is always trained and helpful, with experience in adult foster care and assisted living. The home isn't too big, so residents can build strong bonds with caregivers and neighbors, while getting help with daily activities from staff who assist with things like medication reminders, dressing, bathing, and grooming, plus they help with cooking and cleaning, too, which can be a real relief for families and residents. There's a big focus on independence and well-being here, so residents have the space to do what they still can for themselves, but support is always nearby, and the staff work with personalized care plans to meet each person's needs, whether that's skilled nursing for complex health needs, wound care, or just some extra supervision.

      The home supports people at different care levels, from independent and assisted living all the way to memory care for folks with dementia, with secure areas and programs designed to help memory and stop wandering, while incontinence care and respite care are available if families need a break or if someone's health changes. Better Life AFC also works as a board and care home, which means it provides daily care for a small group of residents in a quieter, more homey setting, making it a good fit for seniors who don't want a busy or crowded place. Everyone's encouraged to make their own studio space feel like home, bringing in favorite furniture and decorations, and the home itself is accessible, so you'll see features for people with mobility needs along with amenities like high-speed internet, transportation, parking, and even a Christian center if that's important.

      Residents can join in social, educational, and fun activities, with a full calendar meant to boost health and happiness, and the staff try to help people keep up with old hobbies or learn something new, which adds a sense of purpose and connection. The home's also close to shopping, restaurants, parks, hospitals, and doctors, so it's easier for families to visit and for residents to stay active in the local community. For those with special needs, programs like D and P Special Needs Center, Houston Special Needs Center, and Wendy Manor offer more focused care and attention. The facility keeps high marks from families and residents alike, scoring 9.9 out of 10 in reviews, which suggests people generally feel comfortable and looked after. Better Life AFC also has adult day care options and caregiver support, so it really tries to offer different kinds of help for changing needs, giving older adults a place to age in place comfortably, safely, and with a team that cares about their quality of life.

      People often ask...

      Better Life AFC offers board and care.

      The full address for this community is 4444 Lincoln St, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125.

      No, Better Life AFC does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

      Safety & Compliance

      In Michigan, the Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) licenses adult foster care homes and homes for the aged, conducting renewal inspections and complaint investigations and publishing the resulting reports.

      License numberAS820291750
      StatusActive
      Facility typeAdult Small Group Home (capacity 1-6)
      License classRegular
      Capacity3 residents
      LicenseeBetter Life Residential Care Inc
      Care servedMentally Ill
      EffectiveMay 27th, 2026
      ExpiresMay 26th, 2028
      Special certificationMentally Ill
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      Inspection Reports

      2

      Reports

      2

      Citations

      0

      Complaints

      19

      Years

      23 Jun 2024Renewal
      Identified violations for missing TB tests for direct care staff. Missing annual health reviews for staff were also noted.
      • R 400.14205Tuberculosis testing
      • R 400.14205Annual health status review
      23 Oct 2007Initial
      Found substantial compliance and issued a temporary license for up to 3 residents.

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