Baldwin House Senior Living Lakeside is a senior living community located in Clinton Township, Michigan, catering primarily to adults aged 55 and older seeking independent living arrangements. While the facility itself is not licensed as an assisted living or memory care community, residents are able to arrange for third-party home health services to provide additional support as needed. The community offers a range of amenities, including restaurant-style dining, a barber and beauty salon, housekeeping services, and planned social and recreational activities. Residents benefit from a secure, well-maintained physical environment, which, according to reviews, is consistently clean and welcoming. In March 2023, the community completed a rebranding from American House Lakeside to Baldwin House Senior Living Lakeside.

Care and medical support at Baldwin House Senior Living Lakeside are primarily accessed through third-party providers, as the facility itself does not deliver direct medical or assisted living services. Residents can arrange for outside providers to supply incontinence care, ambulatory care, diabetes management, podiatry, dental services, and monitoring or care related to psychiatric concerns. Assistance with activities of daily living, such as full support with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as self-care support with eating, can also be coordinated through these external health providers. The facility maintains a barber and beauty salon on-site, and wellness offerings include group fitness and chair yoga programs that accommodate different mobility levels.

Complimentary transportation services are available to residents for both medical and non-medical purposes. This amenity supports residents in attending healthcare appointments, shopping trips, and other planned outings, helping to facilitate independence and community engagement.

Resident and family feedback commonly highlights the cleanliness and positive atmosphere of Baldwin House Lakeside, as well as the helpfulness and caring nature of the staff. Housekeeping and the general upkeep of the facility receive favorable comments. Communication regarding residents’ well-being is frequently noted, with some families mentioning specific staff members who provide attentive support. Concerns have been raised about the variety and quality of food, particularly regarding meal options and temperature when meals are delivered to rooms. Mixed reviews have also surfaced regarding activities, with some residents noting occasional inconsistencies with scheduled options, although families acknowledge adjustments made for safety during the Covid-19 pandemic. While some anxieties have been expressed about adherence to CDC protocols and administrative changes, the overall sentiment emphasizes satisfaction with resident care, value, and the welcoming environment—while identifying food quality and consistency of activities as areas where the community could improve.

Costs at this community start at $1,895 and range up to $7,665. The average price in the community is $4,780, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,971. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.