Senior Living in Fort Gratiot, Michigan

Lakeshore Woods offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care on a seven-acre campus near Port Huron. Explore the living option that fits your family’s current needs and see the community in person.

Proudly serving Fort Gratiot, Port Huron, and surrounding communities.

More Than Just a Home

Every person’s needs and routines are different. Learn about the three senior living options available at Lakeshore Woods, then speak with our team about current availability and next steps.

24/7 Professional Care

Our caregiving team is on-site around the clock, with staffing ratios that exceed most skilled nursing centers.

 

 

Memory Care Excellence

Specialized programming for Alzheimer’s and dementia using evidence-based approaches and a secure, comforting environment.

 

Fresh, Nutritious Dining

Chef-prepared, scratch-made meals daily including Michigan superfoods like blueberries from South Haven, the Blueberry Capital of the World.

 

Why Lakeshore Woods

A community built around everyday life

Families compare more than a list of services. They want to understand how residents spend their days, who is available to help and whether the community feels like a place their loved one can call home. A personal tour is the best way to see those details for yourself.

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Daytime caregiver ratio

Exceeds the Michigan SNF standard of 1 caregiver per 8 residents

1:12

Nighttime caregiver ratio
Exceeds Michigan’s SNF nighttime standard of 1 caregiver per 15 residents

Independent Living​

Independent Living is for older adults who manage their personal care but want fewer household responsibilities. Residents have a private residence with chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation, activities and staff support available on the Lakeshore Woods campus.

Assisted Living

Assisted Living provides individualized help with daily activities based on an assessment and care plan. It may be appropriate for someone who needs regular support while continuing to make choices about routines, activities and daily life.

Memory Care

Memory Care is designed for residents living with memory loss who need a more structured setting and individualized support. Families can speak with the Lakeshore Woods team about routines, communication, the assessment process and whether the community can safely meet a person’s current needs.

Why families choose us

A community, not just a residence

  • 1 caregiver for every 6 residents during the day
  • Exceeds the Michigan SNF standard of 1 caregiver per 8 residents
  • 1 caregiver for every 12 residents at night
  • Exceeds Michigan’s SNF nighttime standard of 1 caregiver per 15 residents
  • Many staff members have 10–20+ years of service — familiar faces who understand each resident’s needs
  • 30–40% less than skilled nursing costs†
  • Scratch-made meals featuring Michigan superfoods like South Haven blueberries

Did You know?

Michigan law (MCL 333.21720a) requires skilled nursing facilities to maintain no more than 8 residents per caregiver in the morning and 12 per caregiver in the afternoon with nighttime ratios allowed up to 15:1. At Lakeshore Woods, we go well beyond that standard, every shift, every day.
More caregivers = more attention, faster response, and better care. Because your loved one deserves nothing less.
How it works

Simple steps to join our community

Schedule a visit

Come see our community in person. Meet our staff and explore our comfortable suites.

Personalized assessment

We learn your loved one's needs and goals to build a tailored care plan.

Plan your move-in

Our team coordinates every detail so your transition is smooth and stress-free.

Settle in & thrive

Join activities, savor meals, and feel the warmth of a community that feels like family.

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More Than Just a Home

At Lakeshore Woods Senior Living, we believe that a true community is so much more than just four walls. It’s a place where every resident is valued, supported, and celebrated. Here, your loved one is cared for by a team of dedicated professionals, many of whom have served our residents for 10, 15, or even 20+ years delivering consistent, heartfelt care you can trust.

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Under fresh, visionary leadership

"Aerial view of Lakeshore Woods Seniors community, surrounded by lush greenery and well-maintained grounds."
"Senior man laughing with his caregiver in a bright, comfortable setting at Lakeshore Woods Seniors."

We offer compassionate, individualized support in a warm, welcoming environment filled with opportunities to connect, grow, and thrive.

From chef-prepared meals rich in Michigan superfoods to one of the state’s most engaging activities programs, life at Lakeshore Woods is designed to nurture mind, body, and spirit.

Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, smiling faces, and a team committed to excellence, our community isn’t just a place to live; it’s a place to belong.

Questions about pricing or availability?

Costs and residence options depend on the living arrangement, services and current availability. Ask our team what is available now and what may apply to the situation you are considering.

What our client says about us

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After researching, interviewing, and touring multiple assisted living options for our loved one, Lakeshore Woods stood out above the rest! In just a matter of weeks, our family member has come to love this new home and all the staff! We are so grateful to Lakeshore Woods, not just because it is a beautiful facility with exceptional amenities for their residents and provides high quality care, but that we can now rest at night knowing our loved one is safe.
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I’ve had family and friends here at this home, the staff is knowledgeable, respectful and they genuinely care about those who reside here. I’ve been visiting friends recently and see nothing but improvements in the facility, upgraded flooring in the older building, a new cook providing a variety of new dishes for the residents. The staff changes, positive output and support is top notch. I would highly recommend this care facility to family and friends.
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Ashlee Callahan
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My experience with Lakeshore Woods has been overwhelmingly positive. From the moment I first walked through the doors, the staff was warm, welcoming, and informative. The facility itself is clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. Common areas are inviting and well-maintained, and the private rooms feel more like cozy apartments than clinical settings. There are a variety of activities offered daily—everything from arts and crafts to movie nights and fitness classes—which have helped many of our residents to stay engaged and social.
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Tracie Harrington
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The care staff and Med – Tech’s care about their residents and get to know them so they can give them the best care they need. They are also friendly to their family members and reach out to them with any concerns and our great listening to the family concerns . They always take the time with residents and family to lend an ear if they need to talk about anything. It’s a clean nice place for them to live at with fun activities to do. They get three good meals a day. The rooms are set up nice so they have their own private living area.
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Kelly Hoffman
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Awesome facility and very kind workers that try their best. Dont listen to the negative comments they’re overreacting and trashing the place, i never once experienced that and the managers there do their best and theyre the ones that stay over 16 hours to pick up what other coworkers dumped on them in order to keep the place running. Amazing place to work and to send your folks!!🤍
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