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The Whitcomb

509 SHIP ST, SAINT JOSEPH, MI, 49085
(269) 983-2513
135 licensed beds

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Bed capacity
135
State license
XH110411641
Care type
Assisted living
State
MI
Facility name
The Whitcomb
Legal entity
Wtc Sub Llc
Street address
509 SHIP ST
City / state / ZIP
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Phone
(269) 983-2513
State license #
XH110411641

The Whitcomb is a licensed assisted living community in Saint Joseph, Michigan. It is licensed for 135 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in Michigan (61 beds).

It is one of 6 senior care facilities in Saint Joseph and 990 assisted living communities across Michigan. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

This listing draws on the federal NPI registry (NPPES), and was last updated on August 29, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Operator / owner
Michael Beckett
Parent company
Whitcomb Holdings Llc

Regulatory standing

License status
EXEMPT

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
135
Licensed as
Home for the Aged
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Compiled from Federal NPI Registry (NPPES); hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-29. Facilities can submit a correction.
What people say on Google.
4.88 ratings on Google
★★★★★Wendymoongate · 2025-11-25 · via Google

“My 91 year old mother lives at Whitcomb, since 2022. My sister and I love this place and so does my mom. It is a historic beautiful building, right by Lake Blvd. Residents can enjoy walking the blvd where there are art fairs, farmer's market etc. The Whitcomb provides a lot of entertainment too...they offer fun field trips to outlying areas..nature centers, restaurants etc. I even sat in on a harp…”

★★★★★john fields · 2025-11-01 · via Google

“The Whitcomb is a wonderful place for seniors to spend their golden years. Staff members are attentive to each individual's needs and activities are scheduled on a daily basis. Delicious meals are served in the spacious dining room overlooking the St. Joseph River and Lake Michigan. Located near Lake Boulevard, The Whitcomb is near the numerous events offered in beautiful downtown St. Joseph. …”

★★★★★Debbie Boggio · 2025-12-03 · via Google

“I want to share how grateful I am for the care my loved one receives at the Whitcomb. The staff seems genuinely committed to improvement. I see ongoing effort to make things better, respond to feedback, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment. Teri is always friendly, compassionate, and truly caring — she treats residents with dignity and kindness and listens, making them feel valued every da…”

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Federal NPI Registry (NPPES)
npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov
Last verified 2026-08-29
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