MINNESOTA’S LEADING PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT LICENSURE & COMPLIANCE EXPERT

Experienced Assisted Living Compliance Consultant In Minnesota

Helping assisted living facilities build safe, compliant physical environments. Professional guidance so your facility can meet regulatory expectations, operate safely, and continue serving your community.

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Experience you can trust.
Guidance you can count on.

The Source is led by Michael Mireau, recognized as Minnesota’s leading state-licensed physical environment compliance subject matter expert in assisted living.

Michael played a central role in developing the assisted living physical environment licensing program for the Minnesota Department of Health. He contributed to the framework used for plan reviews, inspections, and surveys across the state.

A licensed architect in Minnesota since 2013, Michael brings both regulatory insight and real-world building knowledge to every engagement. His experience bridges the gap between design professionals, facility operators, and state reviewers, helping projects move forward with fewer surprises.

What sets Michael apart is not just what he knows, but how he works. He understands the responsibility providers carry as they open, expand, or maintain facilities that care for vulnerable residents. He values thoughtful planning, steady communication, and practical solutions that protect both your investment and the people you serve.

When you work with Michael, you gain a knowledgeable guide who understands the system from the inside and is committed to helping your project move forward with integrity and purpose.

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  • Teaching Architects Assisted Living Compliance

    "Our firm brought The Source in to educate our architectural team on designing multifamily Senior Living communities with Minnesota Department of Health licensure in mind. Licensure influences not only the design of each facility, but also the process in which our clients need to navigate. Having the ability to help our clients prepare for what they'll need to understand to open their buildings and care for the elderly population has been invaluable to our firm. We will continue to use The Source as an asset to our team during projects and recommend to our clients as well."

    —Sarah Kern, Kaas Wilson Architects

  • Senior Living CEO Brings on Code Compliance Expert

    “Assisted Living in Minnesota changed dramatically in August of 2021. As an owner, operator, and developer, my first call is to Michael. Michael is one of just a few experts in Minnesota with an explicit understanding of the complexities of the new Assisted Living building standards. I am grateful for his expertise as he has protected our most precious resources of time, money, and emotional capital. Working with Michael is a wise investment in yourself and project.“

    — Dustin Lee, President | CEO, Prairie Senior Cottages

  • Consulting Assisted Living Renovation Feasibility

    “Michael helped my partners and me assess the feasibility of turning an existing facility into an AL. I was extremely impressed with his knowledge of all things Assisted Living. He could speak to all local codes and had a firm understanding about the financial feasibility — which is rare!”

    — Jude Homola, Windsor Engineers/Private Developer

How we serve assisted living providers.

Every building project includes a wide range of physical environment requirements that influence how a facility is designed, built, and operated. The Source provides guidance that keeps your project on track and on time.

Licensure Strategy Consulting

Early guidance on license type, capacity, and regulatory pathway before capital is committed.

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Physical Environment Compliance

Regulatory alignment between your building plans and how they will be reviewed.

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Survey & Inspection Preparation

Structured preparation so inspection outcomes are controlled instead of reactive.

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Why early guidance matters.

Many assisted living build challenges can be avoided when regulatory expertise is involved early in a project.

Licensing classifications, building design decisions, and compliance requirements influence construction costs, project timelines, and inspection outcomes. Early guidance helps providers make informed decisions before those costs escalate.

The Source helps you stay aligned from the start so your project can move forward with fewer surprises.

Get the right insight, early.

If you are planning a project, preparing for licensing, or seeking clarity on physical environment requirements, a short consultation is a good place to start.

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