StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)

Q: What neighborhood is StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) in?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) is in the Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids.

Q: Is StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) in a walkable area?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the address of StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) is located at 2000 32nd St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508, United States.

Q: What is the phone number of StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)?

(616) 284-5700 will put you in contact with the team at StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas).

Q: Is StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) Medicare or Medicaid certified?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Storypoint Grand Rapids East (samaritas)

Focus on enjoying the best years of your life at StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas), a remarkable senior living community in Grand Rapids, MI, offering independent living. Designed with residents’ comfort and convenience in mind, the community offers an array of apartments with open concept layout and access to convenient services. A chore-free lifestyle is guaranteed with housekeeping, linen, and transportation, taken care of by a dedicated team.

Empowering residents to make the most of their days, the community organizes a broad range of interesting social, cultural and recreational activities. With various exercise, fitness and wellness programs, as well as deliciously prepared meals, residents are guaranteed to stay fit and healthy. The community also offers an array of convenient amenities designed to make residents’ lives more comfortable and convenient.

(616) 284-5700

39 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 27 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. Tim Bryant, President

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 269 / 538 / 817 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

Types of Care at StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)

Independent Living

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+

General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

7.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Grand Rapids's city center to StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)'s address, calculated via Google Maps.

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What neighborhood is StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) in?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) is in the Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids.

Is StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) in a walkable area?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the address of StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) is located at 2000 32nd St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508, United States.

What is the phone number of StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas)?

(616) 284-5700 will put you in contact with the team at StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas).

Is StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) Medicare or Medicaid certified?

StoryPoint Grand Rapids East (Samaritas) is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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