Assisted Living Home

Porter Hills Village

Assisted Living Home

Porter Hills Village

3600 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 View map
Overview of Porter Hills Village

Get welcomed into a world of comfort, enjoyment, and peace of mind with Porter Hills Village, an inviting senior living community in Grand Rapids, MI, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Here, residents live comfortably in inviting and lovely apartments, with high ceilings, large windows, and other convenient in-house amenities designed to make residents’ lives easier. The community offers distinct households for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss, helping them maintain a sense of individuality and engage in enriching routines supported by dedicated and well-trained team members.

Porter Hills Village empowers residents to lead an independent lifestyle while enjoying a broad range of amenities, interesting recreational and educational programs, and nearby shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities. In addition, residents also enjoy deliciously prepared meals, housekeeping, and well-designed spaces, including a library, wellness center, coffee shop, game room, salon, and more. At Porter Hills Village, residents are provided with excellent care and services that empower them to age in place comfortably even as their needs change.

(616) 949-4971

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Michigan average: 3.6/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5/5
Michigan average: 3.3/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Michigan average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Michigan average: 3.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 56m per day

This home provides 16% more nursing time per resident than the Michigan average.

Michigan average: 4h 15m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 100

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Michigan average
Occupancy rate 39%
Residents per day (avg) 38
Occupancy rate
39%
Residents per day (avg)
38

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

6% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 7 years

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 years

Medicaid

37% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$22.6M
Operating deficit
-$3.9M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$22,556,519.00
Operating deficit
$-3,937,667.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.6M
42.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.9M
Total costs $26.5M
Bed community size
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 1 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Population served

Aged; Alzheimers

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
39%
In line with Michigan average
Occupied beds
39 / 100
Average residents 84 per day

License details

Facility type
Homes For The Aged
Status Regular
Issuance January 8, 2025
Expiration July 31, 2026
County: KENT

Additional licensing details

License number: AH410236868

Ownership & operating entity

Porter Hills Village is legally operated by Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Inc..

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building type icon
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Building Type: Two-story

Types of Care at Porter Hills Village

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Inspection History

In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.

2 visits/inspections

Michigan average: 5 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:June 25, 2024
Type:Renewal

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Michigan average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 9
Citations per inspection
3

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.9

0 critical citations More info Michigan average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Michigan average: 1.9

9 moderate citations More info Michigan average: 30.8

0 minor citations More info Michigan average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation Jul 24, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Aug 01, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Aug 01, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 01, 2024
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
Porter Hills Village
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Grand Rapids
251
No
-
1
Private Rooms
Sunrise of Cascade
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Grand Rapids
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Yes
A+
43
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Aquinata Hall
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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No
-
18
Private Rooms
American House Jenison
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Hospice Care

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Jenison (Maplewood)
-
Yes
-
17
Private Rooms
Baldwin House Senior Living Grand Rapids
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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-
No
A+
41
Private Rooms

Places of interest near Porter Hills Village

Address 4.5 miles from city center — 0.78 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Beltline Home Training)

Address 3600 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

79
Total Staff
69
Employees
10
Contractors
17,207
Total Hours (Quarter)
22
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse 11 8.3 No
Licensed Practical Nurse 8 10.1 No
Certified Nursing Assistant 50 8.5 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
69 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
5 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1.6%
of total hours from contractors
279 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 5 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant 45 5 50 10,470 91 100% 8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse 8 0 8 2,470 91 100% 10.1
Registered Nurse 11 0 11 2,122 91 100% 8.3
Occupational Therapy Aide 1 0 1 464 63 69% 7.4
Administrator 1 0 1 458 60 66% 7.6
Dental Services Staff 1 0 1 412 52 57% 7.9
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 405 51 56% 7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist 1 0 1 388 49 54% 7.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 4 4 16 8 9% 1.8
Medical Director 0 1 1 1 2 2% 0.7

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
37 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
16 residents (43.2%)
Private pay or other
21 residents (56.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.7
9% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 8.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.8
27% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 16.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.8%
27% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 12.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.1%
15% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 15.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.4%
59% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 21.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.7%
14% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.8%
16% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 5.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.7%
180% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.9%
67% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.7%
82% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.9%
13% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 15.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 94.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.0%
16% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 82.5%

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

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

Michigan PACE

Age 55+, Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

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

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

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.

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

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

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

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

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

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

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

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

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

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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