North Woods Village of Kalamazoo
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Kalamazoo, MI
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Kalamazoo, MI
Located in the heart of Kalamazoo, Michigan, North Woods Village is a distinguished senior living community specializing in memory care assistance. Here, a team of experienced and highly trained staff is passionately committed to delivering the highest quality of memory care. The community boasts a cozy, homelike environment, enhanced by a dedicated nurse on-site 24/7. Anchored by the signature memory care program, “New Directions,” North Woods Village strikes a harmonious balance between dignified support and an engaging, independent lifestyle. The community embraces the convenience of all-inclusive rates, ensuring residents’ and their families’ peace of mind.
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo is a haven dedicated to upholding the dignity, lifestyle, and unwavering support that residents rightfully deserve. Beyond providing expert memory care, North Woods Village of Kalamazoo extends its commitment to families by offering education, valuable information, and, most importantly, a sense of reassurance. Residents enjoy a rich tapestry of events and activities, fostering a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. Conveniently located, this community is meticulously designed, both inside and out, to cater to the unique needs of individuals grappling with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other memory impairments.
61-bed community Rank #238 / 431Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 238th out of 431 homes in Michigan for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 34 / 100 Rank #379 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 379th out of 703 homes in Michigan for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026 Expires in 21 days
CountyKalamazoo
License NumberAH390394454
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo is legally operated by Mitn, LLC.
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Pets not allowed
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.
Since 2019 · 7 years of data
12 deficiencies
9 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (50% above)
• Deficiencies per year (55% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% below)
• Total deficiencies (50% above)
• Deficiencies per year (55% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% below)
Latest Inspection
June 11, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
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This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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12 | 8 | This facility has 50% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (12 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 50% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
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1.7 | 1.1 | This facility has 55% more deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.7 vs. MI avg 1.1).↑ 55% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
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1.3 | 1.6 | This facility has 19% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.3 vs. MI avg 1.6).↓ 19% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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9 | 5 | This facility has had 80% more total inspections than the Michigan average (9 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 80% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- June 11, 2025 complaint investigation found Resident A restrained causing bruising, but no violation was established after staff re-education and notification of authorities.
- September 25, 2024 renewal inspection found four deficiencies including missing tuberculosis screenings, unlocked medication cart, and accessible hazardous chemicals in resident areas.
- July 2, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated multiple violations including unattended resident outside, nonworking call buttons, incomplete service plan, and medication administration errors.
Amanda Buhl is the Executive Director at North Woods Village of Kalamazoo. She has 14 years of healthcare experience and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner. Amanda is certified in CMS Hand in Hand training, a Best Friends Approach Ambassador, and is currently pursuing her Licensed Administrator certification in Michigan. She enjoys playing volleyball and spending quality time with her son.
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4.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kalamazoo's city center to North Woods Village of Kalamazoo's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.52 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Borgess)
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Woods Village of Kalamazoo
What neighborhood is North Woods Village of Kalamazoo in?
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo is in the Oshtemo neighborhood of Kalamazoo.
Who is the owner of North Woods Village of Kalamazoo?
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo is legally operated by Mitn, LLC.
Is North Woods Village of Kalamazoo in a walkable area?
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of North Woods Village of Kalamazoo?
According to MI state health department records, North Woods Village of Kalamazoo's license number is AH390394454.
When does North Woods Village of Kalamazoo's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, North Woods Village of Kalamazoo's license expires on July 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at North Woods Village of Kalamazoo?
No, North Woods Village of Kalamazoo has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does North Woods Village of Kalamazoo have?
North Woods Village of Kalamazoo has 61 beds.
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