Valley Pines Assisted Living

Overview of Valley Pines Assisted Living

Helping seniors enjoy their retirement life, Valley Pines Assisted Living in Kent County, Grand Rapids, MI, is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that provides premiere assisted living services. The community ensures residents’ needs are met any time of the day with the help of a highly trained and passionate care team available 24 hours a day. Residents are empowered to live conveniently and comfortably with access to 24/7 medical care and various supportive services, such as assistance with transportation and mobility needs, medication management, and personal care.

Committed to helping its residents thrive, Valley Pines Assisted Living provides an abundance of opportunity to socialize, explore, and engage in new connections with a diverse and brimming social calendar. The community works tirelessly in ensuring residents are able to live a fulfilling lifestyle, providing everyone with housekeeping and laundry services to relieve them from the stress and hassles of maintaining their living spaces. Lovely community spaces and outdoor leisure and gardening areas are also offered to give residents a cozy space for socialization or spending some relaxing time alone.

Bed community size
49-bed community Rank #1131 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1131st out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California 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 California 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.
Years in operation
32 years in operation Rank #105 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
25%
Rank #1450 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1450th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California 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.
Lower than the Michigan average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
12 / 49
Average occupied beds in Michigan homes 84 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceDecember 19, 1993
CountySanta Clara

Ownership & Operating Entity

Valley Pines Assisted Living is legally operated by Heinan, James & Carolyn and Happy Journey Sen L. LLC, and administered by Quanying Su.

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Inspection History

In Michigan, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Michigan state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Michigan assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

4 points above the Michigan average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #699 / 1475 in Michigan Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 699th out of 1475 homes in Michigan for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Michigan average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 85 out of 100. Letter grade B. 4 points above the Michigan average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2021 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Citations per inspection (88% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 710 This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1434 homes in Michigan for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the Michigan average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 74 This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.43.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 1616 This facility has total inspections in line with the Michigan average (16 vs. CA avg 16).— At avg
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1113 This facility has had 15% fewer complaint visits than the Michigan average (11 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 15% fewer Rank #886 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 886th out of 1388 homes in Michigan for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the Michigan average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the Michigan average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has had 25% fewer official inspections than the Michigan average (3 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with Michigan regulators. 610 This facility has had 40% fewer complaint investigations than the Michigan average (6 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Valley Pines Assisted Living

Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Morgan Hill's city center to Valley Pines Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Kent County

Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Valley Pines Assisted Living
AL
Morgan Hill49Yes 43 -32A-1670.4Heinan, James & Carolyn And Happy Journey Sen L. LLC
Wyoming Woods
AL
Wyoming (Byron Center Park)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #327 / 429
Yes
35
Facility 35
MI AVG 40
Rank #368 / 676
Studio
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 21
Rank #141 / 189
-3
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Wyoming Care Operations, LLC
New Haven Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Lakeview (Cato Township)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #327 / 429
No
46
Facility 46
MI AVG 40
Rank #251 / 676
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 21
Rank #141 / 189
-2
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #59 / 330
0.5
Facility 0.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #95 / 330
New Haven Assisted Living Inc
The Village of Heather Hills
AL
IL
Grand Rapids (Forest Hill Avenue Southeast)-No
41
Facility 41
MI AVG 40
Rank #308 / 676
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

Valley Pines Assisted Living is located in Morgan Hill, Michigan.
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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).
MI

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
MI

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).
MI

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).
MI

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.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

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

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
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Pines Assisted Living

Who is the owner of Valley Pines Assisted Living?

Valley Pines Assisted Living is legally operated by Heinan, James & Carolyn and Happy Journey Sen L. LLC, and administered by Quanying Su.

Is Valley Pines Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Valley Pines Assisted Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Valley Pines Assisted Living?

Valley Pines Assisted Living's occupancy is 25%.

How long has Valley Pines Assisted Living been in business?

Valley Pines Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 32 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Valley Pines Assisted Living?

Yes, Valley Pines Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Valley Pines Assisted Living?

Quanying Su is the administrator of Valley Pines Assisted Living.

How many beds does Valley Pines Assisted Living have?

Valley Pines Assisted Living has 49 beds.

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