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Vibrant Life Senior Living
This community has been running since 1997, on the belief that seniors should be able to live a vibrant and enjoyable life despite any physical or cognitive limitations. The community prioritizes respect and empowerment among their residents as they provide the care they need, while allowing their residents independence still.
Offering personalized plans to their residents, the facility makes sure that they can cater to each individual’s needs. The facility also provides spacious accommodations to ensure that the resident can live comfortably even when in just their private space. There are also daily activities to keep the residents active and engaged throughout the day. At Vibrant Life, residents are the number one priority and they are sure to enjoy their stay.
Community insights.
About this community
Vibrant Life Senior Living is legally operated by New Friends Dementia Community, LLC.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 6 deficiencies 7 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 2011 vs. Michigan state average• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (45% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 6 | 10 | This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (6 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 40% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.9 | 1.64 | This facility has 45% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0.9 vs. MI avg 1.64).↓ 45% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 7 | 5 | This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Michigan average (7 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Vibrant Life Senior Living
3.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kalamazoo's city center to Vibrant Life Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.11 miles to nearest hospital (Bronson Kalamazoo)
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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| Park Village Pines | AL HOS IL MC RC | Kalamazoo (Central Business District) | 135
Facility
135
MI AVG
66
Rank
#28 / 340 | No |
91
Facility
91
MI AVG
37
Rank
#5 / 436 | - | 43
Facility
43
MI AVG
12
Rank
#8 / 264 | A+ | 7 | 2
Facility
2
MI AVG
8
Rank
#88 / 312 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#62 / 312 | - |
| Vineyard Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Kalamazoo (Central Business District) | 85
Facility
85
MI AVG
66
Rank
#108 / 340 | No |
91
Facility
91
MI AVG
37
Rank
#5 / 436 | - | - | A+ | 5 | 1
Facility
1
MI AVG
8
Rank
#58 / 312 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#59 / 312 | - |
| Vibrant Life Senior Living | AL IL MC | Kalamazoo (Arcadia) | 20
Facility
20
MI AVG
66
Rank
#238 / 340 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
MI AVG
37
Rank
#189 / 436 | Suite | - | - | 7 | 6
Facility
6
MI AVG
8
Rank
#162 / 312 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#122 / 312 | New Friends Dementia Community, LLC |
| River Ridge Retirement Village | AL IL MC | South Haven | 20
Facility
20
MI AVG
66
Rank
#238 / 340 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
MI AVG
37
Rank
#409 / 436 | - | 39
Facility
39
MI AVG
12
Rank
#10 / 264 | A+ | 2 | 0
Facility
0
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 312 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 312 | Kentucky Avenue Opco LLC |
| Forest Glen Assisted Living | AL | Dowagiac | 20
Facility
20
MI AVG
66
Rank
#238 / 340 | Yes |
3
Facility
3
MI AVG
37
Rank
#419 / 436 | - | 39
Facility
39
MI AVG
12
Rank
#10 / 264 | A+ | 1 | 0
Facility
0
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 312 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 312 | 29601 Amerihost Drive Opco LLC |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan
Vibrant Life Senior Living is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vibrant Life Senior Living
What neighborhood is Vibrant Life Senior Living in?
Vibrant Life Senior Living is in the Arcadia neighborhood of Kalamazoo.
Who is the owner of Vibrant Life Senior Living?
Vibrant Life Senior Living is legally operated by New Friends Dementia Community, LLC.
Is Vibrant Life Senior Living in a walkable area?
Vibrant Life Senior Living has a walk score of 39. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Vibrant Life Senior Living?
According to MI state health department records, Vibrant Life Senior Living's license number is AL390299685.
When does Vibrant Life Senior Living's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Vibrant Life Senior Living's license expires on December 20, 2027.
Are pets allowed at Vibrant Life Senior Living?
Yes, Vibrant Life Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Vibrant Life Senior Living have?
Vibrant Life Senior Living has 20 beds.
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