Vibrant Life Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kalamazoo, MI

Vibrant Life Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kalamazoo, MI

Overview of 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.

 

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 20 Rank #238 / 340Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 238th out of 340 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #189 / 436Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 189th out of 436 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Large Group Home (Capacity 13-20)
StatusRegular
IssuanceDecember 21, 2025
ExpirationDecember 20, 2027
CountyKalamazoo
License NumberAL390299685

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vibrant Life Senior Living is legally operated by New Friends Dementia Community, LLC.

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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 2011 · 15 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
6 deficiencies 7 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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
Overall vs. MI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (45% below)

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

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 610 This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (6 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 40% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.91.64 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 75 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?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Places of interest near Vibrant Life Senior Living

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info 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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Compare Assisted Living around Kalamazoo

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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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.

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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 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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