Compare Independent Living around Kalamazoo (Metro Area)
| StoryPoint Portage | IL AL MC | Portage (West Portage) | 40
Facility
40
MI AVG
75
Rank
#290 / 435 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
MI AVG
39
Rank
#614 / 703 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 39
Facility
39
MI AVG
22
Rank
#13 / 182 | A+ | 6 | 12
Facility
12
MI AVG
8
Rank
#253 / 342 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#231 / 342 | Senior Living Portage, LLC |
| Vibrant Life Senior Living | IL AL MC | Kalamazoo (Arcadia) | 20
Facility
20
MI AVG
75
Rank
#332 / 435 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
MI AVG
39
Rank
#328 / 703 | Suite | - | - | 7 | 6
Facility
6
MI AVG
8
Rank
#177 / 342 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#138 / 342 | New Friends Dementia Community, LLC |
| StoryPoint Kalamazoo | IL NH MC | Kalamazoo (Oshtemo Charter Township) | 291
Facility
291
MI AVG
75
Rank
#3 / 435 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
MI AVG
39
Rank
#488 / 703 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 39
Facility
39
MI AVG
22
Rank
#13 / 182 | A+ | - | - | - | - |
| Friendship Village – Kalamazoo | IL AL MC NH | Kalamazoo | 57
Facility
57
MI AVG
75
Rank
#255 / 435 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
MI AVG
39
Rank
#636 / 703 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 51
Facility
51
MI AVG
22
Rank
#3 / 182 | A+ | 4 | 21
Facility
21
MI AVG
8
Rank
#298 / 342 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#326 / 342 | - |
| Park Village Pines | IL AL HC MC RC | Kalamazoo (Central Business District) | 135
Facility
135
MI AVG
75
Rank
#50 / 435 | No |
91
Facility
91
MI AVG
39
Rank
#9 / 703 | - | 42
Facility
42
MI AVG
22
Rank
#10 / 182 | A+ | 7 | 2
Facility
2
MI AVG
8
Rank
#98 / 342 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#71 / 342 | - |
| A Global Homecare LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | A Global Homecare LLC |
| Academy Assisted Living | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Precious Care Assisted Living, LLC |
| Adella's Place | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Re'Ella Burrell |
| Alamo | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Almena Drive AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Amare Home Care | RC | Kalamazoo | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Garrett, Takeema |
| Amazing Grace Home, LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Amazing Grace Home, LLC |
| Anikare | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Yvonne Aninure |
| Beacon Home at Al Sabo | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home at Interlochen | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home at Kal-Haven | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home At Kalamazoo | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home at Kobza | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home At Ravine | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home at River Run | RC | Kalamazoo | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | DuNord, Inc |
| Beacon Home at Sprinkle | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Beacon Home at Wolf Lake | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc. |
| Big Rock Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Cornerstone AFC, LLC |
| Bronson Circle | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Burrell AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Re'Ella Burrell |
| Butterfly Oasis | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Butterfly Oasis, LLC |
| Caring Hands | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Re'Ella Burrell |
| Caring Hearts AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Phillis Njoroge and Jacob Mwania |
| CenterPointe Recovery Center | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services |
| CLO/Darmo St Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Closer To Home LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Closer to Home LLC |
| Colemanz AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jesselyn Coleman and Kenyatta Coleman |
| Community Living Options/Old Log Trail Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Comstock Assisted Living | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Precious Care Assisted Living, LLC |
| Cornerstone | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Cornerstone II Inc |
| Cornerstone House | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Cornerstone II Inc |
| Crestwood Manor | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Crestwood Manor LLC |
| D Avenue | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Darby Lane | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Eden Haven LLC |
| David Dewayne Manor | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Sheniko Holiday |
| Docate Manor | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Docate Homes, LLC |
| Edgemoor | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Ideal Treasure Care AFC LLC |
| Embraced Residential Living LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Embraced Residential Living LLC |
| Fair Oaks | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Farrell | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Golden AFC Homes, Denway | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Golden AFC Homes LLC |
| Good Samaritan West G. Ave | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Good Samaritan Specialized Care, LLC |
| Grace Valley | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Grace Valley, LLC |
| Greater Heights Adult Foster Care | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Roland Awolope |
| Growing Grace | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Hermenitt, Katherine & Bryan |
| Healing Together LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Healing Together LLC |
| Heritage homes afc | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Bolaji Inuolaji |
| HNRS - Eastwood House | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Hope Network Rehabilitation Serv |
| HNRS - Southwood House | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Hope Network Rehabilitation Serv |
| Hoard Manor | RC | Kalamazoo | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Imani Home AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mercy Homes Assisted Living LLC |
| Lands End | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Lenora Afc | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Slim Haven, LLC |
| Lenora AFC 2 | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | LMA Homes LLC |
| Litchfield | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| LMA Cork | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | LMA Homes LLC |
| LMA Fellows | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | LMA Homes LLC |
| Love Haven AFC LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Love Haven AFC LLC |
| Mandigo AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Meadowcroft | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Meilland Square Memory Care | — | Kalamazoo | 22 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Heritage Community of Kalamazoo |
| Mercy Homes Assisted Living | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mercy Homes Assisted Living LLC |
| Misty Creek | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Mohney 1 AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mohney 1 and 2 AFC Corp. |
| Mohney 2 AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mohney 1 and 2 AFC Corp. |
| Nyumbani AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Esther Mulili and Emmanuel Mulili |
| Oak Creek Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Park Place Living Centre #D | RC | Kalamazoo | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pleasant Homes I L.L.C. |
| Park Place Senior Living A | RC | Kalamazoo | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Park Place OPCO LLC |
| Park Place Senior Living B | RC | Kalamazoo | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Park Place OPCO LLC |
| Park Place Senior Living D | RC | Kalamazoo | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Park Place OPCO LLC |
| Phillips AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | William Phillips and Christine Phillips |
| Pine Way Group | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mark Frank |
| Portage Road Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Precious Care Assisted Living | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Precious Care Assisted Living, LLC |
| Radiant Adult Foster Care | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Awolope, Roland |
| Stone Home Partners 1 | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Stone Home Partners |
| Sue's Loving Care | RC | Kalamazoo | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Dornan, Susan |
| Suji Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Frida Reuben Boyd |
| Suji Home 5 | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Suji Home LLC |
| Suji Home 6 | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Suji Home LLC |
| Suji Home 7 | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Suji Home LLC |
| Tender Living Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Tender Living Home LLC |
| The Homestead | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Stevens, Julie |
| The Lighthouse AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Maria Davis |
| Tina's AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Tina Lee |
| Transitions of Kalamazoo | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Community Living Options |
| Trinity AFC, LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Trinity AFC, LLC |
| Veteran's H.O.P.E. | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Good Samaritan Specialized Care, LLC |
| Vibrant Life Senior Living Kalamazoo Lodge 2 | RC | Kalamazoo | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | New Friends Dementia Community, LLC |
| Vibrant Life Senior Living Kalamazoo Lodge 3 | RC | Kalamazoo | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | New Friends Dementia Community, LLC |
| Warming Hearts Adult Foster Care Home | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jones, Tesia |
| Warming Hearts AFC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jones, Tesia |
| Willow Creek | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| Wisner House | RC | Kalamazoo | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Residential Opportunities, Inc. |
| You're Always At Home #3 AFC LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | You're Always At Home AFC LLC |
| You're Always At Home AFC #2 | RC | Kalamazoo | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | You're Always At Home AFC LLC |
| Zimshine LLC | RC | Kalamazoo | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Zimshine LLC |
Overview of Storypoint Portage
Situated in the heart of Portage, Michigan, Storypoint Portage is a vibrant senior living community providing a comprehensive range of services, including independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. Designed to enhance the retirement experience, this community offers a wealth of opportunities for seniors to embrace an enriching lifestyle.
Storypoint Portage ensures residents have easy access to an array of community amenities. Daily errands become effortless with grocery stores, banks, and pharmacies conveniently located nearby. For outings with loved ones, residents can explore local shopping centers, unwind in picturesque parks, or indulge in delectable dining experiences at the numerous restaurants in the area. With a host of options just moments away, every day holds the potential for new adventures and cherished moments.
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.
Overview of Storypoint Kalamazoo
StoryPoint recognizes that every resident has their own unique needs. This is why they ensure that all of their staff are professionally trained to handle almost any kind of task and assistance that is being requested by the residents. At StoryPoint, residents are guaranteed professional care services that can make their senior years easier.
Aside from the support, care, and assistance that the staff can provide, the facility also hosts an array of events and activities. These activities are intended to make the residents enjoy their time here at StoryPoint. Whether it’s fun or care that your seniors in the family are seeking, StoryPoint is their place to be.
Overview of Friendship Village – Kalamazoo
Friendship Village offers gorgeous amenities, specifically well-designed suites to ensure that the residents are enjoying and relaxed during their stay here. They offer flexible care plans so it can be adjusted depending on the comfort and needs of the residents. At Friendship Village, the staff are professionally-trained, providing all the assistance that the residents need.
The facility gives the standard assistance and services to its residents. However, aside from that, the facility also hosts several events and activities. This ensures that the residents are kept engaged and will enjoy their stay during their retirement. For those seeking flexibility and comfort for their senior loved ones, then Friendship Village is the place for you.
Overview of Park Village Pines
Park Village Pines is a 135-bed community at 2920 Crystal Lane in Kalamazoo, operated by The Kalamazoo Area Christian Retirement Association, a nonprofit faith-based organization.
Services include assisted living, independent living, memory care, light assisted living, specialized care, and short-term stay with respite care. Administrator David J. Bos leads operations.
The facility has operated for 42 years, ranked 9th statewide for longevity. Walk score is 91, ranked 9th statewide. BBB rating is A+ accredited. License.
The inspection record spans 21 years and shows exceptional compliance.
Original licensing in 2005 found substantial compliance. The facility managed multiple capacity expansions in 2011, 2014, and later reductions in 2022 without deficiencies documented at those transitions.
March 2023 renewal found zero deficiencies.
April 2024 renewal documented two deficiencies. An unlocked medication cart posed risk to residents with cognitive impairment. Food items lacked open dates, rendering safety for consumption undeterminable.
October 2024 inspection approving a capacity reduction from 155 to 135 beds found zero deficiencies, suggesting corrective action occurred.
Religious services and faith-based programming are central to the facility’s identity and operation. Daily devotions and Sunday worship services are offered. Prayer network programming, volunteer opportunities, and community giving programs are available. Daily activity events and programs are structured around resident interests and engagement.
The physical setting is exceptional. Walk score of 91 places the facility in Kalamazoo’s central business district where daily errands require no car and essential services are within walking distance. This is material for residents valuing community access and independence.
The facility’s 42-year operating history without serious compliance violations reflects institutional stability. Staff turnover and management continuity appear stable. The two minor deficiencies in April 2024 were corrected within six months based on subsequent clean inspection. No fines, enforcement actions, or complaint investigations appear in available records.
Park Village Pines is suited for residents seeking assisted living, independent living, or memory care with integrated faith-based programming, community engagement, and exceptional walkability.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Kalamazoo, MI
What is the average cost of independent living in Kalamazoo, MI?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Kalamazoo, MI is approximately $1,829. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Kalamazoo, MI?
Independent living in Kalamazoo, MI typically ranges from $412 - $4,317 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Kalamazoo, MI?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 15 licensed independent living communities in Kalamazoo, MI.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 5 independent living communities in Kalamazoo, MI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Kalamazoo, MI?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Kalamazoo, MI, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Kalamazoo, MI?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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