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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 30 memory care communities in Grand Rapids, MI using Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MI
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Avg Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Grand Rapids, MI. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Grand Rapids, MI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

Porter Hills Village
MC
NH
AL
IL
Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids Charter Township)
100
Facility 100
MI AVG 74
Rank #128 / 431
No
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 39
Rank #681 / 703
Private Rooms--2
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Inc
Holland Home Breton Woods Rehabilitation & Living Centre
MC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Grand Rapids (Third Ward)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
No
44
Facility 44
MI AVG 39
Rank #274 / 703
---2
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 8
Rank #183 / 330
3.5
Facility 3.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #293 / 330
Holland Home
St. Ann’s Home
MC
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Grand Rapids (Westside Connection)
95
Facility 95
MI AVG 74
Rank #145 / 431
No
25
Facility 25
MI AVG 39
Rank #480 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms-A+1
15
Facility 15
MI AVG 8
Rank #270 / 330
15.0
Facility 15.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #329 / 330
St. Ann's Home Inc
Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Hastings
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
Yes
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 39
Rank #526 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+1
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
1821 N East Street Opco LLC
Grand Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Grandville (Grandville Lakes)
72
Facility 72
MI AVG 74
Rank #201 / 431
Yes
57
Facility 57
MI AVG 39
Rank #157 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+4
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #59 / 330
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #64 / 330
44Th Street Sw Opco LLC
Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Rapids (Westside Connection)
102
Facility 102
MI AVG 74
Rank #117 / 431
No
35
Facility 35
MI AVG 39
Rank #371 / 703
1 Bed / 2 Bed
31
Facility 31
MI AVG 22
Rank #69 / 183
A+4
34
Facility 34
MI AVG 8
Rank #317 / 330
8.5
Facility 8.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #325 / 330
Covenant Living Of The Great Lakes
Holland Home Raybrook Campus
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Grand Rapids (Ridgemoor)
236
Facility 236
MI AVG 74
Rank #3 / 431
No
41
Facility 41
MI AVG 39
Rank #311 / 703
---6
26
Facility 26
MI AVG 8
Rank #310 / 330
4.3
Facility 4.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #305 / 330
Holland Home
Meadowlark Retirement Village
MC
AL
IL
Sparta
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
No
36
Facility 36
MI AVG 39
Rank #363 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed--4
-
Facility -
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Inc
Green Acres of Standale
MC
AL
RC
Grand Rapids (Walker)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
No
44
Facility 44
MI AVG 39
Rank #274 / 703
1 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 22
Rank #138 / 183
-4
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #59 / 330
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #64 / 330
Retirement Living Management Of Standale, LLC
Riley’s Grove Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Zeeland (Zeeland Charter Township)
70
Facility 70
MI AVG 74
Rank #215 / 431
Yes
31
Facility 31
MI AVG 39
Rank #426 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+3
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #116 / 330
1.0
Facility 1.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #132 / 330
Riley's Grove Assisted Living, LLC
Willow Creek West AFC
MC
NH
AL
Grand Rapids (Alger Heights)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
No
67
Facility 67
MI AVG 39
Rank #88 / 703
-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 22
Rank #138 / 183
-11
17
Facility 17
MI AVG 8
Rank #282 / 330
1.5
Facility 1.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #185 / 330
Csm Alger Heights, LLC
The Cortland Northview
MC
AL
RC
Grand Rapids (Northview Heights)
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #328 / 431
Yes
36
Facility 36
MI AVG 39
Rank #363 / 703
Guest Room / Suite--3
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #59 / 330
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #64 / 330
Ahr Northview Grand Rapids Mi Trs Sub, LLC
StoryPoint Rockford
MC
AL
IL
Rockford (Plainfield Charter Township)
40
Facility 40
MI AVG 74
Rank #286 / 431
Yes
21
Facility 21
MI AVG 39
Rank #515 / 703
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MI AVG 22
Rank #118 / 183
-4
2
Facility 2
MI AVG 8
Rank #91 / 330
0.5
Facility 0.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #95 / 330
Senior Living Rockford, LLC
Rest Haven Homes
MC
AL
IL
Grand Rapids (Creston)
110
Facility 110
MI AVG 74
Rank #95 / 431
Yes
65
Facility 65
MI AVG 39
Rank #100 / 703
--A+6
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #116 / 330
0.5
Facility 0.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #95 / 330
Rest Haven Homes, Inc
Boulder Creek Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Rockford
108
Facility 108
MI AVG 74
Rank #100 / 431
Yes
2
Facility 2
MI AVG 39
Rank #672 / 703
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 22
Rank #13 / 183
A+5
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 8
Rank #183 / 330
1.4
Facility 1.4
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #179 / 330
6070 Northland Drive Opco LLC
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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris

Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris stands as a premier choice for retirement living in the area in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a serene environment near the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan. Residents can indulge in exclusive dining experiences, engaging wellness programs, comfortable living spaces, and compassionate care, all within one inviting location.

At Commonwealth Senior Living, residents can look forward to a vibrant social calendar and an enriching activities program. The chef-prepared meals feature local flavors and fresh produce, and each dish can be tailored to meet specific dietary needs. The restaurant-style dining room provides a welcoming ambiance for residents to enjoy their meals. The caring and dedicated team of caregivers goes the extra mile to ensure residents feel cherished, offering personalized support based on their unique needs. On-site professional health care and therapy services are available, along with assistance in daily chores such as housekeeping, laundry, and personal hygiene.

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Overview of Provision Living of Forest Hills

Operated by PVL at Grand Rapids, Provision Living of Forest Hills at 730 Forest Hill Avenue in Grand Rapids is a 116-bed, two-story residential community offering apartment-style housing in studio, one-, and two-bedroom configurations.

Most errands need a car, and nearby walkable options are limited in this car-dependent neighborhood (Walk Score 24). When planning visits, visitors and families relying on public transit or neighborhood walkability should account for this.

State inspections spanning 2019 to 2025 have flagged operational and procedural matters: items related to medication handling, food storage, and equipment security, plus documentation in individual care plans. In findings across this period, there’s no clear upward or downward trend.

An in-person tour by families considering Provision Living of Forest Hills is a grounded first step to understand the community’s layout, room options, services, and daily operations.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and offering top-notch care, Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids proves to be the right choice for seniors in Michigan. Its residents are sure to enjoy an elevated lifestyle as they are supported by expert and compassionate professionals in independent living, memory care, assisted living, and even short-term stay services. The community provides individualized care plans, weekly housekeeping and linen services, and medication management.

In addition to high-caliber care, seniors can also savor fresh and healthy meals with farm-to-table dining, while enjoying a sense of togetherness facilitated by regular activity schedules. The golden years are made even more vibrant with landscaped gardens and patios for basking in the morning sun or enjoying relaxing afternoons with tea. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids.

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Overview of Clark Retirement at Franklin

The breadth of care types at Clark Retirement at Franklin is the first thing worth sitting with. This is a continuing care retirement community on Franklin Street in Grand Rapids’ Eastown neighborhood, and it holds nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing under one roof across 107 beds in a 3-story building. Residents who enter at one level of need can remain as that need changes. The average stay is 424 days, and Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital is 0.43 miles away.

Thirty-six of those 107 beds are currently occupied. Staffing runs 24 hours a day. Total nursing time is 3 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day: registered nurses at 26 minutes, LPNs at 26 minutes, nurse aides at 2 hours and 4 minutes. Rehabilitation services and respite care are offered on-site, and primary care is available without leaving the building.

The amenities here are genuinely atypical for a nursing-level community. A swimming pool and spa, art gallery, resident art studio, woodworking shop, and greenhouse sit alongside the more standard offerings of a wellness center, salon and barbershop, library, and chapel. Multiple dining venues serve chef-prepared meals. Outdoor space includes a rose garden, walking paths, and pet-friendly grounds.

An active resident council meets regularly. Rachel Romero is the Executive Director; Clark Retirement Community Inc. operates the facility. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. State inspections have historically focused on themes of care planning and documentation.

For families evaluating a community where a single move can accommodate a wide arc of care needs, the multi-level structure here is the defining feature. The amenity depth is an added argument for the long-stay resident the 424-day average describes.

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Overview of Medilodge of Grand Rapids

Medilodge of Wyoming in Grand Rapids offers long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services, as well as adaptive healthcare options for maximum independence and comfort. For those requiring specialized care, the facility also provides IV and infusion therapy, respite care, and wound care treatments.

Transportation is made easy with Medilodge of Wyoming’s VA-contracted facility, and residents can enjoy plenty of outings to stay active and engaged. The dining options at the Medilodge of Wyoming are exceptional as well. Experienced chefs prepare savory and exquisite flavors that are sure to delight residents every day, punctuated by the airy atmosphere of the facility that is perfect for healing and rejuvenation.

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American House Kentwood

5980 Eastern Ave Se, Kentwood, MI 49508
Overview of American House Kentwood

American House Kentwood, located just south of Grand Rapids, Michigan, offers a welcoming interior and a relaxing outdoor area equipped with natural fountains and a gazebo. This community features a variety of room and care options in a charming setting with beautifully landscaped grounds. 

The staff of American House Kentwood prides themselves on providing high-quality health care services in an environment of socialization and volunteerism. This dedicated staff is committed to providing high-quality care while assisting residents with various activities of daily living. With well-appointed studios and one-bedroom apartments and large common areas, this assisted living and memory care community offers high-quality living and care. Residents get to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, schedule shopping trips, and enjoy other daily scheduled activities. 

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Overview of Clark Retirement at Keller Lake

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI, Clark Retirement at Keller Lake is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their unique needs around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

A variety of entertainment options, including fun games and local trips, are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially engaged. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy, chef-prepared meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is surrounded by lush green spaces where residents can walk and relax, creating the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.

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American House Jenison

8001 Cottonwood Dr, Jenison, MI 49428
Overview of American House Jenison

Embark on an enjoyable retirement journey with American House Jenison, a distinguished senior living community in Jenison, MI, that provides a continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite stays, and hospice care coordination. Residents can comfortably age in place in comfortably designed studios, one bedroom or two-bedroom apartments. With an on-site team available any time of the day, residents experience nurturing care and support.

Leave the worries and typical hassles of daily living with various assistance services, including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, chef-prepared meals, help with daily living activities, and access to medical services – all right outside your door. Variety of activities, events, health & wellness programs, and delightful amenities foster an improved overall well-being. Residents’ daily living is further enhanced with well-built common spaces such as a library, fitness center, game room, salon, and beautiful outdoor areas.

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Breton Ridge

2772 Pfeiffer Woods Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Overview of Breton Ridge

Create unforgettable moments in your best years at Breton Ridge, an esteemed community in Grand Rapids, MI, offering independent living and assisted living. Alongside beautifully furnished and spacious two- and three-bedroom floor plans, exceptional care is also provided for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy hassle-free living with plenty of convenient apartment features and maintenance services.

Enrichment programs and engaging activities are also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. A health center is also available to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Residents can also prepare meals based on their dietary needs with a fully equipped kitchen in each unit. The community is a great option for those aiming to downsize in their golden years, especially with its vibrant and inviting environment.

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Baruch Senior Ministries

3196 Kraft Ave Se #203, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Overview of Baruch Senior Ministries

Strengthen your faith with the idyllic senior living community of Baruch Senior Ministries providing assisted living across Michigan. Dedicated to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community carefully crafts care plans that best match their specific needs and aspirations. Live your best years experiencing new things with the utmost care and support you deserve from Baruch Senior Ministries.

Baruch Senior Ministries fosters a bright and friendly environment, ensuring seniors have the finest experience within its incredible communities. As a non-profit community delivering care since 1997, Baruch Senior Ministries continuously provides an accessible and safe place for seniors to flourish. Ease your worries and let the community handle your needs and aspirations. Baruch Senior Ministries is ideal for seniors seeking solace in their retirement with its serene spaces.

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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 Memory Care in Grand Rapids, MI

What is the average cost of memory care in Grand Rapids, MI?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Grand Rapids, MI is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Grand Rapids, MI?

Memory care in Grand Rapids, MI typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Grand Rapids, MI?

Memory care communities in Grand Rapids, MI typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Michigan?

Assisted living in Michigan supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Michigan Medicaid cover memory care?

Michigan Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Michigan) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 30 memory care communities in Grand Rapids, MI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.