StoryPoint Kalamazoo
Independent Living & Memory Care · Kalamazoo, MI

StoryPoint Kalamazoo

Independent Living & Memory Care · Kalamazoo, MI

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.

Years in operation
39 years in operation Rank #13 / 295Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 295 homes we track in Michigan for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Michigan facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 24 / 100 Rank #482 / 674Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 482nd out of 674 homes 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 cover every community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 200 / 396 / 536 / 594 - 626 / 689 - 712 / 852 - 1,100 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for StoryPoint Kalamazoo

1 Bedroom
Studio
Studio
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom

Places of interest near StoryPoint Kalamazoo

Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kalamazoo's city center to StoryPoint Kalamazoo's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.05 miles to nearest hospital (Bronson Kalamazoo)

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Compare Independent 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Maple Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
Paw Paw (Paw Paw Township)
70
Facility 70
MI AVG 74
Rank #213 / 428
Yes
12
Facility 12
MI AVG 40
Rank #588 / 674
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 14
Rank #13 / 295
A+3
11
Facility 11
MI AVG 8
Rank #241 / 330
3.7
Facility 3.7
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #301 / 330
677 Hazen Opco LLC
Friendship Village – Kalamazoo
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Kalamazoo
57
Facility 57
MI AVG 74
Rank #249 / 428
Yes
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 40
Rank #630 / 674
1 Bed / 2 Bed
51
Facility 51
MI AVG 14
Rank #3 / 295
A+4
21
Facility 21
MI AVG 8
Rank #290 / 330
5.3
Facility 5.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #316 / 330
-
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Kalamazoo (Milwood)
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 74
Rank #292 / 428
No
61
Facility 61
MI AVG 40
Rank #125 / 674
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River Ridge Retirement Village
IL
AL
MC
South Haven
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 74
Rank #326 / 428
Yes
5
Facility 5
MI AVG 40
Rank #641 / 674
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 14
Rank #13 / 295
A+2
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 330
Kentucky Avenue Opco LLC
StoryPoint Kalamazoo
IL
MC
Kalamazoo (Oshtemo Charter Township)-Yes
24
Facility 24
MI AVG 40
Rank #482 / 674
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 14
Rank #13 / 295
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Michigan

StoryPoint Kalamazoo 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 StoryPoint Kalamazoo

What neighborhood is StoryPoint Kalamazoo in?

StoryPoint Kalamazoo is in the Oshtemo Charter Township neighborhood of Kalamazoo.

Is StoryPoint Kalamazoo in a walkable area?

StoryPoint Kalamazoo has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has StoryPoint Kalamazoo been in business?

StoryPoint Kalamazoo has been operating for approximately 39 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at StoryPoint Kalamazoo?

Yes, StoryPoint Kalamazoo allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of StoryPoint Kalamazoo?

Yes — there are 4 photos of StoryPoint Kalamazoo in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of StoryPoint Kalamazoo?

StoryPoint Kalamazoo is located at 1700 Bronson Way, Kalamazoo, MI 49009.

What is the phone number of StoryPoint Kalamazoo?

(269) 382-3546 will put you in contact with the team at StoryPoint Kalamazoo.

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