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The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
Assisted Living in Pittsburgh
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
Overview of Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
Age gracefully with Covenant Living of the Great Lakes, a distinguished community in Grand Rapids, MI, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.
Residents will not run out of things to do, with plenty of exciting events and enriching programs for recreation and wellness. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years in one place, especially with its different levels of care and state-of-the-art amenities.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
102
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
28.4%
Residents per day (avg)
32
Occupancy rate
28.4%
Residents per day (avg)
32
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$6.5M
Operating deficit
-$873.2K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$6.5M
Operating deficit
-$873.2K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.4M
102-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
31 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 35 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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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Population served
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Pennsylvania averageOccupied beds
29 / 102
Average residents
103 per day
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceJanuary 8, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyKENT
License NumberAH410236771
CMS Certification Number235614
Covenant Living of the Great Lakes is legally operated by Covenant Living of the Great Lakes.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactTerri Cunliffe, President
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Minimum Age62
State-Of-The-Art Fitness Studio
Heated Indoor Pool
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Steam Room
Wellness Center
Specific ProgramsResidential Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Respite Care
Operating HoursMonday-Friday: 7am-8pm, Saturday-Sunday: unknown
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Room Sizes: 710 - 1,032 / 1,094 - 1,364 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Wellness Programs
Swimming Pool
Types of Care at Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Inspection History
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.
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Latest inspection
Date
August 12, 2025
Complaint Investigation4 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 8 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Total health citations
31
Pennsylvania average 31.3
Citations per inspection
10.33
Pennsylvania average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
25 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 31 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
30 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 05, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 05, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 05, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 05, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 05, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 05, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 05, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 05, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
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RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
115
Employees
46
Contractors
69
Staff to resident ratio
3.97:1
104% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
21
Average shift
7.4 hours
5% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
14,230
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
14
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
68
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
22.6%
3,214 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 40
Registered Nurse: 10
Licensed Practical Nurse: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 40 | 68 | 6,500 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 5 | 13 | 2,316 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 10 | 14 | 1,682 | 91 | 100% | 11.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 57 | 63% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 53 | 58% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 375 | 73 | 80% | 4.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 362 | 44 | 48% | 8.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 324 | 40 | 44% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 320 | 40 | 44% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 269 | 68 | 75% | 4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 253 | 32 | 35% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 158 | 62 | 68% | 2.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 144 | 18 | 20% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 107 | 24 | 26% | 4.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 3% | 9.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
68 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
63%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
58%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
80%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
48%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
44%
1 Administrator
% of Days
44%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
75%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
35%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
20%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
26%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
29 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
2 residents (6.9%)
Medicaid
12 residents (41.4%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (51.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.3
11% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 8.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.8
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 16.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.2%
38% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 12.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.4%
32% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 21.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.0%
25% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
14.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
14.3%
148% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.7%
60% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.8%
68% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.6%
122% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.3%
11% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 15.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.1%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 94.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.2%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
10% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 82.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
73% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.9%
8% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 79.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Covenant Living of the Great Lakes based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
84.4%
↑ 2.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$873.2K
↓ ~$329.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.6M
↑ ~$44.8K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-13.6%
↓ 1.9pp vs 2022
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