Porter Hills Village

Assisted Living in Grand Rapids

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Porter Hills Village

Assisted Living in Grand Rapids

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Porter Hills Village accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Porter Hills Village

Get welcomed into a world of comfort, enjoyment, and peace of mind with Porter Hills Village, an inviting senior living community in Grand Rapids, MI, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Here, residents live comfortably in inviting and lovely apartments, with high ceilings, large windows, and other convenient in-house amenities designed to make residents’ lives easier. The community offers distinct households for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss, helping them maintain a sense of individuality and engage in enriching routines supported by dedicated and well-trained team members.

Porter Hills Village empowers residents to lead an independent lifestyle while enjoying a broad range of amenities, interesting recreational and educational programs, and nearby shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities. In addition, residents also enjoy deliciously prepared meals, housekeeping, and well-designed spaces, including a library, wellness center, coffee shop, game room, salon, and more. At Porter Hills Village, residents are provided with excellent care and services that empower them to age in place comfortably even as their needs change.

(616) 949-4971

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
5/5 ▲ 1.5 Michigan average: 3.6/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
5/5 ▲ 1.7 Michigan average: 3.3/5
Staffing Info 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.
5/5 ▲ 1.6 Michigan average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5 ▲ 0.2 Michigan average: 3.8/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Michigan state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 14th out of 94 homes in Michigan.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 56m per day
Rank #14 / 94Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 94 homes in Michigan.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Michigan average, with a ranking across 94 Michigan SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Michigan avg (4h 15m per day)
vs Michigan avg
+16%
Staff type Hours / day vs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 8m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
295 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

6% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 7 years

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 years

Medicaid

37% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$22.6M
Operating deficit
-$3.9M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$22.6M Rank #44 / 95Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 95 homes in Michigan.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Michigan SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$3.9M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #17 / 95Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 95 homes in Michigan.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Michigan average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$9.6M
42.5% of revenue Rank #6 / 95Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 95 homes in Michigan.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Michigan average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.9M
Total costs $26.5M
Bed community size
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 1 / 100 Rank #70 / 70Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 70 homes in Michigan.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Population served

Aged; Alzheimers

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
39%
Rank #82 / 96Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 96 homes in Michigan.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Michigan average, with its statewide rank out of 96. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Lower than the Michigan average: 75.8%
Occupied beds
39 / 100
Average residents 84 per day

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceJanuary 8, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyKent
License NumberAH410236868

Ownership & Operating Entity

Porter Hills Village is legally operated by Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Inc..

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

Types of Care at Porter Hills Village

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home

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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.

2 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Michigan average: 5 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date June 25, 2024
Renewal

Inspection Report Summary for Porter Hills Village

The most recent inspection on June 25, 2024, found the facility in substantial compliance with licensing statutes and rules, with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed a similar pattern of substantial compliance, with no deficiencies reported. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Prior reports did not identify any issues requiring fines or license restrictions. This consistent record suggests the facility has maintained compliance over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Michigan average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
9 Rank #9 / 96Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 96 homes in Michigan.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Michigan state average, with a ranking across all 96 MI SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Michigan average 33.5

Citations per inspection
3 Rank #14 / 96Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 96 homes in Michigan.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Michigan mean across 96 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Michigan average 5.18


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.9

0 critical citations More info Michigan average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Michigan average: 1.9

9 moderate citations More info Michigan average: 30.8

0 minor citations More info Michigan average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Jul 24, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Aug 01, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 01, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Aug 01, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Grand Rapids The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

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Sunrise of Cascade
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Grand Rapids (Cascade) 125 Yes 43 Private Rooms 1 A+ 4 6 1.5 Ms Cascade Sh, Llc
Porter Hills Village
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

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).

Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids Charter Township) 100 No 1 Private Rooms 1 - 2 0 0.0 Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Inc.
Aquinata Hall
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Grand Rapids (Michigan Oaks) 45 No 18 Private Rooms 1 - 3 0 0.0 Sisters Of The Order Of St. Dominic Of Gr
American House Jenison
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

Jenison (Maplewood) - Yes 17 Private Rooms - - 0 0 - -
Baldwin House Senior Living Grand Rapids
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Grand Rapids (Alger Heights) - No 41 Private Rooms - A+ 0 0 - -

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

Porter Hills Village is located in Grand Rapids, 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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
MI

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grand Rapids's city center to Porter Hills Village's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.78 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Beltline Home Training)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 79
Employees 69
Contractors 10
Staff to resident ratio 2.14:1
22% better than Michigan average

Michigan average ratio: 1.75:1

Avg staff/day 22
Average shift 8.6 hours
9% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 17,207
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 50
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

1.6%

279 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 5 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant 45 5 50 10,470 91 100% 8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse 8 0 8 2,470 91 100% 10.1
Registered Nurse 11 0 11 2,122 91 100% 8.3
Occupational Therapy Aide 1 0 1 464 63 69% 7.4
Administrator 1 0 1 458 60 66% 7.6
Dental Services Staff 1 0 1 412 52 57% 7.9
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 405 51 56% 7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist 1 0 1 388 49 54% 7.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 4 4 16 8 9% 1.8
Medical Director 0 1 1 1 2 2% 0.7
50 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 69%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 57%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 56%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 54%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 37
Medicaid
16
43.2% of residents
Private pay or other
21
56.8% of residents
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.7
9% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 8.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.8
27% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 16.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.8%
27% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 12.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.1%
15% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 15.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.4%
59% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 21.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.7%
14% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.8%
16% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 5.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.7%
180% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.9%
67% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.7%
82% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.9%
13% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 15.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 94.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.0%
16% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 82.5%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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