Provision Living of Forest Hills
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Grand Rapids, MI

Provision Living of Forest Hills

Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Grand Rapids, MI

Overview of Provision Living of Forest Hills

Provision Living at Forest Hills is a thoughtfully designed senior living community located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a focus on meeting the unique needs of older adults, this community offers both assisted living and memory care services. Residents can choose from a variety of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom private apartments. Each apartment is equipped with a full bathroom, kitchenette, emergency call response system, fire safety features, and individualized heating and cooling controls. 

The community boasts an array of amenities, including a beautiful dining room, a ground-level courtyard, a full-service salon, a computer room, a fitness center, and an on-site rehabilitation center, among others. Provision Living ensures that residents have access to restaurant-style dining with three delicious meals served daily. Weekly apartment housekeeping, linen and laundry services, and 24-hour on-site staff provide convenience and peace of mind. The caring team is available to assist residents with daily life tasks such as dressing, bathing, and mobility, as well as medication management and administration. Social events and activities, both for individuals and groups, contribute to a vibrant and engaging community life.

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Types of Care at Provision Living of Forest Hills

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care
Bed community size
116-bed community Rank #96 / 437Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 437 homes in Michigan. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #149 / 302Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 302 homes in Michigan. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Michigan SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 24 / 100 Rank #487 / 702Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 487th out of 702 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.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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceJanuary 8, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyKent
License NumberAH410381380

Population served

Aged; Alzheimers

Ownership & Operating Entity

Provision Living of Forest Hills is legally operated by PVL at Grand Rapids, LLC.

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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.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 13 deficiencies 10 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (63% above)
• Deficiencies per year (73% above)
• Total inspections (100% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% below)
Latest Inspection September 26, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 138 This facility has 63% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (13 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 63% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 1.91.1 This facility has 73% more deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.9 vs. MI avg 1.1).↑ 73% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.31.6 This facility has 19% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.3 vs. MI avg 1.6).↓ 19% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 105 This facility has 100% more total inspections than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (10 vs. MI avg 5).↑ 100% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on September 26, 2025, identified one deficiency related to the care of a resident’s cat not being properly described in the service plan. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving medication management, resident protection, and safety protocols, including missed medications, failure to address cognitive decline and falls, and inadequate staff training. Complaint investigations substantiated issues such as improper discharge procedures, medication errors caused by pharmacy system problems, and failure to secure alternate placements for discharged residents. Enforcement actions or fines were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges with medication administration and resident care documentation, with no clear pattern of overall improvement or worsening.

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Provision Living of Forest Hills

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Address 7.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grand Rapids's city center to Provision Living of Forest Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.81 miles to nearest hospital (Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy - Cascade)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Michigan

Provision Living of Forest Hills is located in Grand Rapids, 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Provision Living of Forest Hills

What neighborhood is Provision Living of Forest Hills in?

Provision Living of Forest Hills is in the Eastmont neighborhood of Grand Rapids.

Who is the owner of Provision Living of Forest Hills?

The legal owner and operator of Provision Living of Forest Hills is PVL at Grand Rapids, LLC.

Is Provision Living of Forest Hills in a walkable area?

Provision Living of Forest Hills has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Provision Living of Forest Hills?

According to MI state health department records, Provision Living of Forest Hills's license number is AH410381380.

When does Provision Living of Forest Hills's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Provision Living of Forest Hills's license expires on July 31, 2026.

How many beds does Provision Living of Forest Hills have?

Provision Living of Forest Hills has 116 beds.

What is the phone number of Provision Living of Forest Hills?

(616) 319-4860 will put you in contact with the team at Provision Living of Forest Hills.

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