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Villa Maria Retirement Community
Independent Living & Home Care · Grand Rapids, MI
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Villa Maria Retirement Community

Independent Living & Home Care · Grand Rapids, MI
1305 Walker Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Villa Maria Retirement Community

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Villa Maria Retirement Community is a welcoming 62+ community set in the vibrant neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI, offering independent living. Featuring cozy one-bedroom and specially designed two-bedroom accommodations, the community promotes a comfortable and safe environment for residents to thrive in retirement. Here, residents do not have to worry about maintenance, with the community handling it.

Residents can spend their days as they please, with plenty of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Dinner and breakfast are also provided for residents’ convenience and to satisfy their dietary needs. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently, especially with its beautifully furnished amenities and friendly setting.

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Years in operation
39 years in operation Rank #13 / 182Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 182 homes in Michigan. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Michigan facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 79 / 100 Rank #35 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 703 homes in Michigan. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
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BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Dennis Meade, Director

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Salon
Spa
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Dining Room
Restaurant
Courtyard
Billiards
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Shuttle
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ActivitiesYes
Religious ServicesYes
Touring HoursMon: 9:00AM-5:00PM; Tue: 9:00AM-5:00PM; Wed: 9:00AM-5:00PM; Thu: 9:00AM-5:00PM; Fri: 9:00AM-5:00PM

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe community offers delicious meals as part of its amenities.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 386 - 900 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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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grand Rapids's city center to Villa Maria Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Michigan

Villa Maria Retirement Community 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).
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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
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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).
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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).
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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

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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.
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16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

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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
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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 Villa Maria Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Villa Maria Retirement Community in?

Villa Maria Retirement Community is in the West Grand neighborhood of Grand Rapids.

Is Villa Maria Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Villa Maria Retirement Community has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Villa Maria Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 67 photos of Villa Maria Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Villa Maria Retirement Community?

Villa Maria Retirement Community is located at 1305 Walker Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.

What is the phone number of Villa Maria Retirement Community?

(616) 459-9701 will put you in contact with the team at Villa Maria Retirement Community.

Does Villa Maria Retirement Community provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Villa Maria Retirement Community is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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