We found 23 assisted living facilities near Grand Rapids, MI. Read reviews, check ratings and pricing, get contact information, and learn about senior living options, amenities, and events offered by browsing the Grand Rapids assisted living providers listed below.
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Spring Lake Compassionate LivingSpring Lake, MI 49401"Spring Lake Compassionate Living strives to provide residents with a home like experience inclu..." more -
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Freedom Village HollandHolland, MI 49423"I appreciate the great facility The Inn at Freedom Village offers. However, there are not enough ..." more -
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Lakeside VistaHolland, MI 49423"This was a wonderful place but has gone through management changes which created endless problems..." more -
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Robbinswood Assisted LivingGrand Haven, MI 49417"Hi Don, Thanks for the great picture of Mom in her new room. Thanks to your staff..." more -
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The Fountains at Bronson PlaceKalamazoo, MI 49009"This facility had great service. The staff seemed very friendly and attentive to the needs of the..." more
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CaringScore for Grand Rapids, MI
CaringScore was designed to help millions of Americans find the best places to retire, age in place, or receive eldercare. The CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids was based on more than 50 factors in three key categories: health, cost, and livability. By compiling and analyzing this data, Caring.com is able to rate the quality of life you or a loved one might expect should you choose assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids.
CaringScore can range from 1 (worst) to 10 (best), and provides a quick way to compare cities, counties, and even specific zip codes. With a CaringScore of 5.8, Grand Rapids rates above average for those seeking assisted living facilities.
The charts below highlight a few of the factors we used to calculate the CaringScore for Grand Rapids. Choose a category score to learn more.
HealthScore for Grand Rapids, MI
HealthScore, a component of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids, rates a region on a scale of 1 (less healthful) to 10 (more healthful). It's specifically tailored to anyone looking for assisted living facilities. The HealthScore for Grand Rapids is based on the availability of healthcare resources, air and water quality, the overall health of the local population, and other key factors. With a HealthScore of 6.2, Grand Rapids rates above average for those seeking assisted living facilities.
Easy access to physicians -- especially geriatricians and other key specialists -- is important to older adults seeking assisted living facilities. At 261.5 physicians per capita, Grand Rapids scores 18.6 percent better than the national average. Grand Rapids trails the national average in geriatricians per capita by 23.1 percent, with 1, and closely matches the national average in specialists per capita, with 20.6. These medical specialists include cardiologists, oncologists, and orthopedists. The average life expectancy from birth in Grand Rapids is 78.8 years -- 1.2 percent higher than most of the country. The average life expectancy from birth in Grand Rapids is 78.8 years -- 1.2 percent higher than most of the country. and water quality -- another key measure of Grand Rapids's environmental health -- trails the national average by 29.1 percent.
| Doctors Per Capita | Grand Rapids, MI | Nat'l Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians | 261.5 | 220.5 |
| Geriatricians | 1 | 1.3 |
| Cardiologists | 7.4 | 7.7 |
| Oncologists | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Orthopedists | 8.7 | 7 |
CostScore for Grand Rapids, MI
CostScore, part of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids, rates the cost of living for older adults on a scale of 1 (more expensive) to 10 (less expensive). It's specifically tailored to people looking for assisted living facilities. The CostScore for Grand Rapids is based on data such as the average monthly cost of assisted living facilities in the region, cost of living indices such as housing and healthcare, regional tax rates, and other key factors. With a CostScore of 7.6, the costs associated with assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids are generally less expensive than the national average.
The average monthly cost for assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids is $2,640 , which is 19.0 percent less expensive than the rest of the country. Overall, the cost of living for Grand Rapids indexes at 16.0 percent lower than the national average. Average healthcare costs are 5.0 percent cheaper than the national average, and the cost of housing is 45.0 percent less expensive than average.
| Cost of Living | Grand Rapids, MI |
|---|---|
| Aggregate Index | 84 |
| Healthcare Index | 95 |
| Housing Index | 55 |
| Food Index | 98 |
| Utilities Index | 92 |
| Transportation Index | 96 |
LivabilityScore for Grand Rapids, MI
LivabilityScore makes up part of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids. On a scale of 1 (less livable) to 10 (more livable), it's a rating of the quality of life in a region, specifically tailored to those looking for assisted living facilities. The LivabilityScore for Grand Rapids is based on weather, crime rates, economic factors, average age of the population, and other key demographics. With a LivabilityScore of 2.6, Grand Rapids rates below average for assisted living facilities.
Weather is an important factor in choosing the best place for assisted living facilities. The sun shines an average of 158 days each year in Grand Rapids, 22.9 percent fewer sunny days than the rest of the U.S. sees. With an average temperature of 16°F in January, winters tend to be colder in Grand Rapids than in other parts of the country, and summers are often more temperate than other places, averaging 83°F in July.
Local crime rates are another important indicator. The violent crime rate in Grand Rapids is 100.0 percent higher than the national average, and the property crime rate is 75.0 percent higher than average. At $40,304 per year, the population of Grand Rapids earns a lower than average median household income. Grand Rapids has an unemployment rate of 12.10 percent, roughly 33.0 percent higher than the national average. And about 11.21 percent of the population in Grand Rapids is of retirement age -- 65 or older -- which trails the national average by 14.8 percent.
| Amenities Per Capita | Grand Rapids | "Nat'l Avg" |
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| Parks | 1.2 | 136.1 |
| Libraries | 4.6 | 18.8 |
| Places of Worship | 77 | 220.5 |
| Public Transit | 128.7 | 110.4 |
| Grocery Stores | 153.8 | 97.7 |
| Pharmacies | 29 | 13.8 |
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