Porter Hills Health Center
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Porter Hills Health Center has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performs better than most facilities. It ranks #76 out of 422 nursing homes in Michigan, placing it in the top half of the state, and #11 out of 28 in Kent County, meaning only ten other local options are better. The facility is on an improving trend, having reduced its issues from five in 2024 to one in 2025. Staffing is a strong point, with a perfect 5-star rating and a turnover rate of only 30%, significantly lower than the state average of 44%. However, there have been some concerns, such as inadequate food storage practices that could lead to foodborne illnesses and instances where personal resident information was not kept private, which could make residents uncomfortable. Additionally, there were periods where no Registered Nurse was on duty for required hours, risking the quality of care. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing and quality ratings, families should be aware of these concerns when considering this facility.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Michigan
- #76/422
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 30% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 18 points below Michigan's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 50 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Michigan. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (30%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (30%)
18 points below Michigan average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Michigan's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure personal resident information was kept private for 20 (Resident #5, #19, #32, #22, #37, #21, #20, #28, #10, #26, #14, #...
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Aug 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to accurately complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in 2 of 12 residents (Resident #18 & #33) reviewed for accuracy of assessments, res...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to update/revise a comprehensive care plan after a chang...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to thoroughly assess, investigate and prevent falls, in one of three residents reviewed for falls (Resident #37), resulting in l...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were screened for eligibility to receive pneumoco...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store and prepare food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. This deficient practice has the pot...
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Jun 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement a home exercise program (HEP also known as restorative ex...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to perform proper hand hygiene during wound care dressin...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0727
(Tag F0727)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to assure a Registered Nurse was on duty for eight consecutive hours a...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (93/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Michigan.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- • 30% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 18 points below Michigan's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Porter Hills Health Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Porter Hills Health Center an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Michigan, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Porter Hills Health Center Staffed?
CMS rates Porter Hills Health Center's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the Michigan average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Porter Hills Health Center?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at Porter Hills Health Center during 2023 to 2025. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Porter Hills Health Center?
Porter Hills Health Center is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 39 certified beds and approximately 38 residents (about 97% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
How Does Porter Hills Health Center Compare to Other Michigan Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Michigan, Porter Hills Health Center's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Porter Hills Health Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Porter Hills Health Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Porter Hills Health Center has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Michigan. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Porter Hills Health Center Stick Around?
Staff at Porter Hills Health Center tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 30%, the facility is 16 percentage points below the Michigan average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Porter Hills Health Center Ever Fined?
Porter Hills Health Center has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Porter Hills Health Center on Any Federal Watch List?
Porter Hills Health Center is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.