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Villa Maria Retirement Community

1305 Walker Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Independent Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,999

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,730
  • Average State Price: $4,337
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Villa Maria Retirement Community Description

    Villa Maria Retirement Community is a community that offers independent living and is about 2.1 miles outside Grand Rapids, Michigan. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.2 out of 10 making it the 21st highest rated community in the city out of 49 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    8.2
    Villa Maria Retirement Community
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 39 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 21 out of 49 communities in Grand Rapids
  • Ranking in State: 613 out of 1246 communities in MI
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews highlight a mix of experiences at Villa Maria Retirement Community and other senior living facilities. Many appreciate the friendly community, variety of activities, and the affordability of the places. Residents and visitors note the welcoming atmosphere, with staff and other residents often greeting visitors warmly. The facilities generally offer amenities like car ports, elevators, and plenty of parking, with some having beautiful gardens and water fountains.

    However, there are concerns about the quality of food, with some describing it as terrible. Additionally, issues such as power outages without backup generators, neglected maintenance, and pest infestations have been reported, raising concerns about safety and comfort. The size of the rooms and the state of the facilities, including the need for updates and repairs, are also points of contention for some.

    Despite these issues, many find value in the communities, citing good care, satisfactory meals, and superior healthcare services at certain facilities. The range of activities, including bingo, sewing, card playing, and exercise classes, contributes to a vibrant community life. The location and affordability of these communities, along with the choice of apartment sizes, make them appealing to some families and individuals.

    Overall, while there are areas for improvement, particularly in terms of food quality and facility maintenance, the sense of community, range of activities, and affordability make these senior living options worth considering for many.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The average income is $52,178, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 26
      • Average Temperature: 50.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 136 days of rain, 56 days of snow and 172 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.0 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 32.1 years old, very low compared to other cities.
    • 4.6% of the population are Veterans which is a average percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 9.83% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 18% Black or African-American, 13% Hispanic or Latino, and 63% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 7.75 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.95 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.82 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.27 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.67 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 129.0, Moderate Days 49.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 4.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Bridge Street Market
    1.2 miles away
    Meijer
    1.7 miles away
    Creston Market
    1.8 miles away
    Family Fare
    2.0 miles away
    Grand Central Market
    2.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    4035
    0.6 miles away
    3817
    0.6 miles away
    4046
    0.6 miles away
    3816
    0.6 miles away
    4031
    0.7 miles away

    Banks

    Chase
    0.5 miles away
    Fifth Third Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Mercantile Bank
    1.2 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.3 miles away
    Horizon Bank
    1.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital
    1.9 miles away
    The Women's Center
    2.0 miles away
    Mercy Health Saint Mary's
    2.4 miles away
    Spectrum Health Long-Term Care
    3.1 miles away
    Blodgett Hospital
    4.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walker Street Pharmacy
    0.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.6 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.0 miles away
    Grand Valley Pharmacist
    4.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Mansfield Family Dentistry: Dr. Bryton Mansfield DDS
    0.4 miles away
    Roedema Kenneth J DDS
    0.5 miles away
    Palaszek Mary K DDS
    0.5 miles away
    616 Dental Studio West Side
    0.7 miles away
    Dr. Zachary Pyles, DDS
    0.8 miles away

    Parks

    Valley Field
    0.4 miles away
    Sullivan Field
    0.4 miles away
    Richmond Park
    0.6 miles away
    Nagold Park
    0.6 miles away
    Lincoln Park
    0.9 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Fulton Street Farmer’s Market
    3.3 miles away
    Rogers Plaza
    5.0 miles away
    Breton Village Mall
    5.9 miles away

    Culture

    Muse GR
    0.7 miles away
    ArtPrize Oasis
    1.5 miles away
    GLC Live at 20 Monroe
    2.0 miles away
    Brush Studio
    2.0 miles away
    L-Loft
    2.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    DiPiazza's Pizzeria
    0.2 miles away
    Westsider Cafe
    0.2 miles away
    New Great Wall Buffet
    0.3 miles away
    Gino's Pizza
    0.3 miles away
    Arnie's
    0.7 miles away

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