nursing home in Grand Rapids, MI
Edison Christian Health Center
1000 Edison Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 · (616) 453-2475
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Edison Christian Health Center at a glance
Edison Christian Health Center is a 136-bed non-profit nursing home in Grand Rapids, Michigan (Kent County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Michigan average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 17, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.2% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 136
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kent County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235339
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.65 hrs | 3.99 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.96 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 2.33 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.10 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.2% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 8.3% | 39.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 89.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $29,376 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 136 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 67.8% | 83.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.4% | 3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.8% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.3% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.1% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.8% | 12% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.4% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.1% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 95.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 79.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 83.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 17, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUEMLER, RONALD Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| BAUER, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/14/2023 |
| BEUTE, CORA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/08/2022 |
| BILLINGSLEY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/08/2022 |
| ENGELSMA, YVONNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/10/2020 |
| FAASSE, MARTIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2021 |
| MAST, KRISTIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2021 |
| MCQUADE, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2024 |
| MYERS, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2021 |
| RITTNER, ALIDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2024 |
| THENN, SHARON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/08/2022 |
| VANSWEDEN, KAREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2019 |
| VERBEEK, RENZ Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/10/2020 |
| HEEREMA, ESTHER Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2024 |
| HORJUS, JAMES Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1992 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Edison Christian Health Center's rating?
Edison Christian Health Center has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Michigan nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Edison Christian Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Edison Christian Health Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Edison Christian Health Center?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Edison Christian Health Center and how do I contact it?
Edison Christian Health Center is at 1000 Edison Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Phone: (616) 453-2475.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.