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Edison Christian Health Center

1000 Edison Ave NW

4.5(24 ratings)· Grand Rapids average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Other
Certified beds
136
Care focus
Sub-acute rehab and long-term skilled nursing
Faith affiliation
Christ-centered, faith-based care model
Family communication
Regular phone calls and emails on care updates

What Families Think

Families describe Edison Christian Health Center as a warm, faith-based nursing home where staff treat residents like family and communicate closely with relatives. Reviewers consistently highlight kindness, attentiveness, and strong long-term staff relationships, though one noted the building itself is dated. One negative review described a rude interaction with a staff member.

The Good

  • Staff described as kind, patient, and attentive
  • Regular phone and email updates on resident care
  • Long-tenured, professional staff mentioned by reviewers
  • Strong Christ-centered, compassionate atmosphere
  • Good food quality noted by a reviewer
  • High Google rating from most reviewers

The Bad

  • One report of a staff member being rude and unprofessional
  • One reviewer noted the facility could use updating

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Edison Christian Health Center is a senior living community in Grand Rapids, Michigan offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 24 reviews.

About Edison Christian Health Center

Edison Christian Life Services is a non-profit independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing facility located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a non-profit organization, the community states that its residents and their well-being are its top priority.

The community describes itself as committed to Christ-centered care, guided by the belief in loving one's neighbor, and aims to provide quality, compassionate Christian care in a homelike setting.

Edison Christian Life Services specializes in short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation, dementia care, and long-term nursing care. The community also offers 24-hour skilled nursing care that encompasses dementia care, long-term care, and short-term rehab services.

Types of Care at Edison Christian Health Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Salon / Barber

Activities

  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Edison Christian Health Center

4.5overall · 24 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (24)

Jay Hart

Jun 2026

via Google

Amazing atmosphere and friendly staff. Would recommend this place to anyone

Pamela Link

Jun 2026

via Google

I would say this place is truly amazing. My mother lives there and every single staff member were kind and caring. Wonderful Christian atmosphere. If I ever need a place where I need to be taken care of this is the place

terrie barton

May 2026

via Google

Wonderfull kind people who work there

Eavee Peterson

May 2026

via Google

They take very great care of my Grandma Mary. She looks healthier everyday.

Keith Plotts

Mar 2026

via Google

My mom and aunt stay here. The staff here are amazing.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 23 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Sep 17, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2025

Sep 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 11, 2024

  • Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 11, 2024

Aug 30, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 6, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 6, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Edison Christian Health Center offer?

Edison Christian Health Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Edison Christian Health Center located?

Edison Christian Health Center is located at 1000 Edison Ave NW in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

What do families say about Edison Christian Health Center?

Families describe Edison Christian Health Center as a warm, faith-based nursing home where staff treat residents like family and communicate closely with relatives. Reviewers consistently highlight kindness, attentiveness, and strong long-term staff relationships, though one noted the building itself is dated. One negative review described a rude interaction with a staff member.

How did Edison Christian Health Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Edison Christian Health Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 23 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

How can families visit Edison Christian Health Center?

Submit the Request Information form on this page to connect with Edison Christian Health Center and arrange a tour. Sharing your timeline and care needs up front helps the community prepare for your visit.

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