Grand Rapids, MI · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Grand Rapids's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,040–$12,640/mo
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Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids
1950 32nd Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 · Kent County
At Optalis of Grand Rapids, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our patients. Contact us today to learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Grand Rapids, MI, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the Optalis Health & Rehabilitation network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 50 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $136,785 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.88 hrs/resident/day)
- •50 deficiencies at last survey
- •$136,785 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Grand Rapids options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Optalis Health & Rehabilitation
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235458
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,040–$12,640/mo (median $11,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Grand Rapids prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.88
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.49
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 64.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 50
- Federal fines
- 2 ($136,785)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (101 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2026-03-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-12-29Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
2025-12-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-24 | Payment denial | — |
| 2025-08-18 | Payment denial | — |
| 2025-01-14 | Fine | $128,989 |
| 2025-01-14 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-12-05 | Fine | $7,796 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chef-prepared meals
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Private rooms available
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1950 32nd Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids
How much does Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids cost?
Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Grand Rapids, MI area typically runs $10,040–$12,640 per month (median $11,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids?
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids?
Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids has 101 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids have availability?
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids offer?
Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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