Pine Rest Cameron Home is an assisted living community in Grand Rapids, MI.
Information last verified:
6680 Adrian Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.4 from 100 reviews
5 stars
27
4 stars
6
3 stars
6
2 stars
5
1 stars
56
Overall Review of Pine Rest Cameron Home
differentiator7 reviews mention this
Medication help is mixed
Medication management is central, and residents report both better stabilization and harmful side effects.
Several residents describe medication being adjusted in ways that helped them feel stabilized again, including getting back on meds after a crisis and receiving explanations about why prescriptions were changed. Others describe medication changes that they felt were too fast or made them worse, including drowsiness and feeling physically affected by shots. A few reviews also point to losing control over medication decisions or being forced onto new treatments.
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Safety concerns and severe harm
Safety experiences range from feeling supported to reporting serious harm and trauma.
Some residents say they experienced physical aggression in the unit and describe bruising or assaults while staff did not protect them. Others report allegations of abuse or neglect, including complaints that residents’ rights were violated. There are also accounts of discharge decisions that residents felt were unsafe, including a review describing a suicide shortly after leaving.
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Therapy and group programming
Therapy structure is a major part of the stay, with reviews pointing to both strengths and gaps.
Many residents mention groups, classes, and structured programming as helpful, including outpatient programs with selectable classes and inpatient group therapy. At least one review contrasts that with a stay that felt boring or like there was not much to do. Others praise specific activity-focused sessions, while some reviews criticize how certain groups were led or delivered.
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Food quality is a recurring issue
Food quality gets repeated criticism, including complaints about limited options and poor taste.
Multiple reviews describe meals as inadequate, including comments that food was not even remotely good or barely edible. Some residents call out specific examples like an unappealing side or high sodium, while another review notes a lack of meaningful choice at mealtimes. A few residents still mention activity snacks, but the overall dining feedback stays negative.
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Billing and insurance disappointments
Several residents report surprise billing and confusion about insurance coverage.
Some reviews say they did not understand what charges would be, and that bills arrived after care in ways that did not match expectations about insurance coverage. Others describe being told something would be covered and then receiving a large balance. A few also mention insurance being charged for things they believed were not performed.
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Features
Housing
8 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Kent County International (7 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.3 miles)
Meijer Drive Up Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
Family Fare (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
Meijer Pharmacy (2 miles)
Hospitals
Pine Rest: Van Andel Center (0.6 miles)
Pine Rest: Mulder Therapy Center (0.6 miles)
Metro Health Hospital (3.1 miles)
Trinity Health Medical Center (3.1 miles)
Spectrum Health Lab (3.8 miles)
Restaurants
Arby's (0.7 miles)
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
76th Street Truck Stop Diner (1.4 miles)
Craig's Cruisers End Zone (1.6 miles)
Culver's (1.7 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.8 miles)
Peppino's Sports Grille & Pizzeria (1.8 miles)
Transportation
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.2 miles)
Places of Worship
Providence Christian Reformed Church (1.6 miles)
Cornerstone Church (2.8 miles)
St Mark Lutheran Church (2.9 miles)
Cornerstone Methodist (3.8 miles)
Christ Church-Pca (5.9 miles)
Madison Square Christian Reformed Church (6.5 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (2.3 miles)
Real Food Cafe (5.3 miles)
Starbucks (5.8 miles)
Starbucks (6.2 miles)
Starbucks (6.4 miles)
Physicians
Psychiatric Associates Of West Michigan (1.8 miles)
Battiste Family Medicine PLC (1.9 miles)
Mikids Pediatrics (1.9 miles)
SVS Vision Optical Centers (2.2 miles)
Wolverine Dermatology (2.6 miles)
Metro Health Cancer Center (2.9 miles)
Gastroenterology Associates of Western Michigan (3.1 miles)
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The guide outlines the complexities of Medicaid coverage for assisted living, highlighting significant state-to-state variations, limited coverage often restricted to personal care services, and the existence of specialized waivers for certain needs like memory care. It advises families to consult local Medicaid offices for options while emphasizing the importance of understanding state-specific regulations and facility policies.
Medicaid coverage for assisted living varies by state and is primarily available to low-income individuals, with eligibility dependent on strict income and asset limits. Some states offer HCBS waivers for specific services in assisted living, but families must generally cover room and board costs, and should verify facility acceptance of Medicaid while considering potential waiting lists.
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8 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Kent County International (7 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Intimate 12-bed setting with tailored care, 24/7 supervision, diabetes diet, medication management, and medical transportation.
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