Clark Retirement Community

Clark Retirement Community Offering quality senior housing, freedom from the responsibilities of home maintenance, and the We started as a home for retired Methodist ministers.

Clark was founded in 1906 through a generous donation by Melvin and Emily Clark. Over the years, we’ve grown and evolved, but delivering compassionate care to our residents remains core to who we are. Today, Clark is an ecumenical community, welcoming people from all walks of life and all faith backgrounds. We are a nonprofit Life Plan Community and home to nearly 500 residents. We employ over 400 people committed to serving older adults.

A huge THANK YOU to Katie from Romence Gardens & Greenhouses for spreading so much holiday cheer! 🎄🌿 She generously dona...
12/19/2025

A huge THANK YOU to Katie from Romence Gardens & Greenhouses for spreading so much holiday cheer! 🎄🌿

She generously donated the vases and greenery and helped our residents create beautiful holiday arrangements to take back to their rooms. It was a fun, festive, and meaningful experience — and our spaces are feeling extra merry because of it! ✨💚

Sweet treats made with love! 😋 Our Memory Care residents had a blast making peanut butter balls — and the best part? Tas...
12/17/2025

Sweet treats made with love! 😋

Our Memory Care residents had a blast making peanut butter balls — and the best part? Taste-testing their hard work!

Moments like these are all about joy, engagement, and savoring the simple pleasures together.

Holiday magic filled our community! ❄️ We loved hosting the East Grand Rapids High School Madrigal Singers as they share...
12/15/2025

Holiday magic filled our community! ❄️

We loved hosting the East Grand Rapids High School Madrigal Singers as they shared beautiful a ca****la Christmas carols throughout every level of care — even singing outside in the snow while residents stayed cozy by the fire. Moments like these make the season truly special. 🎄

Holiday gatherings sometimes reveal more than memories. If you noticed Mom or Dad struggling this season, our latest blo...
12/10/2025

Holiday gatherings sometimes reveal more than memories. If you noticed Mom or Dad struggling this season, our latest blog can help you understand what those changes may mean and if it is time for more support.

Because caring is more than noticing — it’s knowing what to do next. Your love can guide them toward the support, comfort, and dignity they deserve. 🩵

The holidays have a way of slowing life down just enough for us to truly see the people we love. When you gather with Mom or Dad year after year, the familiar rhythms of the season often highlight changes you might not notice during quick visits or weekly phone calls. Maybe your parent seems confuse...

There’s something truly special about living in a place where neighbors don’t just share a community — they help shape i...
12/08/2025

There’s something truly special about living in a place where neighbors don’t just share a community — they help shape it. 💙

Our residents love rolling up their sleeves to keep our shared spaces looking beautiful. From tidying up common areas to caring for flower beds, they take pride in creating a clean, welcoming environment for everyone who calls our community home.

But it’s about more than just upkeep — it’s about purpose, connection, and knowing that every small act makes a meaningful difference. ✨

Our residents enjoyed a wonderful evening at Amore Trattoria Italiana complete with delicious food, great company, and a...
12/05/2025

Our residents enjoyed a wonderful evening at Amore Trattoria Italiana complete with delicious food, great company, and a special chance to chat with the head chef! 🍝

Good conversation, memorable flavors, and experiences like this are what make life here so rich and joyful.

Our residents were dazzled as the talented dancers Miss Blair and Mr. Stevens from Arthur Murray Dance Studio lit up the...
12/03/2025

Our residents were dazzled as the talented dancers Miss Blair and Mr. Stevens from Arthur Murray Dance Studio lit up the room! 💃🏻🕺🏻

Their incredible performance brought energy, elegance, and plenty of smiles — a beautiful reminder of how the arts continue to enrich life in our community.

Can you believe it’s already December? 🎄It feels like just yesterday our residents were busy judging the staff’s wildly ...
12/02/2025

Can you believe it’s already December? 🎄

It feels like just yesterday our residents were busy judging the staff’s wildly creative pumpkin designs! Time flies when your days are filled with laughter, community, and moments that make every season memorable.

Nothing sweeter than intergenerational friendships! ❤️Wealthy Elementary 2nd graders came by for their monthly visit to ...
11/24/2025

Nothing sweeter than intergenerational friendships! ❤️

Wealthy Elementary 2nd graders came by for their monthly visit to read, play games, and color with our residents — and the joy was contagious! 🃏

Nothing brightens a day like a pet visit! 🐾 Rafael loved meeting our residents and Baylin made sure he got the warmest w...
11/21/2025

Nothing brightens a day like a pet visit! 🐾

Rafael loved meeting our residents and Baylin made sure he got the warmest welcome. 💙

Goat goals at Clark! 🐐Our residents had a blast welcoming some adorable four-legged guests at the Harvest Festival. Noth...
11/19/2025

Goat goals at Clark! 🐐

Our residents had a blast welcoming some adorable four-legged guests at the Harvest Festival. Nothing brings out smiles faster than fuzzy faces, fall fun, and a little goat mischief! 🍂

We had a special visit from our 16th President! 🇺🇸“Abe Lincoln” stopped by to share the story of how Thanksgiving came t...
11/17/2025

We had a special visit from our 16th President! 🇺🇸

“Abe Lincoln” stopped by to share the story of how Thanksgiving came to be — and our residents loved every minute. 🦃

Address

2431 Forest Hill Avenue Southeast
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16164521568

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