A Faith-Based, Non-Profit Senior Care Network Serving Michigan Since 1906
Brio Living Services is a non-profit, faith-based senior care organization headquartered in Chelsea and Grand Rapids, Michigan, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home health care, hospice, respite care, and low-income/affordable housing across Michigan. The organization traces its roots to 1906, when the Methodist Church founded a home for older adults in Chelsea, Michigan. It affiliated with West Michigan-based Porter Hills in 2019 and adopted the Brio Living Services name in 2022. Beyond residential communities, Brio also operates several Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which support older adults living independently at home.
Visit the official Brio Living Services website to learn more about the organization's communities and services.
Company at a Glance
● Headquarters: Two administrative headquarters: Chelsea, Michigan (“HQ East”) and Grand Rapids, Michigan (“HQ West”)
● Founded: 1906, as a Methodist Church-affiliated home for older adults in Chelsea, Michigan; affiliated with Porter Hills (founded 1970) in 2019; rebranded as Brio Living Services in 2022
● Current leadership: Steve Fetyko, President and CEO (also serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer)
● Approximate portfolio size: 17 communities
● States served: Michigan
● Care and lifestyle options: Independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home health care (Medicare-certified), hospice, respite care, and low-income/affordable housing
● Official website: mybrio.org
Senior Living and Care Options
Brio's communities and programs span a wide range of lifestyle and care levels. Depending on the specific location or program, options may include:
● Independent living
● Assisted living
● Memory care
● Long-term care and skilled nursing, including small-house “Green House Homes” settings
● Home health care and hospice
● Respite and short-term stays
● Low-income and affordable housing
● PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), a Medicare/Medicaid program supporting older adults who wish to remain at home
Brio's PACE programs, including Huron Valley PACE, Thome PACE, LifeCircles PACE, and PACE of Southwest Michigan, are a distinct federal/state program type; families specifically interested in PACE should ask Brio directly, since it differs meaningfully from residential senior living. Families can review independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing options near them on Senior Care Finder.
What Makes Brio Living Services Different?
A 120-Year Legacy Formed Through Merger and Rebrand
Brio Living Services traces its history to 1906, when Methodist Church leaders and local philanthropist Frank Porter Glazier founded a home for older adults in Chelsea, Michigan. In 2019, that organization (United Methodist Retirement Communities, or UMRC) affiliated with Porter Hills, a Grand Rapids-area senior living provider founded in 1970, before adopting the unified Brio Living Services name in 2022. This history spans 120 years as of 2026, reflecting both deep roots and a relatively recent combined identity.
One of Michigan's Larger PACE Program Operators
In addition to residential communities, Brio operates multiple PACE programs across Michigan, including Huron Valley PACE, Thome PACE, LifeCircles PACE, and PACE of Southwest Michigan, which opened a new facility in Niles in 2026. PACE programs provide comprehensive medical and support services that allow older adults to continue living at home rather than moving to a residential community, which is a meaningfully different model from Brio's assisted living or skilled nursing communities.
Consistently Recognized as a Top Employer
Brio has received the West Michigan Best and Brightest Companies to Work For designation for more than two decades running, along with national Best and Brightest recognition in multiple recent years and a World's Best Culture certification in 2025. The organization positions this sustained recognition as evidence of staff stability, which can in turn affect continuity of resident care.
A Dedicated Charitable Foundation
The UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation supports Brio's mission through community grants and fundraising, including a $28 million “Live Life with Brio” capital campaign publicly launched in 2025. This gives Brio a philanthropic funding source alongside resident fees, which the organization has used to support initiatives such as its Exhale family caregiver program.
Signature Programs and Services
Balanced Living by Brio Living Services is the organization's branded, holistic approach to wellness, intended to address residents' physical, social, and emotional well-being rather than medical care alone.
PACE Programs (Huron Valley PACE, Thome PACE, LifeCircles PACE, and PACE of Southwest Michigan) are a federally regulated alternative to residential senior living, combining medical care, therapy, meals, and transportation to support older adults who wish to remain in their own homes. Availability and eligibility for PACE vary by program and location; families should contact the specific PACE program directly to learn more. Learn more on the official Brio Living Services PACE Programs page.
Life at a Brio Living Services Community
Because Brio's portfolio spans everything from independent apartments to small-house skilled nursing settings, day-to-day life varies significantly by community. Depending on the location, residents may find:
● Brio Dining Services, the organization's branded approach to dining
● Green House Homes, a small-house skilled nursing model built around home-like, decentralized living
● Independent living apartments and cottages with maintenance-free living
● Memory care neighborhoods with structured programming
● Affordable housing options for income-qualified residents
Because Brio's communities range so widely in setting and care level, families should tour the specific community they are considering and ask directly about its current care levels, amenities, and any recent renovations or expansions, such as the ongoing project at Porter Hills Village.
What Residents and Families Say
Senior Care Finder's featured community, Porter Hills Village, shows a rating of 3.70 out of 5. With 17 distinct communities and programs across Michigan, experience can vary meaningfully by specific location and care level. Separately, Brio has publicized strong federal CMS Five-Star ratings for several of its skilled nursing communities as of a 2025 announcement; because CMS ratings are updated periodically, families considering a specific Brio skilled nursing community should confirm its current rating directly on Medicare's Care Compare tool rather than relying on a past announcement. Families should review ratings and comments for the specific community they are considering rather than assuming a uniform experience across the organization.
Leadership
Steve Fetyko is President and Chief Executive Officer of Brio Living Services, and is currently also serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer.
Visit the official Brio Living Services leadership page for the complete and most current senior executive team and board of trustees.
Recent News, Growth, and Recognition
LifeCircles PACE Medical Director Named 2026 Medical Director of the Year
In May 2026, Dr. Iris Boettcher of Brio's LifeCircles PACE program was named 2026 Medical Director of the Year, recognizing her leadership within Brio's PACE network.
Read independent coverage from WGVU News.
Major Expansion Underway at Porter Hills Village
In October 2025, Brio announced that financing and construction were underway for a major expansion project at Porter Hills Village in Grand Rapids, following master planning announced earlier in 2025.
Read the company's announcement. Independent local coverage of this specific expansion phase was not located during this research session.
UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation Launches $28 Million Capital Campaign
In 2025, the UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation publicly launched its “Live Life with Brio” campaign, with a fundraising goal of $28 million, holding a kickoff event in Grand Rapids in September 2025 and a second kickoff event in Chelsea in June 2026.
Read the company's announcement.
Brio Reports High Federal Ratings for Its Skilled Nursing Communities
In February 2025, Brio announced that several of its skilled nursing communities had earned high overall ratings in the federal CMS Five-Star Quality Rating System.
Read the company's announcement. Families should confirm current ratings directly on Medicare's Care Compare tool, since CMS ratings are updated periodically.
Brio Named a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation
In August 2025, Brio was named a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation for the third consecutive year, a recognition program administered by the National Association for Business Resources based on workplace practices and employee feedback.
Read the company's announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brio Living Services? Brio Living Services is a non-profit, faith-based senior care organization headquartered in Chelsea and Grand Rapids, Michigan, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, home health, hospice, and PACE programs across Michigan.
Where is Brio Living Services headquartered? Brio Living Services maintains two administrative headquarters: one in Chelsea, Michigan, and one in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Was Brio Living Services known by a different name before? Yes. Brio Living Services was formerly known as UMRC-Porter Hills, formed when United Methodist Retirement Communities (founded in 1906) affiliated with Porter Hills (founded in 1970) in 2019. The organization adopted the Brio Living Services name in 2022.
Who leads Brio Living Services? Brio Living Services is led by President and CEO Steve Fetyko, who is currently also serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer.
How many communities does Brio Living Services operate? Senior Care Finder's listing shows 17 communities, all in Michigan.
What care options does Brio Living Services offer? Depending on the community or program, Brio offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home health care, hospice, respite care, affordable housing, and PACE programs.
What is PACE, and does Brio Living Services offer it? PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a Medicare/Medicaid program that supports older adults who wish to remain living at home. Brio operates several PACE programs, including Huron Valley PACE, Thome PACE, LifeCircles PACE, and PACE of Southwest Michigan.
Does every Brio community offer the same services? No. Care levels, amenities, and program types vary significantly across Brio's 17 communities and locations. Families should confirm current offerings with the specific community or program.
What do reviews say about Brio Living Services? Senior Care Finder's featured community, Porter Hills Village, shows a rating of 3.70 out of 5. Given the size and variety of Brio's portfolio, families should review ratings and comments for the specific community they are considering.
How can someone find a Brio Living Services location or schedule a tour? Families can search Brio Living Services locations on Senior Care Finder or contact a specific property directly through its Senior Care Finder listing to ask about availability and schedule a tour.
Explore Brio Living Services
Choosing a senior living community or care program is a personal decision shaped by care needs, location, and budget. View Brio Living Services communities on Senior Care Finder to compare individual locations, care options, and reviews.
Because Brio's portfolio spans residential communities, home-based services, and PACE programs, families are encouraged to confirm which specific type of program or community best fits their needs, compare options, and visit in person before making a final decision.
Brio Living Services is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual communities, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.
Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed July 2026.
