Northern Pathways 2

Is Northern Pathways 2 in Gowen licensed by the State of Michigan?

Northern Pathways 2 is licensed. Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs lists license AS410407255 at 12700 Lincoln Lake Ave., Gowen: an adult foster care small group home (up to 6 residents) approved for 6 residents, holding a regular license from November 7, 2025 to November 6, 2027.

Source: Michigan LARA, Bureau of Community and Health Systems -- statewide AFC/HFA file and facility report index, data as of 2026-10-30.

Who holds the license for Northern Pathways 2?

Northern Pathways is the licensee. No other home in Kent, Ottawa, Allegan, Montcalm or Ionia county is listed under that name.

A single-home licensee often means the owner is closely involved day to day; ask who covers when the owner or administrator is away.

Does Northern Pathways 2 accept residents with Alzheimer's or dementia?

No Alzheimer's designation appears for Northern Pathways 2 in the state data, which records it as serving physically handicapped, developmentally disabled, mentally ill, aged, and traumatic brain injury.

Memory loss after move-in is common. Ask what the home does when a resident starts wandering or needs cues for daily tasks, and keep the Alzheimer's-designated homes in mind as a next step.

What did LARA's most recent inspection of Northern Pathways 2 find?

LARA's latest renewal licensing study of Northern Pathways 2, published December 13, 2025 after an on-site visit on November 7, 2025, found the home in substantial compliance with no rule violations established.

Reports LARA has published for this license, newest first:

Has Northern Pathways 2 had any special investigations since October 2023?

Yes. LARA has published 1 special investigation report for Northern Pathways 2 since October 2023, and 1 of the 1 we read established at least one rule violation.

Investigation 2025A0357048 · published August 24, 2025

Complaint received July 30, 2025.

• The Kent County Health Department issued a “D” rating as a result of concerns regarding the status of the home’s septic drainage field. — established

Read the full report on LARA

How does Northern Pathways 2 compare with other licensed homes in Kent County?

Northern Pathways 2 is licensed for 6 residents; the 198 other LARA-licensed homes serving older adults in Kent County range from 3 to 236 beds (median 10), and together carry 212 special investigation reports published since October 2023.

What should families ask Northern Pathways 2 before choosing it?

Ask Northern Pathways 2 the questions its own inspection file raises, then the cost and staffing questions every family should ask.

• LARA established this allegation: “The Kent County Health Department issued a “D” rating as a result of concerns regarding the status of the home’s septic drainage field.” What changed afterward, and can we see the corrective action plan?
• If memory loss progresses, at what point would the home ask for a move, and how much notice is given?
• What is the all-in monthly cost at the current care level, and what triggers a higher rate?
• Does the licensee or a manager live in or work on site, and who covers when they are away?