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The Laurels of Kent

350 N Center St, Lowell, MI 49331
Score: 39 / 100

The Laurels Of Kent has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 39/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Michigan. Families considering this Lowell facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.

With 2.95 total nurse hours per resident per day, The Laurels Of Kent falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 44 deficiencies at The Laurels Of Kent. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.95 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.43 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.62 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.90 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.62 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.26 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

44
Total Deficiencies
Aug 27, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 43 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0725 Severity E
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Aug 27, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity E
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Apr 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0607 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    Apr 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity E
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Apr 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.2% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 11.6% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 9.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 4.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 19.2% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $62,010

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 39 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -6 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
153
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 19, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10