C

The Timbers of Cass County

55432 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
Score: 65 / 100

The Timbers Of Cass County is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 65/100. Located in Dowagiac, Michigan, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.

With 3.36 total nurse hours per resident per day, The Timbers Of Cass County falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 43 deficiencies at The Timbers Of Cass County. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.36 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.66 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.58 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.12 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.95 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.51 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

43
Total Deficiencies
Mar 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 43 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0680 Severity E
    Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
    Mar 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0679 Severity D
    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    Mar 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Mar 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Mar 11, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Oct 30, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 5.9% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.2% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 12.2% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 11.1% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 8.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 65 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
108
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Oct 30, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
18