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Medilodge Of Alpena

301 Long Rapids Rd, Alpena, MI 49707

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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $6,880

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,885
  • Average State Price: $7,787
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Medilodge Of Alpena Description

    Medilodge Of Alpena is a community that offers nursing care and is located in the town of Alpena, Michigan. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    7.7
    Medilodge Of Alpena
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 57 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 4 communities in Alpena
  • Ranking in State: 794 out of 1246 communities in MI
  • Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    The reviews for Medilodge in Alpena on Long Rapids Rd. present a mixed picture of the facility, with some expressing significant concerns and others praising the care and environment. One review criticizes the facility for its outdated and cramped living conditions, understaffing, and restrictive visitor policies during COVID-19, though it notes the food appears decent. Another review shares a positive experience, highlighting responsive and kind staff who provide quality care.

    Some reviews express dissatisfaction with the care provided, mentioning instances of neglect such as residents sitting in urine-soaked clothing and receiving baths only once a week despite the high cost. Conversely, employees of Medilodge share a different perspective, describing their passion for their work, the clean and well-maintained facility, and the compassionate care provided to residents. They emphasize the facility's dedication to rehabilitation and the positive impact on residents' lives.

    Family members of residents have shared both positive and negative experiences. Positive remarks include the facility's uplifting environment, compassionate staff, and effective rehabilitation services that helped their loved ones return home with confidence. Negative comments focus on issues such as lost personal items, inadequate medical care from the facility's doctor, and delayed treatment for infections.

    Overall, while some reviews highlight the caring staff and effective rehabilitation services at Medilodge, others raise serious concerns about the living conditions, medical care, and overall management of the facility. Prospective residents and their families may want to consider these mixed reviews and conduct their own research or visit the facility to form their own opinions.


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    Health

    Digestive Disease Support

    Cancer Recovery Services

    Renal Disease Services

    Palliative Care Services

    Comprehensive Wound Care Therapies

    Infusion Therapies


    Services

    On-Site Salon/Spa Services

    Supportive Care

    Social Services

    On-Site Salon

    Salon/Spa

    Spa Services


    Activities

    Pet-Therapy

    On-Site Religious Services

    Art Therapy

    Music Therapy

    Daily Activities


    Community Amenities

    Manicured Gardens

    Outdoor Courtyard & Patio

    Comfortable Family/Resident Lounge Areas

    State-of-the-Art Therapy Equipment

    1,300 Square-Foot Rehabilitation/Therapy Center

    Rehabilitation Gym


    Room Amenities

    Private Phones

    In-Room Phones

    In-Room Free Cable Service

    Private Bath with Roll-In Shower

    Warmly Decorated Private and Semi-Private Rooms

    Wi-Fi Accessibility


    Dining

    Enhanced Dining with Gourmet Menus

    Dining Area

    Dining Room


    Transportation

    Transportation


    Pet

    Pet-Therapy



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: May 1, 1976
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 132
    Total current residents: 106
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 4
    Number of substantiated complaints: 11
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 2
    Total cost of fines: $16250


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-07-13 2022-09-26 E Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2022-07-13 2022-09-26 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-07-13 2022-08-01 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
    2022-07-13 2022-08-01 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
    2022-07-13 2022-07-13 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2021-03-29 2021-04-07 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2021-03-29 2021-04-07 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2021-03-29 2021-04-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2021-03-29 2021-04-07 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-07-10 2019-08-16 F Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2019-07-10 2019-09-18 D Smoke Deficiencies Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
    2019-07-10 2019-08-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2019-07-10 2019-08-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2019-07-10 2019-09-09 F Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-02-24 2023-03-27 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2023-02-24 2023-03-27 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2022-07-14 2022-08-15 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-05-25 2022-06-20 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-08-02 2021-08-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2021-08-02 2021-08-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2021-03-31 2021-04-26 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2021-03-31 2021-04-26 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-03-31 2021-04-26 C Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Post nurse staffing information every day.
    2021-03-31 2021-04-26 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2021-03-31 2021-04-26 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-03-31 2021-04-26 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2019-07-11 2019-08-16 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-03-31 $6,500
    2022-05-25 $15,000
    2022-05-25 $9,750

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Alpena which is 1.8 miles away and has a population of 10,175 (small town).
    • The average income is $58,084, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 71
      • Low Temperature: 23
      • Average Temperature: 46.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 127 days of rain, 77 days of snow and 160 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.8 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.81 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.22 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.4 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.26 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    1.2 miles away
    Meijer
    1.4 miles away
    Gordon Food Service
    2.4 miles away
    Neimans Family Market
    2.4 miles away
    Morrison's Market
    21.5 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    PNC Bank
    1.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Alpena Regional Medical Center
    0.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    The Drug Store
    2.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Thunder Bay Family Dentistry
    2.4 miles away

    Parks

    Alpena Duck Park
    0.3 miles away
    Alpena Island Park
    0.3 miles away
    Arthur E Sytek Park
    0.9 miles away
    Washington Avenue Park
    1.2 miles away
    Russel T Gleason Roadside Park
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Alpena Mall
    2.2 miles away
    Thunder Bay Shopping Center
    2.3 miles away

    Culture

    Thunder Bay Theater
    1.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    The 19th Hole
    0.6 miles away
    Austen Brothers Brew Pub
    1.4 miles away
    Red Brick Tap and Barrel
    1.8 miles away
    JJ's Steak and Pizza House
    1.8 miles away
    John A Laus Restaurant and Saloon
    1.9 miles away

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