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The Laurels Of Sandy Creek
425 E Elm Street, Wayland, MI 49348
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The Laurels Of Sandy Creek Description
The Laurels Of Sandy Creek is a community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, hospice, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 10.2 miles outside the small town of Byron Center, Michigan and is part of the Laurel Health Care Company network of communities. 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 6.7 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 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.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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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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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews for the Nursing Home:
- Several reviews express significant concerns about the quality of care, including lack of proper hygiene practices, inadequate staffing, and poor food quality. Instances of neglect, unprofessional behavior from staff, and safety concerns were highlighted.
- Some residents and visitors reported a lack of compassion and attention to residents' needs, with complaints about the facility's cleanliness, meal service, and the handling of personal belongings.
- Communication issues between the staff and families were mentioned, alongside inconsistencies in the application of rules and regulations.
- However, there are positive reviews praising the facility for its community involvement, including exercise classes and support for local businesses. Some family members of residents have had good experiences, noting caring staff and satisfactory care.
- A few reviews from residents and family members acknowledge the challenges but see potential for improvement or have chosen to stay due to the belief that conditions are comparable to or better than other facilities.
- One review specifically appreciates the facility's response to an urgent family need, highlighting the welcoming and friendly environment provided to their loved one.
Overall, the reviews present a mixed picture, with several serious concerns about care and management that potential residents and their families may want to consider. At the same time, some positive experiences suggest variability in the quality of care and engagement with the community.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 4
Long-term quality measure rating:
3
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Oct. 1, 1976
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 99
Total current residents: 62
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 14
Number of
substantiated complaints: 29
Number of payment denials: 2
Number of fines: 3
Total cost of fines: $303104
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-30 | 2022-09-14 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2023-05-02 | 2023-05-04 | 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. |
| 2023-05-02 | 2023-05-04 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-04 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | E | Construction Deficiencies | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-09-15 | 2022-09-16 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | 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. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-26 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-27 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-27 | J | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. |
| 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-27 | J | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-07-12 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-07-12 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | 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. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-04-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | 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. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-04 | E | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-04-15 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2022-02-04 | 2022-03-07 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-01 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | E | 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. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | 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. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | 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. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | L | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. |
| 2021-06-21 | 2021-07-31 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. |
| 2021-06-21 | 2021-07-31 | 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. |
| 2021-06-21 | 2021-07-31 | 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. |
| 2021-06-21 | 2021-07-31 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2021-06-21 | 2021-07-31 | E | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. |
| 2021-06-21 | 2021-07-31 | 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. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-01 | 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. |
| 2021-01-22 | 2021-03-01 | 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. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | 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. |
| 2019-12-19 | 2020-01-12 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2019-09-03 | $6,633 |
| 2019-12-12 | $13,905 |
| 2021-01-22 | $42,637 |
| 2022-02-04 | $113,150 |
| 2022-02-04 | $73,548 |
| 2022-06-14 | $186,920 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2021-01-22 | 4 |
| 2022-02-04 | 37 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Byron Center which is 10.2 miles away and has a population of 5,822 (very small town).
- The average income is $63,934, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 74
- Low Temperature: 26
- Average Temperature: 50.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 148 days of rain, 58 days of snow and 157 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.6 inches a year
- The crime rate is 3.53 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.38 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.63 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.05 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.58 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 138.0, Moderate Days 29.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 3.0, Unhealthy Days 2.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Harding's Markets
1.1 miles awayDick's Market
4.7 miles awayByron Center Plaza
10.2 miles awayFamily Fare
10.2 miles awayD & W Fresh Market
10.3 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
60th Street
12.3 miles away54th Street
12.9 miles awayWalma at Kentwood City Hall
13.7 miles away44th Street
14.2 miles away44th & Brockton
14.7 miles awayBanks
United Bank Of Michigan
1.0 miles awayChemical Bank
1.0 miles awayUnited Bank
7.4 miles awayUnited Bank of Hopkins
7.4 miles awayCommunity West Credit Union
9.4 miles awayHospitals
Mercy Health Southwest Campus
12.4 miles awayMetro Health Hospital
12.8 miles awayAllegan General Hospital
15.6 miles awayBorgess-Pipp Hospital
16.0 miles awaySpectrum Health Pennock
17.1 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
10.2 miles awayMeijer Pharmacy
11.6 miles awayRite Aid
12.2 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
13.1 miles awayDentists
Dorr Family Dentistry
5.0 miles awayBryon Center Family Dental
14.8 miles awayVan Timmeren Family Dentistry
14.9 miles awayArmbrecht & Wierenga Orthodontics
15.2 miles awayGrandville Pediatric Dentistry
15.2 miles awayParks
Rabbit River Nature Trail
0.1 miles awayWayland North Park
0.3 miles awayWayland City Park
0.4 miles awayWayland Mini Park
0.4 miles awayBysterveld Park
3.3 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Tanger Outlet Mall
9.1 miles awayRiverTown Crossings
15.1 miles awayWoodland Mall
16.4 miles awayCenterpointe Mall
16.5 miles awayFulton Street Farmer’s Market
19.6 miles awayCulture
Fine Arts Center
0.6 miles awayDesign Street Plainwell
16.3 miles awayPlainwell Performing Arts Center
16.7 miles awayJenison Center of the Arts
19.4 miles awayLaFontse Gallery
19.5 miles awayRestaurants
Wayland Hopkins Livestock Auction House Restaurant
0.4 miles awaySalvinos Ristorante
0.8 miles awayBig Boy
1.2 miles awayHing Long
4.7 miles awayMaria's Italian Restaurant
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