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The Timbers Of Cass County

55432 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI 49047

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Estimated Pricing

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Estimated $8,571

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $8,642
  • Average State Price: $7,787
  • Average National Price: $7,508

    • The Timbers Of Cass County Description

    The Timbers Of Cass County is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Dowagiac, Michigan. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 5.7 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.

    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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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    5.7
    The Timbers Of Cass County
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 24 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Dowagiac
  • Ranking in State: 1144 out of 1246 communities in MI

    • Facility and Grounds A

    Staff B

    Review Summary

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

    Summary of Reviews for Timbers Senior Living Facility:

    • Several reviews express significant dissatisfaction with the facility, citing poor management, lack of care, and mistreatment of residents. Concerns include residents being left alone, not being fed properly, and overall neglect.
    • Complaints about the facility's policies and staff behavior, including insensitivity, disrespect, and even allegations of theft and abuse, were mentioned.
    • On the positive side, some reviews highlight the dedication and hard work of the staff, including nurses, receptionists, and the activities department. Positive experiences with the facility's community and the range of activities available for residents were also noted.
    • A few reviewers specifically commend the facility for its improvements, professional and friendly staff, and the quality of care provided to their loved ones.
    • However, the negative reviews significantly focus on management issues, with allegations of racial discrimination, unprofessional behavior, and a lack of genuine care for residents and staff.
    • One review from a former employee praises the facility, indicating a desire to return to work there, citing a positive environment and good treatment of residents.
    • Another review appreciates the efforts of specific staff members and the quality of food, suggesting some satisfaction with the care provided to their family member.

    Overall, the reviews for Timbers Senior Living Facility are mixed, with several serious concerns raised about management and resident care, alongside some positive feedback regarding staff dedication and facility activities.

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    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3

    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Dec. 15, 2010
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 108
    Total current residents: 97
    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: 4
    Number of substantiated complaints: 25
    Number of payment denials: 1
    Number of fines: 5
    Total cost of fines: $66845

    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 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
    2022-10-05 2022-12-02 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.
    2021-07-07 2021-08-13 F Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2021-07-07 2021-08-14 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2021-07-07 2021-08-13 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2020-03-12 2020-03-23 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2020-03-12 2020-03-23 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-03-12 2020-03-23 F Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2020-03-12 2020-03-23 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-02-22 2023-04-03 E Infection Control Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    2022-12-21 2023-01-26 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.
    2022-12-21 2023-01-26 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.
    2022-12-21 2023-01-26 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2022-12-21 2023-01-26 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.
    2022-12-21 2023-01-26 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 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.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 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.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 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.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 D Infection Control Deficiencies Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-10-12 2022-11-14 E Environmental Deficiencies Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    2022-03-31 2022-04-25 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.
    2022-03-31 2022-04-25 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
    2022-03-04 2022-03-25 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-08-18 2021-09-07 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-07-12 2021-11-01 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2021-07-12 2021-11-01 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    2021-07-12 2021-11-01 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2021-07-12 2021-11-01 F Infection Control Deficiencies Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 E Environmental Deficiencies Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 E 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-11-01 G Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-07-12 2021-11-01 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 F 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.
    2021-07-12 2021-08-13 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2021-07-12 2021-09-07 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-04-14 2021-05-04 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.
    2021-04-14 2021-05-04 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.
    2021-04-14 2021-05-04 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2021-02-24 2021-03-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2021-02-24 2021-03-30 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2020-10-29 2020-11-24 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 J Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 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.
    2020-03-17 2020-03-23 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-03-17 $20,415
    2020-10-29 $9,750
    2021-07-12 $27,195
    2021-07-12 $30,000
    2021-07-12 $19,500
    2021-08-30 $650
    2022-03-04 $9,750
    2022-03-04 $15,000

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2021-07-12 74

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Dowagiac which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 5,851 (very small town).
    • The average income is $49,696, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 27
      • Average Temperature: 51.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 160 days of rain, 56 days of snow and 148 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 12.22 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 5.96 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.33 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.25 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.87 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 95.0, Moderate Days 13.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Save-A-Lot
    0.8 miles away
    Harding's Friendly Market
    1.2 miles away
    Family Fare
    1.8 miles away
    Myer's SuperValu
    8.6 miles away
    Apple Valley Natural Foods
    13.7 miles away

    Transportation

    Dowagiac
    1.1 miles away
    Niles
    13.5 miles away
    Saint Joseph
    21.7 miles away
    Bangor
    22.2 miles away
    Elkhart
    22.4 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Hesburgh Library
    21.3 miles away
    St. Mary's Rd & Holy Cross Drive - The Grotto
    21.4 miles away
    Holy Cross Dr & Notre Dame Ave
    21.9 miles away
    Airport SuperSaver (Coach USA)
    21.9 miles away

    Banks

    United Federal Credit Union
    13.7 miles away
    1st Source Bank
    16.6 miles away
    Lake City Bank
    16.6 miles away
    INOVA Federal Credit Union
    16.7 miles away
    Teachers Credit Union
    16.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital
    1.2 miles away
    Lakeland Specialty Hospital
    11.0 miles away
    Lakeland Hospital
    14.2 miles away
    Lakeland Hospital, Watervliet
    15.4 miles away
    Beacon Granger Hospital
    18.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    1.7 miles away
    Walgreens
    14.4 miles away
    Super Walmart Pharmacy
    16.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    16.6 miles away
    CVS
    18.5 miles away

    Dentists

    The Dental Center
    16.6 miles away
    Advance Dental
    18.7 miles away
    Tulip Tree Dental Care
    19.0 miles away
    Affordable Dentures & Implants
    19.5 miles away
    Mahoney Family Dentistry
    20.2 miles away

    Parks

    Water Tower Park
    0.2 miles away
    James E Heddon Park
    0.6 miles away
    Rudy Park
    0.6 miles away
    Rudolphi Wildlife Refuge
    0.7 miles away
    Dowagiac
    0.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Smith Chapel
    15.7 miles away

    Shopping

    The Orchards Mall
    18.1 miles away
    University Park Mall
    19.3 miles away

    Culture

    Art Center
    13.7 miles away
    Howard Performing Arts Center
    13.8 miles away
    SL Consignment Gallery
    17.9 miles away
    The Tin Shop
    18.0 miles away
    Paw Paw Playhouse
    18.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    La Casa de Maria
    0.7 miles away
    Montgomery's
    8.5 miles away
    Subway (with drive-thru)
    14.5 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    14.7 miles away
    Capri Cucina Italiana
    16.4 miles away

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