SeniorCareRanked
Michigan/Lapeer
75
Good

Lapeer County Medical Care Facility

1455 Suncrest Drive, Lapeer, MI 48446
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Lapeer County Medical Care Facility is a 202-bed government - county nursing home located in Lapeer, Michigan. It has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 75 out of 100, placing it above average for quality and safety. Staff turnover is 37.9%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $68,445. 14 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score75/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating4/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.3 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.92 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover38% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies14 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $68,445
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.3
RN hours/resident/day0.92
Staff turnover37.9%
RN turnover22.5%

Facility Information

Beds202
Avg residents161.5
OwnershipGovernment - County
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)14
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Lapeer County Medical Care Facility

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Lapeer County Medical Care Facility reports 4.3 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 37.9% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

14 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.