Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Kalamazoo, Michigan
1 of 6 nursing homes in Kalamazoo (17%) meet our strict criteria. The Michigan statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
2.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
481
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
4 Grade F
$206,730 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is adequate but has significant concerns, with only 17% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that four out of six facilities have incurred fines totaling $206,730, highlighting the need for careful evaluation when choosing a care provider.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Friendship Village (83) — Friendship Village stands out as a 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid Grade B+. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community engagement and provides personalized care in a welcoming environment, maintaining high standards without any federal fines.
The other 5 Kalamazoo facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $206K.
Recommended
Friendship Village stands out as a 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid Grade B+. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community engagement and provides personalized care in a welcoming environment, maintaining high standards without any federal fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Kalamazoo Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 4 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $206,730
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Kalamazoo Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Kalamazoo's city average is 2.2 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 6 Kalamazoo facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Kalamazoo avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Kalamazoo facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Kalamazoo, MI are recommended?
1 of 6 nursing homes in Kalamazoo (17%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Kalamazoo "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Kalamazoo?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.