Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
2 of 3 nursing homes in Mt. Pleasant (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Michigan statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
304
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, is adequate, with three facilities and two recommended options (67%). Families should consider The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant, which boasts an A+ rating and five stars, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant (95) — The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating. With an A+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility excels in delivering quality care to its 100 residents, making it a standout choice for nursing home care in the area.
- 2 Isabella County Medical Care Facility (93) — Isabella County Medical Care Facility shines with a Trust Score of 93/100 and a solid CMS 5★ rating. As a government-run facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring that its 100 beds are filled with compassion and dedication, all while maintaining an A grade and no fines.
The other 1 Mt. Pleasant facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating. With an A+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility excels in delivering quality care to its 100 residents, making it a standout choice for nursing home care in the area.
Isabella County Medical Care Facility shines with a Trust Score of 93/100 and a solid CMS 5★ rating. As a government-run facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring that its 100 beds are filled with compassion and dedication, all while maintaining an A grade and no fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mt. Pleasant Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Mt. Pleasant 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?"
Mt. Pleasant's city average is 4.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Mt. Pleasant facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mt. Pleasant avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mt. Pleasant 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 Mt. Pleasant, MI are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Mt. Pleasant (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mt. Pleasant "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 Mt. Pleasant?
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.