Nursing Homes in Sturgis, Michigan
Sturgis has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 65 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Michigan's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.86 vs state
Total Beds
65
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
44 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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0 declined
Top Rated in Sturgis
Froh Community Home
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About Nursing Home Care in Sturgis
In Sturgis, MI, families looking for nursing home care will find a challenging market. The standout is Froh Community Home, but it comes with significant concerns, including a troubling history of fines totaling $126K and a Grade D rating. Overall, the options are limited, and while there are no major red flags reported for facilities, the lack of strong choices makes this a concerning area for nursing home care.
If you're considering nursing home options in Sturgis, you might want to explore neighboring cities instead. Unfortunately, there aren't any facilities in Sturgis that stand out positively. Nearby facilities in cities like Three Rivers or Coldwater may offer better choices, so don't hesitate to expand your search outside of Sturgis for more favorable conditions and care ratings.
Families should definitely skip Froh Community Home due to its financial penalties and low rating. It's essential to prioritize safety and quality, and Froh's record raises red flags. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask specific questions about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection reports to ensure your loved one's needs will be met adequately.
Sturgis at a Glance
Good News
- • Sturgis rates better than most Michigan cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Sturgis is stable
Questions Sturgis Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Sturgis avg is 0.73 hrs (44 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Sturgis facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Sturgis, Michigan
Sturgis, Michigan's St. Joseph County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 65 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Sturgis vs. Michigan: Above Average Quality
Sturgis nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Michigan's statewide average of 3.14 stars by 0.9 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Sturgis families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Sturgis, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Sturgis
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Sturgis facilities average 0.73 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Sturgis resident receives approximately 44 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Sturgis facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Sturgis has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Michigan cities for additional options. The following Michigan cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Detroit — 23 facilities
- Grand Rapids — 20 facilities
- Saginaw — 8 facilities
- Battle Creek — 6 facilities
- Jackson — 6 facilities
- Kalamazoo — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Sturgis, Michigan?
Sturgis has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 65 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Michigan's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Sturgis?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Sturgis include:
- • Froh Community Home — Grade D, 43/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Sturgis nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Sturgis as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Sturgis Nursing Homes
Sturgis offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.