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Best Nursing Homes in Okemos, MI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Okemos, MI using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MI
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Okemos, MI. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 5.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Okemos, MI. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Okemos, MI. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

CMS & MI Dept. of Health data

Medilodge of Okemos
NH
RC
SNF
Okemos (Marsh Road)
100
Facility 100
MI AVG 74
Rank #128 / 431
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
MI AVG 73.9
Rank #41 / 126
+23%
4.56
Facility 4.56
MI AVG 4.30
Rank #35 / 140
+15%+6%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $87.6k
Rank #1 / 143
22
Facility 22
MI AVG 33.5
Rank #50 / 142
7.3
Facility 7.3
MI AVG 5.2
Rank #111 / 142
-91-
16
Facility 16
MI AVG 39
Rank #558 / 703
-
$10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MI AVG $15.8M
Rank #71 / 141
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MI AVG $5.6M
Rank #102 / 141
52.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MI AVG 39%
Rank #119 / 141
235647
Dobie Road
NH
MC
SNF
Okemos
236
Facility 236
MI AVG 74
Rank #3 / 431
53.9%
Facility 53.9%
MI AVG 73.9
Rank #98 / 126
-27%
5.74
Facility 5.74
MI AVG 4.30
Rank #8 / 140
-5%+34%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $87.6k
Rank #1 / 143
64
Facility 64
MI AVG 33.5
Rank #126 / 142
8.0
Facility 8.0
MI AVG 5.2
Rank #124 / 142
2127-
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 39
Rank #681 / 703
Bruce Bragg
$25.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $25.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MI AVG $15.8M
Rank #7 / 141
$15.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MI AVG $5.6M
Rank #2 / 141
59.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 59.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MI AVG 39%
Rank #12 / 141
235015
Overview of Medilodge of Okemos

Located in the heart of Okemos, MI, Medilodge of Okemos offers comprehensive care services tailored to meet individual unique needs. Specializing in long-term skilled nursing care, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation, the community provides a seamless continuum of care designed to restore health, enhance daily functioning, and promote independence. Residents can also choose from warmly decorated private and semi-private accommodations, each designed with comfort and convenience in mind.

At Medilodge of Okemos, fostering a nurturing and engaging environment is important. Residents can enjoy fine dining with gourmet menus, beautifully manicured gardens, onsite salon and spa services, and pet therapy to enhance their stay. Guided by a mission of compassion and excellence, the dedicated team fosters healing, comfort, and vibrant living every day.

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Overview of Dobie Road

Dobie Road – Ingham County Medical Care is a nursing home in Okemos, MI, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy. The community’s warm and supportive environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for throughout their stay. With 24-hour nursing care, nutritious meals, and top-notch therapy services, residents also receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Through customized care plans, the community doubles its efforts to get to know residents’ needs and habits to help them recover and live to their potential.

Exercise programs, social gatherings, and games provide residents with more opportunities to explore hobbies and make friends. Residents can also stay active and focus on their wellness, with first-class amenities like the water therapy pool, wellness trails, and spacious rooms. Nestled in the quiet residential area of Okemos, the community ensures residents have a laid-back lifestyle. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Michigan, this nursing home ensures older adults can thrive.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Okemos, MI

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Michigan?

Assisted living in Michigan is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Michigan Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Michigan Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Okemos, MI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Okemos, MI?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Okemos, MI, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Okemos, MI?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.