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Nursing Home in Battle Creek

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Legacy at Battle Creek

Nursing Home in Battle Creek

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Legacy at Battle Creek

706 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017-3251 View map
Overview of The Legacy at Battle Creek
The Oaks at Battle Creek is a senior living community located in Battle Creek, Michigan. It offers Assisted Living and Skilled Services, including rehabilitation and nursing care. The community provides a range of amenities and support to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
(269) 964-4655

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
3/5
Michigan average: 3.6/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5
Michigan average: 3.3/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5
Michigan average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5
Michigan average: 3.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 22m per day

This home provides 21% less nursing time per resident than the Michigan average.

Michigan average: 4h 15m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 30

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Michigan average
Occupancy rate 74.9%
Residents per day (avg) 72
Occupancy rate
74.9%
Residents per day (avg)
72

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

52% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.0M
Profit
$524.6K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13,040,938.00
Profit
$524,569.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.1M
39.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.4M
Total costs $12.5M
Bed community size
30-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyCALHOUN

Additional Licensing Details

License NumberAH130297466
CMS Certification Number235451

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameTrilogy Healthcare of Battle Creek, LLC

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Skilled Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

12 amenities
Fitness Center/Gym
Salon
Walking Paths
Resident Garden
Pet Friendly
Resident Parking
Chef-Prepared Meals
24-Hour Emergency Alert System
Housekeeping And Linen Services
Maintenance Of Apartment
Community
And Grounds
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Skilled Services, Pharmacy & Lab, Family Resources, Culinary & Lifestyle, Life Enrichment, Dining

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef-prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided.
Meals IncludedYes
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

Inspection History

In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.

3 visits/inspections

Results

0 with issues

3 without issues

Michigan average: 5 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date August 26, 2023
Renewal

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Michigan average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 23

Michigan average 33.5

Citations per inspection
4.6

Michigan average 5.18


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

19 of 23 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 23 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.9

0 critical citations More info Michigan average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Michigan average: 1.9

23 moderate citations More info Michigan average: 30.8

0 minor citations More info Michigan average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 12, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 12, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 12, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 12, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Battle Creek The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

2 facilities compared · CMS & MI Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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The Legacy at Battle Creek
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Battle Creek
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$12.9M
$5.1M
39.6%
235451
The Heritage Assisted Living Community
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Battle Creek
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 103
Employees 84
Contractors 19
Staff to resident ratio 1.47:1
16% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average ratio: 1.75:1

Avg staff/day 46
Average shift 7.4 hours
6% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 30,932
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 40
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

11%

3,388 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4004014,06291100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse100103,91191100%7.9
Registered Nurse110113,17791100%7
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,99091100%7.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist9091,8659099%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0338747987%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide0558587380%6.8
Nurse Aide in Training3038507684%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant0446986875%6.7
Speech Language Pathologist0555956673%4.9
Administrator1014966268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014956268%8
Dietitian1014696470%7.3
Qualified Social Worker0113516470%5.5
Mental Health Service Worker1011762325%7.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant202535156%1
Medical Director011121213%1
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
9 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 99%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 87%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 80%
3 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 84%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 25%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 56%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 13%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
70 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
25 residents (35.7%)
Medicaid
42 residents (60%)
Private pay or other
3 residents (4.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.0
17% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 8.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 12.8
22% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 16.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.1%
27% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 12.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 5.9%
62% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 15.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 23.3%
11% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 21.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.8%
51% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.6%
20% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 5.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.5%
69% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.7%
89% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.3%
64% worse than Michigan average

Michigan average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.9%
61% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 15.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 94.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.3%
In line with Michigan average

Michigan average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.2%
14% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
39% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.7%
23% better than Michigan average

Michigan average: 79.5%

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+, Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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