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Total health inspections
5
Michigan average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Legacy at Battle Creek
Nursing Home in Battle Creek
CMS overall rating
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 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
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 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 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.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 95th out of 103 homes in Michigan.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 95th out of 103 homes in Michigan.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 22m per day
vs Michigan avg
-21%
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.
Occupancy rate
74.9%
Avg. Length of Stay
51 days
Occupancy rate
74.9%
Avg. Length of Stay
51 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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
$13.0M
Profit
$524.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.5M
30-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyCalhoun
License NumberAH130297466
CMS Certification Number235451
Owner NameTrilogy Healthcare of Battle Creek, LLC
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Skilled Services
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 ProgramsSkilled Services, Pharmacy & Lab, Family Resources, Culinary & Lifestyle, Life Enrichment, Dining
Food DescriptionChef-prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided.
Meals IncludedYes
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.
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
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Michigan average: 5 visits/inspections
Latest inspection
Date
August 26, 2023
RenewalInspection Report Summary for The Legacy at Battle Creek
The most recent inspection of The Legacy at the Oaks on August 26, 2023, found the facility in substantial compliance with public health codes and administrative rules, resulting in license renewal without deficiencies. Earlier inspections, including the original licensing surveys in 2008 and 2011, also found the facility in compliance and approved capacity increases without issues. No complaints or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were not noted in the records. This inspection history indicates consistent compliance with regulatory requirements over time.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
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
0
0
100% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
23 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 12, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 12, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 12, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 12, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 12, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 12, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 12, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 12, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Battle Creek The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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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).
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 | 107 | 74.9% | -1% | 3.36 | +7% | -22% | 0 | 23 | 4.6 | 0 | 72 | - | - | Smith, Aubrey | $12.9M | $5.1M | 39.6% | 235451 | ||||
| The Heritage Assisted Living Community | - |
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 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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 averageMichigan average ratio: 1.75:1
Avg staff/day
46
Average shift
7.4 hours
6% worse than Michigan averageMichigan 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
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
40
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo 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 Assistant | 40 | 0 | 40 | 14,062 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,911 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,177 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,990 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,865 | 90 | 99% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 874 | 79 | 87% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 858 | 73 | 80% | 6.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 3 | 0 | 3 | 850 | 76 | 84% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 698 | 68 | 75% | 6.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 595 | 66 | 73% | 4.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 495 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 469 | 64 | 70% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 351 | 64 | 70% | 5.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 176 | 23 | 25% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 53 | 51 | 56% | 1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 13% | 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 residents
70
Medicare
25
35.7% of residents
Medicaid
42
60% of residents
Private pay or other
3
4.3% of residents
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.0
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 averageMichigan average: 8.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.8
22% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 16.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.1%
27% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 12.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.9%
62% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 15.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.3%
11% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 21.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.8%
51% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.6%
20% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 5.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
69% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.7%
89% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.3%
64% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.9%
61% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 15.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 94.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.3%
In line with Michigan averageMichigan average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.2%
14% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 82.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
39% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.7%
23% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 79.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Legacy at Battle Creek based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
74.9%
↑ 8.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$524.6K
↑ ~$553.6K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.1M
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
4.1%
↑ 4.4pp vs 2022
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